The city of Moss Point has been going through a financial rough patch after losing economic development and being struck by a tornado, but officials can finally breathe a small sigh of relief as they welcome new local businesses back to town. “I’ve been pushing economic development ever since I got here because we need more money coming into the…
Multiple woods fires in Jackson County are dangerously close to some homes in the Gulf Hills area and residents are being evacuated this evening. Crews are actively battling these flames. WXXV News 25 is live at the scene with the latest. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Jackson County, woods fires
Residents are being evacuated in the Talla Point area in Gulf Hills as crews are currently working a fast-moving woods fire in the Gulf Hills area in Ocean Springs. News 25 has a crew on scene. According to our reporter on scene, homes are in danger with this fire and it is blazing in multiple locations. Residents in the Talla…
Pass Christian Parks and Recreation Director Bret Bentz is in studio to talk about their upcoming football and cheer fundamentals camp. The camp takes place August 9th beginning at 6:30 at Pass High Stadium. For more information call Coach Bentz at 228-216-9281. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Football and Cheer Fundamentals Camp, Pass Christian
Are you looking to have some fun while also staying in shape?! Bay-Wave CrossFit in Waveland is just one of a bunch of crossfit gyms along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The mission at Bay-Wave CrossFit is to improve the lives of the community through health, wellness, and fellowship. They strive to meet the needs of everyone regardless of there fitness…
Krangus is here to tell us about a comedy roast show happening this weekend in Ocean Springs. Tickets are $15 online, $20 at the door. Food trucks will be out in front of the Mary C. starting at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Juke Joint is providing the bar. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Roastin’ the Coast…
Robert Smith of Wildlife Mississippi is in studio to talk about the upcoming BugFest photo contest. Wildlife photographers of all ages and skill levels have a venue to showcase their camera eye in an insect photo competition. The Crosby Arboretum BugFest 2024 Photo Competition is accepting entries until September 14th for photos. For more information click here. Categories: Community Headlines…
Are you trying to beat the excessive heat we’ve been experiencing this week? We sent WXXV News 25’s Rick Boone out in the high temps to see how some of you are getting by. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Excessive Heat, temperatures, Weather
On Wednesday night, the Mississippi Aquarium hosted Penguin-A-Thon: a Facebook live fundraiser that benefits the on-campus habitat for their group of African penguins. “African penguins are actually an endangered species, so it’s really important to try to educate everyone in the public about endangered species, and we’re going to do everything we can to help this species survive,” Mississippi Aquarium…
“I have been dreaming and thinking about putting on pads all summer. It’s around the corner so I am ready for it.” Now that we are in August, St. Martin senior Monclair Brave is right – Friday night lights are just around the corner. The Yellow Jackets are coming off a season that saw most starter positions filled by freshman…
Tropical Storm Debby is not moving very quickly, although it should get far enough northward tomorrow and tomorrow night, over central North Carolina tomorrow night to begin feeling the influence of the westerlies. That is not likely to be soon enough to influence forecast high temperatures tomorrow, as forecast soundings indicate little change in boundary and temperatures from today. Precipitable…
The Mississippi Aquarium is hosting an event tonight that you can get involved in without even leaving the comfort of your home! WXXV’s Elizabeth Keen is live at the aquarium now where she’s getting to witness this fun first-hand. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Mississippi Aquarium, Penguin-A-Thon
Today is National Lighthouse Day and WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. took a trip out to Pascagoula this morning. The Round Island Lighthouse has been a beacon for mariners for 150 years. It’s survived multiple hurricanes and has undergone numerous renovations. Pascagoula Mayor Jay Willis spoke on its importance and how you can learn more about its history outside…
TikTok star Matthew Bounds, or as many know him as “Your Barefoot Neighbor”, is hoping to unite the coastal community and his 1.5 million followers to buy 2,000 beds for children in foster care. At Elijah’s Closet, they give out nearly 200 beds a month to children in the foster care system. Between families being displaced and children entering into…
All of us on the Gulf Coast have been feeling the heat these past couple of days. During times like this, it’s important to stay safe as the temperatures reach dangerous levels. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen is live with more on some simple things you can do to cool down. Categories: Local News, News Tags: heat safety, safety, Weather
Two suspects have been identified in connection to the fire at the Safe Mini Storage in Gulfport. Officials have been investigating the cause of the fire ever since flames broke out at the Safe Mini Storage off Highway 49 last Thursday. During the investigation, Gulfport police detectives identified Landon Cain Owens and Raechelle Chianne Jackson as the suspects who entered…
Surface dewpoints are running a couple degrees below expectations in a few areas, but the only impact on the forecast would be that it might take a little longer to reach heat advisory criteria. The drier air is definitely makes the hot not feel as hot. that is because of the high pressure still sitting in the west. When looking…
Join the Mississippi Aquarium for their Penguin-A-Thon Fundraiser later today! The event starts at 6 p.m. and its goal is to raise money for a permanent on-campus penguin habitat. The event will be live streamed on the Mississippi Aquarium Facebook page. You can find that by clicking here. Viewers can tune in for delightful surprises, including special guests, fun challenges,…
Katie King with the Humane Society of South Mississippi is in studio to talk about an upcoming fundraiser. Rock N Rollover Takes place at the Hard Rock Casino on Friday, August 16th. Click here for more information. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Humane Society of South Mississippi, rock-n-rollover
Rebecca Morrow from the St. Baldrick’s Foundation is in studio to talk about a few of their upcoming Childhood Cancer Awareness Events. Thursday, Aug 31: 7: 30 p.m. Biloxi Lighthouse- Lighting the lighthouse gold for childhood cancer awareness month. Mayor and other community members will be there. All are welcome. Friday, Sept 1: 9 a.m. Gulfport City Hall-Tying ribbons on…
Did you know that today is National Lighthouse Day?! Today we highlighted just one of the few well preserved lighthouses along the coast of south Mississippi. The Round Island Lighthouse in Pascagoula has been a beacon for mariners for 150years, has survived multiple hurricanes, and has undergone numerous renovations. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. was LIVE at Lighthouse Park…
Long Beach Community Affairs Director Courtney Cuevas is in studio to talk about the City of Long Beach’s 119th Birthday Celebration. The celebration takes place Saturday, August 10th at Greenvale on 179 East Old Pass Road. Play of Long Beach – 10 am Carol Paola’s gifted program will tell the story of Long Beach on stage for the community. Tours…
On the coast, having a boat can save a life, especially during a water emergency or a storm. That’s a game changer in operations for the Gautier Fire Department that’s getting two boats for free. Two inflatable boats will soon be on the way to the GFD. They are being donated to the city of Gautier from the Philadelphia, Mississippi…
The Gulfport Police Department invited the community to a night of fun and fellowship in its National Night Out event on Tuesday. The event encouraged community togetherness and, as GPD Public Information Officer Jason Ducre explained, showed that law enforcement officers are more than just the badge they wear. “I hope that they see that we had officers out here…