A member of staff at Temple Baptist Church in Hattiesburg makes a big impact in her community with small acts of kindness! News 25 Ansley Brent’s mom, Kelli Brent, is the Next Generation Director at her church which teaches and influences people of many ages. Ever since Brent came on the Temple staff, she had a dream of turning an…
The upcoming 4th of July holiday is a time for celebration, but it’s also one of the busiest times on the roads, which can increase the risk of accidents. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is preparing for the holiday travel period, which will begin on Thursday, July 4th at 6AM and conclude on Sunday, July 7th at midnight. WXXV News 25’s…
It’s no secret that Olympian and Florida Gator Cory McGee put the Pass Christian track team on the map when she was in high school, and 14 years later, younger Pass Pirates are still striving to follow in her footsteps. Along with winning State Championships in her time at Pass Christian, Cory McGee was also runner-up in the USATF World…
In his start against the Colorado Rockies, Ocean Springs alum Garrett Crochet jumps to the top of the MLB ranks as the new leader in strikeouts with a total of 141. On the mound for the Chicago White Sox, left-hander Garrett Crochet pitched 7 innings, allowing 5 hits, two earned runs, no bases on balls, and eleven total strikeouts. This…
The beat on the street is the heat and unless you have been sitting inside an air conditioned room (pretty smart more by the way) you have probably noticed. This is not going to get better today but should be slightly better the next few days. Better will be relative as it will still be hot but rain chances go…
On Sunday night, Pass Christian’s very own Cory McGee competed in the final heat of the US Women’s qualifying round for the 1500 meter. Although she came up just short, she continues to impress on the track. Last Thursday evening, Cory lined up for round one of the women’s 1500 meter race and she placed first with a time of…
A Gulfport native with the Elmwood Gymnastics Academy is now a Junior Olympian! Tyse Love was in “gymnastics city” last week for all things Olympic gymnastics for Team USA. Although Love has been battling an injury which kept him from competing, all he had to do in Minneapolis was salute and he would be a top eight qualifier due to…
Feels-like temperatures in South Mississippi on Monday were well over 100 degrees, with many more days of extreme heat on the way. This can be concerning for families, especially those with younger children, but this has not stopped Gulf Coast residents from trying to enjoy the outdoors while staying cool. Long Beach father Jim McCann explained how he and his…
Beginning today, new laws from the previous legislative session are on the books in Mississippi. Three of these laws could have significant impacts on South Mississippi residents. House Bill 349, also known as the Squatted Truck Ban, places restrictions on certain vehicle modifications. Front fenders cannot be raised four or more inches higher than rear fenders. Violating this law…
The Biloxi Shuckers welcomed the Mississippi Braves to town for the first of a 3-game homestand. The Shuckers were looking to snap a 2-game losing streak and they did just that, defeating the M-Braves 7-5 Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, Minor League Baseball, Mississippi Braves
The 4th of July is this Thursday! Folks are going to be shooting off fireworks to celebrate America’s birthday. To ring in the moment, firework stands are setting up ahead of the big day. Fireworks can be dangerous, even if someone thinks they know what they are doing. One firework stand employee explains ways to stay safe while also celebrating…
If you’re looking for a little fun, the New Orleans Aquarium is hosting some familiar faces! Animal Crossing is teaming up with aquariums across the country for this special event. For a limited time, Animal Crossing: New Horizons are at the aquarium starting June 21st. The fun runs through September 14th. Islanders ranging from Tom Nook to Isabelle will be…
Some exciting news from our favorite musical trio! Chapel Hart announced today they will be releasing a new album at the end of the month. The best part is the album is all things Christmas. To celebrate the occasion, Chapel Hart will be hosting updates on their album every Wednesday on their YouTube channel. The girls will dive into some…
According to the Family Research Council, attacks on churches and their congregations nearly doubled in 2023 — and this is why the Wiggins Police Department is encouraging their local churches to prioritize safety. During these security assessments, the Wiggins Police Department will evaluate how churches are keeping their visitors safe. The Wiggins Police Department also opened a class in April…
The Biloxi Shuckers are back on the field today over at Keesler Federal Park. WXXV Sports Director Jevan McCoskey has more. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports
The Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs hosted its annual ‘Stay Safe and Play Event’ on Sunday. The 3rd annual event was geared towards teaching family’s safe ways to have fun and provided health resources to children’s parents. Children were also able to learn fitness techniques and how to perform CPR. Natasja Brown with Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi Ocean Springs said,…
The City of Long Beach kicked off Independence Day Festivities with its second annual Fourth of July Jubilee. It was an all-day affair at the town green with a festival, parade, and live concert. The city capped of the night with fireworks. Long Beach Mayor George Bass said, “This is proof of who we are right here. Anytime we can…
We are joined by Matthew DeMarco and Glenda McMillion with the South Mississippi Regional Center to talk about an upcoming job fair. The job fair takes place July 10th at the South Mississippi Regional Center located at 1170 West Railroad Street in Long Beach. The first session takes place from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. and the second session takes…
It’s almost time for the Our Lady of the Gulf Crab Fest which has been going on for 40 years. Here to tell us more about this year’s event is Festival Chairman Jimmy Osbourn and Alicia Greenway. For more information about the OLG Crab Fest click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: OLG Crab Fest
In Pascagoula, a group of women meet up in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church every third Tuesday of the month where they iron and cut fabric to sew dresses, shorts, shirts, and bags. It is a mission of love for these women known as ‘Hemmed in Prayer.’ “We were focusing on giving ourselves something that we could do…
In preparation of the upcoming 4th of July celebration, tents and stands selling fireworks are beginning to appear. The main focus of this holiday is enjoying our freedom with loved ones and friends to round off the night. However, safety is a significant factor when using firecrackers. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. was LIVE at South Coast Fireworks in…
WXXV News 25 continues its brand-new segment highlighting some phenomenal women in the area called ‘Amazing Women of South Mississippi.’ This week we are spotlighting Taja Cunningham from Gautier. Cunningham is an 18-year educator and currently teaches science. She has a background in Microbiology and a passion for promoting STEM careers. She founded the non-profit, ‘Girls ARE & Boys CAN’…
This is a monthly event from April to September that is held on the last Friday of each month. Located on Front Beach Drive, attendees can witness beachfront views and beautiful sunsets as the event kicks off. Attendees will also be able to enjoy live music, food trucks, and craft vendors. Friday’s live music was performed by Dwayne Dopsie and…
Every Friday, the community gathers at Fort Maurepas in Ocean Springs for a little weekend fun. News 25’s Ethan Krauss was there tonight to tell us about the fun being had. Categories: Local News, News Tags: city of discovery, Fort Maurepas, Friday at the Fort, Ocean Springs, weekend