Ocean Springs man sentenced for September 2021 crime

Vinet Moore was sentenced to 75 years, with 50 years to serve in the custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections. Moore was sentenced for kidnapping, aggravated assault, and burglary of a home. On September 9, 2021, two children called 911 when Moore broke into their home and assaulted their mother with a sledgehammer. That woman was identified as Moore’…

Humane Society of South Mississippi hosts “Hocus Pok-us” event

The Humane Society of South Mississippi is getting into the spooky spirit by hosting the “Hokus Pokus” free clinic event with special guests the Sanderson sisters. All animals that came to the event received up-to-date vaccines, microchips, as well as flea and heartworm preventative. Everyone went home with spay and neuter vouchers that included free booster vaccines, a nail trim,…

MGCCC hosts annual fall festival

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is inviting locals to join them on campus for their annual fall festival. The event is happening at both the Harrison and Jackson county campuses. There will be trunk or treat, children’s games and activities, a haunted trail and so much more. There are plenty of snacking opportunities at the food trucks or concessions. Events…

ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynyrd coming to the coast

ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynyrd are coming to the coast! The bands are touring together in The Sharp-Dressed Simple Man Tour. The tour kicks off on March 8 in Savannah, Georgia and hits the Mississippi Coast Coliseum on April 4. Ticket sales begin tomorrow at 10 AM for artist pre-sale and sales to the general public begin at 10 AM…

Chamber Spotlight Waldorf University

A look at online educational opportunities with Waldorf University

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce has teamed up with WXXV to showcase one outstanding local business each month. This month we spotlight an online university offering educational options to our local military and more. Director of Outreach, Ron Spradling, stopped by WXXV to tell us all about Waldorf University. Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight

Ocean Springs takes home the regional title with a 30-7 win over Gulfport

Both the Gulfport Admirals and the Ocean Springs Greyhounds entered Milner stadium the a 3-0 record which put the regional title on the line tonight. With the regional title three peat, the Greyhounds are the 2023 7A regional champions with a final score of 30-7. Correction for script: Greyhound Bryhsen Smith was the wide receiver who complete the first first…

Vancleave takes the Pascagoula River Bowl Classic 27-7 over East Central

Vancleave gets a much-needed win to keep their playoff hopes alive, defeating East Central for bragging rights in this year’s Pascagoula River Bowl Classic 27-7. Watch the HIGHLIGHTS courtesy of WXXV News25 Sports Reporter Austin Lindsey in the video above! Categories: Friday Night Showcase, Local Sports, Sports Tags: East Central, East Central Hornets, Friday Night Showcase, high school football, vancelave,…

10/27 – Jeff’s “Dense Fog Advisory” Friday Night Forecast

A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until 9 AM due to the potential for patches of dense fog to set up in the area. Expect fog to dissipate quickly with sunlight tomorrow morning. Lots of sunshine is expected this weekend with only a few afternoon clouds on Saturday and Sunday. Rain chances will remain slim to none until the…

Southern Miss program ranked top 10 in affordability

The University of Southern Mississippi’s online Doctor of Nursing Practice-Nurse Practitioner programs have been ranked among the nation’s top 10 in affordability. Southern Miss climbed from the number 13 spot in the 2022 – 2023 school year to the number 8 spot this year – being the only college or university in the state included in the list. Southern Miss’…

Elementary classes give STEM a Halloween twist

Students at Pass Christian Elementary put on a spooky twist on the world of STEM. The 2nd and 3rd grade Explore Gifted Classes performed Halloween-based science experiments in front of their fellow classmates. The young scientists conducted several experiments – working with different elements – while using basic chemistry techniques to create some of their spooky favorites. STEM students showed…

10/27 – Jeff Vorick’s “Pleasant” Friday Evening Forecast

Any leftover clouds this evening will clear out fairly quick. It will continue to be mild overnight with humidity still lingering in the area. Due to winds backing off significantly overnight and clear skies, fog will be primed to form. Patches of dense fog will be present early in the morning and a Dense Fog Advisory will be in effect…

Coastal organization trying to create skatepark

More recreational activities could be coming to the coast! The City of Biloxi is in the planning stage of turning the under-utilized area under I-110 into a recreational spot, starting at the Back Bay there would be kayaking, basketball, and a skate park. There are no skateparks on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, leaving skaters no choice but to drive out…

Mississippi Power helps fund trade program at PGSD

Mississippi Power and the Pascagoula-Gautier School District have entered into a memorandum of understanding that will help students move forward in their career as linemen. At the College and Career Technical Center in Pascagoula, students can obtain national accreditation in energy and power. To acquire the accreditation, students must physically be able to do certain aspects of the career field…

Lee Greenwood gets wedding crowd going with signature song

The unmistakable voice of Lee Greenwood could be heard over the weekend in Biloxi. But it wasn’t for a concert. The occasion? Miss Mississippi USA 2021 Bailey Mae Anderson’s marriage to Will Garriga at the White House Hotel. The couple, who have been sweethearts since they were 12 years old, exchanged vows on the hotel grounds and Greenwood sang at…

10/27 – Trey’s “Counting Sheep” Friday Morning Forecast

Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen

Patchy dense fog has been noted across the northeast portions of the area as winds have began to shut down over those areas. Expected more fog development this morning as the winds continue to shut down across the northwestern areas. Other areas will struggle to shut the winds off due to the winds coming off of the water. The upper-level…

Bienville Orthopaedic now offers urgent care service in Orange Grove

Bienville Orthopaedic Specialists announced a new service for a Gulfport community. The Bienville Ortho Urgent Care opened in Orange Grove on Thursday. As an orthopaedic-only urgent care, the facility offers immediate care for acute injuries that require urgent attention. X-ray and MRI imaging is available at the urgent care, along with splinting, casting and bracing, if needed. Lee Bond, CEO…

WXXV celebrates community-chosen Viewers Choice Awards at gala

You all voted and the results are in. WXXV’s Viewers Choice Awards Gala was a success last night, honoring all of the Gulf Coast businesses and individuals who were nominated. This year, our viewers voted on their favorite mainstays in the community — from the best restaurants, seafood and bars to the best electricians, plumbers and everything in between. Last…