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 highlighting Velma Barker to talk about her service in the community. Velma has spent over 35 years serving as a bus monitor with Gulfport School District Bus Services, which later became First Student. She is an…
Several athletes near and far are trained by a local track and field coach, Larry Fairley, and most recently he took a group of his talented athletes to compete on a regional stage! I had the honor of joining in on a practice last week with Fairley Track Club and learned how they prepare for these life changing moments. July…
Camp Aqua: Water Works presented by Keesler Federal Credit Union is Mississippi Aquarium’s summer camp for 2024. It runs weekly in June and July with only two weeks remaining and a limited number of spots currently available! Campers will spend one week at the aquarium’s facility exploring the ins and outs of the aquarium industry through hands-on learning. WXXV News…
The Chicago White Sox said it best, there was never any doubt, but now it’s official! Left-handed pitcher and Ocean Springs alum Garrett Crochet has been named to the 2024 MLB American League All-Star roster! Garrett Crochet is wheeling and dealing on the mound like a well oiled machine, currently leading the Majors in strikeouts with 146 recorded. He also…
The Frosty Mug in Downtown Wiggins celebrated in style for its 64th birthday. Many came out for the restaurant’s first ever block party birthday celebration. Guests enjoyed lived music, a car show, and the restaurant’s famed dishes. Frosty Mug Owner Calie Golott said, “The Frosty Mug has been around for 64 years. Wiggins just means so much to us. That’s…
Monday will be another suppressive day expected with heat continuing to be an issue. The only areas that should escape this will be where cloud cover and a few showers and thunderstorms are able to develop. As far as rainfall, we should see some suppression again today keep most showers from developing, but the coastal locations may get more than…
At the Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo in Gulfport, a shark was caught by Mason Cuevas! His team caught the shark ten miles south of the rodeo at Cat Island. The shark measured to be 75 inches long. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, Shark
One coastal organization is working to give back to the community this weekend. The Mississippi Coastal Clean Up Program is picking up firework debris from Fourth of July celebrations. One benefit of the program is being able to conduct research on litter in the area. Program Coordinator Evelyn McQueen shares what areas are hosting clean ups. “We do this every…
The River City is hosting a huge homecoming, inviting back Magnolia High School alums from near and far to the city. “Come home so they can stay in touch with each other, talk about times, reminisce, and see family. That’s what it’s all about.” In Moss Point, this homecoming for alumni of the former Magnolia High School is a day…
The 95th Blessing of the Fleet is kicking off in Biloxi this weekend, celebrating the city’s shrimping and seafood industry. The coronation of the Shrimp Queen is this Saturday night. On Sunday, the Blessing of the Fleet Festival takes place on Harrah’s Great Lawn from 10 to 4. Chapel Hart will be headlining the festival. To learn more, check out…
It’s the first weekend in the month of July and many people have their eyes set on rest and relaxation as they close out the Fourth of July holiday, but that couldn’t be further from the truth for a girls soccer team out of the Magnolia state who’ll be preparing for a major tournament. The United States Youth Soccer team…
Around the time school was let out for summer, one student from St. Patrick High School received news that no one wants to hear. 16 year old rising junior Katherine Adams was told that she has been diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma. Katherine has begun her treatments at MD Anderson, but this will be a very long process. Along with an…
Tullie Brae is performing at Ground Zero Blues Club in Biloxi Saturday. The performance begins at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Grounds Zero Blues Club, Tullie Brae
We’re joined by Sir Devon Nooner from the Molly Ringwalds to discuss the entertainment for Boomtown’s 30th anniversary. The 30th Anniversary Party starts at 6pm on THE DECK at Boomtown Biloxi. There will be food, beverage, daquiris and ice-cold beer for sale. The opening act is at 7pm with New Direction then The Molly Ringwalds takes the stage from 8pm…
The traditional Blessing of the Fleet is this weekend along with all of the celebrations that go with it. Joining us this morning are the reigning Shrimp Queen Elizabeth Wetzel and the Shrimp King to Be Bat Van Pham. For more information click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Biloxi Blessing of the Fleet
Despite some early morning rain, runners made their way to the Y in Ocean Springs for the 43rd Annual Wesson Memorial Run. Each year, the run serves as a way to honor the memory of Ray and Ann Wesson, two local benefactors who died in a plane crash in 1980. The 2-mile run started at 8, followed by a children’s…
Gulfport hosted its annual Fourth of July fireworks show over the Mississippi Sound on Thursday night. Crowds gathered in multiple locations across downtown Gulfport to watch the display, which began at 8:45 p.m. and lasted just under half an hour. It was one of many holiday festivities that took place along the Gulf Coast. WXXV News 25 was live from…
On this day in 1826, our second president John Adams and our third president Thomas Jefferson – friends, political opponents, and two of our Founding Fathers – died just five hours apart. That July 4th is also notable in that it was the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In fact, the story goes John Adams’…
Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church kicked off its annual Crabfest in Bay St. Louis on Thursday. Many from far and wide came to celebrate the fourth and eat delicious foods, ranging from crab, gumbo, and tons of seafood. The festival runs from now until the weekend with live music, games, rides, and local vendors of all kind. Event…
The Beau Rivage is welcoming folks from all over the coast and country to come enjoy a fun-filled vacation. Mary Cracchiolo shows WXXV News 25 what is offered at the Beau for anyone looking to have a fun and relaxing time. Categories: Entertainment, Featured, Local News, News Tags: beau rivage, Fun, Mary Cracchiolo, Relaxing, vacation
New details have emerged following a manhunt that ended with the capture of a murder suspect in Harrison County. 23-year-old Bricen Rivers was taken into custody at around 11 p.m. on Wednesday night after an hours-long search in rural Harrison County by multiple law enforcement agencies. He is now being held at the Harrison County Adult Detention Center on a…
A crowd gathered at the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial in Ocean Springs Wednesday to honor those who have helped maintain our freedoms. The president of the American Legion Auxiliary laid down a wreath for those who lost their lives in the Vietnam War. Several chapters of the American Legion Auxiliary were represented at the event, as President Lisa Williamson continues her…
Today we are already seeing isolated to widely scattered convection and these storms appear to be in the middle of the deeper moist airmass, in the instability ridge and lined up with weak Low Level convergence from Vermillion Bay to Hattiesburg. Convection will likely begin to taper off over the interior areas just before sunrise with most of the inland…
Many boaters are expected to hit coastal waters for the fourth tomorrow. The Mississippi Marine Patrol is sharing some safety tips ahead of the holiday. Marine patrol officials reminding boaters to use extra caution, especially on narrow bodies of water and to exercise courtesy for fellow boaters. essentially, the same laws for driving apply for operating a boat too. Michael…