Stone County School District hosting job fair

STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County School District is hosting a job fair next Thursday. Those interested will need to head to the Stone Career and Technical Education Center on February 12 starting at 4:30 that afternoon. The fair will run until 6:30. These applicants would start during the 2026-2027 school year. A few positions being looked at include…

State Department of Employment Security hosting job fair

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The State Department of Employment Security is hosting a job fair next Tuesday. That’s taking place at the MGCCC Health, Physical, and Aquatic Education Building at their Gautier campus. The job fair will run from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Those wanting to attend need to dress for success, be prepared for onsite interviews, and bring plenty…

02/06 Ryan’s “False Spring” Friday Morning Forecast

After a few weeks of "Arctic" air, a "false spring" has returned to South Mississippi for the next week.

Things have been quite cold over the past few weeks, but over the next we’ll see the return of the “false spring” we enjoyed to end last year and start this one. That means no more highs in the 30s like we saw just a week ago as highs will likely hit 70 in many cities today. I expect Gulfport…

Forge Day and Heritage Festival this weekend in Picayune

PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- A Forge Day and Heritage Festival is taking place in Picayune this weekend. Barb Medlock with the Crosby Arboretum joins us with details. The event takes place Saturday, February 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Crosby Arboretum.  For more information, click here. Categories: Local News

2/5 – Sunny this weekend with a warm-up into early next week

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast

Clear and cool tonight with lows dipping into the upper 30s under calm conditions. Sunshine continues on Friday and sticks around through the weekend, with afternoon highs climbing into the mid to upper 60s. It stays mostly clear at night, with lows ranging from the upper 30s to mid 40s, making for crisp mornings and comfortable afternoons. By Monday, temperatures…

Mardi Gras parades this weekend

Mardi Gras parades are set to roll across South Mississippi this weekend. The Long Beach Parade rolls Saturday night at 6, taking a route through Downtown Long Beach. Other parades that roll Saturday include the Krewe of Little Rascals in Pascagoula and the Mystic Krewe of Pine Island in Vancleave. On Sunday, the Krewe of Nereids rolls in Waveland. For…

Gautier Men’s Club Parade set to roll Saturday

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier is sharing details about Saturday night’s parade. The Gautier Men’s Club Parade starts rolling at 7. Road closures along the parade route begin around 6:30 and will last up to two hours. Those roads affected include William Payn Adam Boulevard, Beasley Road, Highway 90, Dolphin Drive, and Gautier-Vancleave Road. Traffic will be detoured…

Ocean Springs Fire Department training on new drone

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Training has gone airborne for the Ocean Springs Fire Department. Firefighters spent part of the day learning how to use a new drone that could help keep both crews and the public safe during emergencies. Ocean Springs Fire Department spent time training with a new drone. Fire officials say the drone provides fast eyes in areas…

Seniors celebrate at the 2026 Mardi Gras Mambo

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The 2026 Senior Mardi Gras Mambo brought older adults together at the Lyman Community Center for a morning full of festivities. The event featured live music, dancing, vendors, door prizes, and plenty of food for seniors to enjoy. The morning started early with seniors arriving ready to dance, eat, and enjoy the celebration. As the senior population…

Gulfport delivers supplies to those in need

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport shared their crews had delivered items to Coldwater. The donations started over the weekend, residents and businesses stepping up to give to those in need. Mayor Hugh Keating, Ravin Nettles, and the Gulfport Fire Department transported a trailer full of essential items. MDOT and the National Guard provided support to ensure safe delivery….

Officials cut the ribbon on new Fred Urie Pier in Gulfport

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport city leaders cut the ribbon on a rebuilt pier on the city’s waterfront. The Fred Urie Pier was heavily damaged by Hurricane Zeta in 2020, which led to the demolition of the previous pier. The city worked with FEMA on funding to build a new pier designed to withstand higher categories of hurricanes and wind surges….

First used book store in Hancock County opens in Bay St. Louis

BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV) — A used book store is now open in Hancock County, offering community members a large selection of books at discounted prices. “It’s kinda like opening presents on Christmas day, because you never know what you’re going to find in a used book store,” said John Brdecka, Executive Director of Hancock County Library System. Second…

Biloxi football duo signs to next level

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — A dominant gridiron duo from Biloxi High School signed to continue their athletic and academic careers at the next level as part of National Signing Day on Wednesday. Standout linebacker Jaquan Thompson signed to play at Jones College, where he hopes to follow in the footsteps of college and NFL stars who have started their careers…

Seven Pass Christian athletes sign to next level

PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV) — Pass Christian had quite the National Signing Day celebration on Wednesday afternoon, with seven athletes committing to the next level across four sports. Several student-athletes spoke to WXXV not just about their futures, but about what their high school coaches and teammates mean to them. “I wouldn’t be anything without the coaches and the archery…

Ocean Springs signs 19 athletes across seven different sports

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — Ocean Springs hosted a massive event for National Signing Day to honor its student-athletes who will be moving to the collegiate level in men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s soccer, women’s basketball, softball, baseball and volleyball. “Man it feels great, cause, you know, it’s something that we always look up to since we were…

Harlem Wizards playing in Ocean Springs

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The Harlem Wizards are taking over the Ocean Springs High School gym on Valentine’s Day. LaMarques Ogans is in studio with the details. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News

Krewe of Nereids parade set to roll Sunday

The Krewe of Nereids is hosting their parade this Sunday. Ahead of that, Queen Doris the 58th and the captain of Nereids joins us with the details. The parade takes place Sunday, February 8 in Hancock County at noon.  For more information, click here. Categories: Local News

2/4 – Cold start on Thursday then a quick warm up

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast

Cold air moves in tonight under partly cloudy skies, then sunshine takes over Thursday as temperatures slowly rebound. After a chilly stretch with a brief chance for patchy frost late Thursday night, highs climb into the mid to upper 60s by Friday and hold there through the weekend under mostly clear skies. Looking ahead to early next week, temperatures continue…

Gulfport Police Deputy Chief Heather Dailey retires

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Gulfport police’s deputy chief is retiring from the force after nearly three decades in law enforcement. Heather Daily has been with GPD since 1998, serving in a wide variety of roles, including undercover narcotics officer, criminal investigations division officer, as well as her most recent role as deputy chief, the first female deputy chief in the department’s history….

New rules ahead of Long Beach parade

The City of Long Beach is putting out safety tips ahead of this week’s parade. The city says due to concerns by CSX last year about cars and paradegoers being close to the tracks, extra precaution is being taken. Added is fencing and no trespassing signage along the tracks. Residents and visitors are also asked to stay clear of the…