LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is welcoming a new animal control officer into their ranks. Meet Kelly Mears. The Long Beach police say Mears is currently spending time getting familiar with the area and learning the department procedures. The department says they are thrilled to have her on board and appreciate the patience as she settles…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- You can now sponsor one of the cold-stunned sea turtles the Mississippi Aquarium is currently rehabbing to help its recovery efforts. The aquarium says rehab costs can soar to as much as $500 per turtle and these $30 sponsorships will go a long way in helping to care for the animals. Those who sponsor a turtle will…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport has rolled out a new website that allows residents to track capital improvement projects across the city in real time. It’s called ‘Gulfport Vision’ and it comes in the form of an interactive mapping tool. Specifically, it breaks down projects by ward, lists costs, and funding sources, and gives information on progress timelines….
The Pine Hill Festival Art Contest is happening now and you have until February 27 to submit your work. The theme is ‘Elements of Pine Hill Commerce and Community Engagement.’ The work must be an 11 by 17 sized, two-dimensional art piece. No offensive art will be accepted. All submitted work will have the opportunity to be showcased at the…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- East Central High School’s CTE welding class recently built and donated some new gear racks for one Jackson County fire station. Mr. Lawson’s class donated the turnout racks to firefighters at the county’s Helena station. Jackson County Fire Protection officials say the hard work and dedication of the class will help keep firefighters organized and ready…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi Public Works crews were out and about in downtown Friday preparing for a carnival parade for the kids. The annual Biloxi Children’s Mardi Gras Walking Parade rolls Saturday morning. Kids and their parents will deck out their strollers and wagons for the festivities with this year’s theme being ‘In Search of Lost Legends.’ It all starts…
With carnival really ramping up in our area, with a little more than two weeks to go to Fat Tuesday, MDOT is releasing some safety reminders on how to stay safe along parade routes. The key things to keep in mind: watch out for pedestrians along parade routes before and after parades, don’t drink and drive after a parade, be…
Clear skies tonight will allow temperatures to fall into the low 40s and upper 30s across South Mississippi. Sunshine dominates Saturday and Sunday, with afternoon highs in the low 60s both days. Overnight lows will dip into the upper 30s and 40s, keeping mornings cool but comfortable. The warming trend begins Monday, with highs climbing into the upper 60s under…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- YMCA leaders and community members gathered in Ocean Springs to mark the start of a long-anticipated aquatics project. Shovels hit the dirt today as construction officially got underway on two brand new pools at the YMCA, made possible through a $3.7 million investment. The project included a full replacement of the aging indoor pool along with…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Applications are now open for a new law camp aimed at giving high school students a firsthand look inside the legal world. A Harrison County judge is launching the program this summer. It’s designed to spark interest in careers in law. Judge Alison Baker is starting a new law camp in Harrison County called the Gargiulo…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s the end of an era at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center. Matt McDonnell has worked at the facility for 40 years, serving as executive director for 11 years. He’ll be retiring at the end of the month. February 28 will be his last day at the helm. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott talked to…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Humane Society of South Mississippi is offering an adoption special for the month of February. It’s called ‘Have a Heart,’ HSSM saying every heartworm positive dog adopted in February will receive full heartworm treatment sponsorship. That will be no cost to the owner. The special also includes adoption fees being waived for all heartworm positive dogs….
The Church of the Good Shepard in Long Beach is hosting a special guest on February 18. The African Children’s Choir will be hosting a free concert, also sharing customs, food and culture. Ugandan Tour Leader Daniel Tamale joins us via Zoom with the details. The concert takes place February 18 at 7 p.m. at the Church of the Good…
It’s almost time for Girl Scout Cookie Season to start! The cookies will be out and for sale beginning February 13. Joanna O’Conor joins us in studio, sharing details on a new flavor being released as well. Categories: Local News
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…
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…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach has put some safety measures in place ahead of the Carnival Association of Long Beach Parade this weekend. A barrier has been set up near the railroad track in the city after CSX raised concerns about the proximity of people and vehicles near the railroad tracks after last year’s parade. No…
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…
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
The Neon Night Light Run is taking place in April, but registration is now open. Jessica and Gavin Spiers join us with the details. The run takes place April 11. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News
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 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, 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, 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…