Miss Black Gulf Coast Natassia Ayodele joins us in the studio to tell us more about her reign and what she is doing in the community! Ayodele represents the Mississippi Gulf Coast region in the Miss Black Mississippi USA Pageant. The pageant is open to women ages 13 to 45 and encourages contestants to serve their communities. The program also…
We are about one month into the hurricane season for 2024 and many here in South Mississippi are still preparing for the ongoing season. WXXV News 25’s Ethan Krauss is live now at the Knight Nonprofit Center in Gulfport with more on an event tonight to help South Mississippians continue their storm season preps. Categories: Local News, News Tags: hurricane…
The 24th annual Scrapin the Coast wrapped up Sunday at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi. Many car enthusiasts showed up for the final day of the mega car show. Car owners from across the South entered their suped-up rides into various award categories or just showed up to show off their ride. Hear more from participants on their modifications…
Chapel Hart made their return to their hometown of Poplarville over the weekend where they put on a free concert at Pearl River Community College. WXXV sat down with them to talk about their return home. Trea Swindle said, “There’s absolutely nothing like the feeling of coming back home, especially after being on the road for so long and literally…
The Arts Hancock County Summer Arts Camp will be back bigger and better than ever! This year, kids will enjoy hands on fun with new projects in various art mediums guided by professional artists and teachers with over 50 years of experience. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. was LIVE at The Arts in Bay Saint Louis to give you…
George County and Southern Miss standout football player MJ Daniels was laid to rest Saturday afternoon surrounded by his family and friends. Many gathered at George County High School to celebrate the life and home going of standout MJ Daniels Jr. The packed-out gymnasium for his funeral shows just how many hearts Daniels touched in his 21 years of life….
For 70 years, Hubbard’s Waveland Hardware has been a part of the community. The family-owned business is run by Richard and David Hubbard and caters to everyone from the handyman to the construction crew. David Hubbard said, “Hardware stores, it’s a fix it place. Most people come in here, they’re fixing something. They’re repairing something. Most people aren’t mechanics and…
WXXV News 25 is starting a brand-new segment focused on highlighting some phenomenal women in the area called ‘Amazing Women of South Mississippi.’ This week we are spotlighting Renee Marcellus from Long Beach. Renee is a wife, mother, grandmother, volunteer, an RN, a home school teacher, and a Navy veteran. Renee and her husband have four children ranging in age…
Christian Hartley with Coast Young Professionals is in studio to tell us about the 16th annual Black Tie and Blue Jeans Gala. The gala takes place June 27th from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the IP Casino Resort Spa. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Black Tie and Blue Jeans Gala, Coast Young Professionals
The main story today will be the heat as high pressure continues to spread eastward along the Gulf Coast today. Low level moisture will be on the increase today as well, which coupled with the hot afternoon temperatures will lead to heat index values to climb into the 108-110 F range. That said, there could be some late afternoon relief…
Monday will be another above average temperature day, but with higher surface dewpoints as southerly flow becomes better established. This will both raise daytime peak heat indices and introduce the chance for afternoon thunderstorms. Those should initially be primarily on sea-breeze boundaries. General southwestward propagation is expected with northeast mid/upper level flow in place but outflow boundaries could certainly…
Food pantries across the Gulf Coast are in dire need of food donations. For Juneteenth, organizations across the Coast dedicated this year’s service project to helping the Salvation Army’s food pantry. Food pantries always see a greater need in the summer, but for once, pantries can’t keep up. When the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Incorporated saw…
The Coast Coliseum is a hub of activity right now as car lovers settle in for a weekend of Scrapin fun. WXXV News 25’s Grant Chighizola is there now with all the action! Categories: Local News, News Tags: scrapin’ the coast
In Wiggins, a shirt design company called Royal Stylez had their grand opening on June 8th. Originally the store was open in Moss Point, but closed due to last year’s tornados. For more information, visit their Facebook page by clicking here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Royal Stylez, Wiggins
On Thursday, seniors spent the day splashing into summer at the Saucier Senior Summer Fest. It’s a part of Harrison County’s growing initiative to create more community events for senior citizens. The event gave seniors the opportunity to party like children, enjoying ice cream and playing corn hole with friends. Organizers say its important to keep South Mississippi’s senior citizens…
Gulfport Police are investigating a shooting in the 5000 block of 28th Street in Gulfport. The Brookstone Apartments are in that block, which is across the street from Naval Construction Battalion Center – Gulfport. Lt. Jason Ducre’ said the shooting happened about 1 p.m. A single shot was fired and the victim was taken to the hospital for treatment. Anyone…
This weekend, we here at WXXV News 25 are rolling out a new segment called ‘Amazing Women of South Mississippi’ where we spotlight phenomenal women where you live. Every Sunday, WXXV News 25 Evening Co-Anchor Christen Hyde will introduce you to a new amazing woman and tell you what makes her so special. Our first amazing woman is Renee Marcellus….
Scrapin the Coast kicks off today! The event is set to take place all weekend, kicking off at 2 this afternoon. Cars are gathering at the Coast Coliseum to take part in car shows, stereo competitions, and so much more. News 25 caught up with the Scrapin the Coast Founder Eric Kendrick to discuss the history of the event and…
The Salvation Army is now asking for donations of non-perishable food items to help combat summer food insecurity that many local families are facing right now. WXXV News 25’s Brooke Parker is at the Salvation Army Center of Hope in Gulfport to discuss their dire need for donations. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Salvation army
WXXV Sports Director Jevan McCoskey joins us from the 16th annual Dale Brown Basketball Camp in Ocean Springs. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: Dale Brown Basketball Camp, sports
Pass Christian Police Department put its skills to the test on Thursday. The department, joined by other first responders in the area, participated in active shooter drills with Pass Christian School District. “What do we do?” This is a question that local law enforcement agencies don’t want to have to ask themselves if a shooter enters a school, which is…
The 22nd Annual Scrapin The Coast starts Friday at the MS Coast Coliseum. Scrapin The Coast is a show for automotive enthusiast, where many genres and vehicle styles are showcased. Everything from mini trucks, 4 x 4’s, street rods and antiques to corporate builds. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. was LIVE at the MS Coast Coliseum in Biloxi to…
While the low level circulation of former Tropical Storm Alberto dissipated yesterday afternoon, the mid and upper circulation is still evident with a drier air mass moving in from the NE. The flow between high pressure to the north and low pressure near the Bay of Campeche is not as strong as it has been for much of the week,…
Former Gulfport High School football star and current Seattle Seahawk Derick Hall was back in Harrison County on Thursday to spread the message of his One Percent Foundation in the first-ever community event held by the foundation. “Like I have always said…if you love Gulfport, Gulfport will love you back.” The foundation strives to combat childhood obesity, food insecurity, and…