BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — The City of Biloxi hosted its monthly First Friday Downtown Block Party to begin the Easter holiday weekend, and it featured plenty of excitement. Aside from the usual food trucks, vendors and live entertainment, Mythic Skateboards also made its public debut. Skaters gathered to check out the organization’s merchandise and experience a team-based skateboard competition, with…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is hosting their Penguin Easter Egg Hunt Saturday on the west lawn. Throughout the day, aquarium guests will be able to enjoy free Easter Egg hunts as well as photos with the Easter Bunny. One golden penguin egg will be hidden on campus and the finder will win two annual passes. The egg hunt…
A press conference was held Friday by Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United at the Pass Christian Harbor. The group announced a legal victory after a Harrison County judge ruled in their favor. The judge struck down the state’s plan to lease 80 percent of oyster reefs in the Mississippi Sound to private companies. The ruling pointed out private leasing violates the…
Expect a warm and quiet night with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures falling to around 68. Saturday will be another humid day, with a mix of sun and clouds, and highs reaching near 80 before showers and thunderstorms develop during the afternoon. The wettest part of this forecast arrives Saturday night through Sunday, when widespread rain and storms are expected,…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Power honored a former leader with a new name for a facility that helps train the next generation of energy workers in South Mississippi. The company dedicated its workforce development and training center in honor of retired chairman, president, and CEO Anthony Wilson. The facility, which opened in 2024, serves as a key site for safety…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Tributes are pouring in across South Mississippi after a Jackson County sheriff’s deputy was killed in the line of duty. Deputy Michael Jimerson was shot and killed while responding to a disturbance in St. Martin Wednesday night. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. has more on the life he lived and the legacy he leaves behind….
Infinity Science Center is inviting the Coast to register for their Astro and Artemis Camps this summer. These camps offer hands-on STEM adventures. Steven Cruthirds joins us with the details. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Infinity Science Center
Earth Day is coming up fast! Ahead of the day, Pascagoula River Audubon Center is hosting an Earth Day Extravaganza. All the fun takes place April 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sawmill Landing Park. Here to share the details is Amanda Romano. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: earth day, Pascagoula River Audubon Center
The Mississippi Coast Coliseum is hosting an equipment rodeo and expo on April 8. Hol-Mac Corporation will treat attendees to certification training, live demonstrations, and expert access. Rob Marringa joins us in studio with details. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Hol-Mac Corporation
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison Central Elementary students began their fitness journey with a little help from a real-life American Ninja Warrior. Thursday morning, Ryan Stratis led students through obstacle challenges after the school won a statewide fitness drawing. This event was made possible through Project Fit America and the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of the Mississippi Foundation. Students…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Leaders from Mississippi State University and Keesler Air Force Base celebrated the final beam being lifted into place for a new cutting-edge facility on the Gulf Coast. With the signatures of leaders and partners sealed in steel, the final beam of the Mississippi Cyber and Technology Center was lifted into place. Officials from Mississippi State University and…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — A new breakfast restaurant will soon open inside an iconic Downtown Gulfport building. The Downtowner is expected to open its doors in late May or early June, bringing new life to a familiar landmark. The café will be located inside the historic Triplett-Day building, right at the corner of Highway 49 and 14th Street. The retro-inspired…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Police Department is sharing news when it comes to a missing person. Lindsey Leigh Savage has been located safely. She was located Thursday after being reported missing since January 23. The Gautier police say they appreciate the public’s assistance and everyone who shared the previous post. Categories: Local News Tags: missing person
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office says Deputy Michael Jimerson was committed to his community. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley spoke with the sheriff about his lasting impact. Deputy Jimerson was killed in the line of duty responding to a domestic disturbance in St. Martin on Wednesday night. Investigators say Deputy Jimerson responded to a call at…
Skies will be appropriately grey for your Good Friday today in South Mississippi, looking like rain is right around the corner though we’ll have to wait another day for it to arrive. That’s due to an approaching front, that’ll bring possible spotty showers as early as Saturday afternoon, but more consistent rain overnight. Expect showers and thunderstorms from the early…
From Ocean Springs high school to Augusta, Georgia! Mississippi State women’s golfer Avery Weed is making a name for herself on one of the biggest stages in golf. The Ocean Springs alum is back as the Augusta National Women’s Amateur tournament for the second year in a row and she shot her second under-par round earlier today. She’s currently 6…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — Biloxi used a strong start on the gridiron to take control early, and the Lady Indians never looked back as they rolled D’Iberville 21-0. Here’s a look at highlights from the game! Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Biloxi Athletics, Biloxi flag football, Biloxi High school, D’Iberville athletics, D’Iberville flag football, D’iberville High…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — St. Martin flag football took on a talented West Harrison team in an instant classic on the gridiron, but the Lady Yellow Jackets would survive a late threat to win 20-15. Here are highlights from the first half of action! Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: St. Martin Athletics, St. Martin Flag Football, st….
It’s Alumni Night at “The Landing” as the Vancleave Baseball teams hosts the Stone Tomcats for game two of their regional series. The Tomcats lead the series 1-0 after a 4-1 win Tuesday night. It’d be a pitcher’s duel along with hits unable to be strung together as the game extends to extra innings. Vancleave would walk it off in…
The Vancleave softball team hosted the Wayne County War Eagles for game two of the regional series. The Lady Bulldogs are looking for revenge after losing a close 6-7 game on Tuesday. Vancleave seventh grader Sophia Wilson was a force in the circle all night long and it’d be a pitcher’s dual until the seventh inning. Wayne County would earn…
As temperatures rise across Mississippi, Back Bay Mission is asking for the community’s help for those experiencing homelessness. The organization says essentials like bug spray, shorts, and tennis shoes are in short supply. They’re encouraging anyone who can to lend a hand to help. A full list of needed items is available on their social media, along with a link…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — After a quiet first half, the Picayune Maroon Tide scored a pair of quick touchdowns to claim a 14-0 shutout win over Harrison Central. Check out these highlights from the game! Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Harrison central athletics, Harrison Central flag football, harrison central high school, Picayune Athletics, Picayune Flag Football, Picayune…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV) — Thursday marked a new era at D’Iberville High School, as the Warriors officially announced the hiring of Jason Kennedy as the school’s next girls basketball coach. Kennedy has had a successful tenure as a head coach and assistant coach across South Mississippi. He most recently served as a four-year head coach of the St. Martin Lady…
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — In the wake of a deadly train accident in Stone County that claimed the lives of five people on March 27th, county officials are urging residents to use extra caution when crossing the tracks. This includes coroner Wayne Flurry, who has begun taking a more cautious approach to railroad crossings himself. “Sometimes when you’re approaching,…