Mississippi prepares to tackle any voter fraud ahead of presidential election

Following the 2020 presidential election, many people raised concerns about the integrity of the election process. There was a surge in election legislation introduced after the 2020 presidential election. According to a report from Voting Rights Lab – which tracked election legislation – 39 states enacted new laws related to mail-in voting. Another survey conducted by the Associated Press and…

Pet of the Week: Shamrock is looking for a forever home

Every week on News 25 we feature an animal up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter for our Pet of the Week! Today, Maridee Mallette from the Jackson County Animal Shelter brings in Shamrock for the Pet of the Week. Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week

3/5 – The Chief’s “Improving Conditions” Tuesday Afternoon Forecast

Another disturbance passing north of Interstate 10 into early afternoon will then begin to drop rain chances. Any precipitation this afternoon should be rather limited in coverage, although I`m not entirely confident in seeing much sunshine this afternoon much before sunset. With the disturbance pulling to the northeast of the area this evening, much of the column drying, the wind field…

Conversation with Congressional Candidate Michael McGill

Monday, we heard from GOP Congressional Candidate Carl Boyanton, one of three Republicans running for the 4th Congressional District Seat in this year’s primary. Today, WXXV’s Grant Chighizola continues his Conversations with the Candidates, speaking to Michael McGill, another GOP candidate in the 4th District race. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: 4th congressional district, election 2024, Michael McGill, primary…

Expert Talk with Lori Buhring – Jody Entrekin, Entrekin Insurance

General Liability Insurance

Lori gets the low down on general liability insurance from our insurance expert, Jody Entrekin. What amount of coverage does the average person need and what’s the difference between personal and commercial insurance. Categories: Expert Talk Tags: entrekin insurance, expert talk, general liability, insurance, jody entrekin, Lori Buhring

Republican candidates speak at Candidates Forum in Hancock County

Primary candidates for Mississippi’s 4th Congressional District and U.S. Senate seats made their pitch to voters with one week left to go until the state’s primary elections. The candidate’s forum was held at the American Legion Post 77 on Waveland Avenue. This was an opportunity for Coast residents to ask questions to Representative Mike Ezell and his Republican primary challengers…

Mom to Mom: St. Patty’s Day Rocks

Mandy demonstrates a cute, homemade kids craft for St. Patrick’s Day. This DIY tutorial will show you how to turn those gold plastic coins from Mardi Gras into Magic Leprechaun rocks for your kids or grandkids this St. Patrick’s Day. Tags: coins, Craft, crafts, DIY, leprechaun, mandy williamson, mardi gras coins, Mom to Mom, Rocks, st. patrick’s day

Tech Byte – Pylot Headband

Patrick Moates interviews the CEO of a New Zealand tech company about their new smart device, the Pylot Headband. He discusses how it aims to boost your productivity by tracking your brain and mental function and the applications for people with ADD and ADHD.  Tech Byte is brought to you locally by: Rogers Technology Solutions Tags: ADD, ADHD, ben wisby,…

Log truck overturns, blocking roadway in Harrison County

A log truck overturned Monday afternoon  on Cemetery Road in Harrison County. The driver escaped with minor injuries, but the road was shut down while crews removed the truck and logs from the roadway. Harrison County Fire Rescue and AMR responded to the scene. Harrison County Sheriff’s Department is investigating. Categories: Local News, News Tags: cemetery road, harrison county, log,…

3/5 – The Chief’s “Rainy/Breezy” Tuesday Morning Forecast

Multiple disturbances are moving through west-southwesterly mid-level flow across the northern Gulf Coast. Most of the thunderstorms with these impulses are expected to track south of the area. Another disturbance will pass to the north of Interstate 10 during the late morning hours this morning, but recent runs have been less consistent with this scenario. There’s at least enough instability…

3/4 – Jeff’s “Rounds of Thunderstorms” Monday Night Forecast

While there will be some dry time overnight, rounds of showers and thunderstorms will continue. Expect coverage of 40-60% on average with thunderstorms remaining below severe limits up until sunrise Tuesday. The final round of thunderstorms will pack a punch with the potential for damaging winds and another round of heavy rainfall. The middle of the week will be more…

Two high school athletes earn national recognition

Landon Fry from Long Beach high school and Will Berglind of Ocean Springs high school were both recently awarded as a National Football Foundation scholar athlete from the National Football Foundation. This award is given to those who excel not only in their sports, but in the classroom and as a leader. A big congratulations to both Will and Landon…

Ingalls completes acceptance trials of LPD 29

The completion of acceptance trials for the Richard M. McCool Jr. were successful. The Richard M. McCool Jr. is an amphibious transport dock, also being the final Flight I transition ship before Ingalls moves into special production of the LPD Flight II line. The Ingalls’ test and trials team will now complete final finish work on the ship before delivering…

State Senate bill would require driver’s education program

An act is headed to the Mississippi State Senate that would require any school district that has a secondary school to establish and maintain driver education and training programs. Senate Bill 2695 was authored by State Senator Dennis DeBar Jr. of District 43. The act would amend a section of the Mississippi Code of 1972, the state superintendent of education…

Who will the proposed Medicaid expansion help?

After nearly 100,000 people were dropped from Medicaid last year, the Mississippi senate will now see a bill that promotes expanding Medicaid. The new program will be known as “Healthy Mississippi Works”, and will focus on getting people back to work by getting them healthcare. House Bill 1725 passed in the House with an overwhelming majority vote of 98 to…

Good Ole Days Festival in Lucedale

Our guest today is Danny Clark and he is here to tell us about the 13th annual Good Ole Days Festival this weekend in Lucedale. The Good Ole Days Festival runs from March 8th and 9th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. There will be hit and miss engines, tractors, arts and crafts, and a petting zoo….

Spring Blood Drive being hosted on March 5th

A Spring Blood Drive is being hosted by the Knights of Columbus on March 5th. The drive will be happening at Our Lady of Fatima in the Parish Hall on Pass Road in Biloxi. The blood drive will be running from noon until 5 PM with the American Red Cross. For more information, you can call Jack Fields at (228)547-0880….

Applications are live for Stone County School District superintendent

In Stone County, the school district superintendent application is live and now accessible to every qualified candidate in the nation. The Mississippi School Board Association met with the Stone County School District to discuss goals and qualifications that were top priorities. The board’s number one goal is hiring a qualified candidate who prioritizes students. Click here for a full list of…

Hancock County Republican Women hosting Candidate Forum

In Hancock County, a chance to hear from congressional candidates ahead of next week’s primary elections in the Magnolia State. The candidate’s forum begins at 5:30 at American Legion Post 77 on Waveland Avenue. This is an opportunity for Coast residents to ask questions to Representative Mike Ezell and his primary challengers Carl Boyanton, Michael McGill, and Republican Senate candidates…

Conversation with Congressional Candidate Carl Boyanton

In the week before the primary elections here in Mississippi, WXXV News 25 is reaching out to candidates on the ballot here in South Mississippi to hear their stances on the issues impacting voters in 2024. Earlier today, WXXV’s Grant Chighizola sat down with 4th Congressional District Republican Primary Candidate Carl Boyanton as he prepares for next Tuesday’s election. We…