The U.S. Army National Guard has grounded all of its helicopters. The stand-down comes days after two Mississippi guardsmen were killed when their Apache helicopter crashed during a training flight. Earlier this month, an Apache helicopter also crashed in Utah, but both pilots survived. The National Guard has not said how long the helicopters will be grounded. The purpose is…
Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley made a stop at the Lyman Senior Center to talk to locals. Sheriff Haley discussed the transition and the first few months as acting sheriff and the implementation of protecting the local schools from harm. The sheriff also shared the need to raise pay for deputies and county law enforcement and specifications to training officers…
The Ina Thompson Moss Point Library will be hosting a presentation on the Civil Rights Movement. The presentation will be on the Civil Rights Movement and The Freedom Summer, being presented by Anne’ McMillion. The presentation will run for 4 to 6, a question and answer session will follow as well. If you can’t make it in person, the event…
An HBCU College Fair will be held at the Knight Non-Profit’s Regions Room. That fair will be held from 6 to 8 PM. Over 100 colleges have been invited and gives youth the chance to explore the diverse educational possibilities available. The event is open to the public. Categories: Local News, News Tags: College, college fair, hbcu
Tonight, eyes begin to shift upstream as a cold front begins to move southeastward toward our region. Prior to the frontal passage, surface winds should begin to decrease just a bit. Timing Doesn’t look great for fog potential outside of potentially some “fuzzy stratus build down” with the wind field finally breaking down and enhanced moisture pooling will occur just after…
WXXV Chief Meteorologist Rob Knight is joined by Grant Chighizola as we continue our Celebrate Cities series in Lucedale! This week they are celebrating all things Lucedale! In this series, we will be highlighting cities all across the Gulf Coast. Rob will be back in two weeks to celebrate another city on our beautiful Gulf Coast! History of all things…
Harrison County Fire Rescue and the Long Beach Fire Department responded to an abandoned trailer that burned Monday afternoon. This is the second structure to burn in the area in the last two weeks. The fire is being investigated as an arson fire. No injuries were reported. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Harrison County Fire Rescue, investigation, Long Beach Fire…
February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. 1 in 3 young people will enter into an abusive or unhealthy romantic relationship, but how can guardians at home know if their child is one of them? First, we have to understand why teenagers find themselves in these relationships. The Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence tells us that as teenagers explore…
The February Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber Member Spotlight winner was KOA Holiday Gulfport, a brand-new campground, RV Park and resort on Hwy 49 North! Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight
The January 2024 Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber Member Spotlight is on Summerfield Senior Living in north Gulfport. Take a look at all the unique features Summerfield offers to its residents. Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight
Memorial Health System in Gulfport is hosting its Black History Month program Tuesday morning at 8:30. Former Gulfport Chief Administrative Officer Dr. John Kelly will be the guest speaker. The event will also feature breakfast and a gospel performance by Lakeisha Cotton. The program begins at 8:30 Tuesday morning on the east side of the cafeteria at the hospital. Categories:…
High pressure to our east today will help low level dew points to begin to climb and a slight warming trend (overnight) is anticipated to develop with lows only dropping to near 60F area wide tonight. On Tuesday, the upper level pattern begins to transition to a more zonal or WSW direction. A gradual warming trend should continue with southerly winds…
This weekend, over a thousand members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated gathered for a statewide cluster at the Mississippi Coast Convention Center. The Mississippi Gulf Coast and Moss Point alumnae chapters hosted this year’s cluster. The theme was a throwback to the 80s and 90s. Collegiate and alumni members from many ages gathered for sisterhood, fellowship, and to discuss…
This week on Meggan Monday, Meggan is introducing us to a ministry that lends a hand to those who are helping others. This week, we are introducing you to a wonderful program that’s been going on for about 18 months, hosted by United First Methodist Church in Gulfport. Home Under the Dome is a respite care program that allows care…
Joining us in studio are Tiffany D. Bell and Christen Duhe to tell us about GivHer Circle, part of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation. For more information click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: GivHer Circle, gulf coast community foundation
The identities of the two Mississippi National Guard soldiers killed in a helicopter crash Friday were revealed over the weekend. Chief Warrant Officer 4, 36-year-old Bryan Zemek, and Chief Warrant Officer 4, 42-year-old Derek Abbott, both served at the Mississippi National Guard Army Aviation support facility two located in Tupelo. Officer Zemek was in Alpha Company First Battalion 149th Aviation…
The only story this morning will be fog developing along the MS Gulf Coast. Aloft, a dry northwesterly flow should persist through the near term period. Cannot rule out a very thin layer of cirrus developing today, however, this doesn’t look to limit insolation much and should allow high temps to warm well into the 70s especially across the northern and…
The Hancock lady Hawks defeated Forest Hills 74-45. Picayune falls to Terry high school in a thriller 49-47. The Maroon Tide had a chance to tie or take the lead with the final possession but missed the only shot they had. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Hancock high school girls basketball, Picayune boys basketball
Some fertility clinics in Alabama have suddenly stopped IVF treatment following Alabama’s supreme court ruling that frozen embryos be considered “extrauterine children”. Mississippi has attempted to pass a similar law in the past – leaving some to wonder what Alabama’s ruling could mean for Mississippi residents. “In IVF, we are observing what happens naturally. Not every egg will turn into…
Singing River Health System held a discussion on tackling mental health at the Hard Rock Casino and Resort this morning. Singing River hosted a panel discussion on battling mental health and the best ways to navigate it. The panel of six doctors tackled the problem from the perspective of adults and adolescents. Keynote Speaker Emma Benoit shared her suicide attempt…
Friday featured a warm one for the Mississippi Coast as Gulfport Biloxi International Airport recorded a record high temperature. Winds back off this evening and any remaining clouds will clear out. Temperatures will be much cooler tonight as compared to the mild mornings we’ve had. Saturday features lots of sunshine and afternoon high temperatures in the 70s. Breezy conditions are…
Tessy Lambert with Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs is in studio to talk about the Prom Closet! The annual Prom Closet is taking place February 24th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at In the Zone in St. Martin. You can browse gently used women’s prom-style attire and accessories. Items are $15 or less. Tags: Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs
William Carey University’s Tradition Campus is on the next steps toward expansion. The plans are currently in phase three, planning for a new dormitory and a two-story building next to Scianna Hall. The current plans for the dormitory include a recreation area and a student success center on the ground floor. The building next to Scianna Hall would house a…
A board of alderman meeting in Pass Christian on Tuesday involved something unexpected when Fire Chief Dwight Gordon announced his retirement. His retirement is effective on May 31st of this year. Fire Chief Gordon asked the city to authorize a replacement with a start date of June 1st. He served 21 years with the Pass Christian Fire Department, joining the…