An area of weak low-pressure overhead will slide to the east and dissipate. We will transition into somewhat lower dew-points and maintain those conditions for the next few days with a drier air mass moving through the region. A cold front will also actually move through and stall over the gulf tonight into early Wednesday and also remain over the…
Happening right now in Downtown Gulfport, Gulfport Main Street is hosting Lace Up and Lunch downtown. The public is encouraged to come out and join the City of Gulfport for a walk through some lunch spots downtown. Those spots include Patio 44, Murky Waters, and Half-Shell. The walk kicked off just an hour ago at 11, but it is expected…
WXXV Chief Meteorologist Rob Knight stopped by the Club at Diamondhead to continue our Celebrate Cities series in Diamondhead. This week we are celebrating all things Diamondhead! 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! Interview with POA President…
Overview: Severe Thunderstorm watch still in place for coastal MS and coastal southeast LA. Possible Wake Low trying to develop behind the storms Hazards: All modes of severe weather are still possible however the severe risk is decreasing. Flash Flood risk will decrease if as long as additional thunderstorms do not try to move back into the area from…
The weather wasn’t going to let a 6A South State Champion be crowned on Monday as game three of the series between the George County Rebels and the Pearl River Central Blue Devils was postponed after four innings of play. The Rebels led 7-1 and the game will resume on Tuesday at 6:00 PM. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team…
Recently, three Bulldogs of Christian Collegiate Academy signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at the next level. Evi Cougle signed to continue her cheer career at Mississippi College, Frankie Woodall will continue his basketball journey at William Carey University, and last but not least Dillon Woods will take his basketball talents to Southeastern Baptist College. Congratulations to all…
One more signing for Monday as Picayune high school cheer star Brooklyn Kellar signed to continue her career at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. From the Maroon Tide to the Bulldogs, Kellar will do great things at MGCC, just as she did at Picayune! Congratulations and best of luck at the college level. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: MGCCC,…
On Monday, the Vancleave high school cheer team received their rings from bringing home the state championship last season. It was a special season for many reasons – and it is great to see all of their hard work pay off in the end. Congratulations to the lady Bulldogs and best of luck at running it back for another ring…
The developing squall line over southwest Louisiana has already had a history of producing a few tornadoes and widespread wind damage. This line is expected to accelerate some, moving into the viewing area between 8 and 9, then across most of the area after midnight. A flood watch remains in effect for areas along and south of the I-10/12 corridor…
The neighborhood market off Highway 49 received the Helen R. Walton Excellence in Community Leadership Award. The location received this honor for the staff’s commitment to the Gulfport community. Store Manager Kevin Gaines received the award during a Walmart corporate meeting earlier this year. As a part of the program, the neighborhood market was able to donate $25,000 to Triumph…
The Waveland Board of Alderman extended the eviction deadline for Gulf Grove Apartment residents. As we reported back in April, residents in the apartments were ordered to vacate after the building was condemned. According to the Sea Coast Echo, the board voted last Tuesday to extend the eviction deadline from May 15th to May 29th. This extension allows the City…
The Pascagoula Library is opening a satellite branch inside the Jackson County Law Library as renovations to other parts of the building continue. That satellite branch is set to open next Monday. Operating hours moving forward are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Fridays from 9 to 4. The satellite branch will offer new books and…
Happening tonight, Saints legend Drew Brees makes an appearance here on the Coast! This is a live look outside the Mississippi Coast Convention Center, ahead of William Carey University’s scholarship dinner. Brees is set to be the featured speaker for tonight’s event. He’s set to talk about his career, leadership principles, and much more that is expected to inspire those…
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for the lower six coastal counties. here’s what you should do to prepare your home for possible flash flooding — according to Hancock County Emergency Management. EMA suggests that people living in low-lying areas move vehicles to higher ground so it can be accessed in an emergency. Of course, it never hurts to…
We are joined in studio by Cecilia Dobbs Walton and Stacy Thacker from the City of Biloxi. They are here to tell us about the Ward 4 Special Election that is coming up. For more information on the special election, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: City of Biloxi, special election, Ward 4
THREAT FOR HEAVY RAINFALL AND SEVERITY. The Flood Watch will remain as rainfall amounts are still coming in from 3 to 6 inches with the highest of these numbers over coastal Mississippi through 7am Tuesday. Once the second system moves to the east, it will clean the area(clearing skies and stable conditions). This should occur by Tuesday afternoon. The frontal boundary that…
The Gulf Coast Swim Association just celebrated its 50th anniversary and how fitting for the group to have several competitive swimmers return last week to mark the occasion, along with the man who started it all: Coach Dana Abbott. He flew in from Texas to reunite with some of his original swimmers and we are excited to introduce you to…
The upper flow is now supportive and subsequent lower level flows are also lining up to support the training of HEAVY RAINFALL. The first of 2 rounds of activity will move though this morning, with the second system coming in late today. Models develop and area north into a line to the NW of the area this morning and slowly…
Good Sunday evening! Severe weather is back in the forecast, even though our risk areas are not as high as several places in the region have seen recently, it is still worth noting that the potential will be here over the next two days. After looking at weather model data, I am decently certain on the modes of severe weather…
The Summer games for Special Olympics Mississippi have kicked off at Keesler Air Force Base with the opening ceremonies that took place Friday night. This year’s theme is “Adventure is out there” “So, for 38-39 years Keesler Air Force Base has been hosting our athletes for our state Summer games and it’s always an adventure. This year the bar has…
Ocean Springs Fire Chief Derek McCoy retires today after a 26-year-old career serving the people of Jackson County. News 25 talked to McCoy earlier today as he looks back on his career. Here’s what inspired him over his life in public service in his own words. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Derek McCoy, Ocean Springs Fire Chief, ocean springs…
After serving her community for 20 years — giving her all to keep them safe — Special Agent Christa Groom is learning to let other people take care of her. “It’s always hard for us to accept help from people, but at some point, you just have to let them do what they’re going to do,” said Christa Groom, a special…
Saturday, the Humane Society of South Mississippi hosting a kitten shower. The shower kicks off at noon and lasts until 3. You can learn about the Humane Society’s Kitten Foster program. The kittens are also in need of supplies, so bring anything you can donate as well. At the event, guests can expect to play games and meet kittens! Categories:…
D’Iberville High School celebrated graduating seniors as they head to college or the military. The theme for today’s ceremony is ‘moving to the next level.’ Teachers and students wore their favorite college t-shirt or jersey in support of the seniors. Some even dressed as the mascot of the college they are going to. Parents were invited to walk the gold…