Today is National School Lunch Hero Day and students at Bel Aire Elementary in Gulfport celebrated by making the day special for food service workers at the school. Bel Aire Elementary Cafeteria Manager Tammy Marion said, “Our school is a big, unified school. I like what they say from the bus drivers to the cafeteria, we make this school work.”…
A Pro-Palestinian protest on the campus of Ole Miss yesterday afternoon is getting attention on social media after tense exchanges with counter-protesters. This is video that was sent in to our sister station, WCBI. More than two dozen protesters filled a cordoned-off area with signs of ‘Free Palestine’ and yelled chants. Well over a hundred counter-protesters surrounded the area. They…
The first day of the Bass Masters State Championship is in the books! News 25’s Brooke Parker is live at today’s weigh-in at the Scarlet Pearl. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Bass Masters State Championship
We are joined by Donna Joseph and Dobbs Dennis to talk about Saturday’s Moss Point River Jamboree. The Moss Point River Jamboree takes place May 4th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Downtown Riverfront Park. Entry is free but there is admission for certain attractions. The jamboree includes vendors, food, fun, live music, car expo, petting zoo, kids…
It’s the beginning of the weekend and there’s a Skate Fest going on in Biloxi this Saturday. The Biloxi Skate Fest is set to make history as the Mississippi Gulf Coast’s most monumental skate event to date. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. is LIVE in Biloxi on what you can expect. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Biloxi Skate Fest,…
Today, President Biden has named Medgar Evers as a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Medgar Evers was born in 1925 into a farming family in Decatur, Mississippi. He went on to fought for his country in World War II and returned him to lead the fight against segregation in Mississippi. He was murdered at his home at age…
Joining us in studio is Scott Hoverman and Krista Hoverman of Three Alarm Comics. They are here to tell us about Free Comic Book Day. Free Comic Book Day takes place Saturday at Three Alarm Comics from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Three Alarm Comics is located at 15218 Lemonye Boulevard. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Free Comic Book Day
T-storm complexes will stay on the lee side of the Rockies this morning and have been for a while. Another weakening one is moving up from southern TX this morning with another area that is starting up this morning over the NW gulf. The weakening one will help with providing outflows to this new area of development today. This MCS type…
The Gulfport Admirals were on the road to open up their second round playoff series against Northwest Rankin. The Admirals would drop the opening game, falling behind in the series 1-0 after losing 7-2. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: baseball playoffs, Gulfport baseball
Across the Mississippi Gulf coast we have several weather changes in the extended forecast. Multiple weather models are indicating a decent shot of rain for the western half of the viewing area and are showing things getting going rather early. There is even some indication that there could be pockets of heavy rain. However, I don’t see a large chance…
The Picayune Maroon Lady Tide made their way to Hancock high school to battle the Lady Hawks on Thursday. Hancock would go on to pick up the win in their 2nd round opening game, 6-0 Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Hancock softball, Picayune softball, Softball playoffs
On Thursday, Marquise Washington put pen to paper to continue his academic and track career at Mississippi State University. Washington was a multi-sport athlete at D’Iberville high school, playing football in addition to being a star on the track. He says he is most excited for the 100 and 4-by-1 races when he arrives to Starkville. Washington also spoke on…
Wednesday’s best mid level forcing has stayed to the west-southwest of the coast. This has allowed some stronger storms to continue to push east, west of our area; but as they worked east they quickly weakened. Weather models have been all over the place. They are all ranging from not having anything over the Mississippi Gulf Coast, to bringing the…
Many communities across the Coast took part in National Day of Prayer celebrations today. This footage is from the prayer event at Long Beach City Hall earlier this afternoon. The Long Beach High School choir took part in the celebration as well, providing music for the occasion. Other prayer events were held in Biloxi, Lucedale, Gulfport, Gautier, and Moss Point….
Following up on a story we first brought you in January, Moss Point High students are soaring to new heights through the school district’s new aviation academy. If you spot a small airplane in Jackson County, you may have caught a glimpse of two Moss Point High student pilots surfing the clouds on their way to gaining their wings. Chief…
Lawmakers in Jackson now have more time to compromise on appropriation and revenue bills as the adjournment of legislature has been extended until May 14th. WXXV News 25’s Ethan Krauss caught up with one South Mississippi representative to talk about the extension and what bills are being discussed. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: lawmakers, laws, legislative session, Mississippi, politics
Happening right now, the 11th annual Taste Rattle and Roll event is underway at Centennial Plaza. Guests are walking the plaza and sampling food and drinks from more than 30 different area restaurants, caterers, and bakeries. Also happening in conjunction with tonight’s event is the 13th annual Mississippi Seafood Cook Off. Mississippi Seafood Marketing is partnering with the Mississippi Gulf…
A senior prom took place this morning in Gulfport at the Lyman Community Center. Seniors came out wearing their best, ready to party. Music from their past was played as they all took to the dance floor to show their moves. This year’s theme was the Kentucky Derby. Finger foods and sweet treats were provided for everyone. Prom guest Mary…
Today we are joined by Potentate Zach Wagner with the Joppa Shriners. Zach is here to tell us about the Potentate’s Ball, opening to the public for the first time. The ball takes place May 4th. The doors open at 7:30. Tickets are $20. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Joppa Shriners, Potentate’s Ball
A bill that passed through the legislature earlier in the session will allow military families to choose where their children will attend school. House Bill 1341 has already been signed by Governor Tate Reeves and will take effect on July 1st. The new law says that military families can choose which school district to send their children to, regardless of…
Happening right now across the Coast, the community is taking part in a National Day of Prayer. This is a live look at the National Day of Prayer happening at the Long Beach City Hall. Other days of prayer are being held across the Coast with many starting at noon, locations include Biloxi, Gulfport, Gautier, and Lucedale. Poplarville had a…
A former Pearl River Community College employee is facing child exploitation charges. Megan Boles was arrested by Pearl River County Sheriff’s deputies Tuesday. PRCC officials learned on April 18th that an investigation involving Boles was underway and the college then placed her on administrative leave. After her arrest Tuesday, PRCC terminated her employment. In a statement about the arrest on…
There are new developments in the federal case involving Biloxi City Councilman Robert Deming. Deming pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court Wednesday on one of the counts against him. That charge is conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute controlled substances. The maximum penalty is no more than 20 years in prison, up to a $1 million fine, three years…
A few bills are still alive in the state legislature ahead of today’s adjournment. WXXV’s Ethan Krauss has the story from Jackson. Watch the video above to hear more about this story. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Legislature, state legislative session