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…

Tattoo artists gather for Due South Tattoo and Art Expo

Tattoo artists came together to display their art for the annual Due South Tattoo and Art Expo over the weekend. The expo kicked off Friday at the IP Casino and Resort. Tattoo artists from across the Gulf South and the country made their way to this convention. Ocean Springs based Twisted Anchor Tattoo Gallery hosted the convention. Artists and consumers…

Upcoming events at 100 Men Hall in Bay St. Louis

We’re joined this morning by Rachel Dangermond with 100 Men Hall to tell us about some upcoming events. Samba Funk will take place March 8th from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Reggae Fest will take place March 16th from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at…

Meggan Monday: Mississippi Emerge Center

This week on Meggan Monday, Meggan is introducing us to a new center to assist Mississippians who are visually impaired. This week on Meggan Monday, we want to tell you about a new facility that’s dedicated to helping the visually impaired. The Mississippi Emerge Center in Long Beach is part of the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services. Director of Rehab…

Shooting at Oasis Lounge in West Point, MS

Sheriff deputies are investigating a mass shooting at a nightclub in West Point in the northeastern part of the state. The shooting happened early Sunday morning inside Club Oasis. Investigators say a 20-year-old woman was killed and about a dozen other people were wounded. Some of the victims are in serious condition. Several hundred people were believed inside the club…

3/4 – The Chief’s “Dense Morning Fog” Monday Morning Forecast

Fog will be in and out at most locations this morning. This fog should get lifted rather quickly by mid-morning as the entire boundary layer should begin to come under the influence of lift by mid-morning. Showers/t-storms will begin around midday with activity increasing this evening and overnight. The next thing would be one or two storms that could produce…

The Magnolia state representatives shine during 2024 NFL Combine

The NFL Combine is officially underway in Indianapolis, IN and the state of Mississippi is being well represented after the first two days. Defensive lineman and linebackers got things started on Thursday for the first day of the combine and some former Mississippi State and Ole Miss players were turning heads. Bulldogs defensive tackle Jaden Crumedy had a positive day…

3/1 – Jeff Vorick’s “Drying Out” Friday Evening Forecast

Expect mainly dry conditions this evening into the overnight hours. A 20% chance of a stray shower cannot be ruled out but the main concern will become fog. Humid conditions, a low-level cloud deck, and southerly winds will contribute to periods of reduced visibility. Fog will be at its worst overnight and through the mornings but some spots south of…