South Mississippi Athletes Speak At Lyman Senior Center’s Black History Month Celebration
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South Mississippi athletes speak at Lyman Senior Center’s Black History Month celebration

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The Lyman Senior Center held its Black History Month Celebration with two former South Mississippian sports stars headlining the program. At the program, citizens celebrated the decorated month by honoring local African-American pioneers in South Mississippi. Guest speakers Tiffany Travis and Sammy Winder shared their thoughts on the significant month and their journey to stardom in their respective sports contributing…

Vanleave Esports
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Vancleave Esports recognized for Fall 2023 performances

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On Thursday, Vancleave high school celebrated a trophy presentation that many schools might need to get used to. Esports has been growing in popularity in recent years and on Thursday the Bulldogs were given two separate trophies for their performances in the fall. In partnership with the Special Olympics, Vancleave high school was awarded the Unified Central Rocket League and…

Introducing Our Wxxv Student Athlete Of The Week: Farrah James
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Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week: Ocean Springs tri-athlete Farrah James

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The strength of a woman isn’t defined by how much she can lift, how well she can balance multiple responsibilities, or how long she can keep a smile on her face, but if that was all it took, you would see this Ocean Springs tri-athlete’s face right next to that definition. Introducing our wxxv student athlete of the week, Farrah…

Tree Distribution Giveaway In Honor Of Arbor Day
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Tree distribution giveaway in honor of Arbor Day

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Today is Arbor Day in Mississippi and one group is celebrating by distributing trees and bushes to residents. The Harrison County Soil and Water Conservation District was at the Lyman Community Center just after signup to distribute an assortment of trees and bushes for $5 a car. The drive-thru event began at 7 a.m. and organizers said they will be…

Tech Byte Broad Band Light Treatment

Tech Byte – Broad Band Light Treatment

Patrick Moates explores Broad Band Light Treatment
Deidre Pyron,

There are thousands of websites and businesses devoted specifically to helping you look younger longer. Today we will literally shed some light on how broadband light treatment can help you maintain your youthful appearance for longer. Tags: band, broad, byte, light treatment, patrick moates, rogers technology, solutions, TECH, techbyte

Mom To Mom Diy School Valentines

Mom to Mom – DIY School Valentines

Cute handmade Valentine directions for classmates and teachers.
Deidre Pyron,

WOW your kid’s classmates and teachers with cute handmade Valentines. Mandy gives step-by-step directions in this how-to segment! Tags: classmates, DIY, handmade, how-to, mandy williamson, Mom to Mom, students, teachers, Valentine, valentine’s day, Valentines

Preview Of Coast Parades This Weekend: Ocean Springs
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Preview of Coast Parades this weekend

WXXV Staff,

We are counting down the days until Fat Tuesday here at WXXV, but the carnival fun really ramps up tonight in South Mississippi. Our very own Grant Chighizola has the details on all the fun coming up! City of Ocean Springs City of Biloxi  City of Gulfport  City of Pass Christian Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: mardi gras

2/9 Jeff Vorick's "warmer Start" Friday Morning Forecast
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2/9 – Jeff Vorick’s “Warmer Start” Friday Morning Forecast

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Areas of patchy dense fog will dissipate quickly this morning. Cloud cover will remain in place with peeks of sunshine here and there. Temperatures will be quite warm with 70s across our area this afternoon. Expect a 20% or so chance of passing showers at times for your Friday. A slow-moving train of storm systems will be parked in our…

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Senior Citizens’ Mardi Gras Bash kicking off February 9

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Happening February 9 at the Donal Snyder Community Center in Biloxi, a senior citizen’s Mardi Gras Bash kicks off at 11:30 and runs until 1! The event is free to the public and is open to anyone 55 or older. A king, queen, a grand duke, and a grand duchess will be chosen by drawing and crowned! There will be…

Locals Welcome The Great Food Truck Race
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Locals welcome the Great Food Truck Race

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The race is on, except you won’t be running anywhere during this race. The Great Food Truck Race is happening on the Gulf Coast this week. Food trucks from across the nation are battling it out for the Mississippi Gulf Coast’s love. Businesses are trucking across the Mississippi Gulf Coast to show locals what they have to offer for the…

Security Forces Protection Exercises At The Nbcb
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Security Forces Protection Exercises at the NBCB

WXXV Staff,

U.S. Naval Security Forces are participating in force protection exercises for the next few weeks. News 25 got a peek at one of the active shooter drills conducted by the Naval Security Forces Thursday morning. The training goes hand-and-hand with the annual Navy-wide Solid Curtain Citadel/ Shield Operation exercises. The exercises give the Navy a chance to assess their capabilities…

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Coach Jay Ladner’s family releases statement thanking fans

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The family of Southern Miss Men’s Basketball Coach Jay Ladner has released a statement after he suffered a heart-related medical emergency earlier this week. The family is thanking fans for the outpouring of support and also thanking the doctors at Hattiesburg’s Forrest General Hospital for their work in treating Coach Ladner. Ladner is said to be in great spirits and…

Joppa Shriner's Steak Night
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Joppa Shriners Steak Night

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Joining us this afternoon is Bruce Hill with the Joppa Shriners. He is here to tell us about the Shriner’s Steak Night coming up. The Shriner’s Steak Night takes place Friday at 6 p.m. at 13280 Shriners Boulevard in Woolmarket. Doors open at 5:30. $20 for a steak, potato, salad, bread, and drink. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Joppa Shriners Steak…

Ocean Springs Signing Day
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Ocean Springs has 2nd largest signing day on the coast as 10 student-athletes put pen to paper

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The Ocean Springs Greyhounds saw 10 different student-athletes put pen to paper on Wednesday. Talen Carter will attend Jacksonville State. Trace Carter, Eric Moore, and Lamar Vaxter will continue their careers at Pearl River Community College. Christian Bingham is heading to Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College while Kristian Dillard will head to ECCC. Shane Toler will take his talents to…

Vancleave National Signing Day
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Vancleave Bulldogs hit big on National Signing Day

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The Vancleave Bulldogs had three student-athletes take the next step in their athletic journeys on Wednesday. Mary Holmes will continue her volleyball career at Northwest Community College. Joey Waltman will take the football field at Pearl River Community College. Karson Netto put pen to paper to continue cheerleading at Pearl River Community College. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags:…

Gabriel Signs With Prcc
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East Central football star commits to play college ball at Pearl River Community College

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East Central football was led on and off the field by Gabriel Miller this last season. Miller got things done on the gridiron this year, earning himself all-state and all-star honors. On Wednesday, during National Signing Day, he signed to continue his career at PRCC. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: east central high school, Footbal, national signing day,…