01/28 Ryan's "warmer, Still Frosty" Wednesday Morning Forecast
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01/28 Ryan’s “Warmer, but Still Frosty” Wednesday Morning Forecast

Today was warmer, but still frosty as our subtle warming trend continues for the rest of the week.
Ryan Mahan,

South Mississippi woke up frosty once again today, despite an over 10 degree warm-up from where we were yesterday. That still had us below freezing in every South Mississippi location, which really drives home the fact yesterday was the coldest we’ve been yet this winter. That “record” won’t last long though, because while we’re warming for the rest of the…

Casa Of Southeast Ms Looking For Volunteers
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CASA of Southeast MS looking for volunteers

WXXV Staff,

As we moved forward in the new year, CASA of Southeast Mississippi is reaching out to people who may be interested in volunteering and making a difference in the lives of children on our Mississippi Coast. CASA Advocate Supervisor Artina Graves is here to tell us more about how you can get involved. Click here for more information.  Categories: Community…

Coast Episcopal School Hosts Art Exhibits
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Coast Episcopal School hosts art exhibits

Dave Elliott,

PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)-Coast Episcopal School in Pass Christian is very unique in that they have an art gallery on school grounds. The Gail Keenan Art Center hosts top flight exhibits. A new show just opened called ‘Organica.’ WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliot talked to the show’s curator about the beauty of sharing art with students. Categories: Local News

Late Week Rain Chance
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1/27 – Gradual afternoon warm-up with isolated rain chances later this week

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast
Sam Lucey,

Tonight will be mostly cloudy with patchy frost early, becoming widespread after 11 PM as temperatures drop to around 30 with calm winds. Frost lingers on Wednesday morning through about 8 AM, then skies turn a bit more sunny with highs topping out near 54. We’re looking at another frosty night into Thursday morning though with lows near 31 and…

Stone County School District Holding Warm Clothing Drive For Students
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Stone County School District holding warm clothing drive for students

Asia Ellis,

STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Stone County School District leaders have organized a warm clothes drive for students and families across the district. Organizers say donations have been limited so far, despite a growing need. They’re asking for coats, jackets, and other cold weather essentials. You can drop off donations at the school district central office on Critz Street in Wiggins….

Community, Police Department Collaborate To Open Cold Weather Shelter In Wiggins
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Community, police department collaborate to open cold weather shelter in Wiggins

Everett Ganier Jr.,

WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- As freezing temperatures moved into South Mississippi, one local police department is making sure no one is left out in the cold. The Wiggins Police Department opened a cold weather shelter and the community stepped up in a big way. With temperatures low across Stone County, the police department and some community members worked hand-in-hand together. Once…

Jackson County School District Hosting Job Fair
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Jackson County School District hosting job fair

WXXV Staff,

JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County School District is hiring for a range of positions and they’re hosting for a job fair later this week for you to learn more. Superintendent David Baggett joins us in studio with the details. The job fair takes place Thursday, January 29 at Vancleave High School from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. All…

Mississippi Aquarium Preps Animals For Cold Weather
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Mississippi Aquarium preps animals for cold weather

Megan Fayard,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — With freezing temperatures hitting the coast, the Mississippi Aquarium is making sure their animals are staying warm and comfy. It’s not every day south Mississippi sees temperatures drop below freezing — and when they do, it’s important to protect our pets, plants, and people. At the Mississippi Aquarium, staff have a plan in place for the…

Dodge’s Location In Gautier Reopens
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Dodge’s location in Gautier reopens

WXXV Staff,

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- A longtime Gautier favorite is officially back open for business! Dodge’s on Highway 90 celebrated its return with a ribbon cutting and grand opening luncheon on Monday after extensive renovations. The store reopened to the public Tuesday morning. Categories: Local News

Force Protection Exercises Begin At Ncbc
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Force protection exercises begin at NCBC

WXXV Staff,

The Navy’s annual Force Protection Exercise began Monday at the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport. It’s an annual exercise that begins with Citadel Shield, which focuses on the readiness of Navy security forces in defending installations across the globe, including the Seabee Base. Over the next two weeks, base officials say you may experience increased traffic around the base…

Cold Weather Shelter Openings For January 27, 2026
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Cold weather shelter openings for January 27, 2026

WXXV Staff,

Cold weather shelters across South Mississippi will open again tonight for people who need a warm place to stay. In Hancock County, the warming center in the Kiln will open at 8 p.m. That shelter is located off Highway 43 and will also be open Wednesday night as well. The Jackson County Office of Emergency Services, in collaboration with Jackson…

01/27 Ryan's "coldest...for Now" Tuesday Morning Forecast
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01/27 Ryan’s “Coldest…for Now” Tuesday Morning Forecast

We're seeing the coldest weather of the winter so far...for now...as even colder moves in as we finish off the week.
Ryan Mahan,

Old Man Winter is here in South Mississippi, despite not seeing any of the nearby winter weather we’re seeing our coldest weather yet…for now. That’s because another front is coming in Friday morning that’ll ensure our temperatures won’t rise above 40 as we begin the weekend! For now though, lows fell a little more than yesterday down to 21° in…

Absentee Voting For March Primaries Begins In Mississippi
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Absentee voting for March primaries begins in Mississippi

WXXV Staff,

In-person and mail-in absentee voting for the March primary elections for House and Senate here in Mississippi is now underway. In South Mississippi, this is for the Republican and Democratic primaries for the fourth congressional district seat as well as the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Cindy Hyde-Smith. County Circuit Clerk Offices will be facilitating in-person voting through early…

Ward 7 Community Meeting Happening Tuesday In Gulfport
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Ward 7 Community Meeting happening Tuesday in Gulfport

WXXV Staff,

A head’s up for residents of Gulfport’s Ward 7, Councilman Johnny Hoggatt is hosting a community meeting Tuesday to discuss issues relevant to the ward right now. That meeting begins at 6 p.m. at the Lyman Community Center. You’ll be able to ask questions related to city governance and projects as well as hear updates from city department heads on…

Cold And Frosty
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1/26 – Extreme cold again tonight with a little warming in the afternoons

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast
Sam Lucey,

A clear and cold night is expected tonight, with lows dropping into the low 20s and gusty north winds subsiding by sunrise. Frost will also be possible across much of the area. Sunshine returns Tuesday with highs near 50, followed by a gradual warming trend midweek as highs climb into the mid-50s under mostly sunny skies. Clouds increase late Thursday…

Local Fire Officials Share Safety Tips For Staying Warm During Cold Weather
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Local fire officials share safety tips for staying warm during cold weather

Everett Ganier Jr.,

Cold weather continues to grip the Mississippi Gulf Coast this week. As families crank up heaters and light fireplaces to stay warm, fire officials are urging extra caution. Fire officials say these heating sources can quickly become dangerous if they’re not used properly. As colder temperatures stick around, officials say taking a few extra precautions now can keep families safe…

No Issues With Local Road Conditions
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No issues with local road conditions

WXXV Staff,

All good so far today on our South Mississippi roads. Windy conditions overnight dried up much of the water on the roads from Sunday’s rain, allowing for easier travel across the area today. Some South Mississippi cities like Picayune and Pascagoula treated bridges and overpasses Sunday as an extra precaution, just in case. Categories: Local News

Raising Awareness For Maternal Health And Postpartum Depression
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Highlighting Maternal Health and Postpartum Depression

Aubrey Spears,

January 23 is Maternal Health Awareness Day and in Mississippi, the rate of self-reported postpartum depressive symptoms is significantly higher than the national average. WXXV’s Aubrey Spears spoke with the Executive Director of the Department of Mental Health about the numbers and why it is important to highlight maternal mental health and postpartum depression. The birth of a baby is…

01/26 Ryan's "coldest Yet" Monday Morning Forecast
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01/26 Ryan’s “Coldest Yet” Monday Morning Forecast

The spring-like weather we saw at the end of last week is gone as the coldest weather yet this winter moves in.
Ryan Mahan,

Last week started frosty, but ended more on the spring-like side as a front moved through bringing some of our coldest weather yet this winter. Lows fell into the low-to-mid 20s across South MS, but it was the wind that really chilled things out, bringing wind chills as low as 12° to our inland counties and cities. We’ll be even…

Cold Weather Shelter Openings For January 26, 2026
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Cold weather shelter openings for January 26, 2026

WXXV Staff,

In terms of cold weather shelters across our region, we do know some will be open again today. The Hancock County Shelter in the Kiln will open back up at 8 p.m. In Harrison County, two shelters will be opening this afternoon as well. In D’Iberville, the Kenny Fournier Multipurpose Building will open at 4:30 p.m. The Salvation Army Center…

Nineteen Year Old Killed In Accident In George County
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Nineteen-year-old killed in accident in George County

WXXV Staff,

GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A 19-year-old George County girl died in a two-vehicle wreck on Friday on Highway 63. Mississippi Highway Patrol tells News 25 Haylee Churchwell was driving a GMC truck north on 63 when her truck crossed the median and hit an 18-wheeler traveling in the southbound lanes. Churchwell later died at an area hospital. The exact cause…