Morning Business Report: January 26, 2026
Categories: Business
Highlighting Maternal Health and Postpartum Depression
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…
Humane Society of South Mississippi opens cold weather pet shelter
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Keeping our animals safe is especially critical during this cold snap and this week the Humane Society of South Mississippi is doing its part to keep pets warm. HSSM will continue to serve as a cold weather shelter for people to drop off their pets if they need a warm accommodation for them, each day through this…
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.
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
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
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…
1/25-Very Cold Start To The Week
Brynne's Sunday Night Forecast
An Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect until noon Tuesday. Partly cloudy skies this Sunday night, with lows falling into the low to mid 20s. Gusty north winds near 15 mph, making it feel much colder. Wind chills Monday morning will be in the teens. Despite plenty of sunshine, Monday afternoon stays cold with highs near 40. North winds around…
Washington Nationals pitcher Konnor Pilkington returns to East Central High School for jersey retirement
HURLEY, Miss. (WXXV) — Saturday marked an exciting day at East Central High School, with one former Hornets standout making his return for a special reason. Washington Nationals pitcher Konnor Pilkington traded Nationals Park for his high school field in Hurley, as the Hornets officially retired his jersey following the school’s annual youth baseball camp. Pilkington played for East Central…
Gulfport native Derick Hall reaches first Super Bowl with Seattle Seahawks
SEATTLE, Wash. (WXXV) — One South Mississippi football legend is gearing up for Super Bowl LX! Gulfport football star Derick Hall is heading to the biggest sporting event of the year with the Seattle Seahawks. The linebacker had one tackle in his team’s NFC Championship win over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night. Hall was a standout with the…
Groundbreaking on new Renasant Bank in Pascagoula
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce shared details of a groundbreaking for a new banking location. A new Renasant Bank location will be opening in the City of Pascagoula. City officials broke ground on January 16. The county’s chamber of commerce says this marks an important step in the commitment to serving the Gulf Coast community and…
One woman shares her story of human trafficking in Mississippi
A Mississippi woman is sharing more about the moment her life changed and how she became a victim of human trafficking. Her story is an example of why trafficking is often overlooked, even as cases are reported in every county in the state. Morgan Gill with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center has more. “Even 14 years after, you know,…
Memorial Health System launches new nursing residency
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Memorial Health System is launching a new nurse residency program, aimed at helping new nursing graduates transition into professional practice. The inaugural class has already been selected and they begin their residencies this month. It’s a 12-month program with clinical training, biweekly check-ins with educators, and key hospital rotations. Health system leaders say the program is designed…
Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department warns of new scam
A new scam alert going around is involving another South Mississippi law enforcement agency, this time in Pearl River County. The sheriff’s department says they’ve recently received reports from residents saying they have gotten phone calls from people impersonating sheriff’s deputies and claiming to be conducting investigations. The scammers have been using specific names, including sergeants Johnson, Anthony, and Howell….
Coast projects selected for grant money from Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust
A few South Mississippi institutions will receive grant money from the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund. A list of those projects and the money allocated to them range from a connectivity project in Ocean Springs to a new trail in Diamondhead, wetland restoration in Ocean Springs, and more. A total of 20 projects across the state were selected for this…
Buddy Ball offers community for all
A nonprofit on the Mississippi Gulf Coast is providing equal opportunities to individuals with special needs at no cost. It started in 2010 with 20 participants, but has blossomed into a community of over 350 families. Sami Jordan with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center has more. “Special needs is not just one little, small population, it touches everybody.” Mike…
Biloxi Main Street receives grant from Knight Foundation Fund
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Main Street has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Knight Foundation Fund. This grant is expected to help Biloxi Main Street move the next phase of the HowHop Creative District Forward, supporting new recreation amenities. Those include basketball courts, skateboarding, and disc golf. The Main Street saying they expect the improvements to draw in…
Carnival Association of Long Beach hosting draw down event
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Carnival Association of Long Beach is hosting their $5,000 drawdown tonight. The fun takes place Saturday, January 24 at 6 p.m. at the city’s senior center. Tickets are $50 and admits two people. The drawdown starts at 7 p.m. with food and drinks provided throughout the evening. Categories: Local News
Gulfport Basketball gets revenge over Ocean Springs with 64-50 win
It was a huge Friday night on the hardwood as Gulfport High School hosted the Ocean Springs Greyhounds for a Class 7A Region 4 clash. The Admirals are playing for more than just a win, but for revenge as the Greyhounds have given them their only loss of the year. With the help of dunks from the Mississippi All-Star Morris…
Nine Bowlers on the Mississippi Gulf Coast receive All-Star status
We’ve got some all-star bowlers on the Mississippi gulf coast! Now that regional play is complete, it’s time to recognize our outstanding athletes on the lanes! Starting off with the boys, congratulations to Ayden Bates from Vancleave, Coen Connor from Ocean Springs, Royce Crouse from Gulfport, River Dambrino from West Harrison, Hunter Lyles from Vancleave and Timothy Tapper from Pascagoula….
Pascagoula remains perfect in district play with 65-40 win over Hancock on the hardwood
KILN, Miss. (WXXV) — The Pascagoula Panthers put together a 32-point lead on the basketball court after just one quarter of play and never looked back, taking down Hancock by a score of 65-40. Check out these highlights from the big game! Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Hancock Athletics, Hancock boys basketball, Hancock High School, Pascagoula athletics, Pascagoula…
Gautier Coach Jacob Plocher wins Fifth Marathon!
One local Jackson County man wears a whole lot of hats! He’s a husband, father, school counselor, high school coach, and now a five time marathon winner! This past sunday, Gautier’s Jacob Plocher was the first to cross the finish line at the Lousiana Maranthon with an outstanding time of 2 hours 28 minutes and 49 seconds. He said when…
Gulf Coast Orchid Society hosting 46th annual Orchid Show
The Gulf Coast Orchid Society is hosting their 46h annual Orchid Show next weekend. William Thompson joins us with the details. The orchid show takes place January 30, 31 and February 1 at the Gautier Convention Center. For more information call 601-530-8778. Categories: Local News
Hancock girls basketball downs Pascagoula in district play, 59-33
KILN, Miss. (WXXV) — The Hancock Lady Hawks dominated Pascagoula from the start of their matchup on Friday night, ultimately winning by a score of 59-33. Here’s a look at some highlights from the game! Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Hancock Athletics, Hancock girls basketball, Hancock High School, Pascagoula athletics, Pascagoula girls basketball, pascagoula high school
Hancock Golf Teams receive championship rings, honor life of Rowdy Foster
KILN, Miss. (WXXV) — Friday marked a special night at Hancock High School, as the Hawks celebrated some state champions while honoring a teammate. Members of the boys and girls golf teams received their state championship rings after an impressive 2025 season. Both teams won titles back in October. The boys went back-to-back after two dominant rounds on the course….