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,…
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…
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….
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…
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, 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…
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
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…
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….
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…
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…
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
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
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….
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The good times rolled in style at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Gulfport on Friday Afternoon. The Krewe of NAMAC (Navy, Army, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard) celebrated the coronation of a new king and queen and a Mardi Gras parade for all of its residents. Beads and coins flew through the air as…
We’re joined in studio by Danica Hart as she continues on her solo music career. She has a big concert coming up at Ground Zero Blues Club. Danica is set to perform at the club on Friday, January 30 at 7 p.m. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News
STENNIS SPACE CENTER (WXXV)- At Stennis Space Center, NASA conducted another successful hot fire test of an RS-25 engine at the Fred Haise Test Stand. This now paves the way for the engine to be used for NASA’s Artemis IV mission. These engines help power NASA’s SLS Rocket that will carry astronauts to the moon under the Artemis campaign. Categories:…
A wet and unsettled pattern moves in this weekend, with increasing clouds tonight and lows in the upper 40s. Showers develop Saturday, with a strong chance of thunderstorms late in the day and continuing through Sunday. Periods of heavy rain are possible, especially Saturday night into Sunday, with breezy winds and highs in the mid to upper 60s. Behind the…
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- The fifth annual St. Stanislaus Government Day Breakfast brought local and state leaders together in Bay St. Louis Friday morning. Mayors and elected officials from across the Coast gathered for collaboration on state issues and to connect with students. Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson delivered the keynote address, sharing updates from his office and…
Officials with the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency continue to communicate with the public regarding preparations that need to be made for Winter Storm Fern as well as preparations to take around your house for the cold snap that is expected to follow the storm. MDOT says it has undertaken the largest road pre-treatment operation on state highways, interstates, and bridges…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-A 19 hour standoff between a man and police at a Biloxi apartment complex has come to an end, and the suspect has been identified. The suspect has been identified as Joshua Drake Ervin and he was taken into custody around 10 a.m. at the Oasis Apartments on Rodenburg Avenue. Erwin has been charged with kidnapping and aggravated…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Opening a new business is never easy, but for one Coast family, it came while navigating an unimaginable loss. WXXV News 25’s Spencer Pullen was in D’Iberville where one barbershop stands as a powerful tribute to faith, perseverance, and a mother’s love that lives on. When customers walk into The Gentlemen’s Den, they’re stepping into more than…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- If you’re a fan of history or just want to know more about what makes the Coast so special, WXXV’s Megan Fayard has just what you’re looking for. We’re launching a new history series covering notable places here on the Mississippi Coast. Megan takes us first to Biloxi’s Mary Mahoney’s Old French House. Categories: Hometown History
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