A fun new attraction will be opening Saturday at Buccaneer State Park. Splash Island is a 5,000 square foot pool with a 20-foot climbing tower, 26 different water features equipped with slides, and more. Six cabanas surround Splash Island, each one available for rent with a flat rate of $100 per day. The cabanas include a phone charging station, ceiling…
A pioneer in the Bay St. Louis art scene was honored today in a big way! The late Jerry Dixon received a Memorial Star in Downtown Bay St. Louis. Dixon was the owner of Serenity Gallery, one of the first art galleries in the area. Through Serenity, Dixon became known for promoting artists and exhibits and is highly regarded as…
Not all heroes wear capes so Mississippi Heroes gives them one. Mississippi Heroes is a nonprofit organization dedicated to recognizing everyday heroes who selflessly provide care to others while asking nothing in return. Deborah Helton was named a Mississippi Hero for all that she does as a family caregiver. All day long she takes care of her daughter Rebecca, who…
A Memorial Day weekend event that attracts hundreds of bikers from across the region to South Mississippi. The 40th annual Memorial Day Blowout begins today out at the Gulfport Dragway. For the next four days, bikes of all makes and models will be rolling into the area to participate in a variety of races and events. A $40 ticket will…
The Lyman Senior Center held a Memorial Day Cookout to kick off the Memorial Day Weekend. Veterans and seniors filled the room dressed in their patriotic colors while singing songs about America. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department was up early this morning making sure the hamburgers and hotdogs were perfect for the seniors. Harrison County Supervisor President Rebecca Powers says…
It was a powerful morning at the Armed Forces Retirement Home as they held their Memorial Day Ceremony. The pool deck was filled with men and women dressed in red, white, and blue as they honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. During the playing of Taps, all eyes were fixed on the memorial wreath as participants…
A reminder to be careful when traveling this weekend as there have been a couple wrecks on I-10 ahead of holiday travel. One was at Exit 20 and the other was at Exit 46. There will be more drivers on the road this weekend so pay attention and use extra caution. Categories: Local News, News Tags: holiday travel, traffic accident,…
An annual three-day festival kicks off in Hancock County today! The St. Clare Seafood Festival begins with a tribute to the military and fallen officer wreath presentation honoring Sgt. Steven Robin and Officer Branden Estorffe tonight followed by live music from 7 to 10 p.m. Tomorrow’s big event at the festival is the classic car show. That begins at 8…
Scientists find thousands of new species deep in the ocean that could lead to new medical treatments and Americans’ outlook on retirement falls to an 11-year low. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: business, morning business report
Beautiful beachfront views, lounging on the lawn under the shade of an oak tree, enjoying live music and friends are all things you can expect from this weekend’s Jazz in the Pass. Here to tell us more about the free event is the chair of the Jazz in the Pass Committee Joe Piernas. The Jazz in the Pass event takes…
It’s a big weekend for the shrimping industry in South Mississippi as the annual Blessing of the Fleet events begin. This year marks the 94th edition of this time-honored tradition. Tomorrow night is the Shrimp Queen Pageant where this year’s queen will officially be crowned. On Sunday at 2 p.m., decked out shrimp boats will line the Biloxi Channel behind…
Relative humidity has been rather low the past few days…and that trend will continue heading into the weekend. The current weak upper low pressure over the FL panhandle will move little over the weekend while the base of the upper trough extending from the NE over to Illinois will begin to close off into a new low pressure system will…
If you’re looking for help after a flood, fire or mold invasion, one local company can help you restore your home or business back to new! WXXV and the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce shine the May 2023 Chamber Member Spotlight on Guarantee Restoration Services in Gulfport. Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight
If you have a busy household with kids and pets you need floors that will hold up! WXXV General Manager Don Moore subbed in for Lori this week and sat down with The Floor Trader’s Vicki Rhodes to find out the latest trends in waterproof floors and how to pick the right one for you. Categories: Expert Talk
Relative humidity has been rather low the past few days…and that trend will continue heading into the weekend. The current weak upper low pressure over the FL panhandle will move little over the weekend while the base of the upper trough extending from the NE over to Illinois will begin to close off into a new low pressure system will…
Press Release Courtesy of Jack Duggan MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Danny Lynch lined a single into right-center to score Slade Wilks in the bottom of the ninth to lift No. 16 Southern Miss to a 7-6 Guardians Credit Union Sun Belt Conference Championship winners bracket victory over Troy Thursday evening at Riverwalk Stadium. The Golden Eagles (39-16) won for the 17th time…
This afternoon, the Blind Tiger in Bay St. Louis hosting a crawfish boil for the St. Stanislaus baseball team in celebration of its first South State Championship since 2015. Next week, the Rocks are going for their third state crown against Amory in the 3A state championship series. After scheduling tough and starting the year just 3-6, Stanislaus now 21-12…
The mild conditions will continue for the rest of the week as dry air works in from the northeast. An area of low pressure to our east will reinforce this as it moves along the east coast. Expect a cool start tomorrow morning and a warm afternoon. Into the holiday weekend, sunshine will be dominant and the dry pattern will…
Summerfield Senior Living in Gulfport is expanding to meet the growing demand for independent living options. Earlier today, they broke ground on the Independent Living Villas which are set to be completed later this year. Summerfield Senior Living opened its doors just two years ago in a residential area in north Gulfport. They’re already operating fully in their assisted living,…
Photography students are getting the experience of a lifetime as they learn from National Geographic photographers this week. National Geographic magazine is a world-renowned photography magazine and they’ve brought their photo camp to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Students get to learn from people like Ally Moreo, who worked for the magazine as a photo editor. “Students are primarily learning storytelling…
Mississippi Aquarium team members released 13 endangered Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles into the Mississippi Sound. Twelve of these turtles are the third wave that was released from a group that was cold-stunned and quickly flown to Mississippi in December of 2022. The 13th was brought down in 2021. Since the turtle’s arrival, animal care facilities, and veterinary teams have been…
A Biloxi hospital took time out today to remember the veterans who have sacrificed so much for our country. The Veteran Affairs Medical Center held a Memorial Day Recognition for those who served in the military and to remember who did not make it back home. Guests and veterans listened to speeches from dignitaries, ending with a special prayer for…
A new boat launch is now open and ready for use in Biloxi. A dedication was held today for the West Biloxi Boat Launch at the Lee Koplin Sun-N-Sand Park. The launch lies at the foot of Camellia Street and Highway 90. It is home to 40 parking spaces for cars and trailers and two boat launches. Tideland funds, city…
Community Action of South Mississippi held its first ever job fair today in Moss Point. Those seeking jobs were able to explore different career fields that Community Action of South Mississippi has to offer. Potential candidates came with resumes in hand and interviews were conducted on the spot. Those in attendance were able to apply for several teacher positions, caseworker,…