Some thin, upper-level clouds move in this afternoon. Outside of that, sunshine does dominate and expect cool conditions. It will be breezy if not windy at times. Winds don’t totally back off overnight so temperatures in the mid-to-upper 30s will feel several degrees colder. Winds gradually ease through the day Tuesday. Tomorrow will also feature the most sunshine of this…
The country music vocal group Chapel Hart also stopped in Pass Christian over the weekend for a meet and greet with long time fans. The dynamic trio stopped at the pavilion in Downtown Pass Christian as the group signed autographs and gave out tons of hugs. The stop for Chapel Hart is one that holds key significance to the group….
A lot of holiday shopping was done over the weekend as Small Business Saturday put a spotlight on local businesses across the Coast. In Downtown Pass Christian, it’s all about shopping small to boost the local economy after the Thanksgiving holiday. Mimi Parker Thomas of Parker’s Jewelry and Gifts has been in the Pass for 30 years. She says she’s…
Friends and Family gathered Saturday to honor the life of one notable Pass Christian resident. Gerald Pavolini, known as Poppa Gerald to many, died a week ago at the age of 67. A celebration of his life was held at the Whiskey Bar where friends reminisced about his big smile and his penchant for riding his golf cart around town….
This past Saturday, the Golden Eagles hosted the highly competitive Troy Trojan program. Southern Miss lost their final game of the season 17 to 35. Troy will go on to play Appalachian State in the Sunbelt championship this Saturday. The Golden Eales have ended their season with an overall record of 3 and 9. Frank Gore Jr. rushes for his…
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce has teamed up with WXXV to spotlight one outstanding local chamber member each month. This month, we visited Gulf Coast Buildings on Pass Road in Gulfport. It’s a women-owned business that has just opened a branch on the Coast. From sheds to chicken coops and greenhouses to playhouses, with free delivery and set…
Mississippi State has hired the 36th coach in program history. Sunday afternoon, director of athletics Zac Selmon announced Jeff Lebby as the new skipper of the Bulldogs. Lebby was most recently the offensive coordinator for Oklahoma, whose offense was one of only three in the country to rank inside the top six nationally in total offense, scoring offense, and passing…
Yesterday was likely the busiest travel day in U.S. history and holiday shoppers are seeking out the best deals and the deepest discounts on this Cyber Monday. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Santa sure is busy now that the countdown to Christmas is really on, but he’s taking some time to dine with the wonderful kids and parents of the Gulf Coast this upcoming weekend. Here to tell us all about the Breakfast with Santa event at the Kroc Center is Danielle Emery. The breakfast takes place Saturday, December 2nd at 8…
It is a much colder start this morning with temperatures in the 40s and breezy northerly winds behind a cold front. Expect sunshine to dominate early but temperatures will struggle to warm up through the day. Some thin upper-level clouds move in later on and winds will remain elevated through the day. It will be very cold the next two…
The Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival isn’t the only place you can catch a holiday light display. Here are a few of the light shows going on this season. If you’d like to be added to the list, please email us at news@wxxv25.com with all of the details! The Hattula Family Light Show, 6917 Southwind Drive in Biloxi began at…
Not only is it Black Friday, but it’s also Shop Small Saturday this weekend. News 25’s Brooke Parker headed to Dad’s Super Pawn to see what kind of deals he’s got going on. it’s no secret that some people run to large retailers on Black Friday, but local businesses have deals too. Dad’s Super Pawn has 20% off almost everything…
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With the Christmas season here, MDOT wants to make sure everyone makes it home with their tree. MDOT says this can be done by properly securing it to your vehicle and taking extra precaution. MDOT’s Executive Director Brad White says any tree not properly secured can put the safety of you and any other driver at risk. Trees that fall…
A reminder that Bay St. Louis will hold its annual Christmas in the Bay Parade at 5:30 tomorrow evening. The parade will go from Main Street on to Beach Boulevard and up Court Street to Second Street. The parade will end on Union Street at the Historic Train Depot for the lighting of the Christmas tree. Categories: Local News, News…
On this special segment of WXXV’s Student Athlete of the Week, we’re highlighting an inspiring story of a young man who came into this life quite early, but despite the many health struggles that came his way, he’s now thriving on a football field. Get to know our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, KeJuan Washington! “His nickname is scrappy,”…
The 10th annual Santa Wears a Badge program is under way in Jackson County. The program is funded by donations only and is sponsored by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department to provide Christmas gifts to children who might otherwise not have presents to open on Christmas Day. Anyone who would like to donate or have a box placed at your…
Some opportunities for sunshine return this afternoon and rain chances are out of the equation. Expect cool conditions and a light breeze out of the northeast. Clouds clear out tonight and Saturday will provide for more opportunities for sunshine. Upper-level clouds begin to stream in by tomorrow afternoon ahead of an area of low pressure that will be in our…
Cloud cover remains dominant for a lot of Black Friday with a cool and somewhat unsettled pattern around. There will be a 20% chance of sprinkles this morning before some peeks of sunshine return this afternoon. Temperatures will struggle to warm into the 60s. More sunshine can be expected Saturday with only upper-level clouds streaming in for the second half…
Runners turned out for a quick run before the feasting began today for the 4th Annual Otter Trotter 5K and fun run at the Mississippi Aquarium. The runners took off at 8:15 this morning and after a quick run around Gulfport, were able to visit the Aquarium as part of their entry fee. The Aquarium was open from 10 A-M…
Bay St. Louis hosted its 12th Annual Turkey Trot 5K this morning in the Old Depot District Area. With around 560 participants, this is the largest Turkey Trot the city has ever seen! Donations of pet necessities and money was raised for Friends of the Animal Shelter in Hancock County as well! There were new additions for the pre- and…
Harbor Lights is starting Friday! As you drive down Highway 90, you’ll be able to see all the wonderful lights in Jones Park. If you’re planning to visit the park for the lights, things are being done a little different this year. The City of Gulfport will have discount days Monday through Wednesday, so you’ll have multiple opportunities if you’re…
n Wednesday Night: Dewpoints are one of reasons the Mississippi Gulf Coast will be chilly tonight. Overnight lows will be a good bit cooler than Tuesday night. Dewpoints dropped into the upper 30s to lower 40s for most of the area. Another aspect of tonights cooler temperatures are the winds. Winds on the Gulf Coast look like they’ll collapse. In…
During today’s Sea Wolves game, one special kid was able to drop the puck! Brodie Lahaie is five and goes to school at Sacred Heart Elementary in D’Iberville. At just three months old, Brodie had to go to the Shriners Hospital in Philadelphia. The reason was for Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita. A person with this condition would have limited movement and…