A quiet evening with increasing clouds will give way to chances of showers overnight before dawn. The main batch of activity arrives as early as mid-morning or so tomorrow ahead of the cold front. Rain could be heavy at times with a few embedded thunderstorms possible. This weekend will still feature gloomy and unsettled times. That being said, there will…
400 students from across the Mississippi Gulf Coast were able to spend a day at the University of Southern Mississippi’s Gulf Park campus. These students were able to talk with people in different career paths that USM offers. Ocean engineering, teaching, and language studies are just a few of the schools highlighted. The goal is to showcase career paths the…
Our friend Francisco Gonzales from the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum is here this afternoon to tell us about some events involving the museum. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum
Before they enter the MMA cage, Roy Nelson and Alan Belcher stopped by WXXV Studio to talk about this weekend’s Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA Fights at the Coast Coliseum. The fights start at 8 p.m. Friday at the Coast Coliseum. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA Fights
Expect a mix of clouds and sunshine this afternoon with warm temperatures continuing in the area. Winds will remain breezy especially along and south of the interstate. Rain chances remain at bay until tonight. The first round of a few showers will be present during the pre-dawn hours. Ahead of the cold front, a batch of showers and even a…
It’s going to be a busy day in Bay St. Louis this weekend when the city celebrates Stennis Day in the Bay. Here to tell us all about it is Anne Pitre with the Hancock County Chamber. Stennis Day in the Bay kicks off at 12 p.m. at 152 Main Street. At 3 p.m., they will have a Fred Haise…
The St. Patrick Boys Cross Country team showed up and showed out at their recent state meet. The Fighting Irish brought home the State Championship hardwear for Class 3A.. This is their sixth State Championship in the last seven years. The team was led by All-State selections gold medalist Jack Hewes, silver medalist Joseph Ross, bronze medalist Tristan Davis,…
Airline complains nearly doubled from a year ago and a new weight loss drug is about to hit the market. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Some of our local Junior College athletes and a pair of Coast alums are taking their talents to the next step as they move on up to the Division I level. The Pearl River Community College baseball team had five players signing their letters of intent to continue their careers on the diamond. Outfielder Bryce Folwer signed with…
Hancock County hosted the second annual Taste of Hancock County fundraiser in Bay St. Louis. Attendees enjoyed a variety of southern dishes from shrimp and grits to crawfish Monica, jambalaya, bread pudding, and more. Rachel Knight, director of Hancock County Tourism, says the goal was to raise money for community events in Hancock County. In other words, it’s a fun…
Friends, family, teammates, and coaches all gathered around to watch St. Patrick’s Senior standout and our former WXXV Student Athlete of the week Brookyln Mitchell sign her letter of intent. The three-sport athlete will be extending her softball career as a Bulldog, signing with Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. While sporting the title of captain, last season Mitchell…
JROTC cadets at West Harrison High School performed an annual Veteran’s Day ceremony Wednesday. News 25 spoke to three bright young students who have been promoted for leadership in the school’s junior military training program. Each of them had a special function in the ceremony, from teaching the history of Veteran’s Day to blessing the ceremony with prayer, and more….
It was National Signing Day for every sport outside of football and basketball, and the Gulfport admiral athletic program definitely got the memo. We’re kicking things off with the blue and orange as The Herb was filled with proud teammates, coaches, and fans. Seven Gulfport admirals officially put pen to paper to further their academic and athletic careers. …
Dense fog has developed again across portions of the area this morning. Smoke from the wildfire in New Orleans East could reduce visibility to less than 100 feet across small portions of the area. Dense fog potential is much more uncertain tonight as increasing cloud cover and precipitation ahead of the cold front could make it more difficult for smoke…
High pressure continues to sit to the east of Mississippi, allowing for gradual moisture return and dew point temperatures that increased statewide. A broad surface trough of low pressure moving through the Midwest has slightly tightened the pressure gradient, which is why our daytime wind speeds increased to 15-20 mph but they are already decreasing as the trough quickly departs…
A pleasant evening will give way to a mild one overnight. Due to humidity continuing to increase and the mild temperatures, more dense fog will be likely overnight. Be sure to be careful with your morning commute Thursday. Tomorrow will bring more cloud cover but rain chances will hold off until the overnight hours. It will still be quite warm…
A pickleball court has just opened in Biloxi under the I-110 bridge, but it’s not the only recreational activity coming to the area. Where Howard Avenue meets Hopkins Boulevard comes “HowHop”, an area that will soon host a load of recreational activities like basketball, kayaking, and skateboarding. Pickleball is the first activity to be added, disc golf is next, and…
Nothing should stop a child from getting outside and enjoying the day, especially the cold. That’s why ‘Let’s Go! Gulf Coast’ is partnering with Molina Healthcare to provide all children in head start programs in Jackson County with a winter coat. ‘Let’s Go! Gulf Coast’ promotes healthy eating and active living, but not everyone owns a heavy coat, especially in…
Joining us today are Doc Christmas and Red McWilliams of the Highlands and Islands Association of Celtic Gatherings, Incorporated. The Celtic Heritage and Music Festival takes place Saturday, November 11th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, November 12th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are available at the game and they cost $10 for adults and senior…
A few clouds to partly cloudy skies can be expected this afternoon with warm temperatures yet again. Winds remain out of the south which will keep humidity around. A pleasant evening will give way to a mild overnight. Dense fog will be primed to set up again for your Thursday morning. Be sure to take your time if you have…
Walmart stores will make it easier for people with PTSD and ADHD to shop in the mornings and Americans notched the biggest annual increase in credit card debt on record last quarter. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Joining us this morning is Kyle Tootle to tell us about this weekend’s Parade of Homes presented by the Home Builders of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: parade of homes
Every other Wednesday morning we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us is Katie King to tell us about this week’s Pet of the Week, George! Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: pet of the week
In one of the more high-profile races on the Coast, Tiffany Lee Cowman has been elected as Hancock County’s newest chancery clerk. Cowman won more than 80 percent of the vote last night against Democratic challenger Henry Ward. With the win, Cowman will become the second woman ever to hold the chancery clerk’s office in Hancock County history. News 25…