LATIMER, Miss. (WXXV) — One 10-year-old girl from Latimer is making a difference in her life and the lives of others by raising money to fight pediatric scoliosis and other rare diseases. Mia Van Sittert suffers from Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia Congenita, a rare genetic disorder that affects bones and, in her case, has caused scoliois… but she’s not letting it stop…
It’s time again to introduce another incredible woman in our WXXV Amazing Women of South Mississippi series! This month, we’re spotlighting Sarah McCaffrey. At the age of 81, she dedicates much of her life to serving others along the Gulf Coast. McCaffrey volunteers in many ways, including by visiting incarcerated women at the Harrison County Adult Detention Center and stopping…
Biloxi Chamber Director Lawanda Jones introduces us to Hope Blankenship and the team at To the Rescue Bookkeeping in this month’s “Chamber Member Spotlight.” Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight Tags: accountant, bookkeeping, Chamber Member Spotlight, chamber spotlight, hope blankenship, lawanda jones, Taxes, to the rescue, to the rescue bookkeeping
EJ and Elizabeth will be taking on new roles at WXXV starting next week, but they are leaving the morning show in good hands! Introducing our new morning anchors Chloe Carter and Spencer Pullen. Chloe and Spencer will join Chief Meteorologist Ryan Mahan beginning Monday, June 30. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: morning show, WXXV
“Whenever he told us when the tryouts were, I went straight home after to my mom, told her all about it. I got super excited, I got ready for it. I went straight to Walmart too and got a football. I was just throwing from then on, until tryouts. It’s just really exciting, I was just ready for it,” said…
Rain chances increase heading into the weekend across South Mississippi. On Friday, scattered showers and storms are possible by late morning and into the afternoon as the sea breeze kicks up. Some spots could see a quick downpour with up to a half inch of rain. Otherwise, clouds will continue to move in with highs topping out around 90°. A…
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is now accepting proposals for projects that could receive GOMESA funds. All proposals must be submitted to the agency by Tuesday, September 30. Proposals are restricted to projects in Hancock, Harrison, or Jackson counties. Criteria include coastal protection, conservation, restoration, and much more. If you’ve previously submitted an idea, those are still in the…
Mississippi Gulf Coast (WXXV)- Singing River Health System has been recognized among the top performing hospitals for heart attack treatment. Those hospitals taking home the honor include Ocean Springs, Pascagoula and Singing River Gulfport. Singing River is also one of the only 323 hospitals nationwide, also the only health system on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, to receive the platinum recognition….
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is issuing an alert on salvinia on the Pascagoula River. Salvinia is an invasive plant that is now covering areas of the river that were previously clear, this coming as winds move the plant into the sound. Marine resources teams have been treating a large amount of the plants and completed…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The State of Mississippi is now ranked 16th nationally in education. We were 48th back in 2014. Mississippi is up significantly in several key categories. Gulfport School District Superintendent Glen East joins us in the studio with more. Categories: Featured, Mississippi State News, News Tags: education
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann was back on the Coast Thursday morning to talk about South Mississippi business priorities over the course of the next year. Hosemann spoke to members of the Gulf Coast Business Council at their monthly meeting, specifically about how the state legislature can help grow business on the Coast even further through new legislation…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – Located in Gulfport, Hippie Fish is a brand-new entertainment spot with two 18-hole mini golf courses, a two-story arcade, and a full kitchen and bar. This hangout spot is fun for the whole family with activities for all ages. Hippie Fish is part of Centennial Plaza Resort and is open to both hotel guests and the…
Lucedale, Miss. (WXXV)- In George County, one small group is taking on big needs. Ranging from food, clothing, literacy and life skills. Annie Williams lives at Pecan Chateau with her daughter and grandchildren — and says finding support is always easy. “Doing things for the kids, you know? That’s a good thing. We don’t have a lot of people in…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Woolmarket Library had some special visitors Wednesday afternoon. Biloxi police officers stopped by to take part in the summer reading program. Officers chose what book they wanted to read, afterwards talking about what it is like being a police officer. The fun didn’t end after story time. Children were able to participate in an arts and…
Mississippi Gulf Coast (WXXV)- The Biloxi Breakers Hockey Franchise is now live with a new segment titled Breaker Banter. In this inaugural episode, fans can get to know the new head coach Charlie Pens Jr. Coach Pens talks about his journey to Biloxi and his vision for the Breakers. He also focuses on what fans can look forward to this…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Wednesday night, Memorial Health Services introduced a new class of resident physicians at their white coat ceremony. This event was held on the 15th floor of the Hancock Whitney Building in Downtown Gulfport. Those in attendance got to enjoy food and drinks with the beautiful back drop of Gulfport’s beach. This ceremony marked the point that these…
Kaila Moran Griffith with Mississippi Power joins us in studio. She’s here to share tips and resources to create better energy habits and save money on your energy bill in the process. The company offers rebates, online resources and energy saving tips that can help customers better manage their energy and increase their home’s efficiency. Online free tools like My Power…
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GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – In 2022, Governor Tate Reeves signed the Pregnancy Resource Act, which allows businesses to receive tax credits for contributions to pregnancy resource charitable organizations. For those interested in learning more about the Pregnancy Resource Act, visit friendsofwrcgulfport.org or start the application at www.dor.ms.gov/credits/PRCO Categories: Local News, News
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — A Gulf Coast U.S. Air Force veteran is driving into a brighter future after receiving a restored SUV through a national car donation program aimed at helping those in need. Alicia Robinson, a single mother and veteran who served as an Airman First Class, was gifted a 2015 Chevrolet Traverse through the NABC Recycled Rides program —…
Joining us in studio are Maurice Singleton and Chris Roth. They’re here to talk about the annual St. Rose de Lima Catholic Church Blues and Barbecue Festival this weekend. The festival kicks off Friday, June 27 at 5 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m. at 1923 Depot Way, Bay St. Louis. On Saturday, the festival continues Saturday from 11 a.m….
Hot and mostly sunny conditions continue across South Mississippi and the eastern half of the US. A few isolated showers and storms are possible this evening and again overnight, but most spots will stay dry. Highs on Thursday will climb into the low to mid-90s, with heat index values topping 105° at times. Scattered showers and thunderstorms become more likely…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is hosting a turtle release Friday. They will be releasing two turtles back in the Mississippi Sound at 3:30 on the beach across the street from the Edgewater Mall. Categories: Local News, News Tags: institute for marine mammal studies
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Army Corps of Engineers announces maintenance dredging operations are planned for Pascagoula Harbor at the Horn Island Pass. Operations are expected to start on or around June 28. The dredge will pump material into a placement site west of the channel along West Petit Bois Island. Those activities are expected to last for one month. Mariners…