Harrison County fire crews battled a house fire that damaged a home on Woodland Way on Monday night. Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan said crews from CRTC and Pass Christian Fire Department assisted with the blaze, caused by a fire in the fireplace. Sullivan said crews responded to a number of calls for downed trees and power lines overnight…
Governor Tate Reeves was sworn into his second term of office this morning. News 25’s Brooke Parker is in the capitol with more. Governor Reeves has officially begun his second term in office. His inauguration started with a speech from Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann as well as the national anthem, played by the 41st Army Band. Following a 16-gun salute…
On Sunday, the New Orleans Saints didn’t control their playoff destiny, but a win against the division rival Atlanta Falcons would significantly increase their chances of not only being in the playoffs, but potentially hosting a playoff game in the Superdome. Despite all the negativity from Saints fans this year, quarterback Derek Carr made the potential final game of the…
WXXV Chief Meteorologist Rob Knight is joined by Grant Chighizola as we continue our Celebrate Cities Series in Picayune. They were both live in Picayune all morning. In this series, we will be highlighting cities all across the Gulf Coast. Rob will be back in two weeks to celebrate Pass Christian. History of Picayune Fun Facts about Picayune Paul’s Pastry…
City officials and first responders are reporting some issues this morning caused by the weather. In Biloxi, Cedar Road is closed from the Methodist church to Christian Assembly because of water over the roadway. Residents in Shoreline Park reported almost a foot of water over streets and yards in the area last night. This morning, Mississippi Department of Transportation is…
Torrential rain, high winds and thunderstorms caused flash flooding across South Mississippi. News 25’s Spencer Pullen was in Biloxi to talk to affected nearby residents. Good morning South Mississippi, currently I’m in the area of Mill Road and Champlin Street, where you can see there’s a lot of high-standing water and debris in the road. Make sure while you’re getting…
As the line of storms and cold front move through, winds will shift to a more westerly or northwesterly direction. The front will likely move into the NOLA area around midnight and across the Mississippi Gulf Coast by around 3:00 AM. Strong gusty winds and tornadoes will remain the primary concerns. Additionally, flash flooding will continue to remain possible, however,…
Former Picayune running back and Oregon Duck Dante Dowdell recently entered the transfer portal and has made his decision on where he will continue his academic and football career. Former 4-star running back, MaxPreps All-American, US Army Bowl participant and 5A Mr. Football Dante Dowdell committed to Oregon out of high school. After the Ducks season ended, Dowdell entered the…
On Sunday, former Florida State quarterback Tate Rodemaker announced he will continue his football career at the University of Southern Mississippi as a Golden Eagle. Rodemaker played in 23 games for the Seminoles through his redshirt junior season throwing for 901 passing yards, 7 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. Rodemaker was a 3-star recruit out of high school and the former…
News 25’s Spencer Pullen was at the Gulfport Fire Department with tips to stay safe in severe weather. Categories: Local News, News
The Mississippi Sound Coalition released its rebuttal to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers claim that the Bonnet-Carré Spillway only caused minor impacts to the Mississippi Sound. The organization has worked alongside researchers at Mississippi State University and the University of Southern Mississippi, whose research shows extensive damage to oysters and marine life in the Mississippi Sound. Research has shown…
In the days after George County Deputy Jeremy Malone was killed in the line of duty, the community reached out to help his family. A GoFundMe page was established to help his wife and three daughters with expenses. First Responders all over the Coast reached out to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, asking for help for the family. Today, the…
Torrential rain, high winds, and thunderstorms are expected to have an impact on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Schools, businesses, and organizations are already making plans to deal with the severe weather. News 25’s Spencer Pullen is at Mississippi Power with more. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: mississippi power, Severe Weather
On Saturday, the 12th annual Krewe of CASA Mardi Gras Gala was presented by Warren Automotive and Parker Contracting. This annual event kicks off Carnival season and attendees come from all over the Gulf South to be a part of the festivities. It was a fun night of music, dancing, food and community, as the Coast comes together to raise…
One local high school gave mothers and their sons the opportunity to make memories of a lifetime over the weekend. On Saturday, the Ocean Springs High School Freshman Student Council hosted a mother-son dance for boy from grades kindergarten through sixth grade. Mothers and their sons danced the day away while playing games and spending quality time with each other….
The good times are now rolling here on the Coast. One local church kicked off Carnival festivities over the weekend with a bonfire. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church held its annual Christmas tree bonfire on the beach in observance of Epiphany. As the smoke cleared, the first king cake of the year and coffee was passed out to guests in attendance….
We are talking with Mamie Hillery with The Arts, Hancock County about the Historic Mardi Gras Throws Exhibition. The exhibit runs from January 10th until February 10th. Gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. where you can view a brief history of Mardi Gras throws from the Historic New Orleans Collection. Categories: Community Headlines Tags:…
Elevating moisture running near record values for this time of year will fuel this afternoon/tonight’s system . A deep warm rain process will begin as the warm front begins to lift north causing storms and training ahead of the cold front to become an issue. The cold front will move rapidly through and training rain rates ahead of it may…
This year, the City of Moss Point kicked off the carnival season with a Kings Parade. In Moss Point, they set the tone for the start of carnival season here on the Coast. Mayor Billy Knight said, “First thing after Christmas is the beginning of Mardi Gras season. We’re going to be the first parade kicked off. So, we’re happy…
Our guests are Vivian Champaigne, a realtor for Coldwell Banker Alphonso Realty, and Janet Meaut with Harrison County Senior Services. They are here to tell us about a fruit giveaway for seniors and the services available for seniors. The giveaway takes place at the Woolmarket Senior Center on January 11th from 10 to 11:30 a.m. A second fruit giveaway takes…
Local runners put their skills to the test to start the new year for the annual Frosty Kroc Race by the Salvation Army Kroc Center. Runners of all ages began the race in the east parking lot of the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino. The race consisted of runners partaking in the one-mile fun-run, 5K, and 10K races. The course…
This past football season we were absolutely blown away by the determination and grit shown by the Hancock Hawks, and one major piece of that puzzle was their quarterback and our former WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, Dylan Moran. Now that he’s led the hawks to their best season since 2017, he’s headed to Montgomery, Alabama to continue doing…
This past Saturday, the Southern Miss men’s basketball team rolled out the welcome mat for the undefeated, ranked 19th James Madison University program, and this match-up was nothing short of electric. USM’s Austin Crowley had the first six points to himself, but now it’s Picayune’s very own Mo Arnold in 3 point range and he absolutely drains it giving the…
The largest U.S. radio company just filed for bankruptcy and the Consumer Electronics Show gets underway today and we can expect to see a lot of AI. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report