Morning Business Report: July 7, 2025
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Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo wraps up
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Another Mississippi Gulf Coast tradition wrapped up on Sunday in Gulfport. We’re talking about the 77th edition of the Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo. Since Thursday, teams have been coming and going between the waters of the Mississippi Sound and Gulfport Harbor to bring in their big catches. Barksdale Pavilion has also seen a flurry of activity…
07/07 Ryan’s “Showers Return” Monday Morning Forecast
The showers return after a drier weekend, but still mostly just in the afternoons.
I’m saying showers “return” later today throughout the forecast, but the truth is they didn’t really leave us in the first place…just thinned noticeably! It barely rained anywhere Thursday or Friday, but there were at least a couple of showers and thunderstorms Saturday and Sunday. Today will end up wetter, but not by much as we’re really just returning to…
Crowds gather for 96th Blessing of the Fleet
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The 96th Blessing of the Fleet celebration, one of Biloxi’s oldest cultural traditions, hit the water Sunday. The Blessing of the Fleet began Sunday with the ceremonial dropping of the wreath in the Biloxi Channel while this year’s Shrimp King Brian Gollott and Shrimp Queen Kovacevich greeted shrimpers passing by on their boats in the channel. Boaters…
Wild Wonders – Water Filtration
In this week’s “Wild Wonders” segment Chief Meteorologist Ryan Mahan is with Alex Forts, Life Supply and Water Quality Manager at the MS Aquarium for a behind-the-scenes look at how they keep the water clean and healthy for the many different aquatic animals and plants. Categories: Wild Wonders Tags: alex forts, Aquarium, coral, Mississippi Aquarium, MS Aquarium, Ryan Mahan, water…
Veterinarian clinic opening in State Line this fall
State Line, Miss. (WXXV)- In State Line, a rural town without a vet clinic or shelter, pet owners and cattle producers have long relied on home remedies in emergencies. Now, one woman is stepping in. Dr. Veronica List plans to open her clinic this fall, but an exact date has not yet been set. Cadence Renfro with the Roy Howard…
Biloxi’s First Friday coincides with Fourth of July
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- First Friday and Independence Day coincided in Biloxi, a firework show ending the night. Biloxi Main Street’s monthly event turned into a celebration of all things red, white and blue. Attendees brought their lawn chairs and their canopies to listen to live music, indulge in local food truck offerings and check in with local vendors. Those acts…
7/4 – Sam’s “Warmer and Mostly Dry” Friday Evening Forecast
Skies will stay mostly clear tonight across South Mississippi and nearby coastal areas, with lows dipping into the mid-70s and calm winds. On Saturday, expect increasing clouds through the day with highs in the low 90s. A few isolated storms could pop up during the afternoon, especially after 2 p.m. Winds will shift from the north to the south later…
Maroon Tide football duo commits to two different SEC Teams!
The fireworks came early at Friendship Park as two Picayune standouts announced their college commitments. The recruitment journey has been an intense one for four-star edge Nolan Wilson and three-star offensive lineman Mitchell Smith and they’re ready to make things official. Starting us off is the State Champion. Mitchell Smith has made his commitment to Vanderbilt University! “It felt like…
UFL Championship Head Coach Shannon Harris returns to his roots at Stone High School
A homecoming took place Wednesday morning at Stone High School where a local legend walked the halls reflecting on where his football journey began. From a tri-sport Tomcat athlete to now a UFL champion as the interim head coach, get to know Stone High’s very own Shannon Harris! “This has kind of been the foundation of where it all started…
Stigma on sexual health talks can cause delay in care
Hattiesburg, Miss. (WXXV)- Conversations about sexual health can be uncomfortable. For many, that discomfort leads to delayed care. One Mississippi resident, who asked not to be identified due to stigma and safety concerns, says those barriers have shaped his experience seeking HIV prevention. Sami Jordan with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center reports. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Care, delayed,…
Magnolia Tribune’s Frank Corder speaks to Dave Elliott on names expected for the 2027 governor’s race
Jackson, Miss. (WXXV)- The 2027 state elections are on the distant horizon. With Governor Tate Reeves term limited, some big names are already jockeying for the position. The next race for governor will be one to watch. Dave Elliott speaks to Magnolia Tribune’s Frank Corder about what we can expect to see. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: 2027 state…
OLG Crab Fest hosting Day Two
Bay St. Louis, Miss. (WXXV)- Lots of events happening this week to mark Independence Day in Mississippi, including Day Two of an annual festival in Bay St. Louis. Music acts have been taking the stage on the grounds of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church for the 41st edition of the crab fest. Families soaking in the beautiful weather…
Grant Chighizola is LIVE at Biloxi’s First Friday Block Party
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi is hosting their First Friday Block Party, coinciding with Independence Day. WXXV News 25’s Grant Chighizola is LIVE in Biloxi, soaking in all the fun. Categories: Local News, News Tags: biloxi, City of Biloxi, First Friday, First Friday Block Party, independence day
“Brain Drain” affecting Mississippi’s economy and workforce
Mississippi (WXXV)- Mississippi is losing many of its brightest young adults. They are chasing higher pay, better job prospects and opportunities they say they can’t find at home. It’s a long-running trend known as the “brain drain,” it’s taking a toll on the state’s economy and workforce. Morgan Gill with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center spoke with two students…
Mississippi Highway Patrol’s Landon Orozco shares travel tips for the July 4th weekend
Mississippi (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol’s Landon Orozco joins Marco Bitonel to discuss travel tips ahead of the July 4th weekend. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Fourth of July, july 4, July 4th weekend, mississippi highway patrol, travel
Governor Tate Reeves launches initiative for America’s 250th birthday
Jackson, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi is launching a state-wide initiative to commemorate the United States of America’s 250th birthday. The director of “Visit Mississippi” says the state’s America 250 Commission will highlight the state’s vital role in America’s history. Governor Tate Reeves believes it will show the people, places and stories that make the Magnolia State special. The Two Mississippi Museums…
3rd Street Sidewalk Project begins in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) — A project that has been months in the making is beginning in Long Beach The 3rd Street Sidewalk Project will connect Jeff Davis Avenue to USM Gulf Park by constructing new sidewalks and filling gaps between existing sidewalks. This project was approved by the Long Beach Board of Aldermen back in April and is funded…
Morning Business Report: July 4, 2025
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77th annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo begins
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The 77th annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo kicked off on Thursday at Jones Park in Gulfport. The event attracts anglers from all over, all looking to reel in the biggest fish and claim coveted prizes. A variety of both saltwater and freshwater fish are weighed and left out for spectators to see, including sharks, stingrays…
7/3 – Sam’s “Warmer and Drier” Thursday Evening Forecast
It has been a hot and dry day across South Mississippi as we get ready for another hot day on the 4th of July. Expect overnight temperatures in the low to mid 70s with a light wind, generally from the north, which will help our very humid dew points drop into the upper 60s by the morning. This light wind…
Elizabeth Keen is LIVE for the first day of the Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is happening right now at Jones Park. The area is featuring lots of fun for the whole family. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen is live at Jones Park, bringing us all the action. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Gulfport, jones park, mississippi deep sea fishing rodeo
Multiple rounds fired into Waveland apartment; three infants inside
Waveland, Miss. (WXXV)- It was around 9:30 on Wednesday night when multiple rounds were fired into an apartment unit in Waveland. Seven people were inside, including three infants. No injuries were reported. Video footage taken from a nearby camera shows two suspects arrive at The Ridge apartments. They can be see knocking multiple times on the door of an apartment…
Knox Ross joins Dave Elliott to discuss Amtrak services on the coast
South Mississippi (WXXV)- Amtrak is ready to roll. After millions of dollars being invested and several delays, tickets are now available for the twice-daily Amtrak Mardi Gras Service starting August 18th. That runs between Mobile and New Orleans with 4 stops on the Mississippi Coast. The Amtrak Mardi Gras Service will offer morning and evening departures from both cities. Knox…