Calvin Ray Johnson Expo and Cookout

We’re joined this afternoon by Otis Brooks and Kenyata Payne with Equal Steps Veterans Home about a dinner and a silent auction. The cookout takes place Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Good Deeds Community Center. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Calvin Ray Johnson Expo and Cookout, Equal Steps Veterans Home

Concerts on the Causeway in Biloxi

We’re joined today by Matt Olivari, who is here to tell us all about the Concerts at the Causeway series coming on Wednesday. The concert kicks off at 6 p.m. at Causeway Park. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Concerts on the Causeway

Morning Business Report: September 12th, 2023

Disney and Charter Communications settled their dispute hours before Monday Night Football and Apple will have their big reveal today, which is expected to include a new iPhone and watch. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Poker Run to benefit CASA of Southeast Mississippi

The Ocean Springs Carnival Association and CASA of Southeast Mississippi are teaming up for a day of fun that is intended to benefit CASA. Here to tell us more are Frances Allsup of CASA and Dr. Patricia O’Kelley with the Ocean Springs Carnival Association. The Poker Run takes place Sunday at 10:45 at the Shed in Ocean Springs. For more…

9/12 – Chris’s “Spotty T-Storms” Tuesday Afternoon Forecast

An upper level trough of low pressure is currently ranging from Canada across the upper/mid-Mississippi Valley and will continue to rotate through the Ohio River Valley Wednesday. With the base of the trough generally north of Tennessee, the cold front associated with the trough will dissipate as it reaches the area. This afternoon there is a chance for isolated shower…

North Bay Elementary students thank first responders

The North Bay Elementary School Kindness Club hosted a party for first responders in remembrance of 9/11. EMTs, police, and the fire department were invited to North Bay where they were served cake, candy, and given thank you cards from the children. The kids were able to meet Bay St. Louis Police Department’s new therapy dog, see different first responder…

Multiple wrecks stall traffic on I-10

Traffic was at a standstill this morning on Interstate 10 after a series of wrecks happened in the Gulfport area. Gulfport police tell us there was a tractor-trailer truck that jack-knifed in the eastbound lanes and another that spilled oil on the interstate in the westbound lanes. The wrecks stopped traffic at Highway 49 and then police had to block…

9/12 – The Chief’s “Unsettled Weather Pattern Ahead” Tuesday Morning Forecast

An upper level trough of low pressure is currently ranging from Canada across the upper/mid-Mississippi Valley and will continue to rotate through the Ohio River Valley Wednesday. With the base of the trough generally north of Tennessee, the cold front associated with the trough will dissipate as it reaches the area. This morning there are a few showers and thunderstorms…

9/11 – Jeff’s “Becoming Unsettled” Monday Night Forecast

Cloud cover will increase overnight, particularly after midnight. Rain chances will also come into the picture after about 2 AM. Our area has 20% chances for isolated showers, more likely east of US 49 and closer to the beachfront. It will be slightly warmer, but still mild out the door for the start of Tuesday. The morning round of rain…

The Kroc Center celebrates 12 years on the Mississippi Gulf Coast

The Salvation Army Kroc Center invites you to celebrates its 12th anniversary. The Kroc Center opened its doors to the public in September 2011 with one goal: serving the families of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The center offers a variety of services including camps for children, an indoor aquatics center, fitness centers, church services, and more. To celebrate the Kroc’s…

9/11 – Jeff Vorick’s “Humidity Returning” Monday Evening Forecast

Humid conditions are gradually returning to the Mississippi Coast. Clear skies will turn partly cloudy overnight with slightly warmer overnight temperatures as compared to the last few days. There will be a 20% or so chance for isolated showers after 2 AM. It will start out mild but still fairly pleasant for your Tuesday. The morning round of rain chances…

Meggan Gray returning to WXXV with weekly special report

At the beginning of October, a familiar face is making an appearance to the News 25 Morning Show! Meggan Gray is joining the morning team with a special report every week called ‘Meggan Monday.’ She will interview exciting viewers who are making a difference in our communities. Be sure to watch Meggan Gray back at WXXV News 25. Categories: Local…

Beau Rivage in Biloxi part of MGM cyber attack

MGM Resorts, the parent company of Beau Rivage Resort and Casino, has suffered a cybersecurity breach on its systems. It is the second company on the Mississippi Coast to undergo a cyber attack in the last month. Singing River Health System discovered a breach on August 19th. According to a post on it’s ‘X’ account today, MGM said it identified…

D’Iberville Moose Lodge holds 9/11 Memorial Blood Drive

The D’Iberville Moose Lodge held their annual 9/11 Memorial Blood Drive today. Since 2002, the D’Iberville Moose Lodge has parked a blood donation truck in remembrance of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. In their first year, there was well over 100 pints donated. In 21 years, they’ve likely been able to donate nearly 1,000. Moose Lodge Vice President Cindy Shanks said,…

Visitors explore emergency vehicles at Traintastic First Responders Day

Traintastic was letting visitors get up close and personal with local first responders and their vehicles. On Saturday, firetrucks, police cars, and ambulance vehicles were on full display during Traintastic’s First Responder Day. Guests were able to learn about the different functions and features of these emergency vehicles while also getting to tour the insides of some of their favorite…

North Bay Civitan Club of D’Iberville-St. Martin collects teddy bears for kids in need

One local community service-based organization celebrated National Teddy Bear Day by having a teddy bear drive. The North Bay Civitan Club of D’Iberville-St. Martin hosted its 14th annual Bears on Patrol Drive. The nonprofit organization had the help of local high school students from D’Iberville High’s Key Club and St. Martin’s Beta Club. The community showed its support by donating…

Gulfport resident celebrates 106th birthday

Miss Cora Phillips had her celebration of 106 years with her loved ones and friends in Gulfport Sunday evening at VFW Post 4526. Her family celebrated with lots of hugs and good music. Phillips was born on September 10th, 1917 in Alabama, eventually moving to Gulfport in 1972 with her husband. Phillips raised four children and many grand children and…

Kicking for Christmas Tournament raises funds to provide gifts for residents

The competitive juices were flowing during this annual kickball tournament in Biloxi. The annual Kicking for Christmas Tournament is a fundraiser that started in 2014 after a small group of individuals in healthcare wanted to enhance the holiday season for their residents. It’s a double-elimination style tournament featuring first, second, and third place winners. The funds raised are used to…

9/11 Chris’s “Hot Afternoon” Monday Afternoon Forecast

Upper level high pressure  this afternoon is centered over the Gulf of California extending northward through the northern Rockies. Weakness extended from the Appalachians into the northern Gulf of Mexico, with another weakness from Hudson Bay into the northern Plains States. At the surface, the remnants of an old frontal boundary remained over the northern Gulf of Mexico, but losing…

Community comes out for 42nd annual Biloxi Seafood Festival

It was a day of family fun in the sun down at the Biloxi Town Green for the 42nd annual Biloxi Seafood Festival put on by the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce. The 42nd annual Biloxi Seafood Festival saw thousands of seafood lovers gathering into the Biloxi Town Green for a day of family fun and good eating. Queen of Glaucus…

Saints Report: Saints defense dominants in week one win

The New Orleans Saints let their defense do the talking in a 16-15 week one win over the Tennessee Titans, limiting opposing Quarterback Ryan Tannehill to the worst passer rating of his 11-year NFL career. WXXV News 25 Sports Director Jeff Haeger was on-hand for the season opener at the Superdome and brings us the full recap in the first…

Morning Business Report: September 11th, 2023

Taco John’s has given up its Taco Tuesday trademark after a battle with Taco Bell and now customers may benefit and Kroger and Albertsons plan to sell over 400 stores to get their merger approved. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

9/11 Memorial Blood Drive at the D’Iberville Moose Lodge

A blood drive in D’Iberville is happening today in memory of the lives lost on 9/11. The D’Iberville Moose Lodge 332 has hosted a blood drive on this day since the attacks in 2001. Today’s drive runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in partnership with the Blood Center. Donors today will get a red bean lunch and a t-shirt…