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…

9/11 – The Chief’s “Hot & Humid Flow Returns” Monday Morning Forecast

Upper level high pressure is currently entered 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 definition pretty…

9/10 – Chris’s “Above Average” Sunday Night Forecast

Not really a whole lot going on in the short-term side of things. We look to remain in northerly flow aloft as a trough of low pressure over the mid Atlantic exits off of the east coast while the high pressure stays parked over the desert southwest. That northerly flow aloft is promoting some dry mid-level air to be situated…

A check-in with Gulfport athletics before their big Friday night test

It’s week three of Friday night lights for our Gulf Coast teams, and many programs are pleased with their performances so far. Gulfport high school has started off the season undefeated, 2-0, and they did not let another team score against them until their sixth quarter this year. Along with the Admiral’s success this season, their athletic department is on…

Ocean Springs erases 17-point deficit in 27-24 comeback win at NWR

FLOWOOD, Miss. (WXXV) — Ocean Springs comes away with a monster comeback win on the road at Northwest Rankin in Week 3, erasing a 17-point deficit to come away with a 27-24 victory. Watch the HIGHLIGHTS in the video above courtesy of WJTV and Scorebook Live Sports Writer Tyler Cleveland. Categories: Friday Night Showcase, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Friday Night…

Moss Point edges St. Stanislaus, 22-20 on homecoming

MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV) — The Tigers record the first win of the John Feaster era with a hard-fought 22-20 homecoming win over previously undefeated St. Stanislaus. Watch the HIGHLIGHTS in the video above courtesy of WXXV News25 Sports Reporter Austin Lindsey! Categories: Friday Night Showcase, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Friday Night Showcase, high school football, moss point, Rock-a-Chaws, ssc,…

Pascagoula erases 21-point deficit in 28-27 Singing River Classic victory over Gautier

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — After winning 10 straight Singing River Classic match-ups against Gautier, before dropping the next three to the Gators, the Panthers got back in the win column against their rivals in Week 3 with a 28-27 comeback win. Watch the HIGHLIGHTS in the video above courtesy of WXXV News25 Sports Reporter Austin Lindsey! Categories: Friday Night Showcase,…

Picayune dominant in 42-7 bounce back win at D’Iberville

D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV) — After having its 27-game winning streak snapped by Catholic-B.R. in Week 2, Picayune bounced back in a big way in Week 3 with a 42-7 road win at D’Iberville. Watch the HIGHLIGHTS in the video above courtesy of WXXV News25 Sports Director Jeff Haeger! Categories: Friday Night Showcase, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Chris Davis, d’iberville, Friday…

Tunnel to Towers 5K run and Climb happening tomorrow

The Tunnel to Towers Foundation 5K Run and Climb will be happening tomorrow at 5 PM at Margaritaville in Biloxi. It isn’t too late to register for the event, registration ends tomorrow at 8 PM Adult registration is $40 for those who want to run and climb. Registration is only $30 for those who only want to do the run…

9/8 – Jeff’s “Sunny & Less Humid” Weekend Forecast

Clouds will clear out overnight and a milder airmass behind a cold front will slowly work in. Temperatures will be quite pleasant out the door to begin your weekend. Many spots will see temperatures in the 60s! Much less in the way of humidity will be around for Saturday through Monday. Lots of sunshine will be around with only a…

MDMR hosting calendar photo contest

The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is hosting a photo contest and the winners will be used in the agency’s 2024 calendar. The deadline to submit entries is Friday, October 27th. Submitted photos should depict an aspect of the marine resources available on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, including recreational and commercial fishing, coastal preserves, marine plant and animal life, marsh…

14th annual Teddy Bears on Patrol

North Bay Civitan Club of D’Iberville and St. Martin is hosting the 14th annual Teddy Bears on Patrol Drive-Thru. It’s happening at the intersection behind Newk’s and AT&T at the D’Iberville Promenade Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. New or gently used teddy bears can be used by first responders during incidents where youth might be involved. Each teddy…

Select Harrison County schools participating in USDA Fresh Fruit and Veggies Program

The Harrison County School District is continuing its initiative to promote healthy eating across its schools. As of now, 18 schools in the Harrison County School District are participating in the USDA’s Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Program. This means students will be receiving a free, nutritious snack every day when they come to school. The program teaches the youth healthy…

9/8 Chris’s “Sunny and Hot” Friday Afternoon Forecast

This afternoon an area of high pressure is located over New Mexico, with a trough from the eastern Great Lakes to Georgia. The remnants of the line of thunderstorms that dove southward through our area last evening have moved offshore into the western Gulf of Mexico. At the surface, the cold front  that has been to our north appears to…

Morning Business Report: September 8th, 2023

Walmart cuts the starting pay for some new hires and health-insurance costs are taking the biggest jumps in years. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

32nd annual Blues and Heritage Festival

We’re joined by Alvin Brown with the Mississippi Gulf Coast Blues Commission. He’s here to tell us all about the upcoming Blues and Heritage Festival at the Jackson County Fairgrounds. The festival takes place Saturday, September 9th, 2023 starting at 2 p.m. Tickets are $35 at the door. For more information visit msgulfcoastblues.com. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Blues and Heritage…

Amtrak service on Coast expected to start in 2024

Amtrak service from New Orleans to Mobile, with stops on the Mississippi Coast, is expected to begin in 2024. While there is no specific date as yet, Amtrak updated the Southern Rail Commission during its meeting Friday morning in Point Clear, Alabama. During the update, Amtrak project manager Ben Dodson said there are a few items that need to be…