Waste Pro is looking to add to their workforce

Waste Pro in Gulfport held a hiring event on Saturday, looking to add more employees to their workforce. During the event, Waste Pro was hiring for all positions, including the drivers, helpers, and mechanics for the Gautier and Gulfport divisions. Candidates had the opportunity to interact directly with company representatives, learn more about the available positions, and even participate in…

Mississippi Aquarium holds beach clean up

The Mississippi Aquarium kicked off its Changing Tides Festival with a beach clean-up at Jones Park over the weekend. The clean up is in celebration of the Mississippi Aquarium’s newest expansion which features a kelp forest, tropical jungle, and warm water ocean habitats. The Mississippi Coastal Cleanup Program provided volunteers with grabbers, garbage bags, gloves to aid in the cleaning…

Morning Business Report: August 28th, 2023

Pumpkin Spice scented trash bags are back and UAW members approved possible strikes at GM, Ford, and Stellantis. Jane King is at the NASDAQ with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

End of Summer BBQ Cook-Off Fundraiser

We’re looking ahead to an event coming to Ocean Springs that is sure to make barbecue lovers excited. Joining us this morning are Theresa Ahmann and Roy McKenzie to tell us about the Ocean Springs Barbecue Competition and End of Summer Festival. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: End of Summer BBQ Cook-Off Fundraiser

Large woods fire New Hope Road in Stone County

Firefighters spent much of the afternoon Sunday responding to a large woods fire near Wiggins. Wiggins Fire Chief Steven Purvis says the initial fire broke out at 11:45 a.m. near New Hope Road on the opposite side of Camp Road and the second fire happened around 12:45 p.m. Those living near the fires were asked to evacuate for a time….

Wanted for aggravated assault in Pearl River County

Picayune police officers and Pearl River County Sheriff’s Deputies are searching for a man accused of aggravated assault. Just before 10 Saturday night, Picayune police officers responded to a call at Sun Roamers RV Park. Police say a person was shot multiple times. The suspect has been identified as Christian Zelaya. With the help of the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department…

8/27 – Chris’s “Much Needed Rain” Sunday Night Forecast

Folks it actually rained today  some even saw 1-2 inches in the severe thunderstorm. This trend will continue this week to hopefully combat the severe drought across the area.There is a stalled out front to the the north of the area which is gonna play a factor in our afternoon showers and thunderstorms.On Monday we are still however dealing with…

Picayune makes early statement in 28-21 win at Brandon

BRANDON, Miss. (WJTV) — Picayune drew first blood against Brandon in its first game since winning back-to-back 5A state championships, and the now 6A Maroon Tide left victorious with a 28-21 triumph over the 7A Bulldogs. Watch the HIGHLIGHTS courtesy of WJTV Sports Director Blake Levine in the video above! Categories: Friday Night Showcase, Local Sports, Sports Tags: brandon, bulldogs,…

Vancleave cruises in emotional season opener with 42-7 win over St. Martin

VANCLEAVE, Miss. (WXXV) — The Bulldogs were playing for their fallen former teammate Justin Bean, and they honored him in style with a 42-7 home win over St. Martin in Week 1. Watch the HIGHLIGHTS courtesy of WXXV News25 Sports Director Jeff Haeger in the video above! Categories: Friday Night Showcase, Local Sports, Sports Tags: bulldogs, Friday Night Showcase, high…

Gulfport shows out in 42-0 Port City Bowl win over Gautier

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – The Port City Bowl kicks off the season for the Gulfport Admirals and the Gautier Gators and Milner Stadium. The Admirals had a dominating first game over the Gators winning with a final score of 42-0. Watch HIGHLIGHTS courtesy of WXXV News25  Sports Reporter Ansley Brent in the video above! Categories: Friday Night Showcase, Local Sports,…

Keesler AFB hosts service dog retirement ceremony

Keesler Air Force Base honored one of its oldest military working dogs with a retirement ceremony. Gamma is calling it quits after completing six years of active duty. He is a part of the 81st Security Forces Squadron and was on-call from Niger, New York City, and everywhere in between. The MWD has completed three deployments and multiple missions supporting…

8/25 – Chris’s “PATTERN CHANGE” Friday Evening Forecast

If you’re like me and very tired of this ongoing never ending oppressive heat tuned to the end of this article you will love what I have to say. This evening there is  a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms with temperatures in upper 80s low 90s for Friday night football. As for the weekend is going to be…

Jurassic Quest returns to the Coast Coliseum

If you’ve ever wanted to see a dinosaur up close, the Coliseum has an event for you this weekend. Jurassic Quest is back and better than ever. This is the largest interactive dino exhibit in North America. The interactive activities include ridable dinosaurs, live dinosaur shows, and fossil digs. Dino Trainer Brianna says the event is an educational experience. “Yes,…

Prisons going through hot temperatures without air conditioning

Many prisons across the state are without air conditioning this summer and the heat index is reaching as high as 115 on some days. In Mississippi, a study found that prisons were reaching a temperature of 145 degrees. In April, Mississippi Corrections Commissioner Burl Cain said all correctional facilities would be receiving AC, but that could take up to a…

Chamber Spotlight – Workwise, LLC

Workplace Solutions for Small Businesses

This month WXXV and the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce spotlight a local business in Waveland, MS that exists to help other small business owners. We caught up with the president of Workwise, LLC, Samantha Walley to find out about the wide range of services they offer to small and large businesses and why community matters most. Categories: Chamber…

Feeding the Gulf Coast up for a Community Choice Award

It’s time to vote! Feeding the Gulf Coast has been nominated as one of the top charities in the country for a community choice award. The nomination is from Charity Navigator, a top nonprofit evaluator, as a result of Feeding the Gulf Coast’s outstanding achievements. Feeding the Gulf Coast has earned a four-star rating for its work as well as…