Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith today paid tribute to Mississippi native and legendary musician Jimmy Buffett, who died September 1st. Hyde-Smith delivered the tribute in a Senate floor speech: “Buffett, a Pascagoula native who grew up in Mobile, made his name playing and singing about the places he knew best: the Mississippi Coast, the Alabama Coast, and the Florida Coast.” Hyde-Smith said…
Buc-ee’s representatives broke ground today alongside Mississippi legislators. In roughly 16 months, Mississippi’s first Buc-ee’s will be where this dirt patch off Menge and I-10 is now. With it, nearly 200 jobs at $18 an hour and massive tourism. We talked to the original Beaver himself about what Buc-ee’s is bringing to Harrison County. Buc-ee’s President Beaver Alpin said, “So,…
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
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
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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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