Junior Auxiliary of George County offers help to the community

Lucedale, Miss. (WXXV)- In George County, one small group is taking on big needs. Ranging from food, clothing, literacy and life skills. Annie Williams lives at Pecan Chateau with her daughter and grandchildren — and says finding support is always easy. “Doing things for the kids, you know? That’s a good thing. We don’t have a lot of people in…

Biloxi police officers read to children at summer reading program

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Woolmarket Library had some special visitors Wednesday afternoon. Biloxi police officers stopped by to take part in the summer reading program. Officers chose what book they wanted to read, afterwards talking about what it is like being a police officer. The fun didn’t end after story time. Children were able to participate in an arts and…

Biloxi Breakers release first episode of Breaker Banter

Mississippi Gulf Coast (WXXV)- The Biloxi Breakers Hockey Franchise is now live with a new segment titled Breaker Banter. In this inaugural episode, fans can get to know the new head coach Charlie Pens Jr. Coach Pens talks about his journey to Biloxi and his vision for the Breakers. He also focuses on what fans can look forward to this…

Memorial Health Services holds White Coat Ceremony

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Wednesday night, Memorial Health Services introduced a new class of resident physicians at their white coat ceremony. This event was held on the 15th floor of the Hancock Whitney Building in Downtown Gulfport. Those in attendance got to enjoy food and drinks with the beautiful back drop of Gulfport’s beach. This ceremony marked the point that these…

Mississippi Power shares resources and tips for lowering energy bill in the summer

Kaila Moran Griffith with Mississippi Power joins us in studio. She’s here to share tips and resources to create better energy habits and save money on your energy bill in the process. The company offers rebates, online resources and energy saving tips that can help customers better manage their energy and increase their home’s efficiency. Online free tools like My Power…

Tax credits for contributions to pregnancy resource charitable organizations via Pregnancy Resource Act

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – In 2022, Governor Tate Reeves signed the Pregnancy Resource Act, which allows businesses to receive tax credits for contributions to pregnancy resource charitable organizations.  For those interested in learning more about the Pregnancy Resource Act, visit friendsofwrcgulfport.org or start the application at www.dor.ms.gov/credits/PRCO Categories: Local News, News

U.S. veteran and single mom receives life-changing gift through car donation program

Alicia Robinson receives a restored vehicle through the NABC Recycled Rides program and Unique Collision Center

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — A Gulf Coast U.S. Air Force veteran is driving into a brighter future after receiving a restored SUV through a national car donation program aimed at helping those in need. Alicia Robinson, a single mother and veteran who served as an Airman First Class, was gifted a 2015 Chevrolet Traverse through the NABC Recycled Rides program —…

St. Rose de Lima Catholic Church Blues and BBQ Festival

Joining us in studio are Maurice Singleton and Chris Roth. They’re here to talk about the annual St. Rose de Lima Catholic Church Blues and Barbecue Festival this weekend. The festival kicks off Friday, June 27 at 5 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m. at 1923 Depot Way, Bay St. Louis. On Saturday, the festival continues Saturday from 11 a.m….

6/25 – Sam’s “Higher Rain Chance” Wednesday Evening Forecast

Hot and mostly sunny conditions continue across South Mississippi and the eastern half of the US. A few isolated showers and storms are possible this evening and again overnight, but most spots will stay dry. Highs on Thursday will climb into the low to mid-90s, with heat index values topping 105° at times. Scattered showers and thunderstorms become more likely…

Dredging operation announced for area near Pascagoula Harbor

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Army Corps of Engineers announces maintenance dredging operations are planned for Pascagoula Harbor at the Horn Island Pass. Operations are expected to start on or around June 28. The dredge will pump material into a placement site west of the channel along West Petit Bois Island. Those activities are expected to last for one month. Mariners…

Hippie Fish holding grand opening Thursday

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-A brand new entertainment hot spot is gearing up in Gulfport, Hippie Fish is set to open its doors at Centennial Plaza on Thursday. The two-story venue brings together a one-of-a-kind, 18-hole mini golf course, more than 100 arcade games, and a coastal inspired restaurant, all under one roof. The new attraction will add a new layer of…

Mobile food pantry at Back Bay Mission

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Back Bay Mission’s Mobile Food Pantry opened today. This drive-thru distribution was made possible thanks to a partnership with Feeding the Gulf Coast. Volunteers spent the better part of the morning helping families in need. Anyone who attended with a voucher received a selection of fresh produce, dairy, meat, and dry good groceries and each voucher was…

Patti Carr Black honored with Mississippi Writers Trail Marker

Jackson, Miss (WXXV)- A Mississippi Writers Trail marker was unveiled in honor of Patti Carr Black. Black is a writer and historian born in Sumner. The unveiling took place at the Old Capitol where she was the director of the Old Capitol Museum and a leader at the state’s Department of Archives and History. She established the Mississippi Folklife Program…

Mississippi Aquarium releasing turtles Thursday

Mississippi Aquarium is hosting a turtle release this Thursday. Three more rehabilitated turtles will make their way to the Mississippi Sound starting at 4 p.m. It’s happening at the beach in front of the Edgewater Mall. All turtles continue their Taylor Swift name themes. This next group of turtles are named Delicate, Folklore, and Midnights. The aquarium will have a…

Harrison Central’s Jeremiah McNair shares inspiring story of making a collegiate football roster!

Four years ago, Jeremiah McNair walked the halls of Harrison Central High School. After an electrifying senior year that saw the Rebels make a second round playoff appearance, McNair had an offer to Copiah-Lincoln Community College. Unfortunately, the chance to suit up for the Wolves never came as Co-Lin took his offer away for taking too long to commit. McNair…

Hippie Fish Grand Opening Thursday at Centennial Plaza

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The opening of Hippie Fish at Centennial Plaza is nearly here. Hippie Fish offers fun, food, mini golf, and more. Tessy Lambert joins us ahead of Thursday’s ribbon cutting with the details. The Hippie Fish ribbon cutting takes place Thursday, June 26 at 10 a.m. The public is invited to attend. For more information, click here. Categories:…

Richard Jordan execution set for Wednesday evening

Mississippi’s longest serving death row inmate is set to be executed by lethal injection Wednesday evening at the state penitentiary at Parchman. However, Jordan’s team has filed another last-minute appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court to stay the execution. The execution is set to take place at 6 p.m., barring any last-minute stays of execution. Jordan was sentenced to death…

Update on Popp’s Ferry Road extension

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A long awaited road project in Biloxi is underway and it’s paving the way for even bigger improvements. Back in November 2024, work officially began on the $20.8 million Popp’s Ferry Extension Project. The extension will create a new four-lane roadway stretching 1.53 miles from north of Pass Road all the way to Highway 90, giving drivers…

Tire safety tips for summer road trips

  GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – Every second, roughly seven tires will go flat. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that approximately 11,000 tire-related crashes occur in the United States annually. In 2022, there were 563 fatalities. Tire blowouts are more likely to occur on highways and interstates, where vehicles travel at higher speeds. If you find yourself in these…

Pascagoula residents give input at CDBG Public Meeting

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Pascagoula residents had the chance to make their voices heard on two projects on the horizon in the Flagship City. Those projects are the 2025 Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program as well as the city’s 2025-29 consolidated plan. Citizens attending the meeting were able to review the drafts for both of these projects…