LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- One of Long Beach’s main road corridors is getting a new gas station. Construction is moving along for the new TCB Stop N’ Geaux location at 4285 Beatline Road. This marks the latest growth for the Beatline Road corridor and expansion for Stop N’ Geaux as well. There’s a Stop N’ Geaux location on Highway 53…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of D’Iberville and their first responders are asking for donations to help residents of Coldwater. Coldwater has been affected by the winter conditions in the northern part of the state. A few items needed include bottled water, blankets, toilet paper, and nonperishable food. All items can be delivered to the D’Iberville Fire Department on Lamey…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- On Friday, the Harlem Wizards brought high energy to schools in Jackson County ahead of their big Valentine’s Day showdown. The team traveled from school to school, hyping up students for Saturday’s game. They played interactive games with kids, shared inspiring stories, and handed out free tickets to pack the stands. The players also took time to…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The annual Gulf Coast Winter Classics kicked off this week at the Harrison County Fairgrounds, bringing hundreds of top riders and their horses from across the world to compete in one of the premier winter equestrian events. The six-week hunter and jumper series features competition for all levels and offers prize money, national points, and plenty…
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Rotary Club of Bay St. Louis is hosting their 21st annual Chili Cook Off soon. Ashley Mayley and John Brdecka join us with more. The cook off takes place February 26 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall on Blaize Avenue. For more information call 228-380-0755. Categories: Local News
The Picayune Theatre Company will be performing a musical based on a poplar movie. ‘Legally Blonde: the Musical” will see performances in Hattiesburg and Gulfport in March. Katelyn Perry and Nathan Sandercock join us ahead of the show. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Theatre Department took home multiple awards from the Theatre Association Competition in January. It doesn’t stop there; the department is performing the ‘Crane Wife’ at SETC in March. Reece Rushing and Alyssa Flinchum join us to recap the win and what’s next. Categories: Local News
As we close in on the weekend before Mardi Gras, parades are getting ready to roll! We do have some rain moving in around the same time, so while I believe there isn’t anything happening that’ll keep anyone inside, it will likely rain on your parade at least a little. Rain chances are highest Saturday night, but spotty showers could…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A death investigation is underway at a Gulfport apartment complex. Details are limited at this time, but Gulfport police confirmed that someone died at the Stonegate Apartment complex on 21st Street. Gulfport police responded to a welfare check at the apartment complex on Friday morning. Upon arrival, they found a deceased male in a vehicle. We’ll keep…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Memorial Hospital in Gulfport brought the Carnival spirit to its hallways with a Mardi Gras celebration and box float contest. Departments teamed up to create elaborate box floats, and a winner was chosen by a panel of celebrity judges from the community. Staff members also enjoyed food, king cake and music. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen…
HILO, Hawaii (WXXV)- A South Mississippi man is facing charges in Hawaii after a series of domestic assault incidents last month. The Hawaii County Prosecutors Office says 25-year-old Jaiden Becerra of Biloxi was indicted by a grand jury Wednesday on felony charges of kidnapping, felony abuse, and sexual assault. He’s accused of abusing multiple family members between January 22 and…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is sharing details on the Jackson County Carnival Association’s Parade. That is set to roll on Valentine’s Day at noon. Roads in the parade route will close at 11 Saturday morning and detours will be in place. The float staging area closes at 8 a.m. The parade is a rain or shine event…
KILN, Miss. (WXXV)- Coast Electric is celebrating the power of small change making a big difference. Thursday, they hosted an event highlighting the impact of its Operation Round Up program, which helps fund local charities across South Mississippi. At Coast Electric’s Kiln headquarters, nonprofit leaders gathered to celebrate and network. Organizations like Excel by 5 Hancock County, Mississippi Gulf Coast…
We’ll stay mostly cloudy and mild tonight with lows near 53. Friday starts cloudy but becomes sunnier through the afternoon, with highs reaching 70 and light south winds. Rain chances return Saturday afternoon, with scattered showers developing in the afternoon. By Saturday night, rain becomes widespread, and thunderstorms are possible into early Sunday. Showers and a few storms may linger…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Every Biloxi Breakers hockey player and every true hockey fan wants to see one thing more than anything else at the Winter Olympics. It’s become one of the hottest rivalries in all of sports. Team USA and Team Canada are on a collision course to meet in the Gold Medal game for men’s hockey. There are American…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Hundreds of high school students filled MGCCC’s Harrison County campus Thursday for the fourth annual ‘Experience CTE for the 21st Century’ event. Students were able to explore more than 50 career and technical education programs in the school’s new STEM building. From healthcare and engineering to culinary and automotive technology, students participated in hands-on sessions connecting…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce hosted its quarterly breakfast with Mayor Bobby Cox Wednesday. Business leaders and residents gathered for an open line of communication with city leadership. Attendees were able to ask questions and share their thoughts and concerns about city projects happening right now. In response, Mayor Cox provided updates on many of…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs School District has a new superintendent. The board of trustees named Justin Sutton as the school district’s next leader. Sutton is a veteran educator here on the Coast. Prior to taking on his current role as assistant superintendent for the Ocean Springs School District last July, he served as principal of Long Beach…
In this week’s “Wild Wonders,” Ryan gets all the details on a fun new program at the Mississippi Aquarium called “Animal Academy” where visitors can help train and care for the aquarium’s residents. Categories: Wild Wonders Tags: animal academy, beavers, dolphins, education conservation, Mississippi Aquarium, Otters, Ryan Mahan, wild wonders
The Krewe of Pawseidon is hosting their annual pawrade next weekend. Jeanelle Sonnier and Missy Watts join us live in studio with the details. The pawrade takes place Sunday, February 22 at 2 p.m. in Bay St. Louis. Categories: Local News
Coast Electric has recently named a new CEO, also naming them as CEO of Coast Connect. Chris Rhodes joins us in studio with his plans during his tenure. Categories: Local News
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs is sharing details on Friday’s night parade. The route is set to roll through the downtown area at 6 p.m. The parade starts on Front Beach before ending at Holcomb Boulevard and Government Street. Side streets along the route will be barricaded and monitored until the parade is over. Roads and…
Smoke in the air can be alarming, but sometimes it’s actually a sign of something good. Gulf Island National Seashore plans to conduct a prescribed burn in the Davis Bayou Area later this month. If you spot smoke rising above the trees this month, it may be part of a carefully planned burn. Unlike wildfires, prescribed burns are closely monitored…
Every Wednesday on WXXV, we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Katie King joins us in studio to tell us more about this week’s WXXV Pet of the Week, Roux. Categories: Local News, Pet of the Week