Since July is Culinary Awareness Month, it’s the perfect time to remind students they can enroll in Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s culinary arts program. The two-year program provides a solid foundation in the methods and science of cooking through exposure to classical, American, and international cuisines as well as baking and pastry making. The program also places special emphasis…
Scattered thunderstorms will be in our area for the early portion of this evening. Some thunderstorms could bring very heavy rainfall, and pack frequent lightning. A strong wind gust or two cannot be ruled out. Some gradual clearing will take place overnight but cloud coverage will remain dominant. Very humid conditions will continue to plague our area. A Heat Advisory…
Two piers on Biloxi’s Back Bay are now closed as a major renovation project begins. Deemed unsafe for public use by the city, the Forrest Avenue Pier and Porter Avenue Pier are being completely demolished and rebuilt. Crews have already started removing decking, handrails, and a pavilion at the Forrest Avenue Pier. Once work there is done, workers will do…
The Stone County Republican Committee will host a candidate forum with the six men vying for the office of sheriff. The forum will start at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria at MGCCC in Perkinston. Incumbent Sheriff Mike Farmer is retiring at the end of his current term, opening up the field for the six men who want to succeed him….
Domino’s Pizza shares soar after striking a surprise deal and back-to-school spending is expected to decline as inflation takes its toll. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
An upcoming event aims to make sure your kids are in tip-top shape health wise. Steve Theobald and Ben Young are in studio to talk more about the Rotary Club of Edgewater’s Children’s Health Fair. The Children’s Health Fair takes place July 22nd from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Edgewater Mall.
Kevin Kotula and Rev. James Pennington of Back Bay Mission are in studio to talk about an upcoming show at Ground Zero Blues Club to benefit the mission. The Musicians with a Mission benefit takes place Sunday at 12 p.m. at the Ground Zero Blues Club. For more information visit groundzerobiloxi.com/event-details/musicians-with-a-mission. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Ground Zero Blues Club, Musicians…
This morning, we were honored to have Chapel Hart visit the WXXV News Room. News 25’s Ansley Brent was able to sit down and talk to the talented trio about life after America’s Got Talent and their journey on the road. Chapel Hart is set to perform at the IMPAC Center on the MGCCC Harrison County campus tomorrow night. The…
Have you noticed that the post office no longer has outside dropboxes for mail? That’s because the United States Postal Service has taken them out in an effort to reduce crime. The boxes were taken out in May and officials with the USPS told WXXV that it was in preparation for new dropboxes to be added. However, a press release…
Home insurance expert, Jody Entrekin with Entrekin Insurance, answers some more frequently asked questions about homeowner’s insurance. What is the difference between actual cash value and replacement costs? Find out in this week’s episode of Expert Talk with Lori Buhring. Categories: Expert Talk
Even when it’s not hurricane season, a good generator can be a lifesaver. What are the steps you should take to find the right generator for your home or business? Mr. Electric’s Kenny Moore has all the expert answers. Categories: Expert Talk
With temperatures in the upper 80s showers and thunderstorms are likely going to have an easier time forming today. Once diurnal thunderstorms get going later into the afternoon, the main threats will again be sub-severe wind gusts and heavy rainfall. The area is under a MARGINAL to SLIGHT risk for isolated flooding today with efficient rainmakers capable of producing 1-2…
There is no distinct change in the state of the atmosphere compared to yesterday, with tropical airmass in place. With temperatures expected to be in the upper 80s showers and thunderstorms are likely going to have an easier time forming today. We could also have an earlier increase in activity in conjunction with a complex of showers and thunderstorms to…
Today, Pearl River Community College softball sending four players to the four-year level. Starting with the best pitcher to ever come through Poplarville, All-American Brinson Anne Rogers is going to Southern Arkansas. A pair of Vancleave alums, Julianah Overstreet heading to William Carey and Jena Pacheco to Spring Hill in Mobile. Mya Young letting the ink dry with Montevallo. Categories:…
Back in September, Southern Miss football made a road trip down to South Beach to take on Miami in Week 2. Some members of the Southern Miss baseball team were there, staying right down the road at Tim and Danny Lynch’s house in nearby Jupiter. One of them being Justin Storm, which is what they like to call foreshadowing. On…
Yesterday was Justin Steele’s 28th birthday. It was also his son Beau’s first birthday. It was also Steele’s first-ever Major League Baseball All-Star Game. The Chicago Cubs pitcher out of George County High School making Lucedale proud, pitching a scoreless fifth inning for the National League Team, allowing just one hit and no walks to go along with an inning-ending…
Tonight, a half-dozen high school volleyball standouts from the Coast taking part in the Mississippi Association of Coaches North/South All-Star Game at Millsaps College. Shoutout to Gulfport’s Kailey Johnson, Resurrection Catholic’s Amelia Kate Frederic, Biloxi’s Abigail Radicia, OLA’s Ava Alonso, and the duo from East Central Makayla Cooper and Morgan Mears. However, it’s the north winning in straight sets 25-19,25-20,25-22….
The Gautier football program is coming off its best season in more than 20 years and Dillon Alfred was a big part of that, leading the Gators in both receiving yards and touchdowns. However, the four-star wide receiver has played his last game at the Swamp. Today, Alfred announcing his plans to transfer to Saraland High School, the defending 6A…
There will be quieter times overnight with even some clearing by daybreak. However, the unsettled pattern continues into your Thursday. Rain chances will be elevated much of the day tomorrow with the potential for a couple of rounds of rain. Thunderstorms could bring flood concerns if efficient rainmakers set up. Friday will still provide for thunderstorm chances but coverage will…
A Mississippi trio from Poplarville is making their way to the Gulf Coast. Chapel Hart will be bringing their Mississippi roots mixed with some Louisiana spice to the Immersive Media Performing Arts Center on the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Harrison County campus on Friday, July 14th at 7 p.m. The trio of Danica, Devynn, and Trea reached fans around…
The Ohr O’Keefe Museum of Art invites you to celebrate southern art and culture on Saturday. The museum is holding a birthday bash to celebrate the legacy of Mississippi artist George Ohr. At the festival you can try your hand at ceramics, shop local craft vendors, and groove to the best music on the Coast. The festival will take place…
A Gulfport musician has been awarded the Mississippi Arts Commission Grant. Dreko tha Prophet has been pursing music independently since 2012. He also helps other artists find their voice in the industry by organizing talent showcases and networking events that establishes connections among Mississippi artists. This grant is a portion of more than $1.6 million in grants MAC awarded in…
Things have quieted down from earlier but scattered thunderstorm chances are possible this evening. Eventually, there will be quiet time and even some clearing overnight. Thursday will be another unsettled day with the potential for heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms could come in a couple of rounds, once in the morning hours and again for the afternoon. The pattern is eventually going…
School is fast approaching for kids as parents try to make sure their kids are immunized. Coastal Family Health Center hosted its eighth annual ‘Excel by 5’ Biloxi Schools Immunization Fair. The fair was held at Lopez School to help parents get their kids shots before school starts back in the coming weeks. Dr. Wendy Williams says it is important…