Not sure if you know but there’s a new currency in town in Ocean Springs to help the tourism industry. To encourage locals and tourists to shop downtown the City of Ocean Springs is introducing the Pelican Pound. The coin is worth $5 dollars and is made of wood. The idea is to keep dollars in the local economy. The…
Tourism is thriving on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Gulf Coast Business Council met this morning to hear an update on tourism developments in South Mississippi. From casinos to eco-tours and fishing tournaments, tourists have an array of entertainment options. According to Coastal Mississippi CEO Judy Young, the number of tourists visiting the Coast is over 14 million annually. She…
The Pearl River County Industrial Park officially broke ground earlier this afternoon. The 126-acre site is near Highway 11 and I-59 and will have access to Gulfport, New Orleans, and Port Bienville in Hancock County. Norfolk Southern Railroad will run through the park, benefitting businesses in the area. It’s fully equipped with water, sewer, natural gas, and electricity services, making…
Isolated-to-scattered thunderstorm chances are in the picture this evening. Other than that, the pattern is gradually changing back to the usual hot and humid regime. Any rain chances will be out of the equation by late this evening. The front nearby is not very strong as area of low pressure is well to our east. But, thunderstorm chances will be…
A Virginia based non-profit is providing some tasty disaster relief in Jackson County. ‘Mercy Chefs’ is preparing meals for those impacted by the tornado that ripped through Moss Point on Monday. Joel Cauley, the organization’s director for church partnerships, is a Moss Point native. Cauley said being in Moss Point is personal to him, having grown up here. Yesterday evening,…
A long-term recovery fund has been established to help with the unmet needs in the recovery of Moss Point. An announcement was made in Moss Point about the rebuild Moss Point Fund, a 501 C3 that is being administered through the United Way. The fund is set up at Merchants and Marine Bank. Jackson County Chamber CEO Paige Roberts said…
“Together we will rebuild” that was the message Governor Tate Reeves shared with storm victims in Moss Point today. Governor Tate Reeves visited Moss Point assessing the damage and speaking with those impacted by the disaster. The governor met with residents face-to-face before going into a closed-door meeting with city officials. In that meeting they discussed the next steps needed…
Jane King is at the Nasdaq with today’s Morning Business Report.
If you’re wondering what D’Iberville has as far as dining options, here’s your chance to find a taste of what’s out there on the back bay at the annual Taste of Back Bay. Here with more about Taste of the Back Bay are Joyce Johnson and Katie Cook Boccaleri. Taste of Back Bay takes pace June 30th from 5:30 to…
Hancock County deputies are investigating a drive-by shooting that happened in Bayside Park this afternoon. Sheriff Ricky Adam said the male victim was sitting in a parked car just after noon at the corner of East Neshoba Street and Hancock Drive when another vehicle drove up and a suspect started firing. One of the rounds went through the trunk and…
A stationary front is overhead or just to the south of our area. With that being said activity may be ignited along the stationary front during the day with most of the strongest thunderstorms developing to our west and south. Most of the area should be rain free most of the day until late afternoon/evening hours. Tonight will see all…
MOSS POINT, Miss. — On Wednesday, Moss Point High School football players took to the community to help those in need following Monday’s EF2 tornado, and they were joined by players from East Central and Pascagoula high schools as well. In the video above, WXXV Sports Director Jeff Haeger gives a shout out to those gracious enough to lend a…
When Southern Miss pitcher Tanner Hall is on the mound, he’s one of the best in the nation at not allowing hits. When the ball does get hit, he’s one of the best in the nation at recording the out anyway. Today, Hall winning a Gold Glove award for his position, courtesy of the American Baseball Coaches Association and Rawlings,…
The United Cajun Navy is in Moss Point with everything from tarps to dog treats! The United Cajun Navy is a nonprofit based out of Baton Rouge. They provide care during natural disasters and they’ve partnered with past Moss Point Alderman Chuck Redmon’s organization ‘Be the Change.’ Cajun Navy volunteer Colin Bush reached out to Redmond and they were able…
On the gridiron today, St. Stanislaus kicker Evan Noel pulling in his first Division I offer from Ole Miss. The rising junior is a five-star kicker according to Kohl’s and is actually their top ranked 2025 recruit. He already has 103 career points at SSC. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: evan noel, football, high school football, Ole Miss, sports, St….
Another tough break for Ocean Springs alum Garrett Crochet who is out 2 to 3 weeks after receiving a cortisone shot today for the inflammation in his left shoulder, according to MLB.com. The 24-year-old lefty should return to the Chicago White Sox shortly after the All-Star Break, having already missed a month earlier this season, recovering from Tommy John Surgery….
Early morning for the Biloxi Shuckers, hosting the Chattanooga Lookouts on Education Day for game two of their six game series. Two straight wins to start the homestand as the Shuckers take this one by the final count of 2-1. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports
A more typical summertime pattern is on the way for South Mississippi. For tonight, expect rain chances to quickly dwindle for the majority of the area. It will be mild and overall comfortable out the door to start your Thursday. It will continue to be hot as summer rolls on. But, the heat will be tolerable for now. Thunderstorm chances…
The City of Moss Point held a press conference to update everyone on the tornado aftermath. Mayor Billy Knight was joined by MEMA, emergency services, and Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann as they each gave an update from their departments. Emergency services announced the extent of the damage. The tornado was only a few miles per hour away from an EF3,…
A local church in Gulfport gave back to its community in a big way! People Mission Baptist Church, in partnership with Feeding the Gulf Coast, fed over 200 families today during its food drop. The event was first come, first serve, until all the food was given away. Gulfport residents were given catfish, sweet potatoes, cabbage, and other vegetables. With…
School aged kids are soaring to new heights and gaining incredible hands-on experiences at the Aviation Summer Camp. The Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum is currently hosting summer camps for school-aged children. Executive Director Francisco Gonzalez said, “Our hands on camps makes you feel like ‘wow you’re a part of something else’ and we’re giving inspiration for life, inspiration to perhaps…
It’s almost that time of year again where the bumper meets the road! This Friday, Scrapin the Coast will be back at the Coliseum celebrating 21 years of car and audio shows on the Coast. The event is popularly known for low riders, hot rods, and family fun. There will be car and truck shows, the return of the hydraulics…
Isolated thunderstorm chances can be expected for some this evening. Today brought a lot of sunshine and hotter temperatures than earlier on this week. Heat index values were close to 100 degrees but for the time being, temperatures are manageable. Expect mild temperatures overnight with a slightly drier feel to the air. A stubborn area of low pressure remains in…
The Cajun Navy has arrived in Moss Point to help with the tornado aftermath. News 25’s Brooke Parker is with them and has more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Cajun Navy, moss point, tornado