Coast Ole Miss fans gather for Fiesta Bowl watch parties

  GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Kelly’s Sports Pub in Gulfport was one of many local restaurants and bars buzzing with excitement on Tuesday night, as Ole Miss fans gathered to watch the Fiesta Bowl. Fans in navy, red and powder blue filled the locally-owned pub well before kickoff to get a seat and enjoy some time with fellow Rebels. One die-hard…

Chris Rhodes takes over as Coast Electric CEO

One of South Mississippi’s largest electric cooperatives has a new leader. Chris Rhodes has officially taken over for retired Coast Electric and Coast Connect CEO Ron Barnes. The transition from Barnes to Rhodes was announced last June after Barnes announced his retirement. Rhodes previously served as CEO of Southern Pine Electric, another Mississippi based electric cooperative. Coast Electric has a…

1/8 – Comfortable Tonight with Showers and Storms Returning Friday

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast

A wet and unsettled pattern will take hold through the end of the week, with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms expected as early as tonight through Saturday. Storm chances increase Friday, with periods of steady rain and embedded thunderstorms possible through Friday night. Some storms could produce gusty winds, small hail, and even isolated spin-up tornadoes, as well as…

Community comes out for Feastin’ at the Fairgrounds event in Jackson County

JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A delicious mid-day tradition happened Thursday in Pascagoula. Feastin’ at the Fairgrounds has brought food trucks, local eats, and family fun to the Jackson County Fairgrounds. Feastin’ at the Fairgrounds is underway in the new year where food trucks and vendors serve a wide variety of dishes for locals and visitors. Usually held on the first…

Goodwill cuts the ribbon on new outlet store in Gulfport

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Goodwill of South Mississippi is expanding its presence on the Coast with the opening of a brand-new outlet store in Gulfport. The ribbon cutting ceremony was Thursday morning, marking Goodwill’s 13th location on the Coast. The store offers shoppers a one-of-a-kind experience known as the bins. Items are sold by the pound. Proceeds from every purchase supports…

NCBC gate hours set to change Friday

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Naval Construction Battalion Center is updating their gate hours. Beginning Friday, the Pass Road gate will be open 24 hours, seven days a week. Meanwhile, the 28th Street gate will be open from 5:30 in the morning until 9 p.m. Monday through Fridays. For the weekend, the gate opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 4…

Celebrating Elvis Presley’s birthday

Today marks Elvis Presley’s 91st birthday. He was born in Tupelo back in 1935 to Vernon and Gladys Presley. Now, while he was born in Tupelo and is known for his Memphis home of Graceland, Elvis did spend time on the Gulf Coast. He stayed at what is now the Gulf Hills Hotel in Ocean Springs. He even performed on…

Local law enforcement holding Coffee and King Cake with a Cop

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- This Friday is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and to celebrate, Gulfport Police and the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office invite everyone to Coffee and King Cake with a Cop. That’s this Friday from 8 a.m. to 9:30 at Coast Roast Coffee in Gulfport. Coast Roast Coffee House invites you to come together to celebrate the men…

Carpet issues are being fixed at Saenger Theatre in Biloxi

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich has released an update on the progress of the Saenger Theatre, including the work being done to fix an issue with the installation of interior carpeting. Gilich says the city has requested adjustments to better align the carpet tiles into the correct pattern. Work crews are also working on leveling the auditorium floor…

1/7- Fog & Warm Temps Continue

A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect at midnight until 9am Thursday. A Marine Dense Fog Advisory continues until noon Thursday. Dense fog is expected late tonight into the early hours of Thursday, and temperatures only cooling to about 60. Fog may linger into Thursday morning before gradually clearing with afternoon highs around 73. Rain chances increase Thursday night, with…

Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, Bay High Soccer’s Kamryn Lafontaine!

School is back in session which means so is our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week segment. We’re starting off the new year strong with a talented young soccer player, but don’t let her age fool you because she’s got a boot. Introducing Bay High soccer’s very own, Kamryn Lafontaine! The Sophomore striker leads female soccer players on the coast…

Carnival preparations in South Mississippi

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Carnival season is in full swing here on the Coast, marking the start of weeks of fun, but also a lot of advanced preparation for our Coast cities. Mardi Gras brings thousands to the streets for many different parades to celebrate tradition and community spirit. It also means busier roads, safety concerns, and long hours for first…

Legislative impact on the Gulf Coast

JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- While the Mississippi legislature is in session working on issues impacting the state, inside that big pictures there are topics of importance to the Mississippi Coast. The Coast Legislative Delegation will be focused on issues that directly affect South Mississippi. Categories: Featured, Local News

Top military leaders visit Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Three of the highest-ranking leaders in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps visited the Mississippi Gulf Coast today. They received a firsthand look at shipbuilding operations at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula. This visit emphasizes the role Ingalls plays in building and modernizing the Navy’s fleet and shaping future of U.S. maritime power. Secretary of the Navy John…

100 Men Hall hosting Rock n Roux Gumbo Cook-off

BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)-100 Men Hall is hosting a gumbo cookoff on January 17th. Rachel Dangermond joins us with the details. The fun takes place January 17 from 11:30 to 4 p.m. at the 100 Men Hall in Bay St. Louis.

Harlem Wizards playing on the Coast

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-A Coast organization is raising funds for two non-profits through a basketball game. LaMarques Ogans and Aurora Dejapa join us with details on the Harlem Wizards. The fun takes place February 14 at 6 p.m. at Ocean Springs High School. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News