Scientists find thousands of new species deep in the ocean that could lead to new medical treatments and Americans’ outlook on retirement falls to an 11-year low. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: business, morning business report
Beautiful beachfront views, lounging on the lawn under the shade of an oak tree, enjoying live music and friends are all things you can expect from this weekend’s Jazz in the Pass. Here to tell us more about the free event is the chair of the Jazz in the Pass Committee Joe Piernas. The Jazz in the Pass event takes…
It’s a big weekend for the shrimping industry in South Mississippi as the annual Blessing of the Fleet events begin. This year marks the 94th edition of this time-honored tradition. Tomorrow night is the Shrimp Queen Pageant where this year’s queen will officially be crowned. On Sunday at 2 p.m., decked out shrimp boats will line the Biloxi Channel behind…
Relative humidity has been rather low the past few days…and that trend will continue heading into the weekend. The current weak upper low pressure over the FL panhandle will move little over the weekend while the base of the upper trough extending from the NE over to Illinois will begin to close off into a new low pressure system will…
If you’re looking for help after a flood, fire or mold invasion, one local company can help you restore your home or business back to new! WXXV and the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce shine the May 2023 Chamber Member Spotlight on Guarantee Restoration Services in Gulfport. Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight
If you have a busy household with kids and pets you need floors that will hold up! WXXV General Manager Don Moore subbed in for Lori this week and sat down with The Floor Trader’s Vicki Rhodes to find out the latest trends in waterproof floors and how to pick the right one for you. Categories: Expert Talk
Relative humidity has been rather low the past few days…and that trend will continue heading into the weekend. The current weak upper low pressure over the FL panhandle will move little over the weekend while the base of the upper trough extending from the NE over to Illinois will begin to close off into a new low pressure system will…
Press Release Courtesy of Jack Duggan MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Danny Lynch lined a single into right-center to score Slade Wilks in the bottom of the ninth to lift No. 16 Southern Miss to a 7-6 Guardians Credit Union Sun Belt Conference Championship winners bracket victory over Troy Thursday evening at Riverwalk Stadium. The Golden Eagles (39-16) won for the 17th time…
This afternoon, the Blind Tiger in Bay St. Louis hosting a crawfish boil for the St. Stanislaus baseball team in celebration of its first South State Championship since 2015. Next week, the Rocks are going for their third state crown against Amory in the 3A state championship series. After scheduling tough and starting the year just 3-6, Stanislaus now 21-12…
The mild conditions will continue for the rest of the week as dry air works in from the northeast. An area of low pressure to our east will reinforce this as it moves along the east coast. Expect a cool start tomorrow morning and a warm afternoon. Into the holiday weekend, sunshine will be dominant and the dry pattern will…
Summerfield Senior Living in Gulfport is expanding to meet the growing demand for independent living options. Earlier today, they broke ground on the Independent Living Villas which are set to be completed later this year. Summerfield Senior Living opened its doors just two years ago in a residential area in north Gulfport. They’re already operating fully in their assisted living,…
Photography students are getting the experience of a lifetime as they learn from National Geographic photographers this week. National Geographic magazine is a world-renowned photography magazine and they’ve brought their photo camp to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Students get to learn from people like Ally Moreo, who worked for the magazine as a photo editor. “Students are primarily learning storytelling…
Mississippi Aquarium team members released 13 endangered Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles into the Mississippi Sound. Twelve of these turtles are the third wave that was released from a group that was cold-stunned and quickly flown to Mississippi in December of 2022. The 13th was brought down in 2021. Since the turtle’s arrival, animal care facilities, and veterinary teams have been…
A Biloxi hospital took time out today to remember the veterans who have sacrificed so much for our country. The Veteran Affairs Medical Center held a Memorial Day Recognition for those who served in the military and to remember who did not make it back home. Guests and veterans listened to speeches from dignitaries, ending with a special prayer for…
A new boat launch is now open and ready for use in Biloxi. A dedication was held today for the West Biloxi Boat Launch at the Lee Koplin Sun-N-Sand Park. The launch lies at the foot of Camellia Street and Highway 90. It is home to 40 parking spaces for cars and trailers and two boat launches. Tideland funds, city…
Community Action of South Mississippi held its first ever job fair today in Moss Point. Those seeking jobs were able to explore different career fields that Community Action of South Mississippi has to offer. Potential candidates came with resumes in hand and interviews were conducted on the spot. Those in attendance were able to apply for several teacher positions, caseworker,…
The Biloxi Community Market has seen a recent surge in vendors. During the pandemic, the market would have anywhere from 9 to 15 vendors, but today they have nearly 80! Before the pandemic, the market averaged about 60 vendors. After an age of only shopping in a grocery store with limited items, more people have been visiting the market which…
Drier air has worked in so the warm afternoon temperatures don’t feel so bad. A few clouds are around from time to time but rain is off the table for a bit. Temperatures will be cool overnight with low-60s in our area. Winds will remain out of the northeast for the next several days. Tomorrow will be much like today…
The annual Click It or Ticket Campaign has started. It encourages drivers and passengers to buckle up when in a car. The campaign runs from May 22nd through June 4th. State and local law enforcement work together during a heightened enforcement period to protect anyone on the road from being unbuckled. The U.S. Department of Transportation released a roadmap to…
NOAA released its 2023 predictions as hurricane season approaches. NOAA forecasters with the Climate Prediction Center predicts near-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic for the 2023 season. Hurricane season begins June 1st and lasts until November 30th. It’s forecasting a range of 12 to 17 total named storms with five to nine of them being possible hurricanes and one to…
Shag carpets are among the most ‘cringy’ home decisions made by Americans and Target shares are hit amid a Pride merchandising controversy. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
It’s always a beautiful sight to see all the shrimp boats decked out with flags as they parade down the Biloxi Channel to receive blessings for a bountiful shrimp season. It’s a tradition steeped in heritage. Here to tell us more about this weekend’s Blessing of the Fleet is the 2022 Shrimp Queen Sonia Ross. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Blessing…
The adventures that await are endless! Children are invited to immerse themselves in music and storytelling this summer at the Jackson County Regional Library System! Here to tell us about the summer library program available at the Jackson County Regional Library System is Bethany Carlisle. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: jackson george regional system, summer library programs
What has become a Thanksgiving tradition will continue for at least another year. The SEC has announced the Ole Miss Mississippi State game, the Egg Bowl, will stay on ESPN on Thanksgiving night. The prime-time game will be played November 23rd in Starkville with a 6:30 p.m. kickoff. The game has been held on Thanksgiving night 31 times. The Rebels…