New Urgent Care location opens in Lucedale

LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV)- Lucedale Urgent Care announces they have officially moved to a new location. The clinic on Frontage Road has moved to Redd Lane next to the Walmart. This facility opened Monday morning. The clinic is currently using a temporary phone number at this time.  That number is 601-514-0117. The Urgent Care Facility thanks everyone for patience during the…

Safety tips to remember as students return to school

With schools returning this week, the Jackson County Fire Protection team wants to remind all about safety in the mornings. Drivers are told to use extra caution and remember to stop for buses that are loading or unloading students. Drivers are also reminded to be on the lookout for kids near bus stops in the morning. Traffic on the road…

City of Poplarville seeing issues with mail

ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Millions of packages were being delivered across the country during the holiday season. In Poplarville, residents say what hasn’t been delivered is a promise, four years in the making for a post office. Mikaya Jackson with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center shows us the impact. Outside the mobile post office in the heart of…

Remembering George County Deputy Jeremy Malone

GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Sunday was a somber anniversary in George County; it marked the two-year anniversary since the death of Deputy Jeremy Malone. Deputy Malone was killed during a traffic stop on January 4, 2024. The shooting happened on Highway 98. He was no stranger to law enforcement across the Coast, being sworn in as a reserve officer to help…

01/05/26 Ryan’s “Warm Week Ahead” Monday Morning Forecast

We finished off last year on the cold side, but we're in for a warm week ahead as we head deeper in to 2026.

Last week a cold front starting things off frosty, but while we saw another front move through over the weekend we’re in for a warm week ahead. This morning was the coolest we’ll see all week long in the upper 40s/low 50s, which is chilly-to-cool but still a good 10° warmer than we should be for the first week of…

1/4- Patchy Fog Monday Morning

Patchy fog may form overnight with mostly cloudy skies and lows near 52. Fog could linger early Monday before skies gradually turn sunnier, with a high around 66. Mostly cloudy conditions continue Monday night with lows near 56. Tuesday brings sunnier conditions and warmer temperatures, reaching near 70 with light south winds. Categories: Weather Headlines

Oceans Springs Basketball loses to Meridian 55-33

Our second game is with the Ocean Springs Greyhounds playing a tough Meridian Wildcat team. Chip Claunch passes one in bounds deep to Jeremie Packer and he’s all alone shooting a three like it’s clock work. He thrives on that momentum stealing a ball, bounce passing it under the goal to Jayvon Williams and the hounds see some light! A…

City of Gulfport fighting litter issues

ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Gulfport is rolling out new “$1,000 No Dumping” signs and asking residents to report violators. It’s part of a renewed push to tackle litter. Makiya Jackson with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center shows us what locals and city leaders say it will take to clean up the Coast. Litter like this isn’t an uncommon…

Ina Thompson Library hosting Aspiration Art Board Workshop

MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ina Thompson Library in Moss Point will be hosting an aspirational art board workshop on January 6. This program is geared towards anyone 18 or older. Adults are invited to visualize goals and set intentions for the year. The workshop takes place from 4 to 6 that day. All materials will be provided as well….

Ina Thompson Library introducing Homeschool Story Time

MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ina Thompson Library in Moss Point announces a new event for the year. Homeschool Story Time will take place every first Thursday at 3:30. Elementary age students and anyone who loves to read are invited. Library staff say this will be a relaxed and welcoming space to learn, listen, and enjoy stories. Categories: Local News…

2025 marks historic year for MDOT

JACKSON, MISS. – 2025 marked one of the most significant years in recent memory for the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). In the 2025 session, a sweeping tax reform law passed the Mississippi Legislature, and with it came an increase in the gas tax, a primary source of funding for MDOT. “Mississippi’s 2025 tax reform legislation signifies the first time we…

Parts of Highway 90 in Biloxi closed for road work

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- In Biloxi, Highway 90 from Veterans Avenue to Brady Drive is expected to have westbound right lane closed next week. Crews will be on site to repave the roadway. Closures will be in effect from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. starting Monday, January 5. The work is expected to wrap up by January 9. This closure will…

State leaders discuss workforce development

ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-Mississippi leaders say thousands of skilled workers will be needed in the coming years. Governor Tate Reeves wants the state to take more control over how they’re trained. In his fiscal year 2027 budget proposal, Reeves is calling for the Office of Apprenticeship to become a state-run agency, shifting oversight away from the federal government. Morgan…

Three Coastal sites added to National Register

The Gulf Coast National Heritage Area is sharing that three Coast sites have been added to the Register of Historic Places for 2025. Two are located in Harrison County while one is in Hancock County. Holly Bluff is in Hancock County and is a historic landscape along the Jourdan River, known for its designated gardens, rustic lodges, and cottages. Over…

Update from Cruisin’ the Coast on 2026

Cruisin’ the Coast took to social media to share updates for 2026. Officials say that the 30th anniversary is shaping up to be a bigger year than 2025. Cruisin’ the Coast is 250 registered vehicles ahead of where they were last year. For reference, 2025 saw a record-breaking 10,334 cars in attendance. Categories: Local News Tags: Cruisin’ the Coast

Honoring law enforcement in George County

GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The George County Sheriff’s Office is thanking Tim Hempstead for his care and maintenance of the law enforcement memorial outside of the courthouse. He also takes time to decorate the memorial for the holidays, adding a respectful touch to honor all who served and gave their lives. The memorial stands tribute to officers who were killed in…

Hancock County beach set to return to original width

ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-Along the Hancock County shoreline, years of erosion have chipped away at the community’s first line of defense against storms. Now, a $30 million restoration effort aims to rebuild the beach and strengthen protection for the people who live, work, and spend time along the Coast. Justin Glowacki with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center reports….

Southern Turnings spearheads community growth in Wiggins

ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- When Southern Turnings opened in Downtown Wiggins, few businesses were operating along Pine Avenue. Nearly a decade later, the shop has expanded and the area now includes additional storefronts and monthly community events. Ashlyn Joyner with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center shows us how they got to where they are today. At the back…

City of Pascagoula working on water main improvement project

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is sharing information on a project taking place. The city council awarded a bid for miscellaneous water main improvements throughout the city. Crews will work on replacing outdated and undersized water mains in various neighborhoods throughout the city.  The projects will take place on: Lureco Drive New Hope Avenue Pineview Avenue Basswood Street…

State of blueberry farming in Mississippi

ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Mississippi’s blueberry farms are shrinking and fewer farmers are entering the field. One farm in Poplarville is trying to change that, hoping to turn the state fruit into a statewide opportunity. Kristen Kaylor with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center reports. Mississippi’s blueberry industry has seen steady decline in recent years. Farmer Donald Van de…