We’re hearing more from Moss Point city leaders today about the devastation the city has experienced. Ward Six Alderman Wayne Lennep represents parts of the city that experienced the most damage. Lennep and other city leaders continue to assess the damage this afternoon as they coordinate relief efforts with state agencies. While the damage is extensive, Alderman Lennep says River…
With a weak cold front overhead and drier airmass, showers and thunderstorms will pop a little later this afternoon. The activity will get started farther NW and move SE. This will likely be helped along by outflow boundaries again interacting with this surface front. All of this new activity should do much of the same as yesterday’s has done with…
More than 100 homes and businesses were damaged or destroyed in Moss Point on Monday afternoon after a tornado ripped through the downtown area of the city. The mayor is meeting with other city officials at 8:30 a.m. at the fire station to gather information and provide updates. Moss Point Police advised that Main Street/Highway 613 remains closed to traffic…
Outflow boundary is firing new cells this morning where it meets the surface front just to the N/NW of our area. Stability should begin to increase over this area as the morning progresses, so a general weakening trend should begin heading into this afternoon. New activity should begin to fire by mid to late morning back over the gulf and…
The next in line to come out of Ocean Springs High School is class of 2026 recruit Sharroid Whitehead who just pulled in his fourth Division I offer from Oklahoma. That goes along with other looks from Penn State, Florida State, and Virginia Tech. During his 2022 freshman season, Whitehead rushed eight times for 72 yards with a ten-yard catch….
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for our area until 1 AM. Thunderstorms bring the potential of strong winds and small hail with the energized atmosphere. Thunderstorms that move over the same areas will bring the potential for flooding tonight as well. A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for our area until tomorrow evening. Frequent lightning will be…
On Thursday, Pass Christian native Cory McGee continuing to build off a great showing at the Tokyo games, running a personal record in the mile at 4 minutes and 18.11 seconds at the Oslo Diamond League Dream Mile. Not only a PR, but the third-fastest U.S. women’s mile ever. For reference, that’s about 30 seconds faster than the incredible times…
This is a picture sent in by Vanezza Smith of Gulfport. This video was taken near Jones Park and Highway 90. It may sound like rain, but Vanezza found a bit of hail. If you have any pictures or videos, you’d like to share, you can send them to newsrelease@wxxv25.com. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Gulfport, hail, Weather
Just before 3 p.m. today, a tornado touched down in Moss Point near Main Street. First responders immediately responded, shutting down the street where the most damage is. Many homes have received unfathomable damage, as well as local businesses and a Moss Point school. Alongside the destruction of buildings, many roads have been left undrivable due to debris and fallen…
These future engineers are going to change the world one day as they participate in Mississippi Power’s iCAN Girls in Engineering event. Members of the Mississippi Power community are teaching young women to say ‘I can’ and are hoping they’ll leave saying ‘I will!” The purpose of the iCAN Girls in Engineering camp is to inspire these school-aged girls that…
A tornado was confirmed to have touched down in Moss Point. News 25’s Brooke Parker is on the scene with more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: moss point tornado, tornado
The Pascagoula Senior Center is hosting a six-part series on handmade pottery. Over the course of the series, participants will gain knowledge and skills in pottery-making. From shaping the clay to preparing it for firing, the volunteer instructors will provide step-by-step guidance, ensuring a rewarding learning experience. After completing the classes, participants will have the opportunity to visit the senior…
The American Red Cross invites you to celebrate summer and save lives. The Red Cross is holding a blood drive this week as part of Media for Red Cross. It began today and will extend through Saturday, June 23rd. The drive will be held in multiple locations across the Gulf Coast. Giving just one donation can save up to three…
A Juneteenth celebration took place in Gulfport on the lawn next to the Mississippi Aquarium. The event is brought to you by JZ 94.5, Hancock Whitney, the aquarium, and the City of Gulfport. They have come together to host the Inaugural Juneteenth Family Fun Day, celebrating freedom and community. The event was a day filled with food, vendors, and activities…
The threat for strong to severe thunderstorms will continue through a portion of this evening. Thunderstorms have the potential of producing damaging winds, small hail, and isolated spin-ups. Things will gradually quiet down overnight. Tomorrow will provide for similar conditions with heat, humidity, and the chance for strong thunderstorms. Our area is in a Level 2 of 5, or Slight…
Thirteen-year-old Teshawna Taylor has been in a hospital since June 10th, battling injuries suffered after a vehicle hit her in Gulfport. The teenager suffered a broken hip, a broken leg, and traumatic brain injury after a vehicle hit her as she stepped into the road near the Dollar General on Dedeaux Road. Police have charged 20-year-old David Harrell in the…
Baseball with your old man is a great way to spend Father’s Day for lovers of the sport. Ground Zero Blues Club Biloxi and Restaurant hosted a Biloxi Shuckers watch party as the team battled it out on the road with the Montgomery Biscuits. Before the watch party, the Blues Club threw a special brunch for dads to enjoy, giving…
Hundreds of train lovers were out roaming through 50,000 square feet of ‘just train fun’ all weekend long. The Mississippi Coast Model Railroad Museum held its grand opening for Traintastic at its new location on Pass Road in Gulfport. It was an interactive experience as visitors quickly realized the displays feature some of the Mississippi Coast’s most popular features. Guests…
Hancock County residents had a chance to get up close and personal with candidates running for local office. American Legion Post 77 in Waveland hosted a candidate meet and greet Saturday. Those running for sheriff, judgeships, district supervisors spots, and other officers in Hancock County were among the many taking part in the event. Guests were able to get to…
Gulfport residents spent Saturday afternoon celebrating the freedom and achievements of African Americans on the Coast and across the nation. It was all part of the third annual Juneteenth Expo at the Isiah Fredericks Community Center. Several Gulfport natives shared their heritage and family history with those in attendance. Vendors set up shop along the outside greenery, letting guests browse…
Juneteenth celebrations continue to grow year after year in Biloxi. The City of Biloxi joined the Movers and Shakers Social Club in hosting its annual Juneteenth celebration over the weekend. It was a chance for friends and families to embrace African American history while remembering and acknowledging the many achievements of black and brown men and women. Nell Davis said,…
66 percent of Americans have a negative view of tipping. Jane King reports a new survey finds Americans are tipping less for a variety of services. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
A Heat Advisory is in effect untill 7pm, showers and thunderstorms will bring relief to a lucky few. How long can our NW to westerly upper flow continue to dominate our area? Some, even though slight, changes to the new normal of this NW flow will be noticed starting today in that this will cause a line of t-storms to…
Picayune police are investigating the death of a man that happened over the weekend. Officers were called to a home on Morris Street a little after 11:30 p.m. Saturday in the Goodyear neighborhood. Fifty-three year-old Michael McDonald was found dead. It’s believed he was dead for a little over an hour before he was found. McDonald’s friend and roommate, Harry…