One man began a faith-based rehabilitation program to help residents of Stone County improve their life in a new way. Due to this, he has become not only a leader to dozens of people, but a friend many can count on. That is why Marc Calvert is this month’s Hometown Hero. When it comes to serving others in your community,…
Through our Discover Black Heritage stories, each Thursday News 25’s Janae Jordan will introduce an African American making a difference in our community. On this week’s Discover Black Heritage, News 25’s Janae Jordan will introduce you to Judge Robin Midcalf, a leader who is making her mark and changing stereotypes in the courtroom. “I don’t think growing up I even…
The family of Jaheim McMillan held a press conference to talk about the body cam footage released by the police. Jaheim’s mother, along with supporters of her fight, discussed their reaction to seeing the shooting video released yesterday. During the press conference, the family says that they are still in the process of fully breaking down the video of the…
Lighthouse Academy for Dyslexia hosted their second annual Southeastern Dyslexia Summit. The Beau Rivage Camellia ballroom was filled with individual dyslexia therapists and educators from both public and private schools. The individuals collaborated with each other all day long to discuss how they can increase literacy across the state of Mississippi. The event included different keynote speakers and breakout sessions…
Morning lows will still be quite warm but they should be back in the upper 60s at least. This is still on the warm side but given how much the dewpoints fell this afternoon as we mixed out, temps will probably drop quickly early this evening with locations near the coast becoming saturated quite quickly. Water temps in the lower…
If you like pressed juice and healthy food options, then the Juicy Caboosy in Long Beach is the place for you! Tomeka Bryant and Ailsa Von-Dobeneck met working in the railroad industry in New Orleans. They became friends who bonded over food, drinks, and good times on the Gulf Coast. When an old caboose became available, they decided to bring…
Gautier’s food truck event ‘Tasty Thursday’ is back up and running. Tasty Thursdays in Gautier are back after winter break. Hungry people from across the Coast showed up at what was the Singing River Mall property for a bite from their favorite food truck. With recent developments announced by the city, it feels more like a celebration than just lunch….
The City of Pascagoula will host a public hearing in March to discuss the redevelopment project on Denny Avenue. The redevelopment project will be an approximately 8-acre shopping center and will include the development of an 84,000 square foot shopping center that may include grocery stores, retail stores, and restaurants. City Manager Michael Silverman couldn’t provide specific details, citing economic…
This Saturday you are invited to join the Rotary Club of Moss Point and the City of Moss Point as they begin the process of establishing the city’s newest park. Volunteers will be working to complete the development of the Sawmill Landing Park by planting trees across what’s designed to be a nature-based green space. Participants will learn about the…
Coast Young Professionals held this year’s first leadership and learning seminar, one of six they will be having throughout the year. Chamber of Commerce members were presented with a seminar called ‘Resilience paves the road to success.’ Before the presentation, members were able to network and have lunch. Guest speaker Amber Olson shared her story about her daughter being diagnosed…
It’s out with the old and in with the new and the Salvation Army wants to help you with your spring cleaning. The Salvation Army’s Family Store is now accepting donations. Clothes, furniture, books, and more can be dropped off at the family store and repurposed for a good cause. The proceeds from the sales of the items will help…
The Biden Administration cuts some mortgage fees and housing affordability crisis and one of the richest companies in the world is asking employees to share desks. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
February is American Heart Month and Alex Vesa with Singing River Health System is joining us to talk about ways we can all be heart smart! Categories: Community Headlines Tags: american heart month, heart health, Singing River Health System
The goal is to build character through the game of basketball. The Hoop It Up Moss Point Initiative is launching this Saturday. Here to tell us more about it is Moss Point Parks and Recreation Director Donna Joseph. The event takes place Saturday, February 25th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sue Ellen Recreation Center in Moss Point….
Ocean Springs School District is hosting a town hall meeting tonight to update everyone on the search for the next superintendent. The meeting is at six tonight at the Ocean Springs Upper Elementary auditorium, located on the Holcomb side of campus. Tonight’s meeting will allow the community to provide feedback on expectations and goals for the future of the Ocean…
Today, the Biloxi community is mourning the loss of their beloved football coach Joey St. Amant, also known as Elmo, who recently lost his fight to ALS disease. St. Amant wore many different hats at Biloxi High School, but was best known as an assistant football coach. This past football season, the Indian community demonstrated their love and support for…
Aloft, our region will be within the northwest periphery of the strong high pressure parked over south Florida leading to southwesterly flow. Today will mostly be a temperature forecast, but not just any temperatures forecast…the warmest of the year. With the onshore flow, locations closest to the water such as the MS Gulf Coast will be the coolest with middle…
A weak frontal boundary will reside pretty close to our northern area border today. With the closer proximity to the boundary, the surface pressure gradient will relax, especially when compared to yesterday. Southerly light to moderate winds can be expected. Aloft, our region will be within the northwest periphery of the strong high pressure parked over south Florida leading to…
This week’s WXXV Student Athlete of the Week truly does it all while keeping straight As. Ocean Springs junior power lifter Bella MacDonald truly puts the term power in girl power, being a two-time state champion and currently working her way to a third. If there’s one person that knows how to stay busy and active, it’s Ocean Springs junior…
Mississippi Gulf Coast softball home opener, breaking in the new turf against Pensacola State. The home team would need to get the split, 5-2 win in game two after dropping game one 2-0. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: MGCCC, softball, sports
Pass Christian Head Football Coach Chase Carmody has stepped down from his post after three seasons as first reported by Coast Football. During his time with the Pirates, Carmody led them to an overall record of 11-15 including back-to-back trips to the 4A playoffs the last two seasons. There have been unofficial rumors of Carmody’s impending move to become the…
There’s a different buzz in the gym for a neutral site playoff game, it means you’re getting close to the Big house. Today, Pearl River Community College hosting the first batch of quarterfinal games, starting in 4A. The Pass Christian Lady Pirates are one of eight Coast teams still alive, taking on a very dangerous Raymond team. Tough matchup for…
Sea fog is beginning roll in again. A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until 10 AM tomorrow morning for Hancock, Harrison, and Jackson County. Look for this pattern to continue through the weekend due to light southerly flow overnight for the next several nights. Very warm temperatures will remain with tomorrow being the warmest day. Morning lows in the…
What better place to have a margarita than Margaritaville in Biloxi on National Margarita Day?! Margaritaville Café invited their guests to attend Margarita University to learn how to craft the perfect drink. With help from a bartender, guests were not able to just learn, but also make their own margarita. Afterwards, they took pictures with a certification saying they passed…