LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) — This marks the 17th year for the annual Christmas Eve Lunch hosted by First Methodist Church of Long Beach. Church members came together to prepare large meals, opening their doors to anyone in the community who wants a warm place and a hot meal to celebrate Christmas. The church also hosts a food drive, which…
Widespread dense fog is slowly turning patchy as we head into the afternoon. Partly sunny conditions today, with highs around 70. Tonight turns mostly cloudy with lows near 55, and calm winds. Another Dense Fog Advisory is set for tonight from 7 p.m. to Christmas morning at 10 a.m. More widespread dense fog is likely. Christmas Day is looking pretty…
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Kids are getting in on the New Year’s Eve fun. Lynn Meadows is hosting their annual Countdown to Noon event. Cindy DeFrances joins us with what can be expected for any child that comes out. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Lynn Meadows, new year’s eve, ‘Countdown to Noon’
Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)- With the new year coming up, fireworks are going to be used to ring in 2026. Ryan Doswell with the Pascagoula Fire Department joins us with tips to have a safe and fun start to the year. Categories: Local News, News Tags: 2026, fireworks, pascagoula fire department, safety
Moss Point, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Moss Point is preparing for Carnival Season! The city’s King’s Parade is taking place on January 3rd. Chairwoman Heather Austin joins us with the details. Categories: Local News, News Tags: carnival season, City of Moss Point, Kings Parade, moss point
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV) — He’s a hometown hero on the football field, and now he’s giving back to his community. Auburn quarterback Deuce Knight, a George County graduate, made spirits bright in Lucedale on Tuesday afternoon with his inaugural toy drive. From breaking records as a freshman in Jordan-Hare Stadium to collecting Christmas gifts to share with local children, Knight…
Dense fog will be the main weather concern through Wednesday morning and again around daybreak on Christmas, but once it clears, Christmas Day will feel unseasonably warm with partly sunny skies and afternoon highs in the low to mid 70s. That mild, almost spring-like weather will continue through the end of the week and into the weekend with highs styaing…
With Christmas just days away toys will soon be everywhere but some gifts meant for fun can quickly turn dangerous, from choking hazards to battery-related injuries. WXXV’s Everett Ganier Jr. talked to doctors at Gulfport Memorial Hospital about what parents should watch out for before kids start opening presents. Categories: Local News, News Tags: christmas, safety, toys
Pass Christian, Miss. (WXXV) – ‘Celebrate the Gulf’ Marine Education Festival is taking place on April 11th at War Memorial Park. Ahead of the festival, a poster and T-shirt design competition is taking place for residents on the Gulf Coast. Jennifer Cumbest with Grand Bay NERR joins us to discuss the deadline and how artists can take part. Categories: Local…
Long Beach, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is ringing in the New Year with a ball drop. Louisiana Landfall provides the music while a block party takes over Jeff Davis Avenue. Joining us to discuss the fun is Courtney Cuevas. Categories: Local News, News Tags: 2026, Ball Drop, City of Long Beach, Long Beach, new year
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport Admirals went on to become State Champions earlier this month. We’re joined in studio by Coach Blake Pennock, discussing the championship and getting the team to this point. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Coach Blake Pennock, Gulfport Admirals, state champions
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — In the spirit of giving, Back Bay Mission in Biloxi is providing assistance to the unhoused community and those in need ahead of Christmas. In the past week, Back Bay Mission handed out around 150 gift baskets stocked full of food items like chickens, turkeys, and of course canned items and extras for a full Christmas…
NEW ORLEANS, La. (WXXV) — Sunday marked the New Orleans Saints’ final game in Caesars Superdome for the 2025 season, as the Black and Gold hosted the New York Jets. It would turn into an exciting afternoon for the Saints faithful who filled the stadium, as the home team would come away with the 29-6 win. It marked their third-straight…
NEW ORLEANS, La. (WXXV) — The Ole Miss Rebels are officially Sugar Bowl bound. The sixth-seeded Rebels downed 11th-seeded Tulane with ease in the first round of the College Football Playoff on Saturday, winning that game 41-10. Ole Miss scored its first touchdown in the first minute of action and never looked back from there. It was also the first…
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV) — Bowl season rolls on all across college football, including for the Southern Miss Golden Eagles. USM has reached postseason play for the first time since 2022. The Golden Eagles will take on Western Kentucky in the 2025 New Orleans Bowl on December 23rd at 4:30pm at Caesars Superdome. The Hilltoppers bring an electric offense to the…
The Mississippi Association of Coaches has announced its 2025 All-State Volleyball Teams, and quite a few student-athletes and coaches have been selected for the prestigious honor. Here’s a list of which South Mississippi volleyball standouts where honored on this year’s teams. Class 7A Coach of the Year: Christina Daigle, Ocean Springs Class 7A Team Sydney Allen, Gulfport Anna Hoffmayer, Ocean…
A quiet and mild stretch of weather settles in through the holiday week, with fog being the main concern, especially overnight and during the early mornings. By Tuesday morning, patchy fog develops before giving way to sunshine and a pleasant afternoon with temperatures near 70. Fog becomes more widespread Tuesday night into early Wednesday, then continues to show up in…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss (WXXV)- The 35th annual Christmas Feed The Needy event is returning once again this holiday season, continuing a long-standing tradition of giving back in Harrison county. This community-wide effort provides meals to Harrison County residents who may need extra help during the holidays. Although the deadline to request a meal for this year has already passed, residents…
There’s nothing better when the weather is mild than enjoying a community park. Welcome to Lee Tingle Park on Orchard Rd in Pascagoula. Lee Tingle Park, managed by the city of Pascagoula and formerly named MCC Park, is home to a lighted baseball field, and lighted softball field, including batting cages, restrooms, a concession stand, and a full-sized lighted basketball…
No matter the season – Frios Gourmet Pops has the sweet treats for your next event anywhere across the Coast! Fruity or creamy, Frios offers dozens of rotating flavors of popsicles and you can book them for events, catering or order delivery online! Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight Tags: amanda cook, Chamber Member Spotlight, chamber spotight, food truck, frios, frios gourmet…
This month’s Allen Beverages Local Eats features a local catering company making a splash at the Gulfport Harbor Lights. Liz & Nomie’s Gourmet Eats serves up creole cuisine with a soul flare plus holiday specialties for the whole family. Categories: Local Eats Tags: Allen Beverages, christmas, gourmet, Gulfport Harbor Lights, jesus ramirez, liz and nomie’s, local eats, Pepsi, Raven Allen
Christmas is later this week and instead of cooling nicely we’re off to a damp start and warming for most of the week. This morning saw lows in the mid 60s with a few stubborn showers lingering overhead, and areas of fog. Dense Fog advisories were issued for our coastal counties as well as Pearl River County, but only one…
Ryan explores the fun ways to use the new Photo Pass feature at the Mississippi Aquarium to capture memories while staying in the moment. Categories: Wild Wonders Tags: Aquarium, Mississippi Aquarium, photo pass, Photography, Ryan Mahan, souvenir, wild wonders
Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)- Beach Elementary students were recognized for being named one of the first Mississippi Blue Ribbon Schools. A celebration took place on December 12th. Students from the school and those who contributed to the honor in past years were brought from Trent Lott Academy to take part. City officials and board members from the Pascagoula – Gautier…