BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A historic Biloxi landmark is getting new life thanks to a grant aimed at preserving Mississippi stories ahead of America’s 250th anniversary. The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art has been awarded a $20,000 America250 Legacy Grant from the Mississippi Humanities Council. The funding will support restoration and updates to the Pleasant Reed House, a historic home that represents…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport fire crews battled a mid-day house fire in north Gulfport and rescued a number of dogs in the process. The fire was at the corner of Alabama Avenue and Polk Street. Gulfport Fire Chief Billy Kelley says no one was hurt, but firefighters recused seven dogs, two adult pit bull and five puppies. The cause of…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Traintastic in Gulfport is hosting a workshop for anyone interested in learning about model trains. Meredith Horn joins us with details on their Fundamentals of Model Railroading program. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Carnival Association of Long Beach’s parade is scheduled for February 7. Ahead of that, vendors of all types can register to set up at the Harper McCaughan Town Green. Jason Green from the association joins us with details. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News
We are still warming up each morning and afternoon for the rest of the week, but it wasn’t enough to keep us out of frosty territory again this morning. South Mississippi cities remained below freezing, but overall warmed up between 2-5° over where we were yesterday. This afternoon will end up being just a degree or so warmer with highs…
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Police Department is asking for help in a case that started last Friday. Police saying multiple businesses were vandalized with spray paint. Police are asking for anyone with information, surveillance footage or who witnessed the activity. You can report the incident at 601-928-5444. If you prefer to remain anonymous, you can also call Crime Stoppers…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- It has been a week since Biloxi’s new Chief Chris De Back was appointed by the city council. WXXV News 25’s Megan Fayard sat down with him to see how he is adjusting to the new role and to get a look at his goals for the future. Categories: Featured, Local News
January’s Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber Member Spotlight shines on Butler Pharmacy in Gulfport! Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight Tags: butler pharmacy, Chamber Member Spotlight, Chamber Of Commerce, gulfport pharmacy, laura benoit, ms gulf coast chamber, Pharmacy, rachael butler
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — One Coast basketball standout has had an interesting high school career — from moving to a new country, to suffering a season-ending injury just one year ago. However, he hasn’t let that slow him down, and now he’s at the top of his game! WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen introduces us to our WXXV Student Athlete…
PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV) — Thursday will be a busy day in Perkinston, as both the MGCCC baseball and softball teams begin their 2026 campaigns. Sports Director Ansley Brent brings us a preview of the Bulldogs baseball team ahead of its opening day game against Florida Post Grad. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: MGCCC, MGCCC Athletics, MGCCC Baseball, mississippi…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Harrison Central High School has hired former Columbia defensive coordinator Chris Fortenberry as its next head coach. Fortenberry helped lead the Wildcats to their third-straight title in 2025 following an undefeated season. He’s served as a defensive coordinator across the state for 15 years and was previously the head coach at Richton High School. Fortenberry replaces…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — St. Patrick’s Alex Patino continued her impressive season in a big way on Tuesday. The junior scored 45 points in the Lady Irish’s 72-54 upset of Our Lady Academy. That’s a career-best in a single game for Patino, and it marks one of the biggest outings in program history. Congratulations, Alex! Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports…
We have a mostly clear and chilly night ahead, with widespread frost developing after midnight and lows dropping to the upper 20s and low 30s. A mix of clouds and sunshine through the day on Thursday will bring us a mild afternoon with highs around 57 and a light southerly wind. Clouds gradually increase Thursday night into Friday, then a…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A burn barrel that got out of hand led to an intense shed fire at a Gulfport home Wednesday morning. That’s according to Gulfport Fire Chief Billy Kelly. Firefighters were quickly dispatched to the scene and put the fire in the shed out and prevented the flames from spreading to a nearby house. No injuries were reported….
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Long Beach city officials gathered at the harbor Wednesday to dedicate the Harbor House in honor of a long-time harbor employee. The building at the harbor is now known as the Danny Kaletsch Harbor Master Building. City leaders say this is a great way to honor Danny and recognize the future of the harbor as it…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Cold weather shelters across South Mississippi have been open nearly daily since late last week, providing a safe place to stay for South Mississippians who may not have reliable heat sources. With cold conditions expected to continue through the rest of the week, demand for these services remains steady. The Salvation Army Center of Hope in Gulfport…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County civic leaders gathered in Pascagoula Wednesday for an update on county business and what’s in store for the county in 2026. District 2 Supervisor Ennit Morris gave this year’s address at the Grand Magnolia Ballroom. Topics discussed include industry expansion throughout the county, infrastructure work being done this year, and the county’s celebration for…
Freezing temperatures put a strain on your pipes. If you don’t make the effort to protect them, they can burst. WXXV’s Brynne Baxley spoke with a plumbing technician for tips on preventing this. Categories: Local News
The Gulf Coast Orchid Society is hosting their 46th annual Orchid Show is coming up. William Thompson joins us with the details. The orchid show takes place January 30, 31 and February 1 at the Gautier Convention Center. For more information call 601-530-8778. Categories: Local News
Every other Wednesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us is Katie King with this week’s News 25 Pet of the Week, Baylor! Categories: Local News, Pet of the Week
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi’s new police department leadership was ceremonially pinned Tuesday in a ceremony at the Lopez-Quave Public Safety Center. Mayor FoFo Gilich recognized new Police Chief Chris De Back and also introduced the department’s new deputy chief, Grandver Everett. De Back was approved as the city’s next chief by the city council last week. Assistant Chief Everett is…
The Gulf Coast Community Foundation is celebrating its second annual 228 Day throughout February. Tiffany Bell joins us now with the details. For more information about 228 Day, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News
South Mississippi woke up frosty once again today, despite an over 10 degree warm-up from where we were yesterday. That still had us below freezing in every South Mississippi location, which really drives home the fact yesterday was the coldest we’ve been yet this winter. That “record” won’t last long though, because while we’re warming for the rest of the…
As we moved forward in the new year, CASA of Southeast Mississippi is reaching out to people who may be interested in volunteering and making a difference in the lives of children on our Mississippi Coast. CASA Advocate Supervisor Artina Graves is here to tell us more about how you can get involved. Click here for more information. Categories: Community…