HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- Over the weekend, the MHSAA 6A Softball State Championship games took place in Hattiesburg. The George County Lady Rebels were looking to claim their second state title in three years. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was at the game with more. Categories: Featured, Local Sports, Sports Tags: George County Lady Rebels, softball, sports
GULF SHORES, Al. (WXXV)- The new Sand in my Boots Festival has replaced Hangout Fest this year in Gulf Shores. Though some fans were disheartened over the loss of Hangout Fest, the Sand in my Boots crowd brought the fun and boosted the local economy. This festival featured primarily country music, but also hosted rap artists such as Money Bag…
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Fire Museum held their annual fish fry fundraiser Friday afternoon. Those looking for a delicious lunch while supporting the museum paid $12 for their choice of fried fish or shrimp. Also offered was beans, potato, salad and bread. The museum is operated by volunteers with the assistance of the City of Biloxi’s Museums Office. Events…
731 days and over 8,000 miles, that’s how far Kyndal Ray Edwards or better known as, A Walking Testimony, has been walking across the United States. Equipped with a cart that spells out “You Matter,” his journey is about far more than logging his daily steps but rather remembering those who are no longer with us due to mental health…
Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)- We’re wrapping up National Police Week, a time to recognize men and women who serve and protect. One of the big issues in the law enforcement community is training. Dave Elliott spoke to Sean Tindell, commissioner of the Mississippi Department of Public Safety, about the importance of training. Categories: Local News, News Tags: DPS, law enforcement,…
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)-The Women’s Resource Center held their annual Biscuits for Babies Fundraiser. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren has more on how this event allocates crucial funds for the organization. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Biscuits for Babies, Biscuits for Babies Fundraiser, fundraiser, women’s resource center
Pascagoula, Miss. (WXXV)- Earlier this month, one Pascagoula resident set sail on an ambitious voyage. Nelson Walker’s goal is to circumnavigate the world by boat, learning to sail at the Singing River Yacht Club. “He’s doing this and facing the elements. That’s his choice, it’s pretty scary for mama,” said Suzanne Gaulin, Nelson’s mother. Walker received a big sendoff featuring…
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- The Empire Fighting Championship is happening at the Biloxi Civic Center tomorrow. Kristian Guirola and Todd Price joins Grant Chighizola in studio to talk all about it. Categories: Local News, News Tags: biloxi, Biloxi Civic Center, Empire Fighting Championship
Gautier, Miss. (WXXV)- Wang Chung is coming to The Sound Amphitheater on June 1st. They’re part of the ‘I Want My 80s’ tour featuring other big artists from the 1980s. Jack Hues joins Grant Chighizola via Zoom to talk more about that and what the group has been up to lately. Categories: Local News, News Tags: ‘I Want My 80s’…
Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)- Theta Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is celebrating 60 years of service to South Mississippi. To honor this legacy, Theta Zeta Omega Chapter will host a 60th Anniversary Luncheon on Saturday. That’s happening at 1 PM at the Slavonian Lodge in Biloxi. Dr. Tracey Morant Adams is the South Eastern Regional Director of…
Pascagoula, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula-Gautier School District in partnership with Singing River Health Care Academy is celebrating the next generation of heroes. Seniors in the Class of 2025 Career and Technical Education program graduated Thursday in a special ceremony held at Pascagoula Hospital. These students aren’t just receiving diplomas, they’re walking into real career opportunities in the medical field with…
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV)- Seniors from Ocean Springs High School took a nostalgic walk down memory lane this week as part of a heartfelt tradition. The Class of 2025 laced up their caps and gowns, visiting Magnolia Park, Oak Park, and Upper Elementary – all schools they once called home. Smiles, hugs and even a few tears filled the halls…
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- We’re now just weeks away from the June 3rd general election for municipal races in South Mississippi. That includes the hotly-contested race for Gulfport mayor. Ahead of the polls opening up, GoGulfport hosted a mayoral forum Thursday night and the big topic focused on city development. At the event, different companies showcased several project coming to the…
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department honored the fallen with an annual ceremony Thursday. Officers spent the afternoon at Bellande Cemetery in Ocean Springs, paying tribute to Sgt. Ernest F. Beaugez. He was killed in the line of duty in 1954. The sergeant was opening a cell in the Pascagoula Jail when a suspect overpowered, disarmed, and…
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV) – Downtown Ocean Springs was transformed into a culinary haven as the city hosted their annual Food and Wine Festival. The festival featured a vibrant atmosphere and a wide variety of delicious food from all through the city of Ocean Springs. Those in attendance were treated to a world of flavor as all the best culinary…
A hotter day for south Mississippi and we have more days just like it ahead. Today highs we in the mid to upper 80s and lower 90s. Our dew points all around in the 70s making today feel very humid outsides. This will continue to be the pattern going into next week. also our heat dome and ridge pattern will…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- News 25 is keeping an eye on city elections on June 3. We’re concentrating on a few mayoral races, including Gautier. In the WXXV Studio Incumbent Mayor Casey Vaughan. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Casey Vaughan, Gautier, Mayoral Candidate
Allen Beverages shows us another great place that the locals like to eat! Grab a slice of authentic New York style pizza or wings at NY Pizza in D’Iberville! Categories: Local Eats Tags: Allen Beverages, d’iberville, local eats, ny pizza, pizza
HATTIESBURG, Miss (WXXV) — George County softball fell just short of a big win in Wednesday’s second game of the MHSAA 6A State Championship. The Lady Rebels lost a tough contest to Neshoba Central, 7-6, to force a winner-take-all game three for the title. After a thrilling 4-1 victory on Tuesday, George County was looking to sweep the series and…
HATTIESBURG, Miss (WXXV) — The East Central Lady Hornets are officially the MHSAA Softball State Champions for the 5A class! The Lady Hornets swept Lafayette — winning 10-3 on Tuesday and 10-6 on Wednesday — to claim their first title since 2013. Abby Danis was named the Most Valuable Player for the 5A championship series. Danis pitched a complete first…
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Susie Davis of ‘Living Local’ comes to the studio to discuss today’s episode, as well as highlighting businesses covered. She joins WXXV News 25’s Grant Chighizola. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Living Local, Susie, Susie Davis
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson-George Regional Library System is hosting a summer kickoff event at the end of the month, geared towards kids and families. Jim Thompson and Bethany Carlisle are here to tell us all about it. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Color Our World, Jackson-George Regional Library System, library, summer kickoff, summer program
Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)- The Alpha Kappa Alpha’s Theta Zeta Omega chapter is celebrating 60 years! A chapter reunion and an anniversary celebration are in the works for this week. Dr. Bridgette Parks is the president of the chapter and joins WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. ahead of the events. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Alpha Kappa Alpha, chapter…
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport held an unveiling event for their Rainbow Memorial Bridge on Wednesday. This will serve as a memorial for all pets who left a paw print on our hearts. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren has the story. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Bayou View Park, City of Gulfport, Gulfport, memorial, Rainbow Memorial Bridge