You may have noticed old roads being paved or new school books, or laptops, for your children, but did you know the lottery may have paid for it? The state highway fund was created when the lottery law was passed in 2018. The first 80 million dollars in proceeds from the lottery is allocated to the Mississippi Department of Transportation…
Ringing in the new year is prime time for fun and fireworks, but you should also be aware that others may not feel the same way about the celebrations. For several combat veterans, fireworks and other loud noises may bring symptoms that are difficult to cope with. A military veteran that is suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder can be triggered…
The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is planning to expand their reach in 2023. The chamber plans to lean into its purpose by continuing to help small, local businesses through grants, ribbon cuttings, and promotions. They hope to grow their memberships in order to help more businesses. For 2023, they are looking into the future by expanding their P-3 program:…
The Mississippi Department of Transportation project in Harrison and Hancock counties was selected by DOT to receive $60 million. The project will widen Interstate 10 from four to six lanes west of Diamondhead to just east of County Farm Road in Long Beach. It also includes intelligent transportation system improvements from about two miles west of the 603/43 interchange to…
Mississippi Highway Patrol’s statewide New Year’s holiday enforcement travel period, with increased patrols, kicked off this morning. The enforcement period ends January 2nd at midnight. Troopers will be on increased alert for impaired and distracted driving, along with other common traffic violations. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Driving, mississippi highway patrol, safety, travel, travel enforcement period
With such a diverse range of industry and businesses, Jackson County saw a lot of growth in 2022 and there’s no stopping that growth as we head into 2023. In studio with more is Jaylon Morris with the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: business, economy, Jackson County Chamber of Commerce
Samsung unveils a new smart fridge that lets you watch TikTok and order from Amazon. Southwest Airlines says the holiday meltdown will certainly hit fourth-quarter results. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
The time-honored custom of making new year’s resolutions allows people to refocus their energy on self-improvement, beginning on the first of January each year. A new year means new resolutions. For those participating in the tradition, the fireworks will celebrate more than a farewell to 2022 and a hello to 2023, it will signify the beginning of a new journey…
WXXV and the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce have teamed up to spotlight one outstanding local business every month. This month, we take you inside the Biloxi business that is a crafter’s dream, Peace by Piece. Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight Tags: Chamber of Commerce spotlight, mississippi gulf coast chamber of commerce, Peace by Piece
A line of strong to severe thunderstorms will move through our area this afternoon. As this line moves into our area it will continue to be favorable for producing severe winds gusts as well as possibly producing a couple short lived tornadoes. While this line was not moving too fast early on in its formation, it has been picking up…
Another fun match-up at the Gulfport Holiday Classic, Pascagoula taking on Metamora out of Illinois, coached by former Gulfport Head Man Danny Grieves, father of St. Stanislaus Head Coach Daniel Grieves. Pascagoula drops a heartbreaker 62-60, last two games of the day decided by a combined three points. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: Gulfport Holiday Classic, high school basketball, sports
When Gulfport and Harrison Central get together, it’s always the hottest ticket in town. Now add on the fact that a lot of people are off work and kids are out of school and it is the 39th annual Gulfport Holiday Classic that ticket just got even hotter. Day two action at Bert Jenkins Gymnasium, Admirals and Red Rebels in…
The Ole Miss football program was riding high seven games into the season, still undefeated before losing five out of their last six. That culminated with last night’s Texas Bowl debacle in which the Rebels never led and trailed by more than one score for the final 37 minutes of the game. The Rebels fall to the Red Raiders 42-25….
Patchy fog will be possible for some us tonight with tons of moisture in the air. Partly to mostly cloudy skies can be expected overall. There is a storm system to our west that will be impacting our weather. There is a 20% chance of rainfall, particularly towards daybreak. The frontal system will slowly make its way east. It has…
As we prepare to toast to 2023, we checked in with a local liquor store that has been lifting spirits this holiday season. At Pooh’s Liquor Store on Dedeaux Road in Gulfport, business has been non-stop since Thanksgiving. During this year, it’s often hard to keep up the supply, especially when the demand for a special type of alcohol is…
As we wind down on 2022, we are taking a look at some of the stories that captured the attention of our viewers this year. From the state legislature to the death of a beloved mascot to the loss of two police officers. Let’s take a look at how the top stories of 2022 lined up this year. We begin…
Today was a very warm, but quiet day across our area. A warm and humid airmass is in our area which will help fuel tomorrow’s weather-maker. Tonight will feature mostly cloudy skies and temperatures on the mild side. Patchy fog could develop overnight. There is a 20% chance of rain before daybreak. Showers and thunderstorms will increase in coverage through…
After being a staple attraction at Pine Hills Nursery in Pass Christian for more than 60 years, Chomper the Alligator has died. The story of Chomper, also known as the king of the wild side, goes all the way back to 1958 when a man named Billy Cuevas rescued him right after he hatched. He was only six inches long….
With New Year’s Eve just right around the corner, fireworks stores and tents are popping up around the Coast. Wilson Fireworks has six different locations along the Gulf Coast including Ocean Springs, Saucier, Moss Point and Poplarville. Owner Barbara Wilson tells News 25 that the sales have been pretty slow recently which came as a surprise since we are close…
After more than 30 years of service, Sheriff Troy Peterson has announced that he will retire when his term ends. Sheriff Peterson is finishing out his career right where it started. Before he was sheriff, Peterson began as a corrections officer at the Harrison County Adult Detention Center. It wasn’t until friends, family, and locals brought up the idea that…
The Coast Guard is currently searching for four people who were aboard a downed helicopter in the Gulf of Mexico. The crash happened ten miles off Southwest Pass in Louisiana. The helicopter reportedly was in the process of departing an oil platform when it crashed. One of the men aboard is a Gulf Coast man named David Scarborough, who lived…
Some families go into debt to visit Walt Disney World and wine and champagne prices pop ahead of New Year’s Eve. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
With the New Year comes some New Year’s resolutions and what better resolution than getting back in the gym? While making the vow is easy, sticking with it is the tricky part. According to a recent study by Discovery Healthy Habits, 46 percent of people who make resolutions are still successful in keeping it after six months. However, Gulfport Planet…
Mississippi Highway Patrol’s statewide New Year’s holiday enforcement travel period with increased patrols begins tomorrow morning at 6 a.m. and will end January 2nd at midnight. Troopers will be on increased alert for impaired and distracted driving, along with other common traffic violations. Categories: Local News, News Tags: mississippi highway patrol, travel enforcement period