HARRISON COUNTY, Miss (WXXV) – At D’Iberville High School, showing up matters — and no one knows that better than senior Z’aandria Downs, who was recently honored for a rare and inspiring achievement: perfect attendance every year since kindergarten. That’s right. Thirteen years. Not a single day missed. “It feels good because I never would’ve thought that I would be…
Heat Dome setting up next week in the Gulf bringing temperatures in the mid to upper 80s and low 90s. Our conditions will be a bit closer to summer feels like as we head through the rest of the week and temperatures climb into the upper 80s. The humidity will inching back more and more, not dramatically, but each day…
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Lynn Meadows Discovery Center sharing their newest splash pad on social media today. The new Seagull Splash Pad opening this Saturday, May 17th. Members of Lynn Meadows will be able to gain early access to the pads from 8:30 to 10 Saturday morning, the ribbon cutting taking place at 10. Then from there until noon, a birthday…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies released four sea turtles this afternoon. The release took place on Biloxi Beach in front of Edgewater Mall. Officials spoke to the crowd ahead of the release. A class from the University of Alabama Birmingham visited the Coast to watch the release. Be sure to keep up with WXXV as more…
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 Former Mayor and Republican Candidate Phil Torjusen. WXXV will have Mayoral Candidate Casey Vaughan in the studio on Thursday at 5 and 6. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Gautier, Mayoral Candidate,…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs School District has announced their new assistant superintendent. Justin Sutton has been named the next assistant superintendent of the district. The School District’s Board of Trustees made the vote on Tuesday to approve his nomination. He rejoins the school district after four years as principal of Long Beach High School. Prior to that…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College School of Nursing and Health Professions held its pinning and recognition ceremony at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum Wednesday morning. This event honored graduates from various health programs, including associate degree nursing, practical nursing, emergency medical services, respiratory care technology, and more. The ceremony also featured a traditional candle-lighting and pinning ritual, symbolizing…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport is hosting a dedication ceremony for all lost pets. A Rainbow Memorial Bridge will be unveiled at Bayou View Park. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren has more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Gulfport, rainbow bridge
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV) – May is Wildfire Prevention Month. The Mississippi Forestry Commission responded to 2,502 wildfires in fiscal year 2024, destroying 24 homes, two commercial buildings. Local firefighters saved 3,886 homes and commercial buildings. The Pass Christian Fire Department uses a variety of tactics to respond to wildfires, depending on the specific situation and needs. Preventing wildfires begins…
One Coast resident is hosting a meet and greet for her book on mental health. Brittnei Farmer joins us in studio to talk about that signing for her book ‘God is Keeping Me.’ The book signing takes place on Saturday, May 31 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hair Power Salon located at 1315 30th Avenue, Gulfport MS 39501. Categories:…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Joining us in studio is Elizabeth Alexander, she’s the education and outreach director of the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum. She’s here to tell us about the Billy Creel Memorial Gulf Coast Wooden and Classic Boat Show. The boat show takes place this weekend from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, click here. Categories: Community…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is starting construction on their gateway project that looks to make some major changes in the area. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was at the Long Beach Harbor and has more on how the project is already impacting residents and businesses in the area. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Long…
Today will still be a fairly typical spring afternoon, but conditions will be a bit closer to summer as we head through the rest of the week and temperatures climb into the upper 80s. The humidity will be creeping up as well, not dramatically, but each day will be a little warmer and more humid than the one before. Eventually…
Meet Tripp, this week’s WXXV Weather Kid! Tripp spends quite a bit of time outside as things start to warm up, which we’ll be doing for the rest of the week. Today will still be a fairly typical spring afternoon, but conditions will be a bit closer to summer as we head through the rest of the week and temperatures…
In this week’s edition of Giving Local Susie sits down with Gulf Coast Woman Magazine’s Crystal Scretching to get the scoop on their “100 Sucessful Women to Know” event coming up on June 6th! Get more details at gcwmultimedia.com Categories: Living Local Tags: beau rivage, crystal scretching, giving local, Gulf Coast Woman Magazine, successful women, Susie Davis, top women
HATTIESBURG, Miss (WXXV) – Two teams representing South Mississippi showed out in the first games of their respective MHSAA State Championship series on Tuesday evening. In the 6A class, George County strung together timely hits and relied on a big pitching performance from Peyton Collins to pick up the 4-1 win over Neshoba Central. The Lady Rebels will go for…
Susie met up with Katie Zazzara at Galleria BMW in D’Iberville to find out how new tariffs are already impacting and expected to change the way we buy cars in America. Categories: Living Local Tags: automotive, BMW, cars, galleria, Katie Zazzara, Living Local, purchase, purchasing, Susie Davis, tariff, tariff talk, tariffs
Warmer temperatures and more humid weather coming in the next few days. We saw warmer temperatures earlier this afternoon in the low 80s. Tuesday will continue to get warmer and a little more wind too. Southerly winds of 10-15 mph are expected to move across the area and this will support more humid conditions in the coming day too. We…
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In Stone County, the school district is releasing the progress report for Stone High. Windows are currently being installed in the academic building as well as the cafeteria. Roofing continues on the cafeteria as well. Erosion control is going into place at the football field. Significant progress has also been done to the CTE parking lot…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Another sea turtle release is planned for Wednesday right outside Edgewater Mall. The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies announced four sea turtles are being released. The time for that is 2:30, but a live stream is planned for all those who cannot attend in person. You can find the live stream on IMMS’ Facebook page. Categories: Local…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) –Local businesses, big industry, and community partners all came together on Tuesday to showcase what makes Jackson County thrive. Hundreds gathered at the Jackson County Civic Center this week for the 2025 Jackson County Industry and Business Expo — a celebration of local innovation, industry, and community connections along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The annual event brought…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County School District announced they will no longer require uniforms, starting with the upcoming school year. The school district says a new dress code has been established to promote student success and minimize disruptions to the classroom. Officials said the clothing and appearance of students should not create a safety hazard, promote illegal behavior,…
It’s National Police Week. Fallen Officer Memorial Ceremonies are happening around the nation including one held by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety. It’s a time to honor service and sacrifice in the law enforcement community. DPS Commissioner Sean Tindell speaks to WXXV about police issues. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Department of Public Safety, Sean Tindell
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- May is Older Americans Month and with 20 percent of the population in Harrison County being aged 60 or older, there are many services for senior citizens in the area, including the ‘RUOK’ welfare program. In December of 2024, Harrison County Senior Resources Agency inherited the RUOK program from the Biloxi Police Department The RUOK program…