This week starting out a lot differently than last week when it was falsely reported the Lane Kiffin would be leaving Ole Miss to become the next head coach at Auburn. As it turns out, Kiffin signed a new contract to stay in Oxford worth $9 million per year. So, it’s the other candidate, Hugh Freeze, officially returning to the…
We’re on tap for a quiet but chilly evening. Temperatures will bottom out towards the mid 50’s and we’ll see a gradual increase in cloud coverage in advance of the next system that will approach our area by tomorrow. Tomorrow, we’ll be under a SLIGHT risk for severe weather (Level 2 out of 5). The greatest threats we could see…
For the first time since 2019, Southern Miss is going bowling on the back of its 20-10 road win at Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday. The key sequence coming in the fourth quarter, starting with a Brendan Toles blocked punt followed by a 33-yard touchdown run on the very next play, courtesy of Frank Gore Jr., who went off for a career-high…
The Gulfport Museum of History is sharing the story behind the creation and legacy of beloved Christmas icon Mr. Bingle. A beloved Christmas mascot, Mr. Bingle is a holiday snowman who sparks jolly cheer for many who remember him. Gulfport Museum of History Director Betty Shaw said, “People my age and a little older and a little younger, growing up…
The Model Train Railroad Museum welcomes visitors and invites them to enjoy their light display. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children. It includes rides on their locomotives across their two-million light display as well as entrance into the museum itself. Our camera crew hopped aboard the Miss Laurene and journeyed through the display with the Deaton family….
Pleasant weather with seasonable temperatures have been observed throughout the day today on the backside of a shortwave trough lifting into mid-atlantic CONUS as height rises and stable air keep things quiet today. This will change, however, beginning overnight tonight in preparation for a more prolific, deep trough that will dig into the central plains. A lee cyclone is developing…
The City of Ocean Springs has begun a much-needed makeover on Gay Lemon Park for the first time in quite a while. The park was built several decades ago, but has seen some deterioration in recent years. After receiving a grant for about $260,000 from the U.S. Park Service, the city decided it was time for a remodel. So far,…
The State Board of Education has named a North Carolina educator and Mississippi native as the next state superintendent. The department announced Dr. Robert Taylor as the new leader of Mississippi’s 140 public school districts. His appointment ends a monthslong search after former superintendent Carey Wright stepped down from the position in June. Dr. Taylor was most recently a deputy…
A long-standing member of the Pascagoula Police Department died on Thursday after a battle with cancer. Former Detective Bureau Command Captain Shannon Massey spent 23 years with the Pascagoula Police Department before recently retiring. He began his career with the department as a jailer and climbed his way up to captain of administration. Prior to his time with the police…
A spectacular light display for the family can be enjoyed at the Mississippi Coast Model Railroad Museum in Gulfport. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf is at museum with more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: christmas light display, MS Coast Model Railroad Museum
It’s that time of year again for the Gulfport Civic League’s Tour of Homes, an event that benefits children and adults with special needs. For 60 years now, the Tour of Homes has showcased beautiful houses across the city. This year’s tour, coming up this weekend, will feature houses on Second Street. Civic League officials say the tour brings families…
The Art House in Ocean Springs is hosting its inaugural Very Merry Art Market this Saturday. Members of the Ocean Springs Art Association will be selling their original paintings, pottery, glass, and jewelry, all perfect for holiday gifts. Dancers from Donna’s Visual and Performing Arts Center will present impromptu performances. Three gift baskets valued at more than $200 each will…
As you’re out and about shopping this holiday season, don’t forget to take a second and donate to the Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign. Due to inflation, the number of people experiencing homelessness continues to increase. The Salvation Army remains committed to helping individuals and families have a safe place to rest as well as provide food, rent, utility, and…
A Coast favorite restaurant made a big donation to the Pass Christian School District. Shaggy’s Restaurant presented a $50,000 check to the district for the Pass Christian Early Learning Collaborative. The early learning collaborative is a one-to-one tax credit program that aims to provide high-quality early education to four-year-old children. The pre-k children at the presentation were ecstatic to see…
The holidays are all about giving and the best gift you can give local businesses is your support by shopping small. While Black Friday and Cyber Monday offer major savings, those two days aren’t the only opportunities to find gifts for everyone on your list. Hillyer House was one of the many South Mississippi businesses participating in Small Business Saturday…
Disney CEO Bob Iger held a town hall with employees today and billions are expected to be spent today on Cyber Monday, but with sales starting so early, is Cyber Monday still a thing? Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Asgard Motorcycle Club held its 38th annual Toy Run for charity this weekend. Riders were encouraged to donate one new toy, clothing, or pay $10 per motorcycle at Big Dawg’s Roadhouse in the Kiln. Riders participate in this event the Sunday after Thanksgiving each year. Many cruised to different stops in South Mississippi, picking up more toys and more bikers…
Don’t have a Christmas tree yet?? Well, we might have just the place. You may find your perfect tree at the Christmas tree farm by the Coast Fireworks Building on Washington Avenue. If you’re in the market for a fresh cut North Carolina Fraser fir tree that can also be customized to your preference, you’re in luck. The trees have…
Margaritaville in Biloxi is making it possible for children to not only share their Christmas list with Santa, but spend extra time with St. Nick eating brunch. Margaritaville hosts Breakfast with Santa twice during the holiday season at the Margaritaville Café. Families get to fix their own plates, choosing from a variety of buffet breakfast dishes. Children are then visited…
The holiday season kicked off not only with good deals on gifts, but holiday specials at the Mississippi Aquarium. Santa stopped by to take a dive in one of the aquarium’s tanks to say hello to visitors. You can take your picture with diving Santa at the Spiral Habitat. Just check the aquarium’s website for times. After you finish with…
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 historic Carnegie Library in Gulfport which is now home to the Gulfport Arts Center. Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight
One of the greatest long jumpers in history, University of Mississippi alumna Brittney Reese is already recognized as the university’s most celebrated Olympian. However, her quiet efforts to help and serve others are often overlooked. That changed recently when the 36-year-old Reese was honored in Oxford with the Emerging Young Philanthropist Award by the Ole Miss Women’s Council for Philanthropy….
This afternoon will have plenty of sunshine and temperatures warming to around 70 degrees. Winds will be southerly this afternoon into tonight. The light southerly breeze overnight will contribute to another fog setup for our area tomorrow. Tuesday will be an active day for the South. A frontal system will be racing to its northeast through the day tomorrow. Also,…
Phil Esposito was fired as head coach of the Mississippi Sea Wolves on Monday. Joe Pace Jr will be stepping up as interim head coach for the rest of the season, until a new coach can be found. All other staff will remain the same. Esposito was the first coach in Federal Prospects Hockey League Mississippi Sea Wolves history. His…