After a Warm weekend we continue to see above seasonal temperatures this week with rain chances in a few days. Warm and humid weather today across South Mississippi with highs in the mid 80s. overnight we cool down in the low 70s and upper 60s with some places seeing patchy fog Tuesday morning. Warm 80s afternoons will continue to be…
GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence is asking for volunteers ambassadors. The responsibility for an ambassador includes: Raising awareness about domestic violence Connecting victims and survivors with resources Strengthening community ties Receive training and tools to educate others Training for the ambassador class is expected to take place every Thursday from 6 to 8 in July….
Moss Point, MISS. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence recognized Moss Point officers for their service in the community. The community recognition luncheon happened last Friday and Sgt. Marquese Davis received the Law Enforcement Award. Judge Shon Ellerby received the Judicial Award. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence, law enforcement, moss point
WAVELAND, Miss (WXXV)- Construction is officially underway on Waveland’s first hotel in more than 20 years, and it’s going vertical. The $16 million dual-brand Marriot Hotel, featuring Fairfield and TownePlace Suites, is rising along the city’s main business corridor. It’s being built on a four-acre site near the intersection of Highway 90 and the old Spanish Trail. Mayor Trapani says…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) – Pascagoula is bound to break ground on a long-anticipated project.. Transforming Lowery Island into a hub of entertainment and relaxation. With funding in place and a committed developer secured, the Lowery Island project is officially moving forward. Mayor Jay Willis says residents can look forward to something special, right in the heart of their hometown. This…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- There’s a new beauty and wellness establishment along the Gulf Coast offering a range of services including facials, waxing, and other treatments. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. has more on this new local business. The establishment offers a range of beauty and wellness services including esthetics, cosmetology, nail care, and massage therapy. Categories: Local News,…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Association of State Criminal Investigative Agencies kicked off the first day of their spring conference. The conference taking place at the Golden Nugget in Biloxi. Representatives from each state investigative agency and federal agencies have been invited to attend. For the first day, the Mississippi Highway Patrol’s honor guard opened the event, numerous guest speakers arriving…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Pearls are hosting a cheer clinic for kids and teens this weekend as they look for the next group of Pearlettes. The coolest part, those who participate in the clinic will get to perform ahead of a Shuckers game. Alyssa Galeos joins us in studio with more. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Tiffany Alsbury with the Mississippi Gulf Coast chapter of the American Heart Association joins us ahead of this weekend’s Heart Walk in Pascagoula. The Heart Walk takes place Saturday, May 3. The event opens at 8 a.m. and the walk begins at 9 a.m. at Pascagoula Beach Park. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines…
South Mississippi (WXXV)- Mississippi Pro Hockey is returning for another season under new ownership, but a name change may be on the horizon for the franchise. Team leaders are now asking the community for ideas for the rebrand. Those new name submissions will be accepted now until May 11. Submissions can be sent by clicking here. Names will be narrowed…
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BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Thirty-six teams of four came out to Sunkist Golf Club for the 29th annual Spiders’ Charity Golf Classic. The classic is a family tradition put on by the Never Quit Foundation, whose mission is to prove that no matter what happens, you should never quit! For 29 years, the charity golf tournament has raised money for recipients…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Saturday was a beautiful day at the golf course. The Gulf Coast Dream Program took advantage of the sunny day by hosting their 19th annual Charity Golf Tournament. The Dream Program was founded to serve and enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities across the Mississippi Gulf Coast and surrounding areas. They provide over 20…
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- The Hattiesburg Zoo celebrated 75 years over the weekend. The public came out to celebrate with special decorations in every exhibit. One of the highlights is the new Flamingo exhibit located at the front of the zoo. Next door to that exhibit are donkeys as well. Categories: Local News, News Tags: hattiesburg zoo
Last week started rainy and cloudy, but we’re off to a sunny start with this one! The unfortunate thing is the sun won’t stick around long as we get right back into a similar pattern to last week’s with a front creeping our direction all week long. We will cool a touch from where we were yesterday, but it’ll still…
Pearl River County, Miss. (WXXV)- Broadband expansion is moving forward in parts of rural Mississippi, in Pearl River County the impact could be big. Faster internet could mean safer communities, stronger schools and better access for small businesses. In Pearl River County, crews are laying the groundwork – literally – to bring high-speed internet to more homes, schools, and businesses….
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Katrina Memorial Sculpture is now in place at its new home at the Biloxi Visitors Center. It was moved to its new location last week from its previous home at the Biloxi Town Green, where it was subject to damage over the years. City officials are also working on adding an information kiosk near the…
Pascagoula, Miss. (WXXV)- Parks are where childhood memories are made, from splash pads to summer ballgames. In Pascagoula, those memories are being built one meal at a time. A 2% tax on restaurant food and drinks is funding parks and playgrounds across the city. A trip to the splash pad turned into a memory Charlotte Jerde won’t forget — her…
A Mississippi State alumnus who played a pivotal role in the Apollo 13 mission died on Monday. Robert ‘Ed’ Smylie was born in Lincoln County, best known of his role in solving the C02 scrubbers issue during the Apollo 13 mission. He was part of the team finding a solution when the Lunar module started to lose breathable air. Smylie…
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch has filed a temporary restraining order against major pharmaceutical companies, a move she says is designed to protect the Magnolia State’s independent pharmacies. The order was filed in Harrison County Chancery Court this week against Good RX, CVS, and Inside RX. The restraining order for the time being stops these pharmacies from…
Gulfport baseball hosting Petal for their first game of the 2025 post-season. Tolar Raybourn getting the start on the mound for the Admirals. Admirals fall short in game one with a final score of 5-0. They will look to split the series as they hit the road to Petal on Saturday. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Brant Rounsaville,…
Gulfport Lady Admirals hosted Petal high school for game two of their playoff campaigns. Paige Moore gets things started in the second with a single, Skylar Brock does her job and moves her to third, and Jones signee Fairley Hall scores more on a standing double to score the first run of the game. Parker Zahedi and Juliana Espat make…
Some of the world’s best golfers are currently in New Orleans competing for the 2025 Zurich Classic. One pro knows exactly what it takes to bring home this title and he’s from just up the road in Hattiesburg Mississippi. Davis Riley spoke on what the Hub City means to him and what his goals are for this tournament. “Obviously born…
Saw a little rain this afternoon and we can se the chance aging tomorrow for more small pop ups. A few showers cooling places down but continuing to weaken as the move south. One storm was severe earlier this afternoon for 1″ hail and gust winds of 60 mph. Now in the overnight the rain chances decrease with lows in…