HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County School District hosted its 4th annual Inclusive Field Day Thursday. Students from D’Iberville, Harrison Central, and West Harrison High School came together for some friendly competition. Inclusive Field Day is a day that many students in the Harrison County School District look forward to all year long. The event was on the Creekbend…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — Two members of the Ocean Springs Board of Aldermen called a special meeting of the board for Monday afternoon to discuss what they say are concerns regarding the city attorney. In a turn of events, the meeting did not take place because the other aldermen failed to show up. The meeting was called by Aldermen…
The 40th annual Kelly Family Thanksgiving Dinner is offering free meals for the community. Joining us in studio is Julie Massengill with the details. The dinner takes place on Thanksgiving from 11 a.m. until the food is gone at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall located at 301 Blaize Avenue, Bay St. Louis. Categories: Local News Tags: Kelly Family Thanksgiving…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The countdown to Thanksgiving has officially begun and airports are already packed with holiday travelers as one of the busiest weeks of the year begins. Officials at the Gulfport Biloxi International Airport offered some tips for travelers. To make your trip smoother, give yourself extra time as security and check in lines are expected to move slower…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- With Thanksgiving a few days away and many families are prepping to cook some of their favorite meals, we decided to check with one of our local fire departments for some tips on cooking safety. It’s almost time again for family and food, but it is important to practice good safety habits in the kitchen. Kitchen…
It’s time once again to honor an outstanding educator in South Mississippi. Elizabeth Keen introduces us to our WXXV and Huntington Learning Center Teacher of the Month, North Bay Elementary’s Brandee Burton. Categories: Featured, Local News, Teacher of the Month Tags: Huntington Learning Center, Teacher of the Month
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BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi police made two arrests as part of Operation Safe, the Attorney General’s statewide operation targeting card skimmers. Thirty-one-year-old Hechavarria Jimenez and 39-year-old Reislandy Coello are accused of using fraudulent credit cards and skimming devices in Biloxi. Investigators were able to recover multiple skimming devices and approximately 66 fraudulent credit cards from a home on North Haven…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- With the home football season in the books for D’Iberville football, the next phase of renovations at Warrior Stadium are underway. The renovations include upgrades to stadium bathrooms, ticket windows, expanded locker room spaces, and seating upgrades. All the work being done is funded through the school district and is aimed at modernizing the aging stadium and…
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced the end of her office’s statewide operation targeting card skimmers. More than 900 Mississippi businesses and 6,000 card reading devices were inspected between November 6 through the 20 for Operation Safe. Through this operation and this year, the AG’s Office has recovered 15 card skimmers in Mississippi. Many South Mississippi police departments partnered with…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The ongoing equine herpes outbreak in the south is causing South Mississippi agriculture officials to take precautions as well. The Harrison County Fairgrounds released a statement saying the fairgrounds and the John Clark Arena will be closed to all equine activity until December 1. Everyone is asked to quarantine their horses and keep them safe. All…
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GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Sunday night deputies with the George County Sheriff’s Department attempted to serve an arrest warrant that turned deadly. The incident happened before 7:15 on Blackberry Lane in Lucedale. Police say that Nicholas Parker barricaded himself inside the home. At one point, he approached the door with what police say appeared to be a weapon. For the…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Two members of the Ocean Springs Board of Aldermen have called a special meeting of the board for Monday afternoon to discuss what they say are concerns regarding city attorney David Harris. In a joint statement, board members Karen Stennis and Shannon Pfeiffer want to discuss the conduct of Harris, which Stennis and Pfieffer say include…
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash on Saturday in Pearl River County. A motorcycle driven by Timothy Campbell Jr. and passenger Karyn Dufrene were traveling east on Highway 26 when they collided with a Dodge Ram. Campbell was pronounced dead on the scene while Dufrene was transported to a local hospital with serious…
This week Ryan explores the discounted dining options at the Mississippi Aquarium’s Pelican Point Cafe with marketing and promotions coordinator, Jillian Rodriguez. From Bayou Nachos and Pepperoni Pizza to Shark Bite Burgers, soft pretzels and french fries – there’s something for everyone to refuel during a day at the Aquarium. Categories: Wild Wonders Tags: Aquarium, dining, jillian…
I hope you all enjoyed this nice Sunday! The week begins mostly sunny with a high near 75. Clouds will increase heading into Monday night with a slight chance of showers and lows around 65. Tuesday is likely to bring us some showers and potential thunderstorms with highs in the mid-70s. Showers linger Tuesday night before partly sunny conditions return…
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- Amazon is investing nearly $3 billion in Vicksburg to build a new data center there. Governor Tate Reeves made that announcement Thursday. The center is expected to create at least 200 high-paying, full-time jobs and support more than 300 additional positions in the region. Construction of the Vicksburg data center complex is expected to begin next year….
A heads up for next week, Waste Pro announces they will not be collecting garbage on Thanksgiving Day. That’s Thursday, November 27. Services will be normal the week of Thanksgiving with service running behind a day following the holiday. This affects the cities of Gulfport, Pascagoula, Gautier, and Ocean Springs. Categories: Local News Tags: waste pro
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi leaders are highlighting the work their sign shop crew is doing. Crews have been giving park signs in the downtown area a fresh look. Work includes sanding, repainting, and detailing the lettering. The team is making sure residents and visitors are able to navigate the area and create a more welcoming space. Categories: National News
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office announced that they will soon be launching an official mobile app. This new app will help keep you informed and connected by offering quick access to alerts, submitting tips, and staying up to date with the latest news from the sheriff’s office. They look forward to this new valuable resource to…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- There are some improvements being made in Biloxi this week. The city’s public works crew has been freshening up the area around the Rue Magnolia bus stop, just south of Mary Mahoney’s. Work is being done to enhance safety and long-term maintenance for the area. Categories: Local News
The George County Regional Correctional Facility has completed its ACA audit. The facility received a perfect score of 100 percent. This is a big accomplishment and reflects the dedication, discipline, and pride of all employees. Categories: Local News Tags: George County Regional Correctional Facility
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Set up for the annual Gulfport Harbor Lights is in full swing. Mississippi’s largest Christmas light show is taking over Jones Park for its 10th year. Workers are out setting up lights and the building displays and props ahead of the event. The festival has expanded over the last decade, starting as just a light show. But…