GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A traveling Revolutionary War exhibition is now open at the Gulfport Museum of History. A local chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution partnered with the Historical Society of Gulfport to bring the American Revolution Experience to the museum. The exhibition features display panels and interactive digital kiosks, allowing visitors to experience…
Fog will continue to be an issue late at night and during the early morning hours through Thursday, with periods of dense fog which could impact travel at times. Afternoons stay well above average, with highs mainly in the low to mid 70s under partly sunny skies. Rain chances increase late Thursday night and Friday, with showers likely and a…
For those of you who spent the holidays gathering with family indoors or traveling and are now feeling under the weather, you’re probably not alone. It’s still peak flu season. It’s important to stay home if you feel sick, cover coughs, and sneezes with your elbow or a tissue and wash your hands frequently. Health officials at Singing River in…
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-Coast mayors say they’re pushing for funding this year that supports growth, from tourism to storm recovery and long-term infrastructure. Kristen Kaylor with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center shows us what that could look like. Coastal cities across South Mississippi continue to see growth in population and tourism — and leaders say keeping up depends…
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Tuesday is a big day in Jackson as lawmakers from every corner of the state converge at the state capitol for the start of the 2026 Legislative Session. Both houses will officially gavel in at noon Tuesday and will remain in regular session through April 5. Lots of major topics will be on the agenda this session,…
Library systems across South Mississippi are coming together for the annual ‘Homegrown’ event. Ahead of that, volunteers are needed. Sarah Crisley-Ruskey and Kevin Cole join us with how you can get involved. The book festival takes place January 30 and 31 at the USM Gulf Park Campus. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News Tags: Homegrown
Women of Wisdom is hosting their first luncheon of the year at the Knight Nonprofit Center. Robin Killeen and Dr. Eileen Whittemore join us with more. The luncheon takes place January 14 at the Knight Nonprofit Center in the Regions Room. It runs from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mockingbird Café is hosting their ninth annual ‘Dolly Should’ Festival this weekend. Alicein and Kerry join us now for the details. Dolly Should Festival takes place January 10 at the Mockingbird Café in Bay St. Louis. Categories: Local News Tags: Dolly Should
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV)- Lucedale Urgent Care announces they have officially moved to a new location. The clinic on Frontage Road has moved to Redd Lane next to the Walmart. This facility opened Monday morning. The clinic is currently using a temporary phone number at this time. That number is 601-514-0117. The Urgent Care Facility thanks everyone for patience during the…
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With schools returning this week, the Jackson County Fire Protection team wants to remind all about safety in the mornings. Drivers are told to use extra caution and remember to stop for buses that are loading or unloading students. Drivers are also reminded to be on the lookout for kids near bus stops in the morning. Traffic on the road…
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Millions of packages were being delivered across the country during the holiday season. In Poplarville, residents say what hasn’t been delivered is a promise, four years in the making for a post office. Mikaya Jackson with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center shows us the impact. Outside the mobile post office in the heart of…
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Sunday was a somber anniversary in George County; it marked the two-year anniversary since the death of Deputy Jeremy Malone. Deputy Malone was killed during a traffic stop on January 4, 2024. The shooting happened on Highway 98. He was no stranger to law enforcement across the Coast, being sworn in as a reserve officer to help…
Last week a cold front starting things off frosty, but while we saw another front move through over the weekend we’re in for a warm week ahead. This morning was the coolest we’ll see all week long in the upper 40s/low 50s, which is chilly-to-cool but still a good 10° warmer than we should be for the first week of…
Patchy fog may form overnight with mostly cloudy skies and lows near 52. Fog could linger early Monday before skies gradually turn sunnier, with a high around 66. Mostly cloudy conditions continue Monday night with lows near 56. Tuesday brings sunnier conditions and warmer temperatures, reaching near 70 with light south winds. Categories: Weather Headlines
Speaking of hype, it’s the grand finale! The Pascagoula Panthers hosting the Greene County Wildcats to close out the Panther Classic. Grab your snacks and silence your cell phones because the show it about to start. Starting out hot is the senior Ireyion Harvey who drains not one but two threes back to back out the gate, showing he can…
Finally it’s time for a coast versus coast matchup! The Pass Christian Pirates facing the Resurrection Catholic Eagles. A whole lot of talent on both sides so this should be good. The Eagles wasted no time to soar, Keyshawn Nesbitt sends it to Simeon Ballard in the paint and slams it down to regain the lead. Nesbitt again bringing it…
Our second game is with the Ocean Springs Greyhounds playing a tough Meridian Wildcat team. Chip Claunch passes one in bounds deep to Jeremie Packer and he’s all alone shooting a three like it’s clock work. He thrives on that momentum stealing a ball, bounce passing it under the goal to Jayvon Williams and the hounds see some light! A…
We’re starting things off with the Biloxi Indians as they take on the South Jones Braves. Down by 10, Kentrell Beasley sends a no-look pass to Jakylen Edwards and he times things right with a layup. Beasley would then try from the 3 point line, shot no good but helping his guy is Carnellous Lenard putting it right back up….
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Gulfport is rolling out new “$1,000 No Dumping” signs and asking residents to report violators. It’s part of a renewed push to tackle litter. Makiya Jackson with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center shows us what locals and city leaders say it will take to clean up the Coast. Litter like this isn’t an uncommon…
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ina Thompson Library in Moss Point will be hosting an aspirational art board workshop on January 6. This program is geared towards anyone 18 or older. Adults are invited to visualize goals and set intentions for the year. The workshop takes place from 4 to 6 that day. All materials will be provided as well….
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ina Thompson Library in Moss Point announces a new event for the year. Homeschool Story Time will take place every first Thursday at 3:30. Elementary age students and anyone who loves to read are invited. Library staff say this will be a relaxed and welcoming space to learn, listen, and enjoy stories. Categories: Local News…
JACKSON, MISS. – 2025 marked one of the most significant years in recent memory for the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). In the 2025 session, a sweeping tax reform law passed the Mississippi Legislature, and with it came an increase in the gas tax, a primary source of funding for MDOT. “Mississippi’s 2025 tax reform legislation signifies the first time we…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- In Biloxi, Highway 90 from Veterans Avenue to Brady Drive is expected to have westbound right lane closed next week. Crews will be on site to repave the roadway. Closures will be in effect from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. starting Monday, January 5. The work is expected to wrap up by January 9. This closure will…