BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – On Monday at 7:35 AM, Pope Francis died of a cerebral stroke that put him into a coma and led to irreversible heart failure. Pope Francis is history’s first Latin American pontiff and was 88 at the time of his death. Over 12,000 Catholics reside in Mississippi, and the community is mourning his passing and reflecting…
GULFPORT, Miss (WXXV) – We are still recovering from the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill that happened 15 years ago, devastating our seafood industry and marine life here on the coast. Eleven people were tragically killed in the rig explosion that caused one of the most damaging environmental catastrophes the United States has ever seen, spewing 134 million gallons of oil…
Watch out for pop up showers across the area for the next couple of days. A gradually weakening stationary front draped across north of the area allowing southerly flow and the chance for showers to pop up through out the next couple of days. There is no severe threat for Tuesday or Wednesday but we are still watching for a…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Skateparks Association is hosting an event in May. The second annual Biloxi Skate Fest is scheduled for May 9 and 10. May 9 will have a best trick contest and ramp jam, an after party taking place afterwards. For May 10, a youth contest and an adult contest will take place. For those who…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Skateparks Association announces another youth skate clinic coming up this weekend. On April 26, volunteers will be on site to offer guidance and answer any questions. Helmets are required, but pads are encouraged. For any kids without helmets, they will be provided. The location for the clinic is at the DIY skatepark on Hopkins…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County Supervisor Marlin Ladner is in the WXXV studio to talk about a letter he sent to the Corps of Engineers on behalf of the Coast. The letter regards the possibility of opening the Bonnet Carre Spillway, which is an environmental disaster for the Mississippi Coast. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Bonnet Carre Spillway
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- As Catholics and people across the globe continue to mourn the death of Pope Francis, behind the scenes at the Vatican right now, a detailed and centuries-old plan is being put into motion for the late pontiff’s funeral and the process for choosing his successor. The Holy See and Vatican City is in a period of Sede…
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HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Katherine Sutton with Mississippi Heroes and Matthew Boyd with Gulf Coast Medical Supplies join us in studio. They’re here to talk about a modular wood ramp training event this Friday. The public is invited out to the lunch and learn on Friday, April 25th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center. For…
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Hancock Resource Center is hosting a crawfish cookoff this Saturday. Center President Rhonda Rhodes joins us ahead of the event. Teams will compete for the best crawfish and many other awards. The event will take place on Coleman Avenue in Waveland from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 228-463-8887. Categories: Community Headlines…
SOUTH MISS (WXXV)- Voters in six South Mississippi cities will head to the polls Tuesday for a handful of municipal primary run-off elections. Those races are: Bay St. Louis GOP Alderman at Large primary between Larry Smith and Lonnie J. Falgout Biloxi GOP Ward 3 primary between Dixie Newman and Robert Nail Diamondhead GOP Ward 1 primary between Shane Finley…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-As Catholics and Christians here in South Mississippi and worldwide mourn the death of Pope Francis, many leaders are sending out their condolences. In a statement released Monday morning by the Catholic Diocese of Biloxi, Bishop Louis Kihneman says “The Pope’s unwavering dedication to the Gospel touched countless hearts and brought the light of Christ to all corners…
We’re off to a cloudy and humid start today, which is really just a continuation of our weekend weather…a pattern that’ll stick with us for the rest of the week. The most notable difference today is the addition of a few showers for our mid-morning hours, which will increase slightly to few-to-scattered showers and thunderstorms in the early afternoon. These…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- It was a festive weekend along the Coast, but one local organization focused on giving back this Easter weekend by battling food insecurities. ‘Making Groceries Happen’ is a local nonprofit organization that goes to grocery stores and gives back to those in need with an emphasis on the elderly. With inflating prices, many are struggling to afford…
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Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Skateparks Association hosted a community yard sale on Saturday. Association members and volunteers coming out early to raise money for a permanent skatepark at the Biloxi underpass. The Gulf Coast Skateparks Association’s president Tyler Prowant saying the idea comes from his sister-in-law with hopes of future yard sales. Items range from clothing, electronics, furniture…
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- There were plenty of Easter events on the Coast this weekend, but one notable event over the years has been Waveland’s annual Easter Parade. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren has more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: easter, waveland
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- “Happy birthday!” Delores Stanley turned 100 years old on April 19th, family from all over the country coming to surprise her. Residents and friends at Summerfield Senior Living taking part in the festivities as well. “It’s fantastic, it’s so fun to have everyone here. Our family kind of spreads all over several states so for everyone to…
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Chandeleur Island Brewing Company is celebrating their 10th year of Chandyfest. They’re doing it with a special drink, music, and the community coming out. “Me and my daughter, we just moved to Biloxi a year ago. When we heard about Chandyfest, we applied and they accepted us. This is my second time attending Chandyfest,” said Rome Brown,…