Six MGCCC students selected for NASA program

Gulf Coast (WXXV)- Six MGCCC students are selected for NASA’s Community College Aerospace Scholars Program. These students finishing the first mission of the program, proceeding to the last two. Out of the Harrison County Campus, Lam Tran is a sophomore computer science major out of St. Martin. William Buice is from Waveland and is a program alumni now – saying…

Secretary of State Michael Watson discusses municipal elections and tidelands bill

Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Secretary of State Michael Watson visiting the coast to speak to the Rotary Club. Topics discussed include upcoming municipal elections and the failure to pass the tidelands bill. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott caught up with Secretary Watson and learns the latest. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Michael Watson, Municipal elections, secretary of state, secretary of…

Mary C. hosting Earth Day event this weekend

Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mary C. in Ocean Springs is hosting an Earth Day celebration this weekend. Sarah Qarqish joins WXXV News 25 ahead of the event to share what fun is expected for the event. Categories: Local News, News Tags: earth day, Mary C, Ocean Springs

Progress on the Biloxi Saenger Theatre

Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- For decades, the Saenger Theatre brought stories, music and memories to the Gulf Coast. After years of silence, Biloxi’s most iconic stage is being rebuilt – not just for performances, but for the people who called it home. Mallory Strickland with the Southern Miss Roy Howard Community Journalism Center has the story. Categories: Local News, News Tags:…

New details revealed in Gracelynn Vick’s death

Harrison County, Miss. (WXXV)- New details are coming in regards to the death of six-year-old Gracelynn Vick in Saucier this past Sunday. Investigators releasing new details into her disappearance at Harrison County Sheriff’s press conference. The big news coming out of the press conference – investigators say Gracelynn died after climbing into a barrel and closing the lid on herself,…

Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at the 14th annual Eagles Under The Oaks’ Charity Golf Tournament

Pass Christian, Miss. (WXXV)- The 14th annual Eagles Under The Oaks’ Charity Golf Tournament teed off! This tournament, brings together golfers to support the combat-wounded veterans of South Mississippi. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. was live at the Oaks Golf Club in Pass Christian, taking you there. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Combat Wounded Veterans of South Mississippi, Eagles…

Singing River Health Service hosts ribbon cutting for new clinic

Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- On Wednesday morning, Singing River Health System held a ribbon cutting for their new interventional pain management clinic in Gulfport. The clinic provides specialized care for conditions such as back pain, arthritis, and nerve disorders. Treatment options include nerve blocks, joint injections, and other innovative procedures designed to reduce pain and restore function. WXXV News 25 was…

Gulf Blue Navigator Demo Day

GULFPORT, Miss (WXXV)- 6 startup companies are vying for funding here on the coast, looking to make a strong impact on our blue economy. Demo day at the Lynn Meadows Discovery center put the spotlight on six startup companies, all part of the Southern Miss Gulf Blue Navigator Program. The program’s objective is help relocate businesses to the Mississippi coast….

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week: Meet Harrison County’s newest 911 Dispatcher

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) – For law enforcement, dispatchers serve as the first line of communication during emergencies in the community, and this week marks National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department’s newest dispatcher, Rachel Perry, has been in training for the past month, learning what it takes to be a behind-the-scenes hero. The Harrison County Dispatch…

Biloxi Ward 3 challenger Robert Nail speaks on new changes he hopes to bring to the city ahead of runoff elections

As run off elections approach across the Coast, Biloxi Ward 3 challenger Robert Nail joined WXXV to discuss the issues he’s prioritizing as polls are set to open. Nail is set run against Dixie Newman, who’s held the seat for Ward 3 since 2013. Polls for runoff elections will open Tuesday, April 22nd. Categories: Featured, Local News, News

Harrison Central volleyball standout Morgan Varhol signs to continue her academic and athletic career at the collegiate level

Another day, another south Mississippi student-athlete putting pen-to-paper to continue their academic and athletic careers. On Wednesday, Harrison Central senior Morgan Varhol let the ink dry on her national letter on intent to continue her volleyball career at the collegiate level while attending Reid State. In addition to her playing career in high school, Varhol played for the south Mississippi…

Kenneth “Truck” Casey joins WXXV on what he hopes to accomplish in Gulfport Ward 1 ahead of runoff elections

Ahead of the upcoming April 22nd runoff elections, incumbent Gulfport Ward 1 Councilman, Truck Casey, stopped by WXXV. He spoke to WXVV’s Marco Bitonel on what he hopes to accomplish with another term as well as the work that he is most proud of throughout his time as councilman. Casey is set to run against Kendal Buckner in the Democratic…

4/16 – Sam Parker’s “Pleasant” Wednesday Night Forecast

Continuing the streak of wonderful weather because it just keeps on coming. Clear skies and 70s for today. super enjoyable weather to go outdoors and do anything. we will continue the great weather for Thursday with sunny skies and upper 70s. Thursday night will see dewpoints begin to rise dramatically as moisture transport from the Gulf increases. This will result…

Track and field athletes begin postseason at MHSAA Region 4-7A meet

Regional track and field meets are taking place across the Magnolia State, and that includes here in South Mississippi, as six schools competed in the MHSAA Region 4-7A meet at Biloxi High School on Wednesday. Student-athletes from Biloxi, D’Iberville, Gulfport, Harrison Central, Ocean Springs and St. Martin competed in a variety of individual events with the goal of advancing deeper…

Gulfport grieves tragic loss of beloved Deacon Eddie Shed

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – Deacon Eddie Shed was a cherished member of The Empowerment Ministries Christian Center, where he is remembered as a pillar of strength in the community and a beacon of light. He embodied the spirit of service, dedicating his life to uplifting others and serving his community.   On Sunday, April 13, Deacon Eddie Shed tragically lost…

Giving Local – The Never Quit Foundation

Spider's Charity Golf Tournament

In a new segment called “Giving Local,” Susie Davis highlights The Never Quit Foundation, a local charity run by the Ramage Family that raises money for individuals in our community with terminal illnesses and medical expenses in memory of their late father. Davis, who was once diagnosed with terminal cancer and is now in remission, serves on the Board and…