Staying healthy into the new year
Tony Tanner is a nurse practitioner with Memorial Health System. He joins us with ways you can stay healthy as 2026 begins. Categories: Local News Tags: health
Renderings released of Pascagoula City Hall renovations
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- In Pascagoula, the city released new renderings this week, showing what city hall will look like once renovations are complete. The six-million-dollar project started earlier this month on the 1950s era building. There will be improvements made to bathroom facilities, the front lobby, council chambers, and utilities department, while also retaining some of the original features of…
Alabama man arrested in George County for grand larceny
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-An Alabama man is facing felony grand larceny charges after recent thefts in George County. Thirty-two-year-old Jordan Smith is accused of stealing a utility trailer from property on Depot Road and later returned to the area, which is when sheriff’s deputies were called. At the time of his arrest, Smith was also in possession of meth and…
Senate approves Mississippi U.S. Attorney picks
The U.S. Senate has confirmed President Trump’s Mississippi nominees for U.S. Attorney. Baxter Kruger of Jackson was confirmed as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Mississippi, which includes the Coast. Scott Leary will now serve as attorney for the state’s Northern District. The nominations of Kruger and Leary were supported by Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith and Senator Roger Wicker. They…
12/19 – Last Chilly Night Before We Start Feeling The Heat
Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast
Tonight stays clear and calm, with temperatures cooling down into the low 40s. Saturday we’ll see plenty of sunshine and highs near 68. Clouds slowly increase Saturday night, which will work to keep things milder with lows in the mid 50s. A few spotty showers could pop up during the afternoon or early evening on Sunday, but not everyone will…
Tips for air travel during the holidays
With Christmas next week, family and friends will be traveling ahead of the holiday. Gulfport Biloxi International Airport Executive Director Clay Williams joins us to share tips to make travel as seamless as possible. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: air travel, holiday, safety, travel
Friends of the Court give back at annual toy drive
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Friday morning, Harrison County Friends of Court hosted its fourth annual toy drive. It’s a way to spread holiday cheer to children in the chancery court system. The program currently serves over 100 children involved in custody and guardianship cases. Fifty-five dedicated Friends of Court volunteer case workers advocate daily for the best interest of these…
Arrest made after incident at Ocean Spring High School Thursday
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- There was extra security at Ocean Springs High School Friday following an incident in the school’s parking lot. District officials say a former student allegedly threatened a current student with a weapon during dismissal Thursday afternoon. Officials tell WXXV the incident happened quickly and was reported immediately. School district police responded and arrested the former student…
Ingalls to build small surface Navy ships
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula has been tapped by the U.S. Navy to build the next generation of small surface combatant ships. These new small ships will take inspiration from the design of the Coast Guard’s legend-class national security cutters. This news comes as Ingalls continues to build three different class ships for the Navy while also modernizing…
MGCCC Student Veterans of America Chapter gives back to veterans in need
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Student Veterans of America Chapter collected and donated to the Backpacks for Veterans program. The delivery happened on December 16, bringing everything to the Biloxi VA Medical Center. The drive was put on by the Harrison County chapter. Blankets, hats, gloves, scarves, and hygiene products were collected and used to fill…
Jackson County celebrates 213th birthday
One of our Coastal counties just recently celebrated a birthday! It was on December 18, 1812 that Jackson County was established by the legislature of the Mississippi territory. From the county’s humble beginnings, it has grown today to become the fifth-largest county in the state in terms of population. From Ocean Springs to Moss Point and everywhere in between, Jackson…
Residents celebrate at Memorial Driftwood’s annual Christmas Party
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Thursday morning, residents at Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center celebrated Christmas early. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley was there to check out the festivities. Categories: Local News
Morning Business Report: December 19, 2025
Categories: Business
Memorial service held in Gulfport provides support during the holidays
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Community members gathered at Lockett-Williams Mortuary in Gulfport on Thursday night for their 28th annual Holiday Memorial Service. The event is hosted each year to support individuals and families grieving during the holiday season. The gathering provides a place for remembrance, connection, and compassion, reminding those in mourning that they are not alone. “It’s important to…
Pascagoula Gautier School District accepting nominations for Teacher Impact Awards
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Gautier School District is looking to highlight teachers. Their Teacher Impact Awards nomination is open right now. Students, parents, or other staff members can share how a certain teacher has made an impact on the school in 2025. You can head to the district’s Facebook page to find the nomination link or click here….
Huntington Learning Center’s December Teacher of the Month: West Harrison High School’s Elizabeth Blake
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Each month, WXXV and Huntington Learning Center team up to honor an outstanding educator here in South Mississippi. December’s Teacher of the Month is West Harrison High School’s Elizabeth Blake. She is an 11th grade ACT Prep teacher, but she’s taught at nearly every grade level in her many years as an educator. Blake was nominated…
12/19 Ryan’s “Coolest of the Week Ahead” Friday Morning Forecast
Today will be the coolest of the week ahead after a slow warm-up this week, leading to a warm Christmas.
Things warmed up noticeably recently, but today will be the coolest of the week ahead as we cool down today, but warm up slowly as we head towards Christmas. That means while it we won’t see a winter wonderland in South Mississippi for the holidays, it does look like it’ll be relatively sunny and pleasant outside! For today though we…
Nativity BVM Cathedral hosting Caroling in the Cathedral Square
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Terry Maddox with Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral in Biloxi is in studio to tell us about Saturday’s Caroling in the Cathedral Square event. The event takes place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. outside the cathedral located on Howard Avenue. Categories: Local News Tags: Nativity BVM Cathedral
Mardi Gras Museum Holly and Jolly Open House
The Mardi Gras Museum in Biloxi is hosting a Holly and Jolly Open House this weekend. Museum Director Abreeza Thomas joins us in studio with more. The open house takes place December 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. Categories: Local News
City of Bay St. Louis ringing in the new year with annual Oyster Drop
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Bay St. Louis is hosting their annual Oyster Drop to ring in the new year Leslie Goodman joins us with details for those who want to take part. The sixth annual Oyster Drop takes place at 200 North Beach Restaurant. Categories: Local News
12/18 – Mild Tonight, Comfortable and Dry on Friday
Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast
A few spotty showers are possible this evening, along with some patchy fog, before skies gradually clear overnight. Cooler air moves in with lows in the mid 40s by Friday morning and a north breeze developing after midnight. Friday is looking sunny and comfortable, with highs in the low 60s, followed by a clear and quiet night. The weekend warms…
Deadline approaching for Harrison County Feed the Needy meal program
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Friday is the last day to request a meal for Harrison County’s Christmas Feed the Needy program. If you want a meal delivered to you on Christmas day, you can call any of the police departments located within Harrison County, including the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office. If you’d like to donate money or food to the program,…
Boys and Girls Club making a difference
The Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast makes a big difference in the lives of thousands of kids in South Mississippi. As we approach the end of the year, fund raising efforts are underway so the organization can continue to serve the Coast with great programs. Wayne Buchanan is here to tell us how to get involved. Categories:…
Salvation Army gives back to families at Angel Tree distribution event
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Thursday morning, hundreds of local families received a little extra holiday joy thanks to the Salvation Army. The annual Angel Tree Distribution happened at the Center of Hope in Gulfport. Families lined up for the Angel Tree gift distribution and organizers saw a steady flow of families throughout the day. Volunteers worked to hand out wrapped gifts to…