With their semi final 45-24 win over a talented East Mississippi program, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College football team will soon load up the buses to Wenatobia to compete in the MACCC Championship game. Sports Director Ansley Brent had the honor of talking to Head Coach Jack Wright and a few of his leaders before their very important business…
Sports Director Ansley Brent sits down with Senior Offensive Tackle Mitchell Smith after he was named Mr. Football for Class 6A. Full interview is found in the video above! Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: Mitchell Smith, Mr. Football, Picayune football
Almost a week after being named Mr. Football for Class 4A, Sports Reporter Ansley Brent sits down with Poplarville Junior Running Back Ty Keys to discuss his career thus far. Full interview in the video above! Categories: Local Sports Tags: Mr. Football, Poplarville Football, Ty Keys
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County Sheriff’s Department hosted a community training event where the public could learn to identify and avoid online scams. Deputies have been recently taking information on a scam alert regarding asphalt and offering to complete driveways for a low price. Then upon completion, the price then changes to a higher amount. The free informational…
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV)- Lucedale police are warning residents of counterfeit money being used for purchases in the city and George County recently. The best thing you can do is inspect larger bills that you may receive after a purchase. Look for watermarks, color shifting ink, and security threads. If you have any doubts about the validity of the money, call…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- There was better news for air travelers coming through Gulfport-Biloxi International during the shutdown. Airport officials say only nine flights were canceled in the past week, whereas elsewhere across the country there were more headaches due to a shortage of air traffic controllers. In a statement, airport leaders thanked local TSA agents and air traffic controllers for…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pass Christian Library marked a special moment on Thursday with a ribbon cutting ceremony honoring longtime children’s librarian Sally James, who passed away earlier this year. The community gathered to dedicate the library’s children’s wing in honor of James. She was a lifelong resident of Pass Christian known for her warmth and love of books….
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County Sheriff’s Department is warning residents about an asphalt scam. Deputies are taking information about an asphalt company that knocks on doors, saying they have left over asphalt and offering to complete driveways for a low price. When work is done, the price changes to a higher amount. Deputies advise anyone to call if…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A new pediatric specialty care clinic has opened in Gulfport thanks to the partnership between Singing River and Kids and Tummies. Singing River Kids & Tummies has cut the ribbon on a new practice led by Dr. April Ulmer, who is now partnered with the Singing River network. Dr. Ulmer said, “Kids have unique needs, families have…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Nicole Martz joins us from the Mississippi Aquarium ahead of the Otter Trotter. That is set to take place the day before Thanksgiving. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News
Easton Whitehead is a teacher at Biloxi High School and he recently was called as an expert on TMZ to explain what ‘6 7’ means. He joins us with more. Categories: Local News Tags: 6 7, Easton Whitehead, memes, viral
The Lady Indian soccer team is starting the year on fire remaining undefeated through six games and outscoring their opponents 29 to 7. In the sport of soccer, all 11 girls truly have to be on the same page, and Senior Captain Avery Lofton believes that’s why her team has been so successful. Teamwork truly does make the team work,…
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HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Three organizations teamed up Wednesday at the Hancock County Farmers Market to help out anyone facing food insecurities. Coast Electric, United Way, and Hancock Resource Center hosted a mobile food pantry. Over 50 volunteers from these organizations showed up to help including some students from Hancock High School. In just two hours, around 300 families were…
Our South Mississippi federal and military installations are returning to normal operations Thursday as the shutdown ends. The Armed Forces Retirement Home sent out a statement this morning welcoming back furloughed federal workers. Furloughed employees are also set to return to Keesler Air Force Base and the Naval Construction Battalion Center as well. Categories: Local News
South Mississippi will soon begin hearing a familiar sound. The Salvation Army’s iconic Red Kettle campaign returns to Walmart and Sam’s Clubs nationwide. Shoppers can donate cash or give digitally to support programs providing food, shelter, and hope year-round. The Mississippi Gulf Coast will have a soft kettle kick-off at selection locations on November 15 and will be out everyone…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — First responders from the three coastal Mississippi counties were honored for their dedication and bravery at Keesler Federal Credit Union’s 10th annual First Responders of the Year Awards. First responders, friends, and family filled the ballroom at the IP Casino and Resort on Wednesday to celebrate this accomplishment. Thirty-five first responders from Hancock, Harrison, and Jackson…
Representative Mike Ezell released a statement following the government’s reopening. Ezell says the shutdown came at a steep cost for Mississippi. The state economy lost an estimated $82 million each week, nearly 26,000 federal workers went without pay and more than 357,000 residents faced disruptions to SNAP benefits. He says now that the shutdown is over, it is time to…
The Gulf Coast Veterans Association is hosting a Thanksgiving drive this month. Active duty and veterans can receive a free Thanksgiving kit, turkey included. Those interested need to register by November 21 for a blessing box. The association will contact you with the information for receiving the box. To sign up, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Gulf Coast Veterans…
Pascagoula High School hosted a scholarship signing event for their senior swimmer Wednesday evening. Colton Sprague signed a swimming scholarship to Meridian Community College. Colton is a 200 Individual Medley State Champion and he also placed 3rd in the 50 Free. Congratulations to Colton! Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: High school swimming, pascagoula high school, Signing Day
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- Christmas on the Avenue which is coming to Biloxi in a few weeks, had a bunch of students from Biloxi High School compete to design artwork that will go on t-shirts for the event. In an effort to kick off the event and bring the excitement, the top three students were invited to attend Ground Zero Blues…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Visitors Center revealed their t-shirt design for 2025. These shirts were designed by Brandy Geyer and are available for purchase beginning December 4, the day of the Lighting of the Lighthouse event. Each shirt costs $25 and can be brought at the Biloxi Visitors Center after the event. Quantities are limited. Categories: Local News
Tonight will stay mostly clear and quiet, with lows dipping into the low 50s and the chance for fog developing late into the overnight hours. Thursday and Friday both bring sunny skies and highs near 74 degrees, and nights remain mostly clear and comfortable with lows in the low to mid 50s. Saturday and Sunday will feature more sunshine and…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Municipal leaders from five southern states are on the Coast this week to talk new strategies when it comes to recovery from natural disasters. The Disaster Leadership Conference is a project by the Mississippi Department of Insurance, along with sister departments in Louisiana, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Alabama. Wednesday’s schedule at Beau Rivage featured a panel with city leaders,…