BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — CASA of South Mississippi hosted a “Grateful for You” dinner at the Golden Nugget on Tuesday evening. The organization, which advocates for children in the foster care system, welcomed more than 100 volunteers, youth court judges and community leaders for a night of fellowship. Attendees enjoyed a dinner, volunteer awards and a keynote address from Daniel…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-We have a heartwarming update about a story we brought you just a few weeks ago! Brighton is a three-year-old girl with a rare mitochondrial disease and she is about to step into a whole new way of life. This was made possible by the outpouring of love and support from her community. In just a matter…
It warmed nicely out there this morning, but it’s still chilly and dry in South Mississippi today. We’ll warm quickly through the 50s and 60s, eventually topping out in the low 70s for today’s high under sunny skies. We’ll see a bit of light cloud cover creeping in later today, which will largely stick with us for the rest of…
It’s a quiet and pleasant stretch of weather ahead, with plenty of sunshine and temperatures warming through the weekend. Tonight will be clear and still a little chilly, but temperatures will be a little warmer than last night, dipping into the upper 30s and low 40s. Wednesday brings plenty of sunshine and a mild afternoon in the low 70s, followed…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The longtime leader of the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center has announced his retirement. Matt McDonnell’s retirement is effective in February 2026. McDonnell has worked at the coliseum for four decades, helping to lead the facility through many eras, including expansion projects and the coliseum’s recovery following Hurricane Katrina. Categories: Local News Tags: Coast Coliseum, Matt…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-It’s one of the most valuable pieces of property on the Coast: the northwest corner of Highways 90 and 49 in Gulfport. The city is moving forward with a $100 million plus town center featuring apartments, retail space, a hotel, and a parking garage. Mayor Hugh Keating is here to get us up to speed on the project….
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County hosted its annual Veterans Day program Tuesday morning. The event is usually held at Veterans Memorial Park, but due to the cooler temperatures the event was moved inside to the Pelican Landing Event and Conference Center. The event honored the brave men and women of the U.S Armed Forces who have served our nation….
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November marks Early Childhood Mental Health Awareness Month. Shaniavier Clarke is part of Coastal Family Health Center and joins us to talk about the importance of nurturing emotional wellbeing. Categories: Local News Tags: Early Childhood Mental Health Awareness Month
The Ocean Springs Municipal Library is celebrating 100 years of service to the community. Yvonne Parton and Kacie Marvin are part of the Friends of the Ocean Springs Library and join us with the details. The celebration takes place November 15 at the Gulf Hills Hotel and Resort. Cocktails begin at 5 p.m. and the welcome and dinner start at…
Our WXXV Play of the Day sends us to West Harrison High school! The dynamic duo of Sydnei Barber and Michelle Jackson signed to continue their basketball career at Pearl River Community College. Although their season just began, the Lady Hurricanes are 4-0, beating every opponent by at least 20 points. Last season, the girls heavily contributed to an overall…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The Ocean Springs High School’s theatre program is performing their competition show later this week. Reece Rushing and Alyssa Flinchum join us ahead of their performances in ‘The Crane Wife,’ those set to start Thursday. The show runs on November 13 and 14 at 7 p.m. and then again on November 15 at 2 p.m. For more…
What better way to start the week than celebrating a stellar group of senior girls reaching milestones they’ve been working towards their entire lives! The George county high school gym was field with proud friends, family and coaches as six girls signed scholarships to continue their softball and volleyball careers! This senior class will truly go down in history, winning…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Lyman Elementary School honored our nations heroes this Veterans Day with a special breakfast. Over 100 local veterans from every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces attended the event Tuesday morning. Community members gathered with students, staff, and veterans to show their gratitude for the men and women who bravely serve our country. The program also featured…
Mississippi Power released some tips for keeping your home warm and energy efficient this week. Remember to seal air leaks around windows, doors, plumbing, and light fixtures to keep cold air from entering your home. Open your blinds and curtains to let the sun help warm your home. Set your thermostat to the lowest comfortable setting to maximize your unit’s…
Nicole Stegall with the Rotary Club of Pass Christian joins us in studio to talk about the ‘Be an Angel’ initiative. For more information, email Nicole at nicstegall@gmail.com Categories: Local News, News Tags: Rotary Club of Pass Christian
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Good news for those of you who have been waiting for the new Gulfport Aldi location to open up. Aldi officials confirmed on the chain’s website that the Orange Grove store, just off Highway 49, will open on Thursday, November 13. The Winn Dixie at that site was closed by Aldi’s parent company exactly a year ago…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV) — Aztecas Restaurant and Cantina in Gautier is working to rebuild after a tornado ripped through the restaurant in late October. Just weeks later, the demolition process is well underway. “We have been working non-stop, trying to demolish everything that was damaged while we are waiting for permits and drawings from the engineers to start rebuilding,” said Owner…
This morning was the coldest we’ll get this week, and the coldest we’ve been since winter earlier this year! Lows in Gulfport tied the record at 28 degrees, a little cooler than expected, but we’ll start warming nicely now that the sun is up. It won’t be all that noticeable later today as the high climbs to 57, slightly warmer…
PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV) — Veterans Day is an important holiday of remembrance across the United States, especially here in South Mississippi. “It’s a huge sacrifice and a huge responsibility that a lot of Americans — a lot of people — don’t choose to take that torch,” Senior Master Sergeant Aaron Z. McKenzie explained. It’s a day to recognize the contributions…
MEMA has released some cold weather reminders this week, including ways to protect your home and pets. Remember to insulate your pipes and outdoor faucets and let those faucets drip slightly when there is a threat of a freeze. It might be a good time as well to make sure your first-aid kit is up to date. Make sure you…
We are expecting a cold night ahead with temperatures dipping to the mid and upper 20s inland, and near 30 at the coast under clear skies. A Freeze Warning is in effect from 9pm Monday to 9 am Tuesday, so take precautions to protect outdoor plumbing and sensitive plants. Veterans Day brings plenty of sunshine and slightly warmer high temperatures…
SAUCIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The seventh annual Folds of Honor Golf Tournament teed off Monday morning at the Grand Bear Golf Club in Saucier. Through the generosity of people in the community, the tournament has given over $150,000 since 2019. Folds of Honor is a signature charity event that brings together golfers, community leaders, and local businesses. Together they help raise…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-MDOT shared new details about the status of a Jackson County bridge that has been closed since July due to structural issues. Repairs to the Tanner Williams Bridge are expected to wrap up in the new two weeks. However, upon recent inspection, MDOT engineers are recommending additional repairs to the bridge, meaning a reopening timeline is still…