BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Friday night, Biloxi is hosting the sixth annual Ms. Senior World Pageant celebrating women 50 and older for their grace, leadership, and the lasting impact they make in their communities. The pageant begins at 6 tonight at the Biloxi Civic Center. This event honors women ages 50 to 79 who have served in the military, led nonprofits,…
We’re celebrating a legendary Biloxi native today on what is his 92nd birthday! NASA Astronaut Fred Haise was born in Biloxi on November 14, 1933. Haise was the lunar module pilot on the famed Apollo 13 mission, which was aborted en route to the moon after an oxygen tank explosion in the service module. The story of Apollo 13 crew’s…
Memorial Health System announced the introduction of maternal fetal medicine services to their Gulfport hospital. This is all thanks to a new partnership with Obtelecare, bringing advanced care for high-risk pregnancies right here on the Coast. Using secure telehealth technology, patients and providers can now connect virtually with MFM specialist. This partnership brings expert guidance, collaboration, and a peace of…
Happy Friday everyone! This weekend is looking nice and warm for us! Temperatures will stay sitting above average for this time of year. Mostly clear skies should continue through the weekend and into early next week. Lows are heating up just a bit to the low 60s by Tuesday, and that next potential rain chance will be Thursday. Enjoy these…
The Mississippi Department of Education released the results of the 2024-25 third grade reading assessment. According to MDE, 85 percent of the Mississippi third graders passed the assessment. That is an improvement from years before. A record 77 percent of third graders passed the initial test given in the spring of 2025. In accordance with the LBPA, third graders who…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Molina Healthcare of Mississippi and its partners hosted a free community baby shower for new and expecting parents Thursday night. The event featured baby gifts, bags filled with diapers, wipes, and other essentials, door prizes, food, activities, and plenty of resources. Molina Healthcare says about 100 expecting parents signed up for the event. Before the community baby…
Heading over to the Herb now, six Gulfport athletes are officially putting pen to paper as they continue their careers on the diamond! This spring class is perfectly split in half with three softball players and three baseball players. Starting out with the guys, we’ve got a baseball duo headed to Copiah-Lincoln Community College! Pitcher Taevion Collier and 1st basemen…
I think it’s safe to say it was a great day to be an Admiral as Gulfport High School hosted not one, but two signing days for their senior athletes. We’re starting things off at Bert Jenkins Gymnasium as a talented volleyball duo signs to continue their careers on the court. When it comes to the Admiral volleyball team, setter…
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…