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…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Health System organized a series of patriotic celebrations to express gratitude to all veterans for their service ahead of Veterans Day. Ceremonies were held at Singing River Hospitals in Pascagoula, Ocean Springs, and Gulfport, each starting with the raising of the flag. There were also guest speakers at each hospital, plus moments of reflection for…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Gulfport will be hosting their Mistletoe and Main Street on December 6. Kristen Garriga and Jacqueline Smith join us with more. The holiday fun is happening Saturday, December 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with the Downtown SugarPlums Christmas parade rolling at 3 p.m. Categories: Local News Tags: Mistletoe and Main Street
The Melange Dance Company will be hosting their Nutcracker performance on November 21 and 22. Ashlee Richards and Price Berry join us with the details. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Fire Department announces the retirement of Deputy Chief Tim Stone. Deputy Chief Stone has been with the fire department for 32 years. The fire department honored his commitment to the community, making it safer and the department stronger. The retirement ceremony took place last week. Deputy Chief Stone was presented a special fire axe as…
There’s nothing better when the weather is mild than enjoying a community park. Welcome to South Forest Park on South Forest Ave. in Long Beach!” South Forest Park, also known as Pecan Park, is nestled among beautiful, old oak trees that provide wonderful shade and is managed by the City of Long Beach. The park offers a playground, swings, grills,…
Welcome to FETCH Dog Park on Daughtery Rd. in Long Beach! The FETCH Dog Park, managed by the City of Long Beach, is a clean, spacious area for pets and their owners to enjoy the outdoors. There is plenty of shade and numerous benches available for humans to utilize while dogs play, along with pet waste stations and water fountains…
CAMP SHELBY, Miss. (WXXV)- Camp Shelby welcomed hundreds of runners from eight different states on Saturday for the first Salute Red, White, and Blue race. It’s an event that organizers say they hope to make even bigger and better next year. WXXV’s Aubrey Spears was in Forrest County this weekend and has more. Categories: Local News Tags: Camp Shelby, Red…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ron Meyers Christmas City Gift Show wrapped up its 42nd year over the weekend. Christmas City is the largest Christmas shopping event on the Coast. Over 300 vendors booths filled the Coast Convention Center, offering a variety of Christmas gift options. Shoppers had the chance to check some early Christmas gift shopping off their list. Vendors…
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HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Scottish Highland Games and Celtic Music Festival just celebrated 40 years here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. On Saturday and Sunday, the Harrison County Fairgrounds was filled with guests as they enjoyed Scottish dishes, history, and games. The event welcomed anyone wanting to come out and honor Scottish heritage with some fun. Activities included jousting, archery,…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Two days’ worth of good food, good art, and good fun wrapped up in Downtown Ocean Springs. There were vendors set up as far as the eye could see within the downtown footprint. For more than four decades, the festival has served as a celebration of the City of Discovery’s rich arts, culture, and the enduring…
Planning a wedding, reunion, or work conference? Don’t want to spend a ton of money hiding a boring space with decorations? Book your next event at The Mississippi Aquarium! Ryan found out from Aquarium Special Events Manager, Maria Forero how fish can be festive in this week’s edition of “Wild Wonders.” Categories: Wild Wonders Tags: conference, events, maria forero, planning,…
Temperatures tonight are falling into the mid to upper 30s across the area. Expect sunny, but windy conditions throughout Monday and Tuesday. A red flag warning will be in effect until Monday evening. Any outdoor burning is not recommended due to strong winds, low humidity, and dry ground conditions. Temperatures will drop below freezing heading into Tuesday morning. Freeze watches…
The 1-8 New Orleans Saints travlled to the 5-4 Carolina Panthers for their Week 11 matchup. The Panthers scored early out of the gate, but that’d be the only time they’d cross the endzone. Blake Grupe hit a 21 yard field goal, followed by two receiving touchdowns from Tyler Shough. The first touchdown was thrown 62 yards to Chris Olave…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- In Ocean Springs, the Walter Anderson Museum of Art, headphone rentals are live for the fifth annual Silent Light Festival. The festival takes place December 6 and is an all-out bash, lighting up the streets of Downtown Ocean Springs with performers, art installations, a silent disco with dueling DJs performing to your personal LED equipped headphones….
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County celebrated the ribbon cutting of their new Saracennia Road fire station on Tuesday. This new building includes three large bays for firetrucks and equipment, along with office, work, and kitchen space for firefighters. The fire station allows firefighters to reach people faster and protect more lives and property. It also closed the coverage gap…