BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A Coast holiday tradition is underway and it all happens with the simple push of a button. WXXV’s Aubrey Spears joined the team at Magic 93.7 and iHeartRadio to mark the official start of non-stop Christmas music. You can now tune into Magic 93.7 now through Christmas to catch your favorite holiday tunes and jingles. Categories: Featured,…
The GivHer Circle is here to announce dates for their Book Club this month. Tiffany Bell and Amy Bateson join us with the details. This month’s Book Club will take place November 13 at 5:30 p.m. at Pass Books/Cat Island Coffee House in Gulfport. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Elizabeth Alexander from Biloxi’s Maritime and Seafood Museum joins us ahead of a painting class happening November 15. She brings Jason Pittman, the artist hosting the class. The class takes place on November 15 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the museum. For more information call 228-435-6320. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News
We are joined by Cindy DeFrances from Lynn Meadows ahead of the ‘Wizard’s Night Out’ Harry Potter themed event. Wizard’s Night Out is an adult 21+ event with themed snacks, potion making, trivia, and crafts. All the fun takes place Thursday, November 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. Categories: Local News Tags: Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, Wizard’s Night Out
Katie King with the Humane Society of South Mississippi is here to tell us more about the shelter’s Friendsgiving plans and how you can play a part! The volunteer orientation begins Saturday, November 8 at 9 a.m. at the HSSM Headquarters in Gulfport. RSVP by emailing volunteer@hssm.org. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News Tags: friendsgiving, Humane Society of South Mississippi, volunteers
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D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- D’Iberville remembered and honored our nation’s heroes with an early Veterans Day event Thursday. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley was the event where veterans gathered for the celebration. Categories: Local News Tags: d’iberville, veterans day
Half Shell Oyster House is Biloxi is our Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber Member Spotlight winner for October! If you enjoy fresh seafood and delicious cocktails take a trip to the Biloxi or Gulfport locations for lunch or dinner this week! Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight Tags: chamber spotlight, half shell, half shell oyster house
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department was honored by the Picayune Chamber of Commerce this year, happening during the 2025 First Responders Luncheon. Awards were given out to five members of the Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department. Hunter Martin took home Deputy of the Year while Malley Bilbo took home Rookie of the Year. Investigator…
The Coast community has gathered to lead the way in the fight against cancer in South Mississippi and honor cancer patients and survivors in the process. The 2025 Shuck Cancer Party took place at Mississippi Aquarium. Healthcare Heroes in the fight against cancer were honored as well as caregivers and survivors. Funds raised from last night’s silent auction go directly…
This week started off with lows in the 30s and 40s thanks to a Sunday front, but we’re ending it with much more spring-like weather thanks to our next approaching front. We’ve seen a steady increase in the humidity as the winds shifted southerly after mid-week, setting up “return flow” as a few fronts passed nearby, but not through the…
The Pearl River Central Blue Devils traveled to Lee-Triplett stadium to take on the Picayune Maroon Tide. This game would end up being a roller coaster as Pearl River Central hangs on and beats the Tide 28-21 after a 2nd half come back from Picayune. The Blue Devils beat Picayune for the first time since 2015. Picayune has finished the…
ST. MARTIN, Miss. (WXXV) — The Ocean Springs Greyhounds dominated St. Martin in the final regular game of the season, winning 49-21 to clinch the second seed in the 7A Region 4 playoffs. The Greyhounds finished the regular season with a 9-1 overall record, and a 4-1 record in district play. They’ll host Petal in the first round of the…
The 7A District 4 champions flex their muscle in their final regular season game of the season, beating the Harrison Central Rebels 45-13. Categories: Local Sports Tags: Gulfport Admirals, Harrison Central Rebels
What a battle it’s been already for class 7A Region Four! Gulfport has already been named the champion, but we find out tonight who will get those last three spots which takes us to our WXXV Game of the Week sponsored by the Floor Trader Outlet in Gulfport! The Game of the Week takes us to Warrior Stadium as the…
The Hancock Hawks defeated the Long Beach Bearcats on the road, winning big 41-14. Categories: Local Sports Tags: Friday Night Showcase, Hancock Hawks, hancock high, Long Beach Bearcats, Long Beach High, sports
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — The Singing River Classic brought plenty of excitement to South Mississippi this week, and at the end of the day, the Pascagoula Panthers came away with a dominant 49-12 win over Gautier. The Panthers will host the first round of the MHSAA 6A Region 4 playoffs next Friday. Pascagoula finished the regular season with a 5-5…
We are joined by Jana Owen to talk about the upcoming eighth annual High Tea and Silent Auction taking place in December. The fun takes place December 6. Doors open at 1:30 and the serving begins at 2 p.m. at 400 Security Square in Gulfport. Categories: Local News Tags: High Tea and Silent Auction, Women’s Club of Gulfport
We are joined by Brigadier General Mark Prine to talk about the upcoming Salute Red, White, and Blue 5K at Camp Shelby. The race takes place November 8 and benefits the Mississippi Youth Challenge Academy. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News
Clouds will increase overnight, with mild lows in the lower 60s. A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect from 1 a.m. to 8 a.m. Friday for Jackson, Harrison, Hancock and Pearl River Counties, with visibility dropping to a quarter mile or less in spots. Don’t forget to slow down, use low beams, and give yourself a little extra time during…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- In Ocean Springs, the city’s second Aldi location opened Thursday morning. This is in the old Winn Dixie site, located at 1515 Bienville Boulevard. Aldi’s ownership group closed the Winn-Dixie in mid-April to convert it into an Aldi store. Aldi’s other Ocean Springs store is located on the eastern end of the city at 3801 Bienville…
Criminals are using card readers and other devices to steal data from debit, credit, and ATM cards at gas pumps and ATM machines. The thieves can even steal pin numbers. This cybercrime is called skimming. Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch is protecting businesses and consumers from fraud with a campaign called ‘Stop the Skim.’ AG Fitch is here to tell…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — The City of Ocean Springs is looking to turn more than $460,000 over to the courts, relinquishing any claim to the funds they collected from uninsured drivers through a controversial license plate reader program. This comes after a federal lawsuit was filed by drivers, claiming they were improperly ticketed by the Georgia-based company Securix, LLC….
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The new HomeGoods at the CrossRoads Shopping Center in Gulfport opened its doors Thursday. You’re now able to find a wide variety of home décor and furniture at this new location. This new HomeGoods will be open 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. every day except for Sundays. Categories: Featured, News Tags: business, Gulfport, HomeGoods