Return flow in the low-levels is already trying to begin but by midday and for the next few days it will increase with temperatures already moderating today and then a return of the well above normal temps beginning as early as Tuesday morning. Now the question is will we test records, it looks like right now we could end up…
A dry weather forecast will continue across the north central Gulf Coast region through the early part of the week. A weak disturbance will cross the area during the day Monday, but no rain is expected to develop given the lack of moisture over the region. Highs Monday will range in the upper 60s to lower 70s over most of…
Well above the climate normal temperatures continue across our area as strong southerly flow persists at the surface. A few showers were hanging around earlier today, but have now dried up and we should stay dry through the evening. Low temperatures tonight are expected to be warmer than normal as warm air out ahead of the cold front keeps them…
On the hardwood, the D’Iberville Lady Warriors take on the Biloxi Lady Indians. Biloxi wins 52-26. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: basketball, High School Girls Basketball, sports
High school football season has now officially come and gone, only to return again next fall. Until then, let us fill our Fridays with some primetime rivalries in other sports. On the hardwood, D’Iberville boys hosting Biloxi in what’s no longer a region game, but it sure felt like one. Biloxi wins 54-40. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: basketball, high…
Earlier this month, the Gulfport Girls Soccer program was ranked first in the nation by MaxPreps, only to be dropped to second a few days later. Gulfport down four starters at Harrison Central, which just goes to show you how dominant this team can be. Gulfport-7 Harrison Central-0 Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: high school girls soccer, soccer, sports
Who needs a winter wonderland when you can have a wiener wonderland? Back for the sixth year, South Mississippi’s iconic Wiener Wonderland light display on Karli Lane in Woolmarket now features nearly 60 dachshunds. Shelby Pierce, the creator of the festive display, started with just ten light-up dogs back in 2015 and has added to it every Christmas since. It…
Well above the climate normal temperatures continue across our area as strong southerly flow persists at the surface. A few showers were hanging around earlier today, but have now dried up and we should stay dry through the evening. Low temperatures tonight are expected to be warmer than normal as warm air out ahead of the cold front keeps them…
A special election will be held in Moss Point come January, and the city is encouraging locals with leadership potential to apply. The Ward Four alderman seat is now vacant since former Alderman Ennit Morris claimed Jackson County’s District 2 Supervisor seat. On January 6th, the polls will open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Sue Ellen Recreation…
People living near Hickory Hill Golf Course in Gautier might be yelling ‘fore’ on Saturday as a parade of golf carts makes it rounds. The parade and celebration at Hickory Hill is planned to be the first of a yearly event. Treats, Santa Claus, carolers, and a tree lighting will await the parade back at the club. The golf carts…
The Woolmarket Prime of Life Center hosted it’s very first Yee-Haw Christmas musical performance this morning. Normally, the center hosts a Christmas dinner for seniors in Woolmarket, but due to COVID canceling last year’s celebration, the crew decided to go all out for this year. The musical was filled with singing, dancing, joking, and laughing with performances from the Yee…
The Gulfport Civic League is back this weekend to host the 59th Tour of Homes Coastal Cottage Christmas event. The event will be held Sunday, December 12th from 2 to 5 p.m. Four homes, three on 2nd Street and one on Pratt Avenue, will be all-out decorated with unique decorations. The price for the tour is a $15 donation which…
Who needs Santa and his reindeer when you’ve got the Mississippi Aquarium and penguins? Ferdinand the Penguin stopped by WXXV to help announce an exciting new program and spread the word about holiday events happening at the aquarium. Along with extended hours, $12.25 admission after 3, and diving Santa and his elf, you can now have your holiday picture taken…
If you’re looking to get in the Christmas spirit, look no further than Campground Baptist Church this weekend. The Gulfport Church located on Highway 53 is back with their annual Christmas drama called ‘A Gift,’ it’s to remind people the reason for the season. What started as a small play on the church front lawn nine years ago has grown…
The West Harrison Hurricane Choir will be performing their show ‘Sounds of the Season’ tonight. The event is at 6 p.m. at the Nugent United Methodist Church in Gulfport. The group consists of 15 West Harrison students and choir director Curtis Staples. The choir will perform a collection of Christmas time favorites and carols to ring in the New Year…
Here on WXXV we’ve been highlight outstanding light displays all along the Coast. News 25’s Grace Boyles is at one of the iconic Christmas displays in South Mississippi: Wiener Wonderland! Categories: Local News, News Tags: holidays, Light display, Weiner Wonderland
Classic homes along historic 2nd Street in Gulfport, beautifully decorated for the holidays. The Gulfport Civic League’s annual Tour of Homes is coming up this weekend. Joining us today with more are one of the homeowners Stephanie Smartt and Diane Miller from the Civic League. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Gulfport Civic League, tour of homes
Investors brace for the highest inflation reading in nearly 40 years and Starbucks workers vote to unionize a Buffalo, New York store. Jane King is at the Nasdaq Marketsite with those stories and more. Categories: Business Tags: morning business report
The Mississippi Aquarium is gearing up for the holidays with some special events this month. Aquarium Ambassador Penguin Ferdinand is in studio with Diana Major. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Mississippi Aquarium
Rain or shine, thousands of runners will be running across the Coast this weekend. The Gulf Coast Marathon is returning for its sixth year. Between Saturday and Sunday there will be four races across Harrison County. The main marathon starts at 7 Sunday morning at Henderson Point in Pass Christian. Runners will cross the finish line at MGM Park in…
South Mississippi’s women’s tackle football team is looking for new members and you can make your mark with a chance to join the squad this weekend. Tryouts for the Gulf Coast Monarchy will be held at the Salvation Army Kroc Center Field tomorrow at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you’re interested in trying out, you’re asked to wear tennis…
The Salvation Army has bell ringers at the Biloxi Visitors Center and they’ll be there all day. As the sun starts rising, the bells start ringing for the annual Harrison County Kettle Kick Off. In front of the Biloxi Visitors Center, you’ll find local business owner Windy Swetman ringing in donations for the Salvation Army. “It’s a great tradition that…
Now to a follow up on a little girl from Gulfport whose smile and story has captured the hearts of so many. Six-year-old Kyleigh Ward is waiting on a heart transplant at Texas Children’s Hospital. Kyleigh and her mom will spend Christmas this year in the hospital and away from their loved ones, including Kyleigh’s one-year-old sister Kamree. To make…
A couple light showers will be possible through this evening, but most areas likely remain dry for the day. High temperatures will warm to near 80 for most, even reaching the low 80s in some areas. Our main focus shifts to late today and through the day on Saturday as a cold front approaches and slides down through our area. Per…