Morning Business Report: April 7, 2025
Jane King has today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
20 years after Hurricane Katrina, this beloved restaurant is making a return
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV) – Before Hurricane Katrina devastated the town of Waveland in 2005, it was home to a thriving restaurant scene, and Rickey’s was at the heart of it. Chef Rickey Peters is bringing back the beloved restaurant, saying he couldn’t go anywhere without someone asking, “When are you coming back to Coleman Avenue?” In partnership with Thomas Genin,…
Hurricane training exercise at Keesler Air Force Base
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s not hurricane season, but Keesler Air Force Base is preparing ahead of time. Starting Monday and running until Friday, the base is undergoing a base-wide hurricane exercise. Officials say to expect traffic diversions, gate delays, and disruptions to on-base services. The base loudspeaker is also expected to make announcements throughout the week. This is to test…
2025 Gulf Coast Military and Civilian Job Fair
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The 2025 Gulf Coast Military and Civilian Job Fair is happening Tuesday at the Biloxi Civic Center. The event runs from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Come dressed for success and be prepared for on-site interviews and bring plenty of resumes. You can pre-register at jobfairs.ms.gov. Tags: 2025 Gulf Coast Military and Civilian Job Fair
Meeting the Biloxi Pearls Cheerleaders
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Pearls stopped by the studio ahead of the Biloxi Shuckers home opening tomorrow. Alyssa and Ezabelle shared what fun is expected throughout the season. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports
Patriot Guard Riders escorting ‘The Wall that Heals’ to D’Iberville
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- “The Wall that Heals” is coming to D’Iberville starting April 10th. The memorial is being set up at the Bobby Eleuterius Sports Complex. On Tuesday, April 8th the memorial will be escorted to the sportsplex by the Patriot Guard Riders. Senior Ride Captain Sandie Schlett and Carl Hornbuckle join us in studio with more information. For more…
Protesters march along 13th Street in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Over the weekend in Downtown Gulfport, a political protest took place rallying against the Trump Administration and Elon Musk. Protestors flocked at around 1 p.m. on Saturday and marched along 13th Street in Gulfport with signs and chants to voice their concerns. People were protesting for many issues like social security, Medicare, and against other decisions by…
Residents come out for 17th annual Unity Fest in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- In Downtown Gulfport this weekend was the 17th annual Unity Fest. This free outdoor event was put on to unite the local community and give families a fun event to attend. The festival had much to offer like a wide variety of local food stands serving up traditional cuisine, plenty of local vendors with unique items, and…
First responders partake in water rescue training in Wiggins
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- Over the weekend in Stone County, there was a combined first responder water rescue training session at Flint Creek Water Park. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren attended the training and has more. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Flint Creek Water Park, water rescue training
Gulf Coast Skatepark Association pushing for permanent facility, teaching the new generation of skaters
St. Martin, Miss (WXXV)- A new skatepark opens in St. Martin on Saturday, offering new and veteran skaters alike a safe place to practice their craft. A DIY wooden skatepark opens for the public at the West Jackson County Soccer Complex. The Gulf Coast Skatepark Association hoping this park encourages a permanent facility. “We wanted something for the new generation,…
Diamondhead man killed in accident over the weekend
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Diamondhead man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Friday night. It happened on I-10 in Harrison County around 9:35 p.m. Mississippi Highway Patrol officials say a Chevy SUV traveling westbound left the road and overturned in the median. The driver, 55-year-old Patrick McCann, died at the scene. The exact cause of the crash is still…
“Unwind, Uncork, and Connect: A Night of European Flavors:” GivHer Circle Wine Tasting event
Christen Duhe with GivHer Circle joined us in studio this morning. She’s here to talk about their second annual wine tasting event “Unwind, Uncork, and Connect: A Night of European Flavors.” The event takes place Tuesday, April 8th at 5 p.m. at the Boho Biloxi Social House. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: GivHer Circle, wine tasting…
Long Beach takes down Pascagoula in late comeback, 7-5
The Long Beach Bearcats hosted Pascagoula in Region 6A showdown on Friday night. The Panthers struck first with a one-run first inning and crossed home plate once again in the second, with the Bearcats getting a run back in the bottom of the frame. Long Beach ultimately rallied from a 4-2 deficit in the bottom of the sixth inning to…
04/07 Ryan’s “Starting to Clear” Monday Morning Forecast
Still grey out there for your Monday morning, but things are starting to clear up nicely.
It has been quite humid and grey for the last several days, and while it still looks like that this morning, things are starting to clear up nicely for the rest of the week. A few showers will linger for the first few hours of the day, but expect them to be fairly few-and-far-between and clearing up by our late…
Water park expected to open in Leakesville this summer
For years, Leakesville has struggled to grow. Now, with a new water park on the way, many believe this small Mississippi town could finally become a tourist destination. Mikel Franks has witnessed Leakesville businesses come and go over the years. When he heard about ChickasaWaves—a massive inflatable water park set to open this summer—he saw it as an opportunity for…
Ocean Springs remains first in the region as they defeat Harrison Central 10-1.
The Ocean Springs Greyhounds welcomed the Harrison Central Red Rebels to “The Tom” as the competed in game two of their regional series. Tristan Fox got the nod on the mound for Ocean Springs, while Bubba Harris started on the mound for Harrison Central. Greyhound catcher Jeremy Korn with a huge throwdown to second to clear the bases in the…
Pascagoula’s Kelan Rich signs to continue his basketball career at Pearl River Community College.
We’re starting things off at the Flagship City as we celebrate one of the best athletes here on the Mississippi Coast. Friends and family gathered at the Pascagoula High School’s gym to recognize their talented playmaker and guard, Kelan Rich. Rich had a historic senior season with the Panthers, scoring 1,050+ points during his career and being the only basketball…
4/4 – Sam Parker’s “Early Storms” Friday Night Forecast
Warm and windy continues but Sunday morning bringing the chance for strong to severe storms. Saturday will continue to be warm an humid for the area with a small chance for a quick pop up shower but nothing to ruin your plans. Strong to severe storms to move through south Mississippi Sunday morning. The time frame we need to be…
Hattiesburg unveils their 62nd mural
Hattiesburg unveiled another mural. This one is their 62nd edition. Hub of Momentum is located on the side of The Porter Pub. The mural illustrates the progress from a railroad and lumber town into a hub of activity. Houston-based artist Gonzo247 is the designer behind this one. Categories: Local News, News Tags: hattiesburg, mural, The Porter Pub
‘BSL Classic 10K: In my Running Era’ Swiftie-themed race
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)-Leanne Murray with the Bay Saint Louis Running Club is in studio with us. She’s here to talk about the Swiftie-themed race happening Saturday. The BSL Classic 10K: In my Running Era takes place at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 5th. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Bay Saint Louis Running Club, BSL…
New Collegiate Academy program for high school students
GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is teaming up with high schools around South Mississippi for a program called Collegiate Academy. High school students can work towards an associate’s degree while earning their high school diploma. Here to tell us about it is Aaliyah Dock Caldwell with MGCCC. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: collegiate academy, mississippi…
St. Martin DIY Skatepark set to open Saturday
ST. MARTIN, Miss. (WXXV)- The rain can’t get in the way this weekend as the St. Martin DIY Skatepark is officially launching. Those interested need to head to the West Jackson County Soccer Complex. Those times are 10 to 2 on Saturday. Lessons, contests, and giveaways will be on tap. For the entertainment side of things, music and food will…
New movie to be filmed in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- There was a special Ocean Springs Board of Alderman meeting earlier Friday morning for a new movie that is being filmed in the city starting next week. As a result, there will be a temporary street closure on Washington Avenue between Government Street and Porter Avenue from 8 to noon for the unnamed movie production on…
Morning Business Report: April 4th, 2025
Here is today’s Morning Business Report.