HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Friday morning, Harrison County Friends of Court hosted its fourth annual toy drive. It’s a way to spread holiday cheer to children in the chancery court system. The program currently serves over 100 children involved in custody and guardianship cases. Fifty-five dedicated Friends of Court volunteer case workers advocate daily for the best interest of these…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- There was extra security at Ocean Springs High School Friday following an incident in the school’s parking lot. District officials say a former student allegedly threatened a current student with a weapon during dismissal Thursday afternoon. Officials tell WXXV the incident happened quickly and was reported immediately. School district police responded and arrested the former student…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula has been tapped by the U.S. Navy to build the next generation of small surface combatant ships. These new small ships will take inspiration from the design of the Coast Guard’s legend-class national security cutters. This news comes as Ingalls continues to build three different class ships for the Navy while also modernizing…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Student Veterans of America Chapter collected and donated to the Backpacks for Veterans program. The delivery happened on December 16, bringing everything to the Biloxi VA Medical Center. The drive was put on by the Harrison County chapter. Blankets, hats, gloves, scarves, and hygiene products were collected and used to fill…
One of our Coastal counties just recently celebrated a birthday! It was on December 18, 1812 that Jackson County was established by the legislature of the Mississippi territory. From the county’s humble beginnings, it has grown today to become the fifth-largest county in the state in terms of population. From Ocean Springs to Moss Point and everywhere in between, Jackson…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Thursday morning, residents at Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center celebrated Christmas early. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley was there to check out the festivities. Categories: Local News
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GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Community members gathered at Lockett-Williams Mortuary in Gulfport on Thursday night for their 28th annual Holiday Memorial Service. The event is hosted each year to support individuals and families grieving during the holiday season. The gathering provides a place for remembrance, connection, and compassion, reminding those in mourning that they are not alone. “It’s important to…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Gautier School District is looking to highlight teachers. Their Teacher Impact Awards nomination is open right now. Students, parents, or other staff members can share how a certain teacher has made an impact on the school in 2025. You can head to the district’s Facebook page to find the nomination link or click here….
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Each month, WXXV and Huntington Learning Center team up to honor an outstanding educator here in South Mississippi. December’s Teacher of the Month is West Harrison High School’s Elizabeth Blake. She is an 11th grade ACT Prep teacher, but she’s taught at nearly every grade level in her many years as an educator. Blake was nominated…
Things warmed up noticeably recently, but today will be the coolest of the week ahead as we cool down today, but warm up slowly as we head towards Christmas. That means while it we won’t see a winter wonderland in South Mississippi for the holidays, it does look like it’ll be relatively sunny and pleasant outside! For today though we…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Terry Maddox with Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral in Biloxi is in studio to tell us about Saturday’s Caroling in the Cathedral Square event. The event takes place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. outside the cathedral located on Howard Avenue. Categories: Local News Tags: Nativity BVM Cathedral
The Mardi Gras Museum in Biloxi is hosting a Holly and Jolly Open House this weekend. Museum Director Abreeza Thomas joins us in studio with more. The open house takes place December 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. Categories: Local News
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Bay St. Louis is hosting their annual Oyster Drop to ring in the new year Leslie Goodman joins us with details for those who want to take part. The sixth annual Oyster Drop takes place at 200 North Beach Restaurant. Categories: Local News
A few spotty showers are possible this evening, along with some patchy fog, before skies gradually clear overnight. Cooler air moves in with lows in the mid 40s by Friday morning and a north breeze developing after midnight. Friday is looking sunny and comfortable, with highs in the low 60s, followed by a clear and quiet night. The weekend warms…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Friday is the last day to request a meal for Harrison County’s Christmas Feed the Needy program. If you want a meal delivered to you on Christmas day, you can call any of the police departments located within Harrison County, including the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office. If you’d like to donate money or food to the program,…
The Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast makes a big difference in the lives of thousands of kids in South Mississippi. As we approach the end of the year, fund raising efforts are underway so the organization can continue to serve the Coast with great programs. Wayne Buchanan is here to tell us how to get involved. Categories:…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Thursday morning, hundreds of local families received a little extra holiday joy thanks to the Salvation Army. The annual Angel Tree Distribution happened at the Center of Hope in Gulfport. Families lined up for the Angel Tree gift distribution and organizers saw a steady flow of families throughout the day. Volunteers worked to hand out wrapped gifts to…
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The 11th annual Heat for the Holidays reveal took place early Thursday morning. WXXV and Geiger Heating and Air teamed up with Day and Night Heating and Cooling Products to surprise a deserving Coast resident with a new HVAC system. Lacey Lofton of Moss Point entered the contest to gift her mother, Leann Fulton, the brand-new…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Three local nonprofits received major grant checks from the MGM Resorts Foundation at Beau Rivage Resort and Casino. Canopy Children’s Solutions received two checks totaling $20,000. Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Gulf Coast received over $7,200. The Community Care Network received $15,000. The contributions were driven by Beau Rivage employees through the Corporate Responsibility Grant…
KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. (WXXV)- Two airmen at Keesler Air Force Base came to the rescue of a kitten who found itself stuck in an engine bay. Thanks to their work, the kitten was unharmed and to add to that, it has already found a loving home! Great work by these airmen, but also a reminder as temperatures drop,…
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BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi high schoolers spent Wednesday afternoon delivering gifts to those in need in their community. WXXV News 25’s Megan Fayard has the details. Categories: Featured, Local News
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Police Department is welcoming a new deputy chief this week. Matthew Morvant has been named as deputy police chief. The department saying his dedication, leadership, and commitment to the city and community continues to make an impact on all. They add they are proud to celebrate his promotion and look forward to the…