SOUTH MISS (WXXV)-Nominations are open for the Caring4Community: School Edition Contest. It’s the annual competition from South Mississippi Smiles. You can nominate a Gulf Coast school, the last day to do so is this coming Monday. The three schools with the most votes will win $5,000 in awards. First place will win $2,500, second receives $1,500, and third gets $1,000….
Moss Point, Miss. (WXXV)- Economic development is a focal point for the city of Moss Point. And now the River City is putting its money where its mouth is and has set aside a competitive grant for 25 thousand dollars intended to help grow your business. Manager of Titles and Grants, Tom Hewlett, says, “I really wanted to do something…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- National Animal Control Appreciation Week kicks off this Sunday. The Humane Society is partnering with Long Beach police to help lost pets and strays. Every animal taken by Long Beach police will be processed through the Humane Society, making sure all are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and given medical care. Volunteers will also be trained at the…
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WXXV)-We’re approaching President Trump’s first 100 days in office. A flurry of activity in the nation’s capital. Joining us with a look at the very latest in Congress is Representative Mike Ezell. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: congress, mike ezell
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) – Buc-ee’s is looking to fill over 200 positions at its new location in Harrison County, ahead of its grand opening. To find the right candidates, a job fair is being held, which will continue on Thursday and Friday. Available positions include cashiers, food service, and janitorial roles. With competitive weekly pay, hourly wages start at…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)-Over at D’Iberville City Hall, they are about to hold a pinning ceremony for two local Vietnam War veterans. This ceremony kicks off a Vietnam Veterans Memorial Exhibit that the city will be hosting next week. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren is at city hall with more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: d’iberville, veterans, Vietnam veterans
The Biloxi Shuckers are set to start their 10th season in franchise history this week when they hit the road and take on the Pensacola Blue Wahoos in a three-game series. Before their trip to Florida, players and coaches spoke to the media as part of the organizations annual media day. The Shuckers are coming off a year that saw…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Host Susie Davis is in studio to talk about tomorrow’s episode of Living Local! Living Local is a new half-hour show airing Thursdays at 12:30pm WXXV NBC 25 showcasing local shops, restaurants and hot spots along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Click here for more information. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Living Local
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-There will be a new mayor of Long Beach after one person came out on top of the four-person Republican primary. Former Long Beach School Board member and Alderman Tim Pierce wins the primary and the election by default. Pierce earned 80 percent of the vote Tuesday. Glen Powell earned 18 percent of the vote. The other…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- Another big result from Tuesday night’s race for mayor in Pass Christian. Incumbent Mayor Jimmy Rafferty was defeated in his bid for a second term by current Alderman at Large Kenny Torgeson in the Republican Primary. Torgeson earned 54 percent of the vote in the city and wins the office by default since there is no…
Jane King has today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Jessica Crosby and Bailey Aultman from MGCCC are in studio this morning. They stopped by to talk about iMPAC Live Fest! iMPAC Live Fest takes place Saturday, April 5th at 2 p.m. at the iMPAC Center on the Harrison County Campus. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, click here. Categories: Community…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter has more from Gulfport in the hotly contested democratic primary for mayor. She joins us from Sonya Williams-Barnes watch party with more. In Gulfport, Democratic candidate Sonya Williams Barnes will face off against Republican candidate Hugh Keating. Current Mayor Billy Hewes decided not to run for a fourth term for mayor. Residents will…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The votes are in for the City of Ocean Springs mayoral primary. The unofficial results are in and Bobby Cox Jr. earned 3,238 of the votes. Incumbent Mayor Kenny Holloway received 708 of the votes. Jon Hitchcock received 309 of the votes. Dennis McGrevey received 139 of the votes. According to unofficial results, Cox Jr. wins the…
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Stone County and state law enforcement announced the results of a nearly 15-month long fentanyl and drug bust in the county and surrounding areas. Stone County Sheriff Todd Stewart was joined by Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell and other federal and state officials for Tuesday’s announcement. Undercover officers made covert purchases, leading to the recovery of more…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-It’s Election Night across South Mississippi and the polls are open until 7 p.m. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter is at the polls in Gulfport with more. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: election, Gulfport, voting
SOUTH MISS (WXXV)-It’s Primary Election Day. Voters in cities all around South Mississippi are choosing who will lead today and sets the table for general elections on June 3rd. Polls are open until 7 p.m. Joining us on WXXV to preview four big mayoral contests is Frank Corder, managing editor of Magnolia Tribune. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: elections,…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Voters have been hitting the polls across South Mississippi today as primary municipal elections kicked off earlier this morning. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel is in Ocean Springs with an update on elections. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: election, Ocean Springs
Gulfport, Miss (WXXV)- Municipal primary elections are happening right now. These elections are determining party nominees for positions such as mayors, city council members, and alderman. They will then compete in the general election on June 3rd. Any voter in line at 7 PM is legally entitled to cast a ballot. WXXV News 25 caught up with voters at the…
One coast team is rebranding… The Mississippi Sea Wolves will be known as the Mississippi Mosquitoes! The rebrand comes after much talk, the Sea Wolves deciding the insect sure to ruin your outing would be a perfect choice. The team spared no expense, with the unveiling of their mascot coming soon. The best part, April Fools! Categories: Local News, News…
This week’s pet is definitely stirred, not shaken. Maridee Mallett with the Jackson County Animal Shelter joins Everett Ganier Jr. on set to introduce Classic Martini. Classic Martini is looking for her forever home! Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: adoption, Classic Martini, jackson county animal shelter, Maridee Mallett, pet
Biloxi, Miss (WXXV)- Cat owners in Harrison County lined the doors outside PetCo Monday. All this for a discount on some important procedures for their furry family members. Fixin the Coast held its Fix and Chips Voucher Event in Biloxi, offering quite the deal for Harrison County cat owners. For $25, owners could pick up a voucher to be used…
Jane King has today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Harrison County, Miss (WXXV)- With Spring Break knocking on the door, more boaters are expected to hit the waterways. The Mississippi Gulf Coast is home to an abundance of waterways that allow for kayaking, fishing, jet skiing, and boating. With Spring Break inching closer, many are going to be out on the waterways creating fun memories. If you plan on…