Feeding the Gulf Coast helping people across South Mississippi

Feeding the Gulf Coast serves 24 counties along the Central Gulf Coast. President and CEO Michael Ledger says for every meal the organization puts out, SNAP benefits provide nine of them. He says one of the most challenging parts of this issue is that over 70 percent of the people receiving SNAP benefits are either seniors or families with children….

Local organizations prepare for spike in need as SNAP benefits nearing halt

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The government shutdown is about to enter its fourth week with no end in sight. Here in Mississippi, 350,000 people who rely on government assistance could be drastically impacted come November 1. A domino effect of the government’s inability to reach an agreement will soon present itself, as hundreds of thousands of people across the state…

Ocean Springs girls soccer takes down Pass Christian, 5-1, to begin season

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — Girls soccer season has officially kicked off on the Mississippi Coast, and it’s already shaping up to be an exciting year. The Ocean Springs Lady Greyhounds hosted Pass Christian to open up the season. The Lady Pirates took a 1-0 lead into halftime, but the Lady Greyhounds exploded in the second half, recording five goals…

10/28 – Showers Overnight, Cooler and More Breezy on Wednesday

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your extended forecast

Showers move in late tonight, mainly between 2 and 5 a.m., with around .25″-.50″ of rainfall possible before skies begin to clear by Wednesday morning. Expect a breezy and cooler midweek stretch, with highs in the upper 60s and gusty west to northwest winds continuing through Thursday at 10-20 mph and even gusting to 30 mph closer to the coast….

MEMA offering reimbursement grants for FEMA compliant safe rooms

MEMA is offering reimbursement grants to help Mississippi homeowners install FEMA compliant safe rooms. Funding is very limited for this program and applicants will be selected through a lottery process. The window to apply opens on October 31 and remains open throughout the month of November. This grant will reimburse 75 percent of eligible costs and up to $3,500 maximum….

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College selected to compete for Aspen Prize

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College has recently been selected to compete for the Aspen Prize. The college was one of 200 selected to compete for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. This marks the sixth time MGCCC has been invited to compete. The college will now undertake the application process and submit the required documentation to the Aspen…

Temporary stop on leasing plan of 80 percent of oyster reefs

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Harrison County judge has temporarily stopped the state’s plan to lease 80 percent of Mississippi’s public oyster reefs to private companies. The judge put an injunction on the action until he makes a final decision. Mississippi United Fisheries Limited filed a lawsuit on behalf of a group of oyster fishermen. Although the decision isn’t final,…

Ocean Springs Library hosting All Hallow’s Eve Party

The City of Ocean Springs will be getting in on the Halloween fun on Thursday! The library is hosting an All Hallow’s Eve Party and costume contest. This party runs from 5 and lasts until 6. There will be music, dancing, treats, and candy. There will even be prizes for the best costumes. Those categories for prizes include adults, children,…

Krebs House and Museum hosting cemetery tour

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Krebs House and Museum in Pascagoula will be hosting their annual cemetery tour on Thursday. Not only will the tour honor the history of the city, the theme this year is honoring America’s 250th birthday. There will be music, story tellers, book signings, and more. The tour kicks off Thursday, October 30 at 5 p.m. and…

Turbulence ends Hurricane Hunters flight into Hurricane Melissa

The Keesler Air Force Based Hurricane Hunters studying Hurricane Melissa had to stop their observations of the storm again Tuesday due to extreme turbulence. A plane with a crew from the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron returned to an operating base after encountering stronger than normal forces while entering the eye of the storm. Categories: Local News

President Trump endorses Congressman Ezell for re-election

South Mississippi’s Congressman Mike Ezell receives a major endorsement ahead of the 2026 midterm election cycle. Over the weekend, President Donald Trump endorsed Ezell’s re-election bid on social media. In his statement, President Trump called Ezell “A fantastic representative for the wonderful people of Mississippi’s fourth congressional district.” Ezell is set to face Republican primary challenge from Sawyer Walters in…

State Dept. of Employment Security hosting 2025 George County job fair

The State Department of Employment Security is hosting a job fair in George County this week. The public is invited out to the MGCCC George County Center’s Multipurpose Building. The job fair happens October 30 and runs from 9 to 1 p.m. Those coming out should be ready to dress to impress, perform on-site interviews, and bringing plenty of resumes….

Memorial Hospital and MHP teaming up for Community Trunk or Treat

Memorial Hospital and Mississippi Highway Patrol are teaming up to host a community Trunk or Treat event on Thursday. Landon Orozco with Troop K joins us in studio with details. The Community Trunk or Treat event takes place Thursday, October 30 from 5:30 to 7:30 at Memorial Hospital Gulfport. Categories: Local News Tags: Memorial Hospital, mississippi highway patrol, trunk or…

Behind Biloxi Blue gives back to law enforcement on the Coast

Gretchen Warkentien and Kylee Smith join us in studio as we learn more about one nonprofit created by Biloxi police spouses. Behind Biloxi Blue is an organization that gives back to officers on the Gulf Coast through volunteer opportunities and fundraisers. For more information, click here.  Categories: Local News Tags: Behind Biloxi Blue

Bart Edmiston named to Ray Guy Award watchlist

University of Wyoming punter Bart Edmiston, an Ocean Springs alum, has been named to the Ray Guy Award watchlist. The award is given annually to the best punter in college football. Additionally, Edmiston was named to Ray’s Eight on Monday, which honors the top eight performing punters of the week. He averaged over 50 yards per punt in the team’s…

Saints Report: New Orleans falls to 1-7 on the season with 23-3 loss to Tampa Bay Buccaneers

NEW ORLEANS (WXXV) — The New Orleans Saints fell to 1-7 on the season on Sunday following a lopsided 23-3 divisional loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Quarterback Spencer Rattler was benched for backup Tyler Shough late in the third quarter of the matchup. Head coach Kellen Moore now says that the starting quarterback spot is up for grabs between…

10/27 – Rain Chance Increases Late Tuesday Evening

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your extended forecast

Clouds will gradually increase across the area tonight, with overnight lows near 58 degrees and a light north wind that will gradually calm by morning. There could be some areas of patchy, dense fog developing a few hours before sunrise, so be cautious when you head out the door. Tuesday will begin mostly cloudy but become mostly sunny by the…

NWS surveying tornado damage in Jackson County; community working on recovery

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV) — Communities in Jackson County are working on recovery after two tornadoes blew through Gautier and Pascagoula, affecting businesses and residents Sunday morning. Forecasters with the National Weather Service are now reviewing the damage. Some residents have been displaced and others are left picking up the pieces – putting their neighborhoods back together. Forecasters with the National…

Governor Reeves reacts to ongoing government shutdown

Mississippi state officials are reacting to the ongoing stalemate in Washington as the government shut down enters a new week. Governor Reeves taking to social media on Monday, criticizing Democrats for their role in the shutdown and calling it the ‘Schumer Shutdown.’ Reeves says the shutdown continues to hurt Mississippi military personnel and Mississippians who need extra assistance. Reeves went…

Over 380 pounds of unused/expired meds dropped off at Take Back Day in Biloxi

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Police Department, along with the Drug Enforcement Administration, conducted the bi-annual Drug Take Back Day over the weekend. At the conclusion of the event, Biloxi took in approximately 308 pounds of unused or expired medications. The medication was turned over to the DEA for safe destruction. This was all to give citizens a safe way…