Harrison County Fire Rescue saves dog from well

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Fire Rescue responded to an interesting call over the weekend. A homeowner was working on the flooring in the kitchen for a remodel when their dog, Rascal, found his way under the house and fell into an old well. Rascal had been in the 20 foot well since Thursday night and fire rescue…

Halloween at the Traveler in Ocean Springs

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Traveler in Ocean Springs invites the community to spend Halloween with them on Friday. Head Chef Dannie Landry joins us to discuss the night’s event. The fun begins at 6 p.m. Friday night. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: halloween, The Travler, Walter Anderson museum of Art

Smokin’ the Coast happening this weekend in Biloxi

We are joined now by Daniel Damico and Madison Rosonet to talk about the second annual Smokin’ the Coast. Smokin’ the Coast takes place Friday, October 31 and Saturday, November 1 at Harrah’s Great Lawn in Biloxi. For more information, click here.  Categories: Local News Tags: Smokin’ The Coast

Inaugural Gospel Explosion happening in Gulfport

We are joined now by Aloysuis Brown to talk about their inaugural Gospel Explosion event happening next weekend. The event takes place Saturday, November 8 from 1 to 5 p.m. at John Henry Beck Park and is fun for the family. There will be free food, music, and multiple guest speakers. For more information, call 228-967-1756.

City of Gautier shares update on Sunday storm damage

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier put out an update Monday regarding the storm damage from Sunday’s tornado. At this time, no injuries have been reported and crews are assessing damage and working on clearing debris. Please keep in mind while you move around the city to avoid downed power lines, assume all are live and dangerous. Do not…

Two tornadoes confirmed in Jackson county; damage assessments underway

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV) — Two confirmed tornadoes touched down in Jackson County on Sunday morning, leaving a trail of damage to businesses, apartments, and homes in Gautier and Pascagoula. Owners and managers at Azteca’s Restaurant and Cantina say that none of their employees were injured when a tornado came directly through the popular restaurant – a huge relief since the…

Storm recovery resources for Jackson County residents

JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- According to the Jackson County Office of Emergency Services, the Red Cross is now assisting residents who were impacted by Sunday’s storms. Call 800-733-2676 if you need help. If your property suffered damage, click here to fill out a report using Jackson County’s damage self-report tool. Categories: Local News Tags: damage, Gautier, Jackson County, tornado

Keeping safe with deer on the road

With the temperatures dropping, deer are being seen on the sides of the road more. David Kenney with the State Department of Transportation joins us via Zoom to discuss safety tips on the road. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: deer, Driving, safety

Mega Millions jackpot continues to rise

The Mega Millions jackpot continues to grow after no ticket matched all six numbers in Friday’s drawing. The jackpot has surged to $714 million, making it the ninth largest amount in the game’s history. The next drawing is Tuesday. If someone happens to win, it would be the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot ever won in the month of October. The…

10/27 Ryan’s “Warm Start” Monday Morning Forecast

The week is off to a warm start, but much cooler air is on the way!

This time last week we were seeing lows in the mid 40s on the coast, but we’re off to a warm start this week as lows only fell to 67 in Gulfport this morning. Today’s high will climb to normal near 79 degrees, but lows will fall for the next few days, not by much at first, but much more…

Gautier PD warning residents of scam impersonating an officer

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Police Department is warning local businesses and residents that a scam is going around. It is a phone scam that involves someone posing as a police lieutenant. This person is saying they are Lt. Johnson. The caller says he is investigating counterfeit money being brought into the business and then questions the business’ safe and…

City of Ocean Springs warns of scam emails

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs is warning residents about a scam email going around. The city says the emails appear as invoices from the city. Officials want to remind residents not to share bank details or personal information. They say the best course of action is to block and delete the email immediately. Categories: Local News

Preorders open for Pusharatas for Possums fundraiser

An annual tradition from Jackson County is returning, the Wild at Heart Rescue is hosting their annual Pusharatas for Possums. Cherie Speight, Missy Dubuisson, and Tina Seymour Demoran join us to discuss preorders for the fundraiser as well as to tell us more about the rescue. For more information or to place an order for Pusharatas for Possums, click here….

Singing River Electric announces 2026 Cooperative Youth Leaders

Singing River Electric announced their 2026 Cooperative Youth Leaders. These high school juniors were selected from the company’s service areas. Those students are: Addison Breland-Richton School District Emily Frazier-St. Martin High School Cade Parker-Vancleave High School These students will meet with elected officials, engage with students from across the state and nation, and learn valuable skills including teamwork and leadership…

Local student organizes special meeting with linemen at school

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- One senior at Gulfport High School helped with a service project this month. Crosby Parker helped organize a special visit for Cooperative Month and Coast Electric linemen visited West Elementary. Crosby serves as the Mississippi representative on the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s Youth Leadership Council. As part of his duties, he organized the meeting that allowed…

Coast Electric warning customers of scams

Coast Electric is warning their customers to be aware of ongoing scams. They say scammers will often use high-pressure tactics to create a sense of urgency. They’ll ask for unusual payment methods that includes gift cards or cryptocurrency. Also be on the lookout for poor grammar, spelling errors, or unusual email addresses. If you spot any of these warning signs,…

Coast Electric announces Cooperative Youth Leaders

Coast Electric is introducing their 2026 Cooperative Youth Leader representatives. These four high school juniors were selected from a total of 22 nominated students from Hancock, Harrison, and Pearl River counties. The 2026 leaders are: Natalie Crider-Biloxi High School Blake Henley-St. Stanislaus High School Asa Jones-St. Stanislaus High School Candence Owen-Poplarville High School These students will join other young leaders…

Pascagoula Restitution Center announces graduates from small engine repair class

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Restitution Center shared some exciting news. Several individuals have been trained to repair small engines. Those are the types you find in boats, mowers, and ATVs. Seven graduates were under community supervision and completed the small engine repair class. This will open doors to new job opportunities. The State Department of Corrections Commissioner Burl Cain,…

AI Legislative Task Force meet at MGCCC

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Artificial Intelligence Legislative Task Force met this week on the Coast. Attendees had the chance to learn how MGCCC and the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network are preparing the Mississippi Workforce, Economy, and Education System for an AI powered future. Task Force members toured the brand-new STEM building on MGCCC Harrison County’s campus and advanced training labs….

Mississippi Tourism Association honored by Southeast Tourism Society

The Mississippi Tourism Association was honored at the Southeast Tourism Society Connections Conference. Mississippi Tourism Association received the ‘Best Niche Marketing Shining Example Award.’ The award recognizes excellence in marketing efforts that demonstrate exceptional creativity, originality, and effectiveness in reaching a clear audience. They received this distinction for its ‘Heart of Hospitality Workforce Development Campaign,’ which is a statewide initiative…

MS Department of Marine Resources shares hatchery bureau update

The Department of Marine Resources is sharing an update from their hatchery bureau. A total of 275 southern flounder were stocked into local waters this week. 151 tagged flounders were raised at the Lyman Fish Hatchery. Every release has potential to strengthen coastal fish populations and support future fisheries. These efforts are a dynamic investment in conserving marine resources for…

Singing River Health System brings latest advancements for surgeries

Singing River Health System announced the acquisition of the intuitive Da Vinci 5 Surgical System, the most advanced platform yet. This is designed to enhance surgical precision and patient outcomes. The newest model builds on the capabilities of the previous Da Vinci systems, offering improved performance, efficiency, and real time insights. It is also used across a wide range of…