OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- TatoNut is celebrating 65 years of sweet success. The local favorite was started by Robert Mohler in November 1960 as a Spudnut franchise. He later broke away and established Tato Nut, creating a unique recipe made with potatoes. Generations have come to love their freshly made donuts and signature flavors. This anniversary celebrates not just a…
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The new year is here and the first parade of 2026 is kicking off in Moss Point this weekend. Spencer Pullen sat down with the chairwoman of the Kings Parade and learns more. The parade rolls through Moss Point on Saturday, January 3. Parade line up begins at 11 a.m. at Southgate Shopping Center. The parade…
One of 2025’s biggest stories was the return of Amtrak passenger service to the Coast. So, what’s ahead in 2026 for the Mardi Gras train route? Dave Elliot talked to Southern Rail Commissioner Knox Ross about the importance of continuing the momentum with Amtrak into the New Year after a banner year in 2025. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: Amtrak
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Pearl River Valley Electric Power Association is giving a warning against a scam going around. Members have reported that someone is posing as a representative, trying to get personal and banking information. Members are advised to never give out any information such as your social security number or credit card information. Pearl River Valley shares that they would never call…
The National Transportation Safety Board has released its preliminary report regarding the November Cessna airplane crash. Most of the plane has been recovered from Lake Pontchartrain when it plunged into the water, broke apart on impact, and killed the two pilots aboard, according to the preliminary report. The report does not speculate the cause of the crash. A final report…
NEW ORLEANS, LA. (WXXV SPORTS)- We’ve officially entered the new year and what better way to kick off 2026 than to punch a ticket into the 2026 College Football Semifinal game. WXXV Sports Director Ansley Brent has a recap of the 92nd annual All State Sugar Bowl. Categories: Featured, Local News, Local Sports Tags: local sports, Ole Miss, sports
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Moss Point police are investigating a shooting that happened Thursday morning. Authorities in Moss Point were on scene of a shooting that took place New Year’s Day on River Pine Drive. Police confirm they received a call about gunshots at around 8 a.m. and 47-year-old Joseph Whitt was reportedly the victim. He was at his residence…
Today was a beautiful start to 2026! As we head into Friday morning, mostly cloudy conditions will continue, with overnight lows near 51. Friday afternoon warms to around 68, with south winds between 10 to 15 mph. The next chance for rain arrives Friday night and may linger into parts of Saturday. Categories: Weather Headlines
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier will see intermittent road closures starting Friday. The closures are part of the Martin Bluff Road Widening Project. Closures are expected to start at 8:30 each day and run through 2:30 in the afternoon. Work is expected to finish by January 9. Drivers are told to expect delays; Frontage Road may be used…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Ingalls Shipbuilding has delivered Arleigh Burke Class guided missile destroyer Ted Stevens to the U.S. Navy. It’s the second Flight 3 Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer the shipbuilders have delivered. The future USS Ted Stevens represents the next generation of surface combatants for the U.S. Navy. Currently, four more flight 3 destroyers are under fabrication and seven more…
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A cold front passed through to start things off this week, leading to a few frigid days before we started a warming trend yesterday. That lead to a still cold, but noticeably warmer morning earlier, but the warming only gets more pronounced over the next few days. That’ll take us into the week with lows climbing into the 60s with…
Keesler Air Force Base is hosting a health expo next Friday. For the first time, this expo is open to dependents as well. Captain Carly Rose joins in studio for what can be expected for those that head out. The wellness expo takes place January 9 at the Don Wylie Auditorium beginning at 9 a.m. Categories: Local News
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Jackson County’s tree recycling program is underway. You can drop live trees off at five locations in Jackson County: County rubbish site on Seaman Road in Vancleave County recreation department on Ball Park Road in Vancleave West Roads Department on Highway 609 and Washington Avenue East Roads Department on Highway 63 in Moss Point Jackson County Fairgrounds…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The 42nd Annual Gulfport Holiday Classic ended in a big way for the home team, as the Admirals took down St. Stanislaus 56-48 to win their first classic title since 2013. Gulfport’s Morris Robertson, Jr. was named the tournament MVP. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has highlights from the game and reactions from Robertson and Gulfport…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi’s Coliseum Pier recently received some renovations. The pier is located across the Coast Coliseum on Beach Boulevard. This is the longest Coastal pier in Harrison County and it now has some new features. Categories: Local News Tags: biloxi, Coliseum Pier
Fireworks can be overwhelming for some veterans. Fireworks light up the sky to celebrate a new year. For some veterans, the loud booms and sudden flashes can bring stress and anxiety. Veterans who have experienced combat or high stress environments say loud noises, crowd spaces, and unpredictability can make holidays like New Years challenging. Many veterans prepare ahead of time,…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Families gathered at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center Wednesday for a special countdown, not to midnight, but to noon. This was the 15th annual celebration event which has grown over the years. The celebration is designed for kids who may not stay up until midnight, but still want to experience all the excitement of the new year. A DJ…
Every other Wednesday on FOX we feature a pet for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us as always, we’ve got Katie King to tell us about this week’s News 25 Pet of the Week, Benji! Categories: Local News, Pet of the Week Tags: pet of the week
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County Fire Protection crews continue to monitor the areas of a series of marsh fires in the Escatawpa area. That’s happening in the Haulover Bayou area specifically. There are no homes or other structures that have been threatened by these fires and crews are letting them burn out on their own. You may see some…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Excitement is building ahead of tonight’s New Year’s Eve ball drop as Downtown Ocean Springs prepares to ring in the new year. The celebration kicks off at 8 p.m. and to accommodate the crowds, several downtown streets will close and parking will be restricted throughout the rest of the day. Officials say road closures are now…
This morning was the coldest we’ll see this week after our earlier cold front with lows falling into the upper 20s on the coastline. Thankfully the wind had backed off some, making it at least “feel” a little warmer, but it was still frosty and cold. As we head into the afternoon we’ll start a warming trend that’ll have our…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — With the start of another calendar year comes the implementation of new laws across the Magnolia State. One of the biggest changes coming on January 1st, 2026, has to do with income taxes. Mississippi will reduce its individual income tax from 4.4% to 4% on New Year’s Day. It’s the beginning stages of House Bill 1,…