This past weekend, George County’s Addison Davis and her Fury Platinum team won The USA Goldstar Showcase 18U tournament hosted in Brandon, MS. Addison pitched 21 innings against 77 batters resulting in a .667 ERA for the weekend! She also held her opponents batting average to .123. She pitched a no-hitter on Sunday against MotionX 18u and helped lead her…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Although September is recognized as Veterans Suicide Awareness Month, Harrison County continued the mission of remembrance and awareness by honoring veterans lost to suicide. The tribute stands as a reminder of the countless sacrifices our veterans have already made. A flag draped coffin was displayed, along with boots filled with American flags, inside the Biloxi High…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach shared an update for their harbor project. Crews are currently working on the inner bulkhead wall replacement project. This will strengthen the harbor’s infrastructure and improve long-term safety and stability. The gateway project also continues to take shape. Improved parking, lighting, and beautification features will create a more welcoming experience for…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is honoring their school district with an official proclamation this week. The Long Beach School District has been recognized as the number one school district in the state. City officials say this accomplishment reflects the dedication of the teachers, staff, students, and families. October 30 has been declared ‘Go Maroon Day,’…
Joining us is Barb Medlock to tell us about the Crosby Arboretum Fall Fest and plants. The Fall Festival takes place Sunday, October 26 from 1 to 4 p.m. The annual fall plant sale takes place October 24 and the 25. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: crosby arboretum
Mark Burr is the creator of the Secret Coast Review, a new literary magazine for the Gulf Coast. Submissions are currently open until December 31. For more information, click here.
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department announces the arrest of two men on drug charges. The first incident happened on October 14. A deputy was patrolling Highway 13 when a truck was spotted with only one headlight and an expired license plate. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was identified as Andrew Fearman. The deputy…
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Every other Wednesday, we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us is Katie King with this week’s Pet of the Week, Lizard! Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: Humane Society of South Mississippi, pet of the week
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV) — It has been a tragic month for the city of Gautier, as multiple incidents have left several young residents dead. The most recent being two children – three and five years old – who drowned at a home on Three Oaks Drive. Monday marked the third tragic incident for the city in just the last few…
Things warmed up on us a bit over the last day as a front moved in overnight, but now our cool mornings return for the next few days. Today will cool as well with the high falling from the 80s where it was yesterday into the upper 70s, but the biggest drop will be as we head into tomorrow morning….
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — The Ocean Springs Board of Aldermen and Mayor Bobby Cox celebrated the Ocean Springs state champion volleyball team with a proclamation at Tuesday’s city hall meeting. Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 was proclaimed “Lady Greyhounds Volleyball State Champions Day,” honoring the program’s first-ever state title. The Lady Hounds finished the season with an overall record of…
Jennifer Glenn and Angie Johnson with the Long Beach Carnival Association join us to discuss a Queen Bee Bunco and Brunch event. The event takes place November 1 at 10 a.m. at the Long Beach Senior Center. Tickets are $25 per person. Contact 228-860-5617 for any questions or more information. Categories: Local News Tags: Queen Bee Bunco and Brunch
SAUCIER, Miss. (WXXV) — The third-annual Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational wrapped up on Monday. The three-day event brought together more than 80 golfers across 14 collegiate teams for a weekend of elite competition, as spectators had the chance to watch some of the top collegiate golfers face off. LSU and Alabama tied as the team champions at 32-under, while LSU’s…
Due to the government shutdown, more schools across the Coast are encouraging families to apply for free or reduced-price school meals. If your family’s circumstances have changed due to furloughs, you may qualify in certain districts. So far, Harrison County schools and George County schools have released information for families. A new application can be filled out at any point…
Tonight will be partly cloudy and mild, with lows dipping into the low 60s. A light north breeze moves in overnight as a weak front slides through. Wednesday brings more sunshine by the afternoon, with highs near 79 and a light north wind keeping things pretty mild. Clear skies and comfortable mornings stick around through Thursday — expect lows in…
Kaila Moran Griffith from Mississippi Power joins us for some energy saving tips for the fall season. She also discusses some programs customers can take advantage of. For more information about Mississippi Power, click here. Categories: Local News
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- John Perkins and Christine Gasaway join us in studio to discuss this weekend’s annual Equality Fest. The Gulf Coast Equality Fest takes place Saturday, October 25 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Great Lawn at Harrah’s Gulf Coast. Entry is free. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport is excited to approve funding to the South Mississippi Housing Authority for the acquisition and rehabilitation of a new homeless resource center. The Homeless Resource Center will serve as a welcome center where individuals can access basic needs and stabilizing assistance. The City of Gulfport sought proposals from local organizations for eligible projects…
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Hancock County Historical Society will be hosting their annual cemetery tour on Halloween night. Ron Thorp joins us with more. The 31st annual Cemetery Tour will be presented on Halloween night from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Lobrano House. For more information, call 228-467-4090. Categories: Local News Tags: cemetery tour, hancock county historical society
The Pascagoula River Audubon Center is celebrating ten years of operations! Due to this, they are offering free admission to the center now through December 15. This is only free admission to the center and does not include rentals or programs. For more information about the Pascagoula River Audubon Center, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Pascagoula River Audubon Center
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies shares details on a turtle release. Three rehabilitated turtles will be returning to the Mississippi Sound Wednesday at 10 a.m. The release takes place on Biloxi Beach across from the Edgewater Mall. If you can’t make it out, the release will be lived streamed on IMMS Facebook page. Categories: Local News…
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Basketball fans, rejoice! The long-awaited return of the NBA on NBC happens tonight with doubleheader action on WXXV NBC. Pregame coverage starts at 5:30 tonight with tip-off between the Houston Rockets and Oklahoma City Thunder at 6, then the Warriors and Lakers at 9. As a result, our 6 p.m. evening newscast will air only on WXXV FOX this evening…