Submissions open for new Coast literary magazine
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.
Arrests made after drugs found in Pearl River County
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…
Morning Business Report: October 22, 2025
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Pet of the Week: Lizard is looking for a forever home!
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 Police, Mayor respond following recent deadly incidents across city
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…
10/22 Ryan’s “Cool Mornings Return” Wednesday Morning Forecast
Things warmed up a bit yesterday, but our cool mornings return after this morning's front.
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 Volleyball receives mayoral proclamation following State Championship
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…
Queen Bee Bunco and Brunch
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
Third-annual Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational wraps up final round
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…
Coast schools offering reduced school meals
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…
10/21 – Dry Cold Front Tonight and Beautiful Days Ahead
Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your extended forecast
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…
Mississippi Power offers energy saving tips for fall
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
Annual Gulf Coast Equality Fest returns to Biloxi
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
Homeless Resource Center approved in Gulfport
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 Historical Society hosting annual Cemetery Tour
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
Pascagoula River Audubon Center celebrates 10 years
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
IMMS releasing sea turtles in Biloxi
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…
Morning Business Report: October 21, 2025
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WXXV NBC Programming Note: NBA on NBC returns tonight!
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…
Phase two of Beach View Drive Project kicks off in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Road Department began phase two of their Beach View Drive Project. The widening project started Monday with the work scheduled to continue Monday through Friday until completion. The road will be closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., but will be open on the weekends. Access will only be given to school buses,…
Business owners excited for new downtown Gulfport development
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Soon, the heart of downtown Gulfport could look very different thanks to a transformative project coming to the area. The project will soon claim the nearly five-acre lot between the Hancock Whitney Bank tower and the port. It will include a Tribute Portfolio by Marriott Hotel, luxury apartments, retail shops, and a parking garage. The $105…
Peter Anderson Festival looking for volunteers
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce-Main Street is calling all volunteers for the 47th annual Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival. This all takes place on Saturday, November 8 and Sunday, November 9 in Downtown Ocean Springs. Volunteers play a key role in welcoming artists, crafters, and thousands of visitors all while supporting a festival that…
Harrison County School District English Language Learners Family Engagement Night
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Shelley Silvas is an EL specialist with the Harrison County School District. She’s here to tell us about the English Parent and Family Engagement meeting. That meeting takes place October 28. For more information on the English Learners Program, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: harrison county school district
10/20 – Dry and Mild Tonight with a Chance For A Stray Shower Tuesday
Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your extended forecast
Clear skies and comfortable weather will stick around this week after a cold front moves through late on Tuesday and then higher rain chances return for the weekend. Monday night will be mostly clear and calm, with lows dipping near 60 degrees. Tuesday brings another beautiful day — lots of sunshine and highs in the low 80s, with a light…