Hancock High School holds demonstration to educate students on the consequences of impaired driving

Early Monday morning, Hancock High School conducted a powerful demonstration to educate students about the severe consequences of distracted and impaired driving ahead of the prom season. The event featured a simulated vehicle accident in the school’s back parking lot, involving local first responders who treated the scenario as a real emergency. This initiative was organized by Theater Director Lena…

Spring Health and Wellness Resource Center

Back Bay Mission is gearing up for a big health and wellness resource fair coming up. Terra Moreau and Taylor New join us with more. The Spring Health and Wellness Resource Center takes place at Back Bay Mission from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: back bay mission, Spring Health and Wellness Resource Center

Coastal results announced for Mississippi Submerged Competition

St. Patrick High hosted the Submerged Championship, pitting coast and Mississippi schools against each other in Lego robotics competition. The Sacred Heart Storm out of D’Iberville won third place in the Champion’s Award. The DMS Cruisers from D’Iberville Middle School took home two awards! The team earned the Engineering Excellence Award and placed first for Robotic Performance. Sassy Sirens from…

Engaged couples come out to the Brides and Bubbly Bridal Fair

Over the weekend, WXXV News 25 and South Mississippi Living Magazine hosted the Brides and Bubbly event for South Mississippi brides-to-be. This was the ultimate bridal event for engaged couples as they connected with South Mississippi wedding vendors, gained inspiration and planned their big day in a relaxed atmosphere. Thank you to all the vendors who helped make this event…

Journey of Hope and Healing event

Brandi Fayard and Ceci Ballard are in studio to tell us about a mental health awareness event that will be held at MGCCC’s iMPAC Center. Emma Benoit’s Journey of Hope and Healing will take place on March 12th at 1 p.m. For more information or to sign up, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Emma Benoit, Journey of Hope and…

Reggae Fest coming to 100 Men Hall

Rachel Dangermond with 100 Men Hall and Cadeem from CB’s Jamaican Restaurant joined us in studio this morning. They are here to talk about the upcoming Reggae Fest happening at 100 Men Hall. That takes place Friday, March 14th beginning at 7 p.m. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: 100 Men Hall, Reggae Fest

St. Patrick High School plays host to LEGO robotics competiton

St. Patrick Catholic High School played host to a Lego Robotics Competition this weekend. Teams came from as far as Southaven to take part in the Mississippi First Lego League’s Submerged championship. Kids built Lego robots and programmed them to complete missions. Teams went from the practice table to the competition floor, having a total of 2 minutes 30 seconds…

CoastCon 47 brings fun for all ages

CoastCon 47 wrapped up on Sunday. The annual convention opened their doors on Friday, pop culture fans coming to the Coast Coliseum for all things fandom. Star Wars, anime, Nintendo, and so many more pop culture icons made for a fun weekend. Board games and video games were available for checkout, giving all who attend a chance to meet a…

3/7 – Sam Parker’s “Marginal Risk” Friday Night Forecast

On and off rain showers for most of the day on Saturday but next week seeing a warmer pattern.  There is a marginal level 1 of 5 threat of severe weather on Saturday across all of south Mississippi. While hail will be the primary concern, damaging winds and one or two tornadoes can’t be ruled out, mainly in coastal areas….

MLK Battle of the Bands, Parade postponed in Biloxi

One Coast parade expected to roll tomorrow is postponed due to forecasted rain. The MLK Parade and Battle of the Bands was scheduled for March 8th is now postponed. No new date has been set. Now, the parade was originally set for January but was forced to reschedule after the winter weather conditions. WXXV News 25 will provide updates as…

Creating an office like DOGE in Mississippi

We’ve all heard of DOGE or Department of Government Efficiency run by Elon Musk who was appointed by President Trump to track down waste, fraud, and abuse. What about Moge? It’s an effort to identify wasteful spending in Mississippi. State Auditor Shad White is on WXXV to tell us more. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Shad White

Pops Concert and Silent Auction in Long Beach

Long Beach High School choir students will be making a trip to London on Sunday. They will be performing on March 25th as a featured choir and as part of the International High School Choir Festival. When the choir returns from London, a Pops Concert and Silent Auction will be held on March 27th and 28th at 7 p.m. at…

Fire crews continue to battle woods fire in Jackson County

New details on that woods fire that popped up in southeast Jackson County Thursday afternoon. Mississippi Forestry Commission and Sandhill Crane Wildfire Refuge fire teams continue to monitor the fire area. Local fire departments in the area and state agencies are also stepping in to help fight the fire. Helicopters are flying over the area to make a more accurate…

Taste of South Mississippi Fundraiser

It’s almost that time of year where the best cuisine of South Mississippi is featured at an event that raises money for an important mission. Kroc Center Director Danielle Emery and Star Ruby Owner Brandi Barlow are here to tell us more about Taste of South Mississippi. For more information, click here.  Tags: Salvation army, Taste of South Mississippi

Long Beach High School Choir performing in London

The Long Beach High School Choir is making an appearance across the pond! They also have a concert later this month for you to hear the tunes they’ll be singing in London. Members of the choir, Charlie Lynch and Luke Skrmetta, join us in studio with more. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: london, Long Beach High School Choir

WXXV joins Bayou View Elementary School for job fair

A few familiar faces from WXXV visiting the students at Bayou View Elementary School today. Anchor Elizabeth Keen and Living Local Host Susie Davis went out to talk to kids about what it is like to work in the television business. Elizabeth and Susie talked about what goes in to putting a newscast together and how to form community relationships….

Mississippi Aquarium recycling old Mardi Gras beads

I’m sure we all caught too many beads to count at the Mardi Gras parades this year, but now that the season is over, what do you do with all those beads? The Mississippi Aquarium has you covered with their Mardi Gras Bead Recycling Program. This program partners with organizations across the Coast and has prevented tens of thousands of…