Pascagoula rolls Long Beach, 47-14 in Week 8 district action

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) — The Pascagoula Panthers got their season back on track on Friday night with a 47-14 road win over Long Beach. The Panthers returned two interceptions for touchdowns in the first four minutes of actions and held all the momentum from there to improve to 1-1 in their district. Up next, Pascagoula will host Pearl River…

Gulfport improves to 3-0 in district play with 42-14 takedown of West Harrison

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Gulfport has been on a tear to start district play, and the team kept that momentum going with a 42-14 win over West Harrison on Friday night. The Admirals took a 21-14 lead into the halftime locker room and exploded in the second half, looking untouchable. Up next, Gulfport will host Biloxi in a big rivalry…

Community Day Open House at USM Gulf Coast Research Lab

We are joined by Dr. Kelly Darnell to talk about Southern Miss Gulf Coast Research Laboratory’s upcoming open house. The open house takes place Saturday, October 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 703 East Beach Drive, Ocean Springs. Categories: Local News Tags: Open House, USM Gulf Coast Research Lab

Gulfport School District release statement on recent safety concerns

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport School District has put out a statement regarding recent safety concerns for students. They are fully committed to the safety and well-being of their students, staff, and community. They are well aware of recent reports involving potential threats to Anniston Avenue Elementary and Bayou View Middle School. Both situations have been thoroughly reviewed and addressed….

A Night in Blue at the IP Casino Resort

Police officers, firefighters, and all first responders will be honored and those taken in the line of duty remembered at a special event Saturday night. A Night in Blue will be held at IP Casino Resort. Here with more is State Representative Zach Grady with more. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: A Night in Blue, IP Casino Resort

Uniting Gulfport and fighting hunger in Ward 6

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gulfport city councilwoman is bringing the community together while also helping combat food insecurities in Ward 6. Every Tuesday night from 6 to 8, the Orange Grove Community Center in Gulfport becomes the city’s unofficial dance floor. There’s music, movement, and a whole lot of smiling going on, but this isn’t just any dance class, it’s…

39th Fall Muster returns to Beauvoir

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Jason Smith and Todd Olson from Beauvoir joins us ahead of the 39th annual Fall Muster. The Fall Muster began Friday, October 17 and runs until Sunday, October 19. For more information, click here.  Categories: Local News Tags: Beauvoir, Fall Muster

Ocean Springs Volleyball makes program history winning the Class 7A State Championship title!

After their most successful season to date, the Ocean Springs Lady Greyhounds are back at Mississippi College to compete for the Class 7A State Championship title against Madison Central. Prior to the game, senior middle hitter Anna Hoffmayer was named the BSN Sports Scholar Athlete. The Lady Greyhounds came back for revenge and they got it, clinching their first ever…

TSA Precheck enrollment at Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport will be hosting a TSA Precheck Enrollment event next week. Executive Director Clay Williams joins us in studio with details. The enrollment event is October 21 though the 24 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. through 5 p.m. To apply or for more information, click here. Categories: Featured, Local News

Do More Gulf Coast Fall Festival happening in November

We are joined at the desk by Do More Gulf Coast. A fall festival is taking place on November 1. The festival takes place November 1 at Willie Lock R&R located at 1715 20th Street, Gulfport from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Do More Gulf Coast, Fall Festival

Biloxi PD warning about scam

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Police are warning residents that a scam is going around where the caller claims to be the police department. These numbers are using officers’ names and likeness; the department wants to remind everyone that they will never contact you demanding payment or personal information. If you are concerned about a call, you can reach out…

Ocean Springs Rotary Club 5K Race

We are joined by Heather Wagner and Henry Furr with the Ocean Springs Rotary Club to talk about their upcoming 5K race. The 5K takes place October 18 from 4:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Fort Maurepas Park. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: 5K Race, ocean springs rotary club

Blue Ribbon Committee set to meet and exam child welfare concerns

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- On Friday, the Harrison County Board of Supervisors will meet with a Blue Ribbon Committee to examine Child Protection Services procedures and child welfare concerns. Members of the Mississippi Legislature will be there to listen and possibly act on the issues. Supervisor Rebecca Powers has been spearheading the efforts and she joins us to talk about…

Biloxi Fire investigating early morning house fire

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Biloxi firefighters are investigating a fire that broke out early this morning on Reynoir Street. Firefighters were in action early Thursday morning, but they were able to get things under control. Firefighters were called to the home on Reynoir Street shortly around 4 a.m. and found it fully engulfed in flames. Officials said that crews were able to…

Intermittent closures on Popps Ferry Bridge Friday

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Popp’s Ferry Bridge in Biloxi is seeing intermittent lane closures starting on Friday. The closure is in effect from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. so workers can perform maintenance to the bridge decking. Work is expected to last one day. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: closures, Popps Ferry Bridge