Wreaths Across America looking for sponsors
Rebecca Rutz with Wreaths across America is in studio to talk about their upcoming event. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Wreaths across America
Community came out for Jeep-O-Ween in Gautier
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- There was plenty of candy, live entertainment, and Jeeps to see at the Jeep-O-Ween event in Gautier Wednesday night. Jeeps covered in Halloween decorations lined Fuller Street, off Highway 90 in front of the Cornerstone Restaurant, as kids in costumes trunk or treated. There was live music, prizes, and tons of rubber ducks. This is the third…
Morning Business Report: October 16, 2025
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Fallen Oak Collegiate Golf Invitational Preview
Sports Director Ansley Brent previews this weekend’s Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational Golf Tournament. Find out how you can attend for free at fallenoakinvitational.com! Categories: Local Sports, Sports
Actors bring history to life at annual Ocean Springs Cemetery Tour
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The annual Ocean Springs Cemetery Tour put on by the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center took place at the Bellande Cemetery Wednesday night. Actors played the roles of those buried in the cemetery, telling the stories of their lives. One of the actors portrayed an Ocean Springs police officer who was killed in the line of…
Let’s Go! Explore Gulf Coast – Long Beach Fitness Trail
Sam Lucey explores Long Beach Fitness Trail in this week’s “Let’s Go! Explore Gulf Coast,” a bi-weekly feature on local parks sponsored by Chevron. Find local parks near you with the FREE Let’s Go! Explore Gulf Coast App. Categories: Let’s Go Explore Gulf Coast Tags: Chevron, fitness trail, Let’s Go! Explore Gulf Coast, local parks, Long Beach, sam lucey, walking…
George County School District putting more safety precautions in place
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County School District released a statement for the community, calling for more safety and security during the school day and events. Superintendent Debra Joiner said recent acts of violence in Mississippi makes it so vigilance and preparation are not optional. In order to help with that, armed and uniformed officers will be at major…
Expert Talk – Forever Young Health Clinic (Golden Triangle)
Michelle met with Kendrick McCarty with Forever Young Health Clinic in Gulfport to discuss how “the Golden Triangle” of diet, exercise and hormone balance affects weight loss and general health. Categories: Expert Talk Tags: diet, expert talk, forever young, golden triangle, hormone, kendrick mccarty, michelle eubank, weight loss
Pearl River County School District holds discussion on active shooter events
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pearl River County School District’s Crisis Team met with first responders and directors from Highland Community Hospital for a roundtable discussion on active shooter events and the role each agency plays. Agencies taking part in the discussion include the sheriff’s office, office of emergency services, the state bureau of investigation, and the Carriere Fire…
Jonathan Allen nominated for Time Magazine’s 2026 Dealer of the Year Award
Jonathan Allen has been nominated for the 2026 Time Dealer of the Year award for Time Magazine. The award is one of the automobile industry’s most prestigious and highly coveted honors. The award recognizes the nation’s most successful auto dealers who also demonstrate long-standing commitment to community service. Allen was chosen to represent the Mississippi Automobile Dealers Association in the…
Shuck Cancer Ambassador Susie Davis shares her story
Susie Davis is a 2025 Shuck Cancer Ambassador. She joins us in studio to share her personal story. Shuck Cancer takes place November 6. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Shuck Cancer
Moss Point woman killed in Tuesday night crash in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating a crash in Jackson County that left one person dead. Troopers responded to a crash on Highway 613 on Tuesday night where officials say a car driving north hit a woman walking on the highway. The victim has been identified as Alicia Campbell of Moss Point. She was pronounced dead at the…
10/16 – Warm, Sunny and More Humid End to the Week
Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your extended forecast
It going to be another beautiful, but warm day across the Mississippi Gulf Coast with plenty of sunshine pushing highs into the mid and upper 80s. Skies stay clear this evening and temperatures look fairly mild with lows dipping into the mid and upper 60s. Friday brings more sunshine and highs in the mid 80s with southerly winds, so you…
Kicking it for Kids Co-Ed Kickball Tournament
We are joined by Beth Lindsey and Monica Foulon with Kids of Pearl River County to talk about their upcoming Co-Ed Kickball Tournament. The second annual Kicking it for Kids Co-Ed Kickball Tournament takes place November 8 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Friendship Park. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Kicking it for Kids Co-Ed…
Gautier Mullet Fest returns this weekend
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- We are joined now by Sugheiry Ward and Wesley Ward to talk about the upcoming Mullet Festival. The Mullet Festival takes place Saturday, October 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Old Singing River Mall property. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Gautier Mullet Festival
Picayune Police Department welcomes new bomb-sniffing K9
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- The Picayune Police Department has just welcomed a bomb sniffing K9 to its ranks. Meet Nitro, a 19-month-old British Labrador retriever. Sgt. Chris Penton was selected to be Nitro’s handler. The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department donated a vehicle kennel to Picayune PD for the newest edition to the force. Nitro was donated to the department by…
Police Departments release citation numbers for Cruisin’ the Coast 2025
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The 29th annual Cruisin’ the Coast wrapped up this weekend with police in Biloxi noting a significant decrease in citations compared to last year. Despite the increase traffic of over 10,300 vehicles registered for the event, there were 248 fewer citations than 2024. They reported a total of 243 violations, an overall 41 percent decrease. Citations include…
Progress continues on Long Beach Gateway Project
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Progress is being made on the Long Beach Gateway Project. In Long Beach, crews just weeks ago installed the top of the lighthouse. It is positioned on Jeff Davis Avenue right by the Long Beach Harbor. Launched in 2018, the project was proposed to enhance the city’s appearance along Highway 90. The project features new signage…
An evening celebrating Artist Emmitt Thames
Joseph Simpson from Negrotto’s Frame + Art is joining us ahead of a celebration of artist Emmitt Thames. He gives us the details. The event takes place Thursday, October 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Free refreshments will be provided. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Emmitt Thames, negrotto’s frame + art
10/15 – Warmer and a Little More Humid Tonight
Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast
Tonight looks clear and comfortable, with lows around 63 and calm winds, and Thursday brings plenty of sunshine with highs in the mid 80s. Friday still looks warm and dry, though winds will pick up a bit during the afternoon making it feel a little more humid out there and highs top out in the low to mid 80s. As…
Boo in the Bay Parade
Boo in the Bay Parade takes over the streets of Bay St. Louis on Saturday. Gayle Adams, Brett Ladner, and Farren Santibanez join us with more. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Boo in the Bay Parade
Trick or Treat on the Track in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-Jim Thompson with the Ocean Springs Library and Kat Johnson with the city join us ahead of this weekend’s Trick or Treat on the Track event. Trick or Treat on the Track takes place Saturday, October 18 at Freedom Field on Porter Avenue from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Categories: Local News Tags: Halloween Events, Ocean Springs,…
New voting machines approved in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on Monday. They approved the purchase of 115 new voting machines. According to Harrison County Circuit Clerk Justin Wetzell, the new machines take a photo of the ballot at the same time as scanning. The new scanners are said to operate faster and better than the current…
Annual Fishing with Buddies event in Pass Christian
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- A local organization held its annual Fishing with Buddies event on Tuesday for youth and adults with special needs. This gave them an afternoon on the water full of fishing and fun. WXXV News 25’s Megan Fayard has more. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Fishing with Buddies