George County Sheriff’s Office warns residents against scam
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam targeting families of jail inmates in the county. Scammers are claiming a…
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Woman accused of burning property, abandoning dog in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. — A Mobile woman faces felony charges after George County authorities say she damaged…
Lucedale woman arrested on credit card fraud charges against elderly victim
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Lucedale woman accused of using an elderly victim’s credit card information. Investigators say 46-year-old Chasity Baker made more than $2,000 in unauthorized purchases. Baker is now charged with…
Woman charged with embezzling church funds in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A woman is facing felony charges after investigators say she embezzled more than $80,000 from a George County church over several years. The George County Sheriff’s Office says church leaders reported the suspected theft on July…
Man charged with sexually assaulting a child in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In George County, a 19-year-old is charged with sexually assaulting a child. Brenten Chavers is charged with two counts of sexual battery after turning himself into deputies last week. His arrest comes after a lengthy investigation,…
George County Deputy Clerk Kim Davis retiring after 27 years
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office is congratulating one of their own for 27 years of service. The sheriff’s office says that Kim…
MDOT: Portions of State Route 26 in George County remain closed due to flooding
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Mississippi Department of Transportation says portions of State Route 26 in George County remains closed due to ongoing flooding impacts. State Route 26 is closed in both directions between Fairley O’Neal Road/Vardaman Graves Road and Ely…
Residents rescued from homes as heavy rain causes major flooding across region
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI (WXXV) -- Heavy rain drenched south Mississippi on Thursday, creating dangerous conditions for residents and motorists across the coast. Emergency crews have…
George County Girls Flag Football ranked Sixth Best Program in the Nation!
What a month it's been for the George County Girls Flag Football team! On May 9th, the Lady Rebels won the 2026 MHSAA Girls…
Vermont man charged following George County child exploitation investigation
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)--A Vermont man is facing…
Teens arrested in George County after reckless driving case
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- George County deputies say two juveniles are facing charges after a reckless driving call led to a damaged patrol vehicle and reports of vandalism. The George County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded to the Sally Parker…
George County officials warn of phone scam
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- George County officials are warning the public about a phone scam making the rounds. The sheriff’s office says scammers are calling people and demanding money…
Two people arrested in George County drug investigation
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Authorities in George County have arrested two people following an investigation into the transfer of controlled substances. According to the George County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division, working in conjunction with the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, Christopher…
George County High School senior dies in Highway 26 crash
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-- An 18-year-old riding a bicycle on Highway 26 died Friday night after being hit by a vehicle, according to Mississippi Highway Patrol. Tyree Bradley was on his bicycle around 8:15 p.m. Friday night, when a Ford…
George County teen located safely
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We have an update on the missing teen out of George County we told you about Wednesday. The George County Sheriff’s Office says Kaelynn Underwood has been…
U.S. House passes bill honoring George County Deputy Jeremy Malone
The U.S. House has passed a bill to honor fallen George County Deputy Jeremy Malone. House Resolution 6995 would designate the George County Post Office on Highway 198 in Beaumont as the Jeremy Malone Post Office. Deputy Malone was killed…
George County's Lani McDoniel named Flag Football Player of the Week by the New Orleans Saints!
Congratulations are in order for one of the most talented female athletes George County has even seen! Not only is…
Man dies after Monday vehicle pursuit in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office has released new details about a vehicle pursuit involving deputies Monday that ended in a man’s death. Details are very limited in this case, but the George County Sheriff’s Office identified…
New community center being built in George County
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- People in the Barton Basin community will soon have a new place to gather close to home. George County leaders are building a…
George County man arrested after deadly fight; victim identified
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-- A George County man is behind bars after a physical altercation turned deadly Saturday morning. 36-year-old David Vice of…
Honoring law enforcement in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The George County Sheriff’s Office is thanking Tim Hempstead for his care and maintenance of the law enforcement memorial outside of the courthouse. He also takes time…
Alabama deadly hit-and-run suspect captured in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In George County, a suspect wanted for deadly hit-and-run in Alabama was recently taken into custody by George County sheriff’s deputies. Malvin Villalobos-Bonilla is charged in this case. Bonilla and the vehicle suspected of being involved…
Deuce Knight hosts inaugural Christmas toy drive
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV) -- He's a hometown hero on the football field, and now he's giving back to his community. Auburn quarterback Deuce Knight, a George County graduate,…
George County man charged in child sexual battery case
A Lucedale man is behind bars this week after being charged with multiple counts of sexual abuse involving minors. 23-year-old Bryce McGill is specifically charged with three counts of sexual battery involving a minor under the age of 14. McGill's…