Meggan Monday: Feed My Sheep makes sure no one goes hungry
A Gulfport outreach program that began in 1983 works every day to make sure that those facing food insecurities do not go hungry. Let's head…
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South Mississippians getting early start on holiday lights despite warm temperatures
South Mississippians are definitely feeling holly, jolly and hot as the holiday season is quickly approaching with record-high temperatures. Although the heat and humidity might be making…
Winn-Dixie along HWY 49 in Gulfport closing its doors to become an ALDI
The Winn-Dixie in Gulfport along Highway 49 is heading into its final days, as on November 10 it will shut its doors to transition into the newest ALDI location. Signs…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Humane Society of South Mississippi for Adopt a Senior Pet Month
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month! This month, shelters and rescues across the country are taking the time out to highlight the many wonderful senior pets looking for homes. WXXV…
South Mississippians head to the polls on Election Day
November 5th is the day to make your voice heard, helping shape the future with your ballot. WXXV News 25's Ethan…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Lyman Community Center taking you to the polls on this Election Day
Today is the day South Mississippi to make your voice heard by going out to vote on this Election Day. Every vote counts, and voting is a direct way to shape…
Gulfport School District receives 2024 Cognia System of Distinction
The Gulfport School District celebrating a recent achievement. The district is a 2024 Cognia System of Distinction. Cognia is a global school improvement advocacy group, Gulfport becoming…
A look ahead to the upcoming Gulfport municipal elections
With current Mayor Billy Hewes planning on stepping down after his third term, candidates have begun announcing their intentions to run for the office of Mayor of Gulfport in 2025.…
WXXV's Marco Bitonel live with with trick or treaters
Across South Mississippi, trick or treaters took over the streets on Thursday in search of their favorite Halloween treats. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel took a trip to the…
Aria Grady named Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year
Six candidates from Boys & Girls Clubs from across the Gulf Coast vied for the title of Youth of the Year at the Great Southern…
Gulfport Police's SWAT applicants go through training
The Gulfport Police Department is seeing an interest in their SWAT department! Meet the new SWAT applicants! They are going through tryouts, being pushed to their limits with drills and exercises. Those activities test mental toughness and skills. Good luck…
Three arrests made in Gulfport drive-by shooting incident
Gulfport announced it has made three arrests in connection with a drive-by shooting on Wednesday. 20-year-old Donnez Rafeyon Lebron Yarbor, 20-year-old Na’Alhyia Nakia Miller and 24-year-old Devon Rechard Wilkerson each were charged with one count of drive-by shooting. They were…
Gulfport woman pleads guilty to murder of ex-boyfriend during an argument
A Gulfport woman will serve 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to shooting an ex-boyfriend during an argument and waiting more than an hour before seeking medical help. 40-year-old Edna Rivers was sentenced to 40 years for second-degree murder,…
Memorial Health System Opens Urgent Care Clinic in Gulfport
Gulfport, Mississippi — October 22, 2024 — In addition to the 12 Memorial Walk-In Clinics along the Coast that care for patients with minor injuries or illnesses, Memorial Health System has opened an urgent care clinic in Gulfport, conveniently located near its main hospital at…
Eleven Gulf Coast invites the public to ribbon cutting
Khalyn Harmon and Jeremiah Morman join WXXV News 25 in studio to talk about the newest restaurant in Gulfport! Both tell us about what can be expected at…
Annual Carter's Champions Pink Dress Run draws hundreds to Gulfport
A sea of pink flooded Gulfport on Saturday as more than 600 people participated in the annual Carter's Champions Pink Dress Run. The 5k walk and run raised money for breast cancer…
Carter's Champions hosting Pink Dress Run on October 19th
Carter's Champions' co-founders John Carter and Jourden Derouen come to the WXXV News 25 studio ahead of the Pink Dress Run. The Pink Dress Run takes place in downtown Gulfport…
TGI Fridays permanently closes its Gulfport location
On October 6th the TGI Fridays along Crossroads Parkway in Gulfport officially closed its doors. The Gulfport location is the latest in a string of closures for the restaurant chain, TGI Fridays. Those…
Kaiden's Candles of Hope provides birthday cakes for children in foster care
Gulf Coast teenager Kaiden McGill has left a legacy far bigger than he likely could have ever imagined. It started when his mother, Rachel McGill, visited Quality Bakery in Gulfport to…
Jackpot Arranging beautifies South Mississippi, one planter at a time
One Gulfport 21-year-old has transformed his love of plants into a growing career on the Mississippi Coast. Jack Bellew founded Jackpot Arranging in April. The small business specializes in planter arrangements and similar…
New developments in 1993 cold case of baby Mary Josephine
New developments have been made in a Mississippi Coast cold case that dates back to the early 1990s. The Harrison County Sheriff's Office has released new details in the case of…
New restaurant opening in Downtown Gulfport
Downtown Gulfport is expanding with a new place to eat. WXXV News 25’s newest reporter Jordyn Lassiter tells us how soon we can plan on this restaurant to open its…
Man indicted on charges of assaulting, kidnapping woman in 2023
A Gulfport man faces a four-count indictment on charges of assaulting and kidnapping a woman he was in a relationship with. Ferrell Tevin McCord, 32, was served an indictment this week on two counts of aggravated assault, one count of…
Fort Massachusetts hosting candlelight tour
Fort Massachusetts is hosting a candlelight program on October 25th. Witness the breathtaking natural darkness of Mississippi’s most visited barrier island while encountering scenes from the fort’s storied, and often dark past. Rangers will detail the struggle, perseverance, triumph, and…