Hattiesburg, Miss. (WXXV)- The Hattiesburg Zoo is calling all animal lovers for a special program. Anyone between the ages of 13 and 15 can apply for the zoo's Junior Volunteer Program. The next orientation and onboarding session is scheduled for…
Hattiesburg, Miss. (WXXV)- Tattoo enthusiasts and lovers of art are invited to the Second Annual Ink in the Alley in Hattiesburg. The fun running from 5…
Hattiesburg, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Hattiesburg unveiled two new murals, bringing the city's count up to 64. These murals are located at the Public Safety Complex. The first is titled…
Mississippi Gulf Coast (WXXV)- Southern Miss is boasting the first Beckman Scholars in the state. Ashe Davis of Ocean Springs and Noah Williamson of Hattiesburg are the…
Hattiesburg, Miss. (WXXV)- The Hattiesburg Zoo is celebrating a big milestone. The zoo's 75th birthday bash is taking place this Saturday! It's happening from 10 AM to 4 PM that day.…
Hattiesburg, Miss. (WXXV)- William Carey University leaders are talking about more growth on the horizon at both the Hattiesburg and Tradition Campuses. In Hattiesburg, work has begun on a…
It's the weekend and a few animals are partying. The Hattiesburg Zoo celebrates three birthdays on Friday. Two Ring-Tailed Lemurs and a blue duiker are the honorees. Ardan the…
Hattiesburg unveiled another mural. This one is their 62nd edition. Hub of Momentum is located on the side of The Porter Pub. The mural illustrates the progress from a railroad and…
The City of Hattiesburg unveiled a new mural. That art is located on the Community Arts Center. Series two of Jam Session was unveiled Monday - with Hattiesburg native, comedian, actor, and…
A new program for teens is coming to the Hattiesburg Zoo! The Junior Volunteer Program is open to ages 13 - 15. Requirements for the program include: Attend one Saturday training session during one of the onboarding months (April, July,…
The Hattiesburg Zoo is welcoming two new residents this month. Lulo the Kinkajou is four years old and can be found in the Africa section of the zoo. He…
The Hattiesburg Zoo will be transitioning to become a cashless venue. That is expected to take place on March 1st. Alon with the transition, admission prices will rise $2 to offset…
The Hattiesburg Zoo is hosting their Renaissance Festival on Saturday and Sunday. Look for axe throwing, archery, and encounters with the zoo's ambassador animals. Tickets are sold at…
The Hub City unveiled their 60th mural on Thursday. This one celebrates Black History Month and the Freedom Summer Movement. The piece is titled "Freedom Summer: Honoring History and Hope in…
The City of Hattiesburg has unveiled their 59th mural. This one is titled ‘United in Purpose’ and was unveiled on the side of Sacred Heart. Local Hattiesburg artist Kayla Worrell…
There is no question that south Mississippi has a large history of top football talent at both the high school and collegiate level. On…
The Hattiesburg Zoo is welcoming two new residents! Move-in day was Thursday, staff bringing in two ducks. The two new feathered friends are a Fulvous Whistling Duck and a…
Calling all kids aged 4 - 8! The Pocket Museum in Hattiesburg invites artists to submit monster drawings for a special exhibit. A few rules do apply, the art must be drawn on 5x7 white paper with only pencil and…
Sam the Donkey celebrated his 9th birthday in Hattiesburg! The Hattiesburg Zoo posted pictures from the celebration earlier this week. His actual birthday was celebrated last Friday, December 20th. Donkeys are known for their incredible memory, so he never forgets…
Shaquille O’Neal brings his ‘Big Chicken’ restaurant to Mississippi! The franchise’s first restaurant in the Magnolia State opened in Hattiesburg on Tuesday. Big Chicken serves meals inspired by Shaq’s home-cooked childhood favorites with today’s trending flavors. The menu ranges from…
WXXV News 25's Ansley Brent is celebrating her third South State on the Mississippi Coast. She gives a preview of Picayune versus Hattiesburg.
Mural #58 has been unveiled in the downtown area of Hattiesburg on November 19th. The mural is called "Glass Ceiling" and honors the late Evelyn Gandy. Gandy is the first woman…
The Hattiesburg Zoo has finally rolled out a name for its newest hyena... Meet little Kuuma! His name means 'bite' in Swahili, he has earned it! The name comes from a fan of the zoo. Kuuma joins his family in…
The Hattiesburg Zoo is coming out with a new exhibit space. This one is reserved for their flamingo populations. The flamingos are staying in a temporary exhibit after the old one was…