South Mississippians concerned as gas prices spike amidst conflict in Middle East
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- South Mississippians are digging deeper into their wallets as gas prices climb nationwide. Oil prices are rising considerably in the…
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LIST: School closures and schedule changes in South Mississippi
Several school districts and schools in South Mississippi have decided to cancel or delay classes Monday due to dangerously cold temperatures moving into our area. Below is a list of school districts making changes: George County School District: Closed Monday…
8/15 - Sam Lucey's "Nice and Dry" Friday Evening Forecast
For tonight, we're looking at partly cloudy with lows in the mid 70s. Saturday brings sunshine and heat, with highs in the mid 90s and the…
8/12 - Sam Lucey's "Cloudy with A Chance For Showers" Tuesday Evening Forecast
We’ve got a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms Tuesday night, mainly after 10 o’clock. Skies stay mostly cloudy, and it’ll be warm…
8/11 - Sam Lucey's "Slightly Unsettled" Monday Evening Forecast
We’ve got a mostly quiet evening ahead, but late tonight into the early morning hours, we'll likely have a batch of showers and thunderstorms roll through South…
Rising temperatures may equal rising utility bills
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - Summer is here and along with the rising heat are rising utility bills. Coast Electric recommends keeping your AC set to 78 during the summer…
"Care Bear" Jeep bringing smiles to South Mississippi
Hundreds of thousands of vehicles move through South Mississippi each day, an endless flow of tan sedans, white pick-up trucks and black SUV’s. But when this car goes…
Auto-industry on the Coast preparing for tariffs
GULFPORT, Miss (WXXV) - Today, President Trump announced a 90 day pause on tariffs with the exception of China. Businesses along the Coast now have more time to…
Gulfport residents attend 'Meet the Candidates' event
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - With primaries just around the corner, Gulfport residents had the chance to be up close with candidates running for public office. The Mississippi Gulf Coast…
South Mississippi shares March Madness hot takes
March Madness is now well underway, and many fans are eagerly anticipating a few weeks of big wins and noteworthy upsets! We caught up with some basketball fans here…
South Mississippi students named Presidential Scholars candidates
Twenty-six students from South Mississippi schools have been named candidates in the 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. Three of those students -- Erik "Talan" Lindmark of Pass Christian High and, Sohni Beamon of Gulfport High and Matthew Church of Ocean…
Viewer photos of January 2025 snow event!
It's snowing in South Mississippi, and we want to see your photos! You can submit your snow photos to us at news@wxxv25.com, or you can submit on our Facebook page. From: Robin Killeen From: Alan King From: Tommy Holder From:…
Closures announced because of winter weather
Several businesses and offices are announcing closings ahead of the winter weather expected this week. Pascagoula Municipal Court has canceled court hearings on January 22nd due to hazardous traveling conditions. You will receive a letter in the mail with your…
Meggan Monday: Feed the Needy
This week's Meggan Monday takes us back to the beginning of a holiday tradition in South Mississippi: Feed the Needy. WXXV News 25's Meggan Gray gives us the details.
Hancock County remembers former tourism director Myrna Green
Hancock County citizens are mourning the passing of former tourism director Myrna Green, who died Saturday. She was 79. Green, who lived in Hernando after leaving her post as executive director of the Hancock County Tourism bureau from 2011 to…
UPDATE: St. Pe' wins Court of Appeals District 5 runoff
Amy St. Pe' has been declared the winner of the Court of Appeals District 5 runoff election by the Associated Press. With 97 percent of the vote reporting…
Holiday events in South Mississippi
It's the holiday season and there are lots of events coming up to appeal to shoppers, the community and, of course, the kids. If you have an event that is not part of the calendar, please email us at news@wxxv25.com…
Halloween displays bring festive fun to Mississippi Coast
It's hard to imagine Halloween without candy, costumes and haunted houses, but you also can't forget the incredible holiday displays all along the Mississippi Coast. South Mississippi never…
Lola and Friends Bunny Rescue of South MS provides second chances to stray rabbits
When you think of adopting a pet, you probably think of dogs or cats from your local humane society. But at Lola and Friends…
Ocean Springs plays host to Formula Wave Deep South Regatta
The 2024 Catamaran racing season wraps up next week. It's the Formula Wave Deep South Regatta starts on the 21st and runs through the 23rd. Sailors from across the country will descend on South Mississippi for this event.
Halloween events coming up in South Mississippi
WXXV is compiling a list of Halloween events and activities coming up. We will continue to update the list as new events are added. If you have an event that you do not see listed here, please email us at…
WXXV's Marco Bitonel LIVE on how South Mississippi is helping those affected by Helene
Several organizations across South Mississippi mobilized to provide relief for areas affected by Hurricane Helene. Early on Thursday morning, Mississippi Power sent a storm team of over 260 linemen and technicians to Georgia to…
AT&T labor strikes take place across south Mississippi
The Communication Workers of America, also known as the CWA, began their strike this week to protest AT&T Southeast, who they accuse of taking part in unfair labor practices during negotiations for…
South Mississippi educators named to State Advisory Council
The Mississippi Department of Education announced Monday the addition of 45 education professionals from across the state to serve on the Mississippi Teacher Advisory Council. Nine are from South Mississippi schools. The MTAC, formed in 2016, now includes 195 educators…