Work at Garfield Ladner Pier in Waveland ramps up
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- Waveland city leaders recently posted pictures of reconstruction work in progress at the Garfield Ladner Pier. All that exists of the pier currently are…
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Qualifying begins for municipal elections in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- Qualifying for Waveland’s municipal elections opened Tuesday morning. The city holds its municipal elections in a different election cycle than other cities in South Mississippi. The…
Buccaneer State Park prepares for America 250 celebration
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV) - Millions across the nation are preparing to celebrate America’s 250th birthday this weekend, including several places along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Buccaneer state park in Waveland…
St. Clare Seafood Festival brings community together despite rain
Waveland, Miss (WXXV)- The annual St. Clare Seafood Festival brought the Waveland community together to celebrate Memorial Day weekend. Despite the rainy weather, families and visitors filled the…
Chick-Fil-A set to open new location in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- A popular fast food restaurant is coming to the City of Waveland. Mayor Jay Trapani announced on social media that Chick-Fil-A will be opening its first location in Waveland in 2027, pending any delays. The new restaurant…
Repairs to proceed on Garfield Ladner Pier in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- Work is about to ramp up to repair Waveland’s city pier. J.E. Borries Incorporated of Pascagoula is the agency tasked with rebuilding the Garfield…
No injuries reported after shooting near Krewe of Nereids parade in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss (WXXV)-- No injuries were reported after a shooting near the Krewe of Nereids parade route in Waveland Sunday afternoon. Waveland Police Chief Mike Prendergast tells WXXV says it happened around 1 p.m, near the intersection of Highway 90…
Car lovers travel thousands of miles for Cruisin' The Coast each year
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV) -- Vintage cars lined the streets of downtown Waveland for this year's Hot Rods and Hospitality event. Cruisers gathered to enjoy…
City of Waveland receives grant for sewer improvements
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- Waveland residents in the area of Margie Street will see sewer improvements soon thanks to a $4 million grant from GOMESA funds. This allows residents…
Waveland Ground Zero Museum celebrates 20 years of rebirth after Hurricane Katrina
WAVELAND, Miss. -- As we approach the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s landfall, we take a look at Waveland, the storm’s ground zero, and…
UPDATE: Body found near pier in Waveland identified
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)-The Hancock County Coroner’s Office has identified the man who was found dead in the water Monday night near a Waveland Pier. Coroner Jeff Hair tells WXXV the man has been identified…
Multiple rounds fired into Waveland apartment; three infants inside
Waveland, Miss. (WXXV)- It was around 9:30 on Wednesday night when multiple rounds were fired into an apartment unit in Waveland. Seven people were inside, including three infants. No injuries…
Pedestrian struck and killed in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- A pedestrian was struck and killed in the area of Highway 90 and Arnold Street in Waveland Tuesday afternoon. Officers responded to the area and found bystanders conducting CPR on the victim. Once on scene, officers took…
Waveland shares update to the Marriott Hotel
WAVELAND, Miss (WXXV)- Construction is officially underway on Waveland’s first hotel in more than 20 years, and it's going vertical. The $16 million dual-brand Marriot Hotel, featuring Fairfield and…
City of Waveland hosts third annual Easter Parade
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- There were plenty of Easter events on the Coast this weekend, but one notable event over the years has been Waveland’s annual Easter Parade. WXXV…
20 years after Hurricane Katrina, this beloved restaurant is making a return
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV) - Before Hurricane Katrina devastated the town of Waveland in 2005, it was home to a thriving restaurant scene, and Rickey’s was at…
Bay St. Louis woman charged with credit card fraud, embezzlement
A Bay St. Louis woman has been charged with stealing from several Waveland stores by using a fraudulent credit card. Waveland Police said 37-year-old Cristal Seals was arrested Thursday. The charges stem from incidents in October and November, when Seals…
Kiln man facing murder charge in Waveland has bond revoked in separate case
A Kiln man charged in a December shooting is back in jail after having bond revoked in another case. Waveland Police have arrested a man in connection with an early Saturday morning shooting. 22-year-old Robert Sams Jr. bonded out of…
Transformer issue causes power outage in Waveland
Coast Electric customers in Waveland were without power for about an hour because of a transformer issue. Spokesperson April Lollar said a transformer at the substation in Waveland went out, causing the power outage that affected about 2,500 homes. But…
One dead, another wounded in early morning shooting in Waveland
Waveland Police have arrested a man in connection with an early Saturday morning shooting. Police say 22-year-old Robert Sams Jr. of the Kiln has been charged with 1st degree murder and aggravated assault He was taken to the Hancock County…
Two Hancock County men charged with trying to bribe witness in stalking case
Two Hancock County men have been charged with trying to pay off a victim to drop his charges against Alan Moran. 23-year-old Jeremy Billings of Diamondhead and 23-year-old Ian Schexnayder of Bay St. Louis are charged with bribing a witness.…
City of Waveland celebrating with Christmas on Coleman event
The City of Waveland is getting into the Christmas spirit tonight! Christmas on Coleman is set to start at 5 and run until 8 this evening. Food…
Allen Beverages Local Eats - Ms. Mary's
Ms Mary's in Old Town Bay St. Louis has now expanded to Waveland! For a delicious southern breakfast, deli-style lunch, all-beef hot dogs, over-the-top snoballs (including sugar-free options), coffees,…
WXXV Relief-A-Thon: Waveland Mayor Jay Trapani speaks about helping sister city
Waveland residents know first hand about the damage brought by intense hurricane. That’s why it is no surprise the city has sprung immediately into action…