Ocean Springs, MS

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Preparations are underway in Downtown Ocean Springs for one of the Mississippi Gulf Coast’s biggest arts and crafts events. The 48th annual Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival returns November 7th and 8th. Vendors, artists, and craftsmen will fill the streets of Downtown Ocean Springs, giving visitors a chance to shop, explore, and support local artists....

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Fire Department took time to make improvements on their respond boat. The crew took on the project, installing non-slip decking to make the boat safer. This decking helps prevent slips and falls while responding to emergencies. The fire department says this not only improves firefighter safety; it also saves taxpayer dollars while keeping...

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs High School Principal Dr. Jacob Dykes is being appointed to a high position. U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon has appointed Dr. Dykes to the National Board. This board sets policies for the nation’s report card. Dr. Dykes has earned recognition for his achievements, athletics and student opportunities, also serving on the state department of...

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Coast Transit Authority will be offering an alternate route during the Peter Anderson Festival in Ocean Springs. On November 7, Route 7 will be working around the downtown area and will be followed throughout the entire day. Route 7 does not operate on Sundays and will not be affected by the festival. Riders are encouraged...

GULFPORT, Miss. — Ocean Springs picked up its second regional win of the season Friday night, taking down Harrison Central 34-6 in a Week 10 matchup. The Greyhounds carried a 12-6 lead into the third quarter before finding their offensive rhythm and pulling away from the Red Rebels. Quarterback Chalmers Berglind led the charge, connecting with Daniel Johnson, Khalif Ragin...

The NIU National Association for the Advancement of Colored People as well as 200 other people, marched in honor of Nolan Wells on Thursday.   Wells, an 18-year-old African American student from Ocean Springs, Mississippi, who went missing on the Fourth of July while celebrating with his friends. His body was recovered in the water two...

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Coast Crime Stoppers is sharing an update that due to tips from the community, a fugitive has been taken into custody. Micah Turnley was taken into custody by the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office on an outstanding grand larceny warrant from Ocean Springs. He was also wanted by MDOC for a probation violation. Coast Crime Stoppers...

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- With Halloween just days away, the search for the perfect costume is on. Some shoppers are turning to second-hand stores to celebrate the holiday without spending a fortune. Whether you’re dressing up as a superhero or putting together something spooktacular, Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi is helping Halloween shoppers get creative without breaking the bank. As...

A South Mississippi sculptor has returned home to bring the work of one of his favorite artists to life. Justin Glowacki with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center shows us how Phil Proctor turned Walter Anderson’s artwork into two sculptures in Ocean Springs. Phil Proctor grew up in Lucedale before moving away to build a career as a sculptor. More...

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Police Department was named the law enforcement agency of the year. They took home that honor at the annual Mississippi Crime Stoppers Conference. This award is the highest honor presented to law enforcement agencies. This recognizes Ocean Springs’ partnership with Crime Stoppers and the commitment to public safety. Crime Stoppers says Ocean Springs...