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Four teens charged in alleged drug deal gone bad in Gulfport

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2022-01-27 10:25:12

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An 18-year-old is in custody, charged by Gulfport Police with leaving the scene of an accident causing death or injury in an incident on Wednesday afternoon near Hendry Road in Orange Grove.

Tyson Caden Presley is in the Harrison County jail under a $100,000 bond.

Officers were sent to the area after a report of a shooting came in about 12:40 p.m. When they arrived, officers found an unresponsive man in the…

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Small businesses feeling impacts of increased traffic caused by Buc-ee’s

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www.wxxv25.com – Elizabeth Keen – 2025-07-09 21:13:00

SUMMARY: One month after Buc-ee’s opened in South Mississippi, its food and merchandise are popular, but traffic around its single-entrance roundabout is causing issues. Michelle Englett, local business owner, says the roundabout creates heavy congestion, confusing drivers and blocking access to nearby shops. The design directs customers straight to Buc-ee’s, reducing traffic for other businesses. While some visitors find it easy to navigate, they rarely explore beyond Buc-ee’s. Workers at nearby stores suggest solutions, such as additional entrances, employee parking, or a service road to better manage traffic flow and support local commerce.

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Old School Tutoring and Toys offering unique school supplies service

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www.wxxv25.com – Elizabeth Keen – 2025-07-08 21:53:00

SUMMARY: As summer ends, back-to-school shopping can be stressful for parents like Jeryn Frederic, who has five children. Old School Tutoring and Toys in Pascagoula offers a customizable, affordable school supply bag service that delivers directly to local schools, saving parents time and hassle. Since 2017, owner Christina Bates has grown the service from 50 to over 500 bags annually, with plans to expand. Profits support local schools, donating \$10 per bag purchased to partner schools. The company also offers donation “essential boxes” to help families in need, making back-to-school prep easier for the community.

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“Gulfport Rising” vision introduced to Gulfport School District which includes plan for on-site Football Field!

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www.wxxv25.com – Ansley Brent – 2025-07-07 22:37:00

SUMMARY: Gulfport School District’s Athletic Director Matt Walters unveiled “Gulfport Rising,” a multi-phase vision to enhance the school and community. The plan includes building a high school football stadium on campus—long overdue—along with a natatorium, bowling lanes, pickleball courts, and a powerlifting facility to serve diverse student interests. Head Football Coach Blake Pennock emphasized the project’s significance, highlighting opportunities for athletes, band members, and community events. Both praised the collaboration between the district and city, noting the project’s transition from planning to action. WXXV News 25 will continue covering the developments, marking an exciting future for Gulfport schools.

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