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Red Rebelette signs with Baptist State

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www.wxxv25.com – Jeff Haeger – 2022-11-18 19:27:22

The Harrison Central Softball program concluding it’s fall signing period with its third of three ceremonies this month.

Rounding out the bunch is senior standout Jayla Ladner who’s letting the ink dry with Bishop State Community College in Mobile.

Ladner can play both corner infield spots but lives her best life in the circle as the ace pitcher for the Red Rebelettes — armed with a fastball, rise ball, screw ball and change-up.

Ladner says she’s been playing softball ever since she was five years old and that her faith led her to this next chapter with the…

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How to prepare for a hurricane, as forecasters expect a busy 2025 storm season

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-07-12 12:00:00

SUMMARY: Hurricane season is stressful for coastal Americans, with forecasts predicting 6 to 10 hurricanes, half potentially major. Preparation reduces stress, officials say. Secure outdoor items, board windows, and protect important documents. Inspect roofs, trim weak tree limbs, review insurance, and inventory possessions early. Emergency kits should include water (1 gallon per person daily for seven days), nonperishable food, flashlights, batteries, medications, and entertainment for kids. Include pets’ needs too. Those evacuating should know routes, have backup plans, and fuel vehicles. Having a detailed plan and communicating it helps ease fears and ensures readiness for hurricanes.

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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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