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WLOX Digital Desk with Hugh Keeton (04/17/2024)
SUMMARY: Hugh Keaton provides updates on the weather, news, and events in South Mississippi. The weather is warm with some cloud cover but no rain reaching the ground. News includes a halted marina project in Ocean Springs, a community coming together to build a wheelchair ramp for a man in need, road construction updates in Jackson County, and the start of a telecommunications tower technician training program. Events highlighted include the Crawfish Music Festival, Wednesdays at the Depot in Bay St Louis, minor league baseball and hockey games in Biloxi, and a gardening conference at the Beau Rivage Resort. Check out WLOX for more information.
Hugh Keeton brings the latest developments on the Ocean Springs Marina, the upcoming Crawfish Festival and more.
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Saints Report: Saints lose another close game this time in week two against the San Francisco 49ers
SUMMARY: The New Orleans Saints lost a close game in week two against the San Francisco 49ers, 26-21, at the Caesar Superdome. Despite missing key 49ers players, the Saints struggled early but fought back with touchdowns by Rasheed Shahid and Devon Ble. A critical fourth-down sack of Spencer Rattler sealed their fate. Coach Kell Moore praised the team’s effort but emphasized the need for better situational play and seizing opportunities. The Saints aim to improve as they prepare to face the Seattle Seahawks next Sunday, September 21st. Reporting from the Caesar Superdome, Ever Gier Jr., WXXV News25 Sports.
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Harrison County approves budget with no tax increase
SUMMARY: Harrison County leaders have finalized and approved the 2025-2026 fiscal budget with no tax increase, balancing expenditures at around $324 million. The Board of Supervisors completed budget talks and passed the budget before the October 1st deadline. Board President Nathan Barrett confirmed there will be no increases in the county’s tax levies. However, the Harrison County School District will implement a small, state-required increase in their school tax, which is a formality and expected to have minimal impact on taxpayers. Overall, the county’s budget remains stable without additional fiscal burdens on residents.
The Board of Supervisors passed the 2025-2026 fiscal budget on Monday. For more Local News from WLOX: …
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WXXV Game of the Week: Week 3
SUMMARY: For Week 3 of the WXXV Game of the Week, Everett Gier Jr. previews the matchup between Pascagoula and Ocean Springs. Coach Lewis, whose team won the Game of the Week vote, expressed pride in the recognition. Coming off a tough loss to Biloxi, the team is focused on fixing mistakes and executing well. Key players to watch include Jason Glaw, running backs, offensive linemen Thomas Ash and Tyler Scoon, and receivers Darius Carter, DJ Nunnery, and Learian Picket. The WXXV sports department will be covering the game live, eager to see a strong performance from Pascagoula.
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