Girls explore AI at Gulfport Central Middle School tech fest

More than 65 girls from fifth through eighth grade spent five hours as “AI detectives” at Gulfport Central Middle School during the Techbridge Girls AI Exploration Fest, exploring data, sensors and hands-on technology.

High school football scores: Week 10

Video above: Week 10 High School Football highlights part 1 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Be sure to check out the scores from the biggest games in Mobile County, Baldwin County and the Pensacola area from week 10 of the high school football season. Here are the games that have gone final. Friday night scores: Video […]

Harrison Central High School teacher Christian Bailey named Art Educator of the Year

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Harrison Central High School art teacher is being recognized for his contributions to art education. Christian Bailey has been named the 2026 Mississippi Art Education Association’s Secondary Division Art Educator of the Year. Now in his 21st year of teaching, Bailey helps students develop...

Gulfport High students use 3D printing to create prosthetics for amputees abroad

GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) — Gulfport High School students are using a 3D printing machine to create prosthetic legs for amputees in Central and South America through the STEP Forward Project. The STEP Forward Project is a student-led program in career and technical education schools that focuses on mobilizing amputees...

Scores from last Night: Magnolia ends road drought with 36–34 win

Magnolia finally left the road with a win. The Wildcats from Terry edged Gulf Coast Elite Homeschool 36–34 in Pascagoula

PREVIEW: Friday Night Football Showdown, Week 9

Matt Degregorio brings a preview of high school football action across the Coast as the playoff race heats up.

Pass Christian Wins Second Consecutive Region Title

MOSS POINT (GG) — Pass High continued its historic undefeated season Friday night, October 16 as senior quarterback Paris Trivillion had 432 yards of total offense and five touchdowns in the Pirates’ 52-8 win over Moss Point in a Region 8-4A road victory. The win moved Pass High...

The St. Paul’s-Mandeville district showdown was decided in the final minute

Mandeville senior Luke DeMelo had never beaten his former school. The Skippers wide receiver attended St. Paul’s in the eighth grade before spending the last four years at Mandeville High. So it was only fitting that when the Skippers needed a big play, he delivered with a 50-yard TD...

Lamar Co. schools earns A rating for 10th year, increases school scores

LAMAR COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - Lamar County schools have maintained an A rating for a decade. District leaders said this rating from the Mississippi Department of Education is rare. Petal is the only other A-rated district in the Pine Belt. “We’re now one of 31 in the state, one of...

Pearl River County School Board reviews academic performance grades

The Pearl River County School Board held a meeting on Thursday, Oct. 15, to address a parent complaint, review student reports and assess performance grades.   The meeting began with […]

Threat targeted South MS schools. Here's what students, parents should know

Several South Mississippi school districts are working with local police and the FBI to investigate a threat to harm students or staff that spread on social media across the Coast. Authorities said Monday afternoon the threat does not appear to be credible, though the investigation is ongoing. FULL STORY: Police, FBI investigating threat to South Mississippi school districts, officials say Here are key takeaways: The Harrison County School District, Gulfport School District and a school in the Jackson County School District all acknowledged the threat. All remained open, with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department increasing police presence at schools Monday. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety and the FBI are the lead agencies investigating. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department said it is assisting but is not the primary investigating agency. Jackson County Sheriff John Ledbetter said Coast law enforcement is working with the FBI to identify the person who made the threat. “Based on the credible information we received from our federal and state partners, the threat is not imminent at this time,” he said. Ledbetter thanked students who saw the threat posted in a group Snapchat and immediately reported it to authorities. The Harrison County School District urged parents

Pearl River County District accountability grades

The Mississippi Department of Education released accountability grades for the 2025-2026 school year, with Pearl River County achieving an average score of 92.1.   These ratings are based on a […]

West Harrison High School ranked #2 high school in Mississippi

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- West Harrison High School is earning statewide recognition, ranking among the best in the state. West Harrison High School earned the number two spot among Mississippi high schools for the 2025-2026 school year. According to the Mississippi Department of Education, the school earned 871 out of...

Robin Roberts connects virtually with South Mississippi students

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) — Robin Roberts made a virtual call to students in the gifted program at West Wortham Middle School on Tuesday. Roberts got her start on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, working at WLOX in the 1980s, before becoming an anchor for Good Morning America in New York.

New construction/electrical tech building under construction at PRCC’s Forrest County campus

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Some students studying construction trades at the Forrest County Campus of Pearl River Community College (PRCC) will soon have a new place to take classes. PRCC is building a new home for residential and commercial construction technology and electrical technology. The 4,800-square-foot building is a $500,000...

Mississippi childcare voucher shortfall forces closures, waitlists

BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) — To work or not to work? It’s the tough decision every new parent faces when daycare costs hundreds a month. In Mississippi, a childcare voucher program helps ease that financial burden. However, a recent shortfall in state funding is not only impacting parents; it’s also hurting those who care for their kids — the childcare providers.

500 high school students tour PRCC health programs as part of ‘Allied Health Days’

PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - The Forrest County Campus of Pearl River Community College (PRCC) is wrapping up a two-day recruiting event. More than 500 high school students from across South Mississippi are touring PRCC’s allied health programs as part of the school’s annual “Allied Health Days.”

WLOX Top Ten High School Football Poll: Week 9

PRCC seeks Pell eligibility for three career training programs

Pearl River Community College is working to qualify welding, commercial truck driving and emergency medical technician training for Workforce Pell Grants.  Up to 40 students a year could benefit if […]

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College students use AI to solve business problems

BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) — Students at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College are studying ways to solve problems using artificial intelligence, specifically for businesses. The Information Systems Technology course is now in its second semester. Instructors say they are working to highlight why AI is a useful tool but should be used properly.