WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- Shoppers and antiques enthusiasts have a new destination in South Mississippi. Old Town Relics cut the ribbon on its new location Thursday morning, marking the start of what owners hope will be a long-term investment in Wiggins. Located just outside historic Downtown Wiggins, Old Town Relics is hoping to bring more life to the area. “I know...

STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department and the Stone County Fire Service teamed up for a countywide training session. Firefighters came together to practice water shuttle operations and drafting operations, including how to establish and maintain a water supply from sources other than a hydrant. The two organizations work closely together to make sure Stone County stays safe...

CARTHAGE, Miss.–One person was killed in a one-car wreck Saturday afternoon in Leake County, confirmed the Leake County Coroner’s Office. The wreck involved a gold Chevy Impala that turn ed over and caught fire on Hwy. 25 near Wiggins Loop Rd. The 911 call came […] The post One Person Killed in Wreck in Leake County appeared first on Kicks96news.com - Central Mississippi News 24/7.

STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- For a group of inmates in Stone County, Wednesday marked the start of a new chapter. Graduates of the Southern Mississippi Planning and Development District Pathway Home 5 re-entry program were honored for their commitment to personal growth and preparing for life after release. For these graduates, this ceremony marks more than the completion of a...

PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV) — The Trump administration has announced its plans to suspend tariffs on ground beef and allow up to 300,000 tons of beef to be imported tariff free. With this meat expected to be sold for 25% less than the current market prices, local producers like Stonnington Farms in Perkinston, Miss. could see negative impacts on their sales....

Wiggins, Miss. (WXXV) – The Wiggins Police Department is alerting the public to a case they’ve been working on. Starting July 22nd of this year, the department has received complaints of minors being able to buy alcohol and nicotine from One Stop Fuel. An investigation was launched, marking the third investigation into the business in the last 18 months. On...

PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV)- With Hood Industries mill set to close, many workers are now looking for new career opportunities. MGCCC is connecting the community with the resources to help those impacted explore what’s next. The two-day job fair at the Perkinston campus is aimed at helping flood victims and former Hood Industry employees find their next job opportunity after Tropical...

PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV)- A job fair is underway at MGCCC Perkinston campus to help employees impacted by the recent Hood mill closure and those who were impacted by June’s severe floods. WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis is at the student union at MGCCC with more on the job fair.  The job fair runs until 6 p.m. tonight and then again...

Authorities have identified the man who passed away at a Wiggins water park this week. The Stone County Coroner’s Office confirmed that Christopher Coote Jr, 41, died at Flint Creek Water Park on Tuesday. Officials have preliminarily ruled his death an accidental drowning. First responders were dispatched to the scene around 5:27 p.m. on Tuesday. […]

A body has been recovered following a search and rescue operation at a Wiggins water park. The Wiggins Police Department said that on Tuesday around 5:27 p.m., officers were dispatched to Flint Creek Water Park in response to a call regarding an adult male who appeared to be drowning. Local firefighters also responded to the […]