Elizabeth Keen

Biloxi

Reporter and Anchor at WXXV-TV (Gulfport, MS)

@WXXV25 Morning Anchor & Sports Reporter || Mississippi State Athletic Communications Alum || Opinions are my own!

Articles

New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame Experience welcomes standout alumni and fans to IP

1 week ago | wxxv25.com | Elizabeth Keen

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - The New Orleans Saints brought the Big Easy to Biloxi with the Saints Hall of Fame Experience at the IP Casino Resort Spa in Biloxi. Hundreds of eventgoers had the opportunity to meet roughly two dozen Saints alumni.
Ocean Springs offensive tackle Jayden Ross commits to Mississippi State

1 week ago | wxxv25.com | Elizabeth Keen

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) - Ocean Springs football offensive tackle Jayden Ross will be taking his talents to Mississippi State. The three-star recruit had 23 total offers from colleges and universities across the nation, ultimately announcing his decision to stay in the Magnolia State with the Bulldogs on Monday morning. He is a member of the class of 2026 and was a First Team All Region 4A-7A selection. Congratulations Jayden, we can't wait to watch you succeed in the SEC!
Round Island Lighthouse Maritime Museum hosts ribbon cutting in Pascagoula

2 weeks ago | wxxv25.com | Elizabeth Keen

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- A Pascagoula landmark now features a new museum that will give visitors a deeper look into its history. City officials hosted a ribbon cutting for the Round Island Lighthouse Maritime Museum on Thursday morning. The small red building - located just to the west of the iconic lighthouse - features photographs of the landmark's revolution, replicas of old ships and even fossils from local wildlife for all to view...
Children make treats for HSSM shelter pets

3 weeks ago | wxxv25.com | Elizabeth Keen

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - Quite a few little animal lovers packed the Humane Society of South Mississippi on Friday morning to beat the summer boredom and help out shelter pets in return. Club Paws program attendees put their treat-making skills to the test by assembling enrichment treats. These treats are more than just a yummy surprise for those dogs and cats - they provide mental stimulation, encourage good behavior and reduce stress.
"Care Bear" Jeep bringing smiles to South Mississippi

3 weeks ago | wxxv25.com | Elizabeth Keen

Hundreds of thousands of vehicles move through South Mississippi each day, an endless flow of tan sedans, white pick-up trucks and black SUV's. But when this car goes anywhere, it catches everyone's attention. "The second I pull up anywhere, I get smiles... I mean on everybody's faces. Anybody from a child, all the way to a grandpa."Meet Dawn Flaherty - she's the owner of the "Care Bear" Jeep.
St. Martin basketball welcomes area teams in Summer Shootout

3 weeks ago | wxxv25.com | Elizabeth Keen

ST. MARTIN, Miss. (WXXV) - While most students are starting their summer breaks off with beach trips and late nights, athletes on the Coast are proving that champions are built in the offseason. That couldn't be more true at the St. Martin Summer Shootout, where top high school and junior high basketball teams from South Mississippi and Alabama are looking forward to November, even in June. "We come to practice early every day," St. Martin guard Terence Allen said.
Mississippi State baseball hires Brian O'Connor as program's 19th head coach

3 weeks ago | wxxv25.com | Elizabeth Keen

Mississippi State has announced the hiring of former Virginia head coach and college baseball great Brian O'Connor as the program's 19th head coach. The announcement came on the team's official X account on Sunday night following the Bulldogs' 5-2 loss to No. 9 Florida State in the Tallahassee Regional of the NCAA Tournament.
Pass Christian signs three track athletes to next level

4 weeks ago | wxxv25.com | Elizabeth Keen

On Thursday evening, three standout Pass Christian track athletes put pen to paper to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level. Talan Lindmark and Nolan Akers signed to compete at Spring Hill College in Mobile, while Ollie "Trae" Bailey III will be taking his talents to Belmont Abbey College in North Carolina.
Highlighting Mississippi State baseball ahead of the NCAA Tournament

4 weeks ago | wxxv25.com | Elizabeth Keen

A month ago, Mississippi State baseball's chance at making the NCAA Tournament seemed slim, but after an impressive end to the season, the Bulldogs are the No. 3 seed in the Tallahassee Regional. MSU started SEC play with a 1-9 record, but won eight of their last nine conference games to finish the regular season with a 15-15 mark in conference play. The team appears to have come together at the right time under interim head coach Justin Parker, but can they maintain that momentum?
Introducing Savanna Jones, WXXV's Amazing Woman of South Mississippi for the month of May!

4 weeks ago | wxxv25.com | Elizabeth Keen

It's time once again for our WXXV Amazing Women of South Mississippi series!This month, we are spotlighting Savanna Jones. She has a passion for film production and camera operation , and has worked on the sets of shows such as "Kitchen Nightmares" and "Home Town," among many others. Jones is the award-winning Director of Photography and business owner of Little Lighthouse Productions here on the Coast.