Good morning, Biloxi.

Biloxi city officials installed new lights at the popular DIY skatepark (now open after dark) to boost safe skating for local riders.

The improvement comes as the community calls for more permanent upgrades.

The Mississippi Coast Coliseum will host a collectible trade show on Jan.

17 from 10 AM to 5 PM with 250 vendor tables selling sports cards, memorabilia, comics, video games and retro arcade cabinets. A signing session — with Trevor McDonald from 12 PM to 1 PM will highlight the event.

Wreaths for Biloxi National Cemetery invites volunteers to help remove holiday wreaths (cleanup begins at 8 a.m. today and continues until all are collected) at the cemetery.

The Junior Auxiliary of Ocean Springs-Biloxi will host a prom closet on January 17 at In the Zone (7312 Tucker Road, Ocean Springs).

Students shop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with everyone else invited from 12 p.m. to choose dresses, shoes, and accessories for $15 and under.

The Salvation Army’s Frosty Kroc race takes place today at 8:30 a.m. in Biloxi with options for a one-mile fun run, 5K and 10K that wind through East Biloxi and over the Biloxi Ocean Springs Bridge.

Amtrak’s Mardi Gras train provides twice-daily service connecting New Orleans and Mobile with stops along the Mississippi Coast — offering riders an easier way to reach parades during the festive season.

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month and the Mississippi State Department of Health reported over 300 trafficking victims in 2024; the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence will launch outreach on Jan.

11 to support affected individuals.

Students at St. James Catholic School in Gulfport celebrated 2nd grader Asher Bonura becoming cancer-free after his stage four battle, with peers showing support by wearing t-shirts reading (Asher’s Army) on Thursday.

Asher looked forward to returning to sports and reconnecting with friends.

The Biloxi Indians defeated Harrison Central 73-35 in Gulfport during their fifth district test, improving to 12-5 overall — 4-2 in district play.

D'Iberville linebacker Caleb Triplett will announce his college commitment at the Navy All-American Bowl in San Antonio today + top recruits will compete on NBC + peacock.

Biloxi Girls Basketball defeated Harrison Central 36-27 Friday night, boosting their record to 17-1 while remaining unbeaten in district play, and the game showcased prospects Zaniya Johnson and Saniyah Murray as college scouts attended at the local gym.

Sam Joyner Blues Band Live Performance

7-10 PM — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Ticket prices vary — Experience a soulful mix of Blues, R&B, Jazz, and Reggae with the renowned Sam Joyner.

SAFe® 5.1 Lean Portfolio Management Training

9 AM – 1 AM — Biloxi, Mississippi — $1299 early bird, $1899 regular — Enhance your portfolio management skills with hands-on training and certification preparation.

Pre-Valentine's Day RnB Concert Featuring Fel Davis

3-7 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Reserved seating highly suggested — Enjoy 90's RnB hits with live performances and great food before Valentine's Day.

Rehab with Abaddon's End and DJ T Swan

8:00 – 11:50 p.m. — The Sanctuary - Biloxi — Please check the event page for pricing — Enjoy live performances by multi-platinum band Rehab and more.

Biloxi Boat Show

10 AM – 5 PM — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Admission details pending — Explore the latest boats and marine accessories from local dealers.