Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
Good morning, Biloxi.
The Krewe of Barkloxi will host its 10th annual pawrade at Point Cadet Pavilion in Biloxi on Sunday, Feb.
1 at 11 a.m.
Billy Howard Sr., founder of Howard Industries, died at 99 on Jan.
28; he built a billion-dollar company that supported local education and athletics.
The Ohr O’Keefe Museum of Art announced it was awarded a $20,000 America250 Legacy Grant from the Mississippi Humanities Council to restore and update the Pleasant Reed House—Biloxi’s historic home that honors African American craftsmanship.
Funding aims to preserve Mississippi stories as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.
Goodwill of South Mississippi launched Goodreads at Bel-Aire and Crossroads Elementary in Gulfport with Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley & Goodwill's mascot Sunny the Smiling G reading to students who each took home a book.
The program will expand and volunteers are needed.
The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce will accept online applications from Feb.
1 through Feb. 15 for landowners in all 82 counties to request smart traps for wild hog control — eligible applicants must meet acreage and damage criteria and will receive necessary training.
Ocean Springs girls soccer beat East Central 2-1 in a hot contest that saw the Greyhounds clinch the Class 7A Region 4 district title earlier this week while the Hornets secured the Class 5A Region 4 title.
Seattle Seahawks left tackle Charles Cross from Laurel will play his biggest game in Super Bowl LX on Feb.
8 at 5:30 p.m. CT at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara as he and other Mississippi players prepare to compete against the Patriots.
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College baseball recorded a 15-1 win over Florida Post-Grad on Thursday in Perkinston (a strong show on opening day).
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.
Mardi Gras Ball Celebration
7-11 p.m. — St. Martin Community Center — Open bar — Dance the night away at the ultimate Mardi Gras Ball filled with music and fun.
Tab Benoit Concert
8-10 p.m. — Beach Boulevard — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful blues of Tab Benoit in a night of music and fun.
3rd Annual Soul Music Awards
3-7 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Reserved seating recommended — Celebrate the best in soul music with live performances and industry honors.
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