Good morning, Biloxi.

Extra Table launched its March of the Mayors donation drive—collecting items from dried beans to peanut butter across six southern counties—and it will end on March 5 with a packing party at Lyman Community Center to prepare the donations.

Destiny is this week's pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter, and Adoption Coordinator Maridee Mallette invites interested families to visit and consider giving her a forever home.

Harrison County has extended its drive for winter storm victims through Friday.

Residents can drop off bottled water, shelf-stable food, baby supplies, propane — and flashlights at the Biloxi and Gulfport courthouses from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

Community Action of South Mississippi is offering free tax preparation for families earning up to $67,500 during tax season at four Coast locations.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is available for those in need.

Pass Christian School District launched its first middle school show choir Ignite, debuting last weekend at Pearl River College (two students earned Best Performer awards).

Ignite will compete at Northeast Jones High on Feb. 6 and Oak Grove High on Feb. 27 before ending its season at Biloxi High.

The Second Liners Mardi Gras Club will host a parade on Feb.

14 at 12 p.m. with a lineup at 10 a.m. at the Gruich Community Center (Community Fun Fest follows at Doris C. Busch Park).

Researchers with nonprofit OCEARCH tracked a 12-ft great white shark (1,009-pound) named Ernst as she traveled over 3,200 miles from Nova Scotia to waters off the local coast.

Pinged south of Horn Island on Jan. 30 at 5:32 a.m., she could still be in the area as she heads toward Louisiana.

Biloxi Girls Basketball defeated Harrison Central 52-19 today in a Regional test & Junior Center Zaniya Johnson scored 19 points.

Biloxi will head to Hancock for their final regular season game while Harrison Central travels to d’Iberville.

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.