Daily
Biloxi
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Legacy Business League is hosting Black History Month events throughout February — Leanna Morgan Saucier outlined a range of local celebrations. WXXV 25
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chevron said its Pascagoula refinery received its first Venezuelan oil shipment since January and is preparing to boost processing from 50,000 barrels to 100,000 barrels per day by next month. The change comes as U.S. policy on Venezuelan oil shifts. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Shinedown announced its new album EI8HT and tour, which will include a performance at Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi on June 2 + tickets go on sale Feb. 20 at 10 a.m. The tour’s supporting acts include Coheed and Cambria, Black Stone Cherry, DJ Rock Feed, and Those Damn Crows. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ Biloxi's Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary hosted Ash Wednesday services as worshippers received ashes from church leaders + the final mass is scheduled for 6 p.m. today. WXXV 25
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Children at the Applegate Early Learning Center in Biloxi enjoyed a petting zoo featuring goats, sheep, bunnies, and a pig on Wednesday. Teachers provided interactive lessons in animal care to support learning while families benefit from dependable child care services. WXXV 25
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi health officials launched a statewide OB System of Care on Feb. 13 to help high-risk moms reach the right hospital quickly & coordinate emergency services for care before, during, and after delivery. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ Memorial Health System is hosting a community resource expo on Saturday at the Biloxi Civic Center from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. The event offers free health screenings (blood pressure, glucose, and BMI checks), education, and a Q&A session with a cardiologist. WXXV 25
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pass Christian's Landon Hall was named Mr. Basketball for Class 4A, boosting team spirit for the Pirates. The 6’6” guard and forward, a recent all‑star and Dandy Dozen honoree, also signed with Pearl River Community College, positioning him as a key leader for the upcoming playoffs. WXXV 25
- ➤ St. Patrick Fighting Irish girls soccer team won 2-0 over Our Lady Academy to earn a state tournament berth and a chance for a fourth straight championship. They will play in the state tournament soon as seniors aim to extend their title run. WXXV 25
- ➤ The Pass Christian Pirates beat the McComb Tigers 66-55 on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at the Pass Christian High School Gymnasium to secure their 11th straight win in the MHSAA 4A Playoffs. They will host Mendenhall on Saturday, Feb. 21 in the second round. Gazebo Gazette
- ➤ St. Patrick's soccer defender Gage Anderson played a key role in a 3-1 overtime win over PCS. The Fighting Irish will face St. Andrews in a State Championship game tonight at Ridgeland high school + Anderson is also set to join Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College after earning his spot. WXXV 25
-
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.
-
George County vs Hernando
5-9 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Tickets from $28 — Experience the exciting Battle At The Beach showdown in Biloxi.
-
Ryan Foret & Foret Tradition Concert
7-10 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the legacy of Swamp Pop music with Ryan Foret and his band as they perform live.
-
Paws & People Community Festival and Volunteer Drive
9 AM – 4 PM — Barksdale Pavillon — Free Admission — Celebrate community and the joy therapy dogs bring with vendors, food, and prizes.
-
Convenience Expo Biloxi
9:30 a.m. — Biloxi, Mississippi — Admission details not available — Explore the latest in food, marketing, and convenience at this dynamic trade expo.
-
Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Mary C O'Keefe Cultural Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting music of Fleetwood Mac illuminated by candlelight.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The hard part isn't making the decision. It's living with it.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Biloxi
Welcome to the Daily Biloxi, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Biloxi, Mississippi community. If you like the Daily Biloxi, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Biloxi.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Biloxi and across Mississippi. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Biloxi
A free Biloxi community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailybiloxi.com/sitemap