Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi State was awarded the Envision Resilience National Design Studio Grant to support Coastal resilience. MSU students will work with Gulf Coast communities to develop climate-adaption strategies for urban, rural and coastal areas, university leaders said. WXXV 25
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Keesler Federal Credit Union launched its one million dollar 'Live your Way' debt eraser to help pay down members' credit card balances based on February statements. The drawing (scheduled March 6) will announce winners the week of March 9. WXXV 25
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deputy Chuck Saucier retired after many years of service at the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department; friends and family celebrated his career today with cake and shared stories (many expressed heartfelt thanks for his mentorship). WXXV 25
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross is hosting blood drives later this week — the first is at MGCCC Jackson County campus on Feb. 26, while Memorial Hospital Biloxi holds a drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the same day and Homestead Assisted Living in D’Iberville schedules another from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Feb. 27. WXXV 25
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Southern Miss won the Round Rock Classic in Texas against Purdue, Oregon State, and Baylor — the Golden Eagles now stand at 5-1 and will face Alabama Tuesday at 6 p.m., while Mississippi State and Ole Miss each swept their home nonconference games. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
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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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George County vs Hernando
5-9 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Tickets from $28 — Experience the exciting Battle At The Beach showdown in Biloxi.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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