Good morning, Biloxi.

At the annual luncheon, the Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce named Dr. Ben Weldon the new CEO (replacing Adele Lyons) while awarding Karen Sock the Pat Santucci Spirit of the Coast honor.

The event celebrated local leadership and community service.

Back Bay Mission received about $5,800 from Scarlet Pearl Casino's annual change donation drive, which helps provide local people with essential resources and dignity.

Gulf Coast Veterans Association was named Hollywood Casino’s Nonprofit of the Month and received nearly $3,600 to support local veterans.

The group expressed its thanks for the strong partnership.

The Department of Marine Resources announced that Samantha Savage of Pascagoula won the Celebrate the Gulf Festival poster and t-shirt contest, with her design set to appear on event merchandise at Memorial Park in Pass Christian on April 11 & more than 35 exhibitors will offer Gulf wildlife learning opportunities.

Dr. Mary S. Graham, president of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, was appointed to Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society’s International Board of Directors—her new role expands her efforts to shape policy and support student success.

She brings six years of experience serving on the society’s Presidential Advisory Board.

Biloxi firefighters Shiloh Snow, Austin Halat, and Christian Davis are taking a tactical emergency casualty care course at the State Fire Academy.

The training covers hemorrhage control, airway stabilization, triage, patient movement, and a mass casualty simulation and is led in part by Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan.

Singing River Health System employee Katy Pittman is serving on a medical mission trip to Rwanda today, where she provides burn care, mass removals (and other vital treatments) to patients who lack access to care.

Nominations are open for the 2026 Biloxi Sports Hall of Fame, as residents can submit names of local athletes and coaches on the city's website.

The selection committee will review entries before the June 5 deadline.

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.

The Cure Marriage Weekend

6:30 p.m. — Hospitality Resort Management Center — Dinner provided — A transformative encounter exploring the marriage covenant awaits attendees.