Good morning, Biloxi.

Karen Sock was honored on Tuesday, Feb.

24 with the Pat Santucci 'Spirit of the Coast' award, presented by the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce during its Annual Meeting at the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino—where more than 600 attended.

William Carey University has named Dr. Alicia Purvis as the new dean of its College of Health Sciences.

Purvis brings 20 years of nursing experience - including work in emergency rooms and critical care - and will lead programs such as nursing and physical therapy.

The Naval Construction Battalion is set to host a blood drive on Mar.

17 at Seabee Memorial Chapel in Gulfport from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering donors a $15 Amazon gift card + free AIC testing.

South Mississippi’s Junior Seawolves held the only home game of the season for their 6U, 8U and 10U hockey programs last Saturday.

Young players sharpened skills at a local rink as friends and family cheered their efforts.

Resurrection Catholic School ended its boys basketball season after the team was disqualified from the MHSAA playoffs for using an ineligible player.

Principal Kristal Sisson said the school will take measures to prevent future eligibility issues.

Biloxi voters can still cast ballots for Keesler Federal Park to be named the favorite minor league ballpark in USA Today’s 10 Best Contest, with voting ending on Mar.

16 (winners to be announced on Mar. 26).

Southern Miss swept its weekend series with three wins at Louisiana Tech—earning its second sweep, and will host Mississippi State Tuesday at 6 p.m. and Nicholls Wednesday, while Mississippi State won two games in Texas and Ole Miss lost two at the BRUCE BOLT Classic before hosting Memphis on Tuesday.

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.