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Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Gold Star family in Gulfport received a gift as the Tunnel to Towers Foundation paid off their mortgage to honor Navy Petty Officer Christopher Eckman, who served 13 years before his death. The act gives his wife + daughter peace of mind by keeping their home. WXXV 25
- ➤ Cruisin’ the Coast has launched a redesigned website on Monday that makes browsing easier+ It features clickable maps, event details, a newsletter, online registration and future dates through 2029, and it currently reports 3,054 registrations for its 30th anniversary celebration. WXXV 25
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral will host a Lenten Reflection concert this weekend at 4 p.m. at its Biloxi location. WXXV 25
- ➤ The Taste of South Mississippi will take place at the Kroc Center on Thursday, Mar. 26 with local experts Morgan Shiyou + Judy Ruiz sharing event details beforehand. WXXV 25
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs is offering high school seniors the chance to earn the Anne Wesson Memorial Scholarship if they apply by April 6 at 11:59 p.m. Alicia Tarrant provided the details. WXXV 25
- ➤ The Pass Christian School District will host the second annual Arts on the Horizon on Mar. 27 at the Pass Christian High School gym (720 North Street), featuring theater, dance, music, and creative writing from district students and launching a fundraiser to support future arts programs. Gazebo Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The third annual Alan Test Memorial Beach Cleanup is set for Saturday at 9 a.m. at Fort Maurepas Park in Ocean Springs & aims to preserve the local coastline. WXXV 25
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In Perkinston, 17-year-old Justin Mitchell made a name for himself by winning five races in his rookie season and is starting his second season in factory stock car racing. His family-owned Mitchell’s Motorplex hosted the 2026 season opening & welcomed 85 racers from across the Southeast. WXXV 25
- ➤ Assistant USM baseball coach Travis Creel recapped last night’s Biloxi win over Nicholls and previewed the weekend series against Troy. The interview also mentioned Southern Miss men’s basketball’s Isaac Tavares is reportedly entering the transfer portal and Coach Ladner will extend his contract. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ Girls flag football is growing fast on the Mississippi Coast as St. Martin hosted a jamboree on Wednesday to welcome seven teams (including Biloxi, Pascagoula and Gautier); regular season games begin March 26 with a 16-team state tournament set for late April. WXXV 25
- ➤ Gautier High School's senior Armani Gordon leads in powerlifting and the NJROTC program as she trains with her team ahead of the state championships on March 27, where they aim to capture the title. The competitor has already won regionals and south state and keeps her teammates motivated with strong lifts and encouraging words. WXXV 25
- ➤ Pascagoula’s Blake Nettles and Pass Christian’s Landon Hall received their 2026 Mr. Basketball trophies today in Jackson + they were honored with their coaches for an outstanding season in state basketball. WXXV 25
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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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The Cure Marriage Weekend
6:30 p.m. — Hospitality Resort Management Center — Dinner provided — A transformative encounter exploring the marriage covenant awaits attendees.
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Dancing With The Stars Live
8-11 p.m. — Beau Rivage Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a dazzling, high-energy live production featuring your favorite dance stars.
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Dancing With The Stars Live
8-11 p.m. — Beau Rivage Theatre — Check venue for pricing — Experience a dazzling, high-energy, brand-new live production of Dancing with the Stars.
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Kamenar & Pop Evil Live Concert
5-10 p.m. — The Sanctuary — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of electrifying performances with Kamenar and Pop Evil live on stage.
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2026 Crawfish Music Festival - Friday
12-7 p.m. — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Ticket pricing varies — Enjoy live music and delicious crawfish in a festive atmosphere.
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Michael Vincent Band Live
7-11 PM — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Tickets available — Experience a night of captivating blues music from the Michael Vincent Band.
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