Good morning, Biloxi.

The Gulf Coast Fair kicks off today at 5 p.m. at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and will run until April 4; it features a giant circus tent with trapeze performances and classic fair rides, with tickets priced at $30 at the door.

The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is hosting a turtle release—six turtles will be set free today at the beach across from Edgewater Mall from 9:30 a.m., including three tracked with satellite transmitters, and the event is streamed live on Facebook.

Elijah’s Closet, a nonprofit, will open a thrift store on Saturday, Apr.

11 at 2496 Pass Road, Biloxi. The grand opening ceremony will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

On Tuesday, Beau Rivage employees joined the Swing for MGM Golf Tournament at Fallen Oak Golf Course and donated $320 per team to support local charity through the MGM Resorts Foundation.

The event highlighted community teamwork under clear skies.

Island View Casino Resort hosted its inaugural Hot Rod Car Show on Saturday, March 21 at its Gulfport location — drawing 247 cars, with extra vehicles allowed in for a Louisiana children's charity.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College — known for its 17-year support of military families — has earned the 2026-2027 Military Friendly School Gold Designation and a top ten honor for military spouse friendliness on the Coast.

The Harrison County School District will host a hiring event on Saturday, Mar.

28 in Gulfport from 9 a.m. to noon, where job seekers can learn about openings, benefits, and growth opportunities for the upcoming school year.

USA Health’s Gulf Coast Trauma Symposium ended Wednesday at the Golden Nugget — local healthcare providers learned new techniques to care for critically injured patients.

Harrison Central’s Zahkarri McGlothin tied the state record in the long jump on March 19 at Biloxi’s Indian Invite Meet, registering a leap of 25 feet 10 inches.

The senior aims to break the national record soon & hopes for an Olympic berth before graduating.

Harrison Central beat the Biloxi Indians 4–3 in game one of their three-game regional series in Biloxi.

Game two is set for Friday night at Harrison Central — a key matchup in the series.

Pass Christian High School Tennis hosted its first annual Pickleball Tournament that brought together more than 40 teams for friendly competition and fundraising.

Coach Samantha Pierce said the event built community spirit and spurred plans for a second tournament as early as this fall.

The top-ranked PRCC Wildcats hosted MGCCC on Tuesday afternoon at Pearl River Community College, winning game one 1-0 and game two 4-3 while Ann Elise Duncan pitched a complete game shutout to secure the doubleheader sweep.

Tate Murphy of St. Stanislaus Baseball was named WXXV’s Student Athlete of the Week after an 8-for-8 streak raised his average to .549.

Murphy has helped lead his team to a 4-0 district record in class 3A Region 8 and is committed to playing for Pearl River Community College.

The Cure Marriage Weekend

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

2026 Crawfish Music Festival - Sunday

12-4 p.m. — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Check event page for ticket prices — Enjoy live music and delicious crawfish at this outdoor festival, rain or shine.

John Clayton White Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Ticketed event — Experience the blues talent of 14-year-old prodigy John Clayton White as he captivates with his guitar skills.