Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
Good morning, Biloxi.
Charges were upgraded to second-degree murder for Roy Reevs Jr, Rubby O’Neal Reevs, and Daniel Kidwell after the death of 23-year-old Demond Ross on March 22nd in Moss Point; police are also seeking Kezwick Webb, Marcus Jackson Jr, and Gabriel Turk-Magee for the same charge.
Over the weekend, a wildlife rescue operator found a note on her private property showing unknown individuals entered past the no trespassing signs to leave a small puppy in an empty cage with toys, food and water, and she said she will file charges for the trespass.
Transit service for spring break weekend from April 11 through April 13 will face major delays due to heavy traffic on Highway 90 and Pass Road—reducing fixed route service on lines like Beachcomber and route 34—and affecting many commuters.
A temporary Express Route will run nonstop between Biloxi and Gulfport Transit Centers—starting Friday at 1:00 p.m. and Saturday at 5:30 a.m.—with buses departing every 45 minutes.
Mississippi lawmakers missed a weekend deadline to set a budget for state funding after July 1 and now face a choice between extending the current session or holding a special session—Senate leaders and House members remain divided over when to start budget talks.
With key bills unfinished, the disagreement leaves state agencies at risk and taxpayers facing extra costs.
College baseball is showing mixed results as Ole Miss and Southern Miss have done well while Mississippi State lost three games to LSU this past weekend — Mississippi State will play at Memphis on Tuesday, Ole Miss will host Jackson State, and Southern Miss will face Tulane on Tuesday night.
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and ABBA
8:30-10:00 p.m. — Mary C O'Keefe Cultural Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience a unique candlelight performance of beloved hits by Queen and ABBA.
2025 Ribbon Walk
8 AM – 2 PM — Point Cadet — $20+ — A vibrant day filled with family fun events to support the fight against cancer.
Crawfish Music Festival
April 23-27 — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — $10 entry — Enjoy live music, delicious crawfish, and family fun in Biloxi.
Crawfish Music Festival
Apr 24-27 — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Various pricing options — Enjoy rides, delicious crawfish cooked in every imaginable way, and live music at this family-friendly festival.
Newsies Musical
7:30 p.m. — Biloxi Little Theatre — Ticket availability varies — Experience the inspiring story of young newsboys fighting for justice in a dazzling Broadway musical.
Justin Furstenfeld Live
7-8 p.m. — The Sanctuary - Biloxi — $25-$99.50 — Experience a personal journey through music and storytelling with Blue October's frontman.
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