Good morning, Biloxi.

The Veterans Memorial at Harper McCaughan Town Green in Long Beach was fully restored after Hurricane Zeta caused severe damage; FEMA approved repairs & improvements that honor World War II veterans, and Mayor Tim Pierce praised the result.

Mabel’s Ice Cream & Coffee is open in Pass Christian at 100 W.

Scenic Dr. Unit E and serves hand-dipped ice cream, fresh-brewed coffee, and baked treats. The owner said a breakfast menu and mobile ordering will be available beginning in April.

Art in the Pass returns April 11-12 at War Memorial Park in Pass Christian, offering fine art + live music and food vendors for a two-day event by the beach.

This 28-year festival is free to attend and supports local art education programs.

Mississippi lawmakers approved tuition-free community college courses to help adults earn job skills.

The program will offer free tuition plus up to $500 for books and support, with a soft launch set for spring 2027 and full implementation in the 2028-29 school year.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College earned the 2026-27 Military Friendly Gold and Military Spouse Friendly Top 10 designations today — 17 years of high national rankings back its commitment to active-duty service members, veterans and their families.

The recognition highlights its dedication to military students.

The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality lifted water contact advisories for Pass Christian Central and Gulfport Harbor Beaches after water tests showed acceptable bacteria levels.

Four advisories still affect other coastal areas, and swimmers are advised to avoid the water after significant rainfall.

Officials warn local beach-goers to check water quality at six coastal spots in Harrison County as bacteria levels remain unsafe and the department tests water daily until conditions improve (data as of Tuesday).

Stennis Space Center has helped develop the RS-25 engines for Artemis II, which launches later today in Florida — researchers continue testing engines there for future Artemis missions.

NASA launched Artemis II yesterday at 5:24 p.m. CT from Kennedy after Mississippi’s RS-25+ engine tests at NASA Stennis Space Center near Bay St. Louis ensured the mission’s safety during a historic 10-day voyage.

The Biloxi Shuckers hosted the Pearl River Wildcats at Keesler Federal Park on Wednesday in an exhibition that ended 14-2.

The team will face the Rocket City Trash Pandas on Friday (April 3) after a strong performance that included a 393-foot home run from Blake Burke.

The Biloxi Shuckers announced their 2026 Minor League Baseball roster today.

They will start the season with an away game against the Rocket City Trash Pandas on Friday, Apr. 3 and host a home opener on Tuesday, Apr. 7 while featuring 18-year-old Jesús Made (top prospect) and 15 returning players.

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.

K-POP WARRIORS Live Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Dr. Frank Gruich Sr. Community Center — Family-friendly — Experience a high-energy performance filled with K-Pop music, dance, and colorful characters.

Rockin' Dopsie Jr and the Zydeco Twisters Live

7-10 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Tickets available — Experience a high-energy Zydeco show with the legendary Rockin' Dopsie Jr and his talented band.