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Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Second Liners Mardi Gras Club will host an Easter Egg-stravaganza this weekend at John Henry Beck Park starting at 11 a.m. Community members are invited to enjoy an event that celebrates Easter with festive activities. WXXV 25
- ➤ Back Bay Mission in Biloxi is calling for donations of bug spray, shorts & tennis shoes to help people experiencing homelessness as temperatures rise. They stress that even small contributions can improve safety and comfort this summer. WXXV 25
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Many along the Mississippi Gulf Coast will observe Holy week from Palm Sunday through Easter Sunday and gather in churches and community centers to celebrate their faith and reflect on renewal. WXXV 25
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Mississippi Department of Education implemented new accountability rules this school year to measure student success with tougher standards. Schools may see lower letter grades as the revised system weighs test scores, graduation rates, and career readiness more heavily. WXXV 25
- ➤ Gov Tate Reeves will soon sign a teacher pay package that raises salaries by $2000 for K-12 educators and adds $2000 for special education staff. Lawmakers also approved a $5000 boost for attendance officers and will revisit pay next year. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith backs the Rural Health Innovation Act which would offer federal funds up to $750,000 to community clinics & health departments for walk-in urgent care and stabilization services. She also supports the Save Struggling Hospitals Act to boost Medicare payments for rural hospitals. WXXV 25
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Vancleave softball team clinched a 2-1 walk off win against Wayne County in game two of the regional series today after scoring two runs in the bottom of the seventh to overcome Tuesday's 6-7 loss (the win lifts them to third in the brackets). WXXV 25
- ➤ SuperTalk Mississippi Media’s Eagle Hour radio show celebrates 10 years by airing an extended two-hour edition today from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on local stations — featuring interviews with past hosts and Southern Miss coaches. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ The St. Martin flag football team won 20-15 against West Harrison in a hard-fought game, surviving a late challenge — strong first-half plays set the pace for the win. WXXV 25
- ➤ Biloxi’s Lady Indians flag football team dominated in a local Harrison County game, shutting out D'Iberville 21+0. They built a strong first half and held control throughout the match. WXXV 25
- ➤ Mississippi native Konnor Griffin will make his MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates soon, marking a milestone for a local talent reaching the big leagues. His call-up highlights a journey from Biloxi to a major league opportunity. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ D'Iberville High School hired Jason Kennedy as the new girls basketball coach on Thursday + he led teams at Pearl and St. Martin to state success and now aims to guide the Lady Warriors to the playoffs. WXXV 25
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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