Good morning, Biloxi.

The Biloxi Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, April 17 at 2:00 p.m. in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Municipal Building to review Case No. 25-016-PC for a preliminary subdivision application to develop Golden Gulf Estates — a new 15-lot single-family residential area near 380 Porter Avenue.

Mississippi lawmakers will end the session without passing a $7 billion budget because the House extended the session while the Senate did not act on the resolution; Gov. Reeves will call a special session by June 30 to finalize the budget and prevent a shutdown that could delay pay for teachers & state workers.

On March 25, the Biloxi City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2580 to amend Chapter 2, Article 14 of the municipal facilities code — copies of the ordinance are available for public review at the Clerk of Council office, the Biloxi Public Library, and the Community Development Building.

The Biloxi Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the Auditorium of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Municipal Building on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard to review a zoning map amendment for a parcel at 1896 Popps Ferry Road — the case is numbered 25-015-PC.

Governor Tate Reeves signed a law that will lower the state income tax from 4% to 3% by 2030 and may phase it out completely by 2040 if revenue targets are met — the law also cuts the grocery tax and raises the gas tax to boost the economy.

Supporters say the move could draw in new businesses and families, while some lawmakers worry it may hurt funding for schools and health care if federal support drops.

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.

Deep South Spirit Season Finale 2025

7:00 AM - 6:59 AM — 2350 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS — Entry fee varies — Cheerleading teams compete at the season's grand finale in the heart of Biloxi.

Alliance All Hands Meeting 2025

Multiple days — Golden Nugget Biloxi Hotel & Casino — Registration required — Engage in coastal communities networking with over 500 partners from various regions.