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Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A U.S. Navy Seabee diver stationed at the NCBC in Gulfport was named 2026 USO Sailor of the Year for leading an underwater recovery mission in March 2025 after a submerged armored vehicle incident — his team recovered four soldiers. WXXV 25
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ GivHer Circle will host its third annual wine tasting event on April 22 at 5 p.m. at Coastal Kitchen. Tiffany Bell and Starr Chapman share event details in studio. WXXV 25
- ➤ The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources and MDEQ host Celebrate the Gulf Marine Education Festival and Waterfest, a free event with 35+ hands-on exhibits and family activities on Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at War Memorial Park in Pass Christian. Gazebo Gazette
- ➤ Styx will perform two shows at the IP Casino in Biloxi this weekend. The band will play at 8 p.m. on Friday, April 10 and Saturday, April 11, and fans under 21 must be accompanied by an adult to purchase tickets online. Gazebo Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southern Miss is launching its Hospitality Passport program this fall to train students in hospitality work by blending classroom and hands-on credentials in casino & hotel management, food service, event management and more. The program is set to boost workforce readiness near key tourism hotspots along the coast. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks reminded residents on Monday to be alert when outdoors as warmer days make snakes more active in sunny areas. Anyone spending time outside should check their surroundings to stay safe. WXXV 25
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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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