Good morning, Biloxi.

Today, members of Leadership Gulf Coast’s 2025 Class delivered non-perishable food items (collected over several weeks) to Back Bay Mission’s food pantry in Biloxi.

The donation will help feed people in need (in Biloxi and nearby areas).

Back Bay Mission in Biloxi hosted a week-long volunteer effort by a group from West Parish Congregational Church in Bethel, Maine who helped with construction, soup kitchens, food pantries, and sorted clothing donations.

The group worked to assist residents facing poverty+ they gained firsthand insight into local needs and culture in South Mississippi.

Two Men and a Truck Gulf Coast is running the Movers for Moms donation drive to support the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence and the Women’s Resource Center ahead of Mother’s Day.

The campaign, which runs through May 6th, aims to collect 10,000 items to provide essential supplies like diapers—baby wipes, clothing, and household necessities to families in need.

The Joppa Shriners are hosting Jeepin for Kids, a fun family event that will begin tomorrow at 1 p.m. at 13280 Shriner’s Boulevard in Biloxi—Bobby Roberts previewed the event and shared phone numbers 601-917-1027 and 228-238-2866 for more details.

Mississippi Power celebrated its centennial year by giving back to local communities and working with local nonprofits to determine their needs.

Employees collected and delivered 100 donations - including meal kits, backpacks, and animal shelter supplies - to organizations by April 10.

Pass Christian Fire Department firefighter David Easterling completed a seven-week NFPA 1001 Firefighter I-II course at the Mississippi State Fire Academy in Jackson on April 10—his training in fire behavior, suppression, rescue, and incident command met national and state standards and is expected to make a positive impact on the department.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is accepting applications for its new Law Enforcement Cadet class to fill conservation officer roles statewide.

Applicants must meet education or experience requirements, pass background checks, physical exams, and drug tests by Monday, April 21 — details are available on the Mississippi State Personnel Board website.

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.

Pensacola Blue Wahoos vs. Biloxi Shuckers

1:05 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Ticket required — Watch a thrilling Southern League baseball matchup between local rivals.