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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Susie Davis presents 'Giving Local' featuring The Never Quit Foundation, a charity run by the Ramage Family that raises funds for local residents with terminal illnesses and medical expenses in memory of their late father—Davis, a former terminal cancer patient in remission, serves on the board and helps organize the annual Spider’s Charity Golf Tournament. WXXV 25
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Deacon Eddie Shed, a trusted member of The Empowerment Ministries Christian Center, died from a shooting on April 13 while trying to calm a dispute at an Easter celebration in Gulfport — funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 19. WXXV 25
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chandyfest 2025 will be held in Gulfport this weekend to mark its tenth year. Gina Prater from WXXV News 25 said the festival will feature fun activities for families — the event shows a strong local tradition. WXXV 25
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Biloxi Ward 3 challenger Robert Nail spoke on WXXV about his planned changes ahead of the runoff election and will run against longtime incumbent Dixie Newman + runoff polls will open Tuesday, April 22nd. WXXV 25
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The No. 1 Mississippi Gulf Coast Bulldogs came from behind Tuesday at Shiloh Ridge Golf Club in Corinth to win their third straight MACCC Championship by beating No. 6 Meridian by three shots — Ludvig Behring secured the Tommy Snell Medalist with a 2-under finish. Gazebo Gazette
- ➤ The St. Patrick Fighting Irish softball team began their playoff push on Wednesday when they defeated Kemper County by the run rule in two games with scores of 22 to 0 and 21 to 0— the team aims to reach the 3A state championship game. WXXV 25
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2025 Ribbon Walk
8 AM – 2 PM — Point Cadet — $20+ — A vibrant day filled with family fun events to support the fight against cancer.
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Crawfish Music Festival
April 23-27 — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — $10 entry — Enjoy live music, delicious crawfish, and family fun in Biloxi.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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JUMP - America's Van Halen Experience
7-9 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Tickets available — Experience the high-energy tribute to the David Lee Roth era of Van Halen with shredding guitar solos and acrobatics.
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The Fab Four: USA Meets The Beatles!
8 p.m. — Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi — Tickets start at $24.99 — Experience an evening of Beatles classics performed by an Emmy Award-Winning tribute band.
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