Good morning, Biloxi.

The Gulf Coast mourned longtime fisheries researcher Dr. Jim Franks (a founding member of the Gulf Coast Billfish Classic) whose 30 years at the Gulf Coast Research Lab ended with his retirement in 2024.

Tributes noted his lasting impact on science, students, and future fishing events.

The United Way of South Mississippi will hold its annual Dragon Boat Festival at Harrah’s Gulf Coast Great Lawn on April 25.

Kathy Springer joins the studio ahead of the event to share details.

The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art will host an Earth Day sound bath on Wednesday, Apr.

22 — featuring Sagnite, Ernesto Castro and Amanda Wyner — to blend art with nature for local visitors.

Hundreds of unique Polaris Slingshots will gather this weekend in South Mississippi for Slinging the Coast, an event showcasing power + style for local vehicle enthusiasts as its founder previewed the display.

A new study from the MSBA Foundation and MAGCOR revealed that nearly 90% of employers reported positive outcomes after hiring formerly incarcerated workers.

Larger companies showed 98% willingness and stressed the importance of job training and soft skills.

Today, the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality lifted the water contact advisory for Gulfport West, Biloxi West Central, Pass Christian East, Bay St. Louis, and Gulfport Central Beaches as samples tested within acceptable bacteria levels.

Swimmers are reminded to avoid swimming within 24 hours of significant rainfall.

Singing River Health System hosted events for National Donate Life Month in Gulfport, Ocean Springs, and Pascagoula.

Flag raising ceremonies and registration drives gave residents a chance to sign up for organ donation as officials noted one donor can save up to eight lives.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Forever My Daughter, Always My Mother

3-8 p.m. — Fontainebleau Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the heartwarming bond between mothers and daughters with stories, laughter, and memories.

Dee Snider Meet & Greet

5-8 p.m. — Hard Rock Cafe — Ticket price varies — Meet the legendary Dee Snider in an exclusive one-on-one opportunity.

D.K. Harrell Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Cost varies — Experience the powerful blues sound of rising star D.K. Harrell with his captivating guitar and soulful vocals.