Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
Good morning, Biloxi.
Today, the 14th annual Eagles Under The Oaks’ Charity Golf Tournament teed off at Oaks Golf Club in Pass Christian to support combat-wounded veterans of South Mississippi—WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. reported live from the event.
For decades, the Saenger Theatre brought stories, music, and memories to the Gulf Coast, and it is now being rebuilt to restore its role for performances and community events (the project is underway) (local officials say the restoration honors its historic value).
At the Gulf Blue Navigator Demo Day at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport, 6 startup companies pitched for funding and plans to relocate businesses to the Mississippi coast.
They aimed to boost the blue economy & advance water and maritime technology & USM's Kelly Lucas said local innovation is set to create more opportunities.
A multi-agency operation in south Mississippi charged 19 people with felony drug crimes after 31 undercover drug buys led officers to seize drugs like meth and hydrocodone along with firearms—authorities say the effort targeted drug trafficking and gang activity in Jackson and George counties.
Secretary of State Michael Watson visited the Gulfport Rotary Club today to discuss upcoming municipal elections and the failed tidelands bill—Dave Elliott of WXXV News 25 reported his remarks.
Biloxi officials and residents gathered for a special called meeting to discuss homelessness and the dilapidated Broadwater Property — Councilman Paul Tisdale stopped by to review the meeting and plan ahead.
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.
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.
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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