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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Pink Heart Funds is hosting a Family Fun Day at Point Cadet Plaza today—this event will include a ribbon walk, splash pad, and opportunities for families to meet special guests. Brenda Long and Judith Brannan join Spencer Pullen to discuss the event. WXXV 25
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ DreKo Music Productions LLC celebrated a ribbon cutting today in Gulfport to mark 5 years of business as it opened a new executive facility—where founder DreKo the Prophet and his team will meet with artists and creative professionals for consultations. The company will provide full services for musicians, writers and others to support creative growth. WXXV 25
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Officials for the 44th Biloxi Seafood Festival have asked local artists to submit their designs for the festival's poster—entries are due by May 29th and the winning design will be used to promote the event set for September 13th. WXXV 25
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ William Carey University’s Tradition Campus will have a new vice president when Dr. Ladd Taylor takes over on July 1 after longtime educator Dr. Cassandra Conner retires this summer—Dr. Taylor has spent 23 years working at MGCCC’s Perkinston Campus and will bring his extensive experience to the new role. His appointment marks a fresh start for the campus as it enters a new chapter. WXXV 25
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch joined 38 colleagues urging Congress to pass legislation that would bar pharmacy benefit managers from owning or operating pharmacies because they claim PBMs raise drug prices and hurt small pharmacy owners— the move is aimed at protecting consumers. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Senior Hunter Harper of Vancleave High School has excelled in both football and baseball, rushing over 900 yards to help the team reach its 16th playoff appearance and being a key pitcher and hitter in baseball. He said he is focused on leading his teammates in the upcoming playoff campaign and inspiring younger players to aim high. WXXV 25
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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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Gulf Coast on Broadway Benefit for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Biloxi Little Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of Broadway tunes performed by top local talent in support of children's health care.
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