Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
Good morning, Biloxi.
Local first responders teamed with Beau Rivage & Keesler Federal on Tuesday at Fallen Oak in a golf tournament benefiting responders from 36 Coast law enforcement and fire agencies.
Organizers have begun plans for the seventh edition scheduled for next year.
The Humane Society of South Mississippi in Gulfport is asking for donations to its chicken soup fund to help cover $30,000 in monthly medical care for sick and injured animals — support needed for shelter, food, and operating costs.
Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Service welcomed its 100,000th passenger on Tuesday, exceeding its projection of 75,000.
Coast leaders, including Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich, joined Southern Rail Commission officials on a celebratory ride that marked a new era for passenger rail in South Mississippi.
Today, a local series by WXXV will go behind the scenes at NASA’s Stennis Space Center in Hancock County to reveal how RS-25 rocket engines are tested for Artemis missions.
The series offers an insider look at past successes and future preparations for space exploration.
The Biloxi Police Department is hosting a fundraiser on Friday for investigator Vanessa Medina, who is recovering from stage one breast cancer. $10 lunch plates featuring chicken thighs, Hawaiian rolls, potato salad and banana pudding will be available for pre-order at the Police Training Center on Division Street.
Mississippi Aquarium officials say that Portuguese man-o-wars washing up on local beaches appear dead but can still sting; they advise treating any contact with vinegar (and hot water) and seeking medical help if necessary.
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.
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