Good morning, Biloxi.

United Way of South Mississippi is hosting the Dragon Boat Festival at Harrah’s Gulf Coast Great Lawn beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday, with all proceeds benefiting early childhood education + literacy, healthcare, and financial stability.

Asia Ellis reported live from the grand opening of the Chick-fil-A on Bienville Blvd. in Ocean Springs where community members enjoyed a Move-In Day Party with free meals for those in cow costumes as the new restaurant begins normal business hours.

The Walter Anderson Museum of Art invites local artists to join its program at Traveler Café, where they will exhibit, sell work, and lead workshops (+ details by Katy Simmons-Carroll +).

Gulfport High School’s Team Fusion 364 earned an invitation to the First Robotics World Championship in Houston after competing in three regionals – the team will showcase its engineering and strategy skills against over 500 teams.

Biloxi city council met Tuesday to review a beautification plan that would boost public spaces and coastal landmarks near the Lighthouse — officials proposed naming an area Fred Haise Landing to honor the native NASA astronaut, with community input to guide progress.

Goldie, the Pet of the Week from the Humane Society of South Mississippi, has been adopted after a lively debut on Wednesday.

The pet enjoyed playing with her toy bone in the study before finding a forever home.

St. Patrick Catholic celebrated three athletes advancing to college sports as Sofie Humer, a state champion golfer, will join Christian Brothers University, Samantha Johnson will sign with Pearl River Community College, and Keller Broussard, +the school's first male cheerleader+, earns a cheer scholarship at Houston Christian.

d'Iberville’s Kaelyn 'KK' McKenzie was named WXXV Student Athlete of the Week after she won four regional track titles last week + she signed with the University of South Alabama to continue her track career.

The Gulf Coast Skateparks Association is hosting a free youth skate clinic this Saturday at noon at Biloxi DIY Park on Hopkins Boulevard.

Youth (15 and younger) must wear helmets, and parents must stay with their children.

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.