Good morning, Biloxi.

Climb CDC celebrated its grand reopening Friday in Gulfport at the former Gaston Point Elementary School as it launched its new drop-in center (the cube) that offers personalized youth support and resources.

West Harrison High School hosted a 2026 Prom Promise event Friday to show the dangers of distracted driving; students participated in a mock funeral and crash simulation as local first responders helped run the demonstration.

Gov. Tate Reeves declared Hurricane Preparedness Week for May 3 to May 9 to help residents gear up for the Atlantic hurricane season (set to start next month), while the state’s emergency management agency will offer daily tips on preparing supply kits and verifying insurance coverage.

State officials are accepting applications from landowners for the wild hog control program until May 15 in all 82 counties.

The program offers training and smart traps to manage hog damage on private farmland + forestry properties.

A blood drive honoring Officer Robert McKeithen will be held on May 5 at the Biloxi Visitors Center.

This is the seventh annual event, offering community members a chance to contribute to a meaningful cause.

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.

Mississippi Summer Firefighters Conference 2026

8 AM – 5 PM — IP Casino Resort Spa — Check website for details — A week of education, networking, and fun activities for fire service professionals in a coastal setting.

Nike Baseball Camp at Keesler Federal Park

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — $325 for a 3-day camp — Enhance your baseball skills while having fun and building friendships with professional instruction from the Biloxi Shuckers.