Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
Good morning, Biloxi.
In August 2024, Gulf Coast resident Cole Moody discovered parts of a Columbian Mammoth tooth while wading during low tide and the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality later confirmed it as the region’s second Ice Age fossil find.
Lawyer Tina Seymour Demoran explains that when parents transfer property with a quit claim deed, the child may face high capital gains taxes because the property keeps its original cost basis + using a life estate deed lets parents keep ownership during their lifetime and gives the child a stepped-up basis that can reduce tax liability, so it is wise to consult an estate planning attorney for guidance.
On May 1st, the Port of Gulfport implemented continuous autonomous subsea surveillance using Ocean Aero’s Triton AUSV that scanned underwater areas with bathymetry+side-scan sonar+magnetometers to generate real-time change data.
Port officials and academic partners said the system helped detect irregularities and post-hurricane debris to secure the port and potentially save millions.
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.
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.
Shuck Yeah Saturday
1-4 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Free entry — Enjoy a day of family fun with baseball and a special poster giveaway.
The Purple Madness: A Tribute to Prince
7-9 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — $25-$80 — Experience the electrifying tribute to Prince with Bobby Miller and an ensemble of talented performers.
Anissa Hampton & The H Funk Band
7-10 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Free general admission — Experience the soulful sounds of Anissa 'Bigg Sexyy' Hampton as she showcases her musical journey.
Happy Together Tour
7-9:30 p.m. — IP Casino Resort Spa — Ticketed event — Celebrate legendary hits from the 60s and 70s with a stellar lineup of iconic musical acts.
2025 Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic
June 2-8 — Golden Nugget Biloxi Hotel & Casino — Cash prizes available — Experience the excitement of the Gulf’s top billfish tournament with spectacular offshore fishing.
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