Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
Good morning, Biloxi.
City officials announced that the eastbound and westbound lanes on Pass Road at Hickory Road will be closed intermittently each day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. from May 12 through May 14 as crews begin milling and paving the intersection — weather permitting —.
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce will hold its 2025 Post Legislative Briefing on Tuesday, May 13 at Golden Nugget Casino in Biloxi as five legislators answer business-related questions in a panel discussion.
Doors open at 7:30 a.m. and ticket prices are $35 for chamber members and $45 for general admission & breakfast is included.
Today, MEMA officials highlight forecast information as part of Hurricane Preparedness Week — urging residents to rely on the National Hurricane Center and local weather services.
They stress the differences between a watch and a warning — noting that hazards may occur outside the forecast cone.
At the State Championships on the Mississippi Gulf coast, local track and field athletes secured 12 gold medals in classes 3A to 1A.
Notable wins include Micah Bishop in the 110m hurdles and Brett Tyler in discus from St. Stanislaus & relay and event victories by teams from Our Lady Academy, St. Patrick, and Resurrection Catholic.
A Biloxi e-sports team won the Rocket League State Championship in Hattiesburg today—state honors went to players Colton Kropp, Andrew Nnguyen, Nicholas Sievers, Hayden Ballard, Caden Thompson and Keshawn Shannon.
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.
Bikin' the Beach Festival 2025
5-11 p.m. — The Sanctuary - Biloxi — $50-$149 — Celebrate the ultimate bike festival with music, motorcycles, and mayhem on the beautiful Gulf Coast.
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