Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
Good morning, Biloxi.
Katie King at the Humane Society of South Mississippi features pets Flo and Kentucky for adoption—both are looking for forever homes as part of a bi-weekly Pet of the Week segment.
Keesler Air Force Base was locked down around 8:00 a.m. today due to a potential threat reported on base–police have not found evidence of an active shooter and gate traffic remains closed–while officers continue to secure the area.
A special reception was held Tuesday evening at the Orange Grove Community Center in Gulfport to honor late Lynn Parkhill by launching a $500 scholarship for one high school student entering culinary arts or business management at a junior college—organizers plan to increase the award and offer it more than once a year.
The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality lifted water contact advisories for Pass Christian East Beach and Long Beach Beach—tests show bacteria levels are acceptable.
Advisories remain for Pass Christian West Beach, Gulfport West Beach, Gulfport Harbor Beach and Edgewater Beach.
On Wednesday, Biloxi PD held its annual Fallen Officer Ceremony to honor five officers killed in the line of duty, as family, friends and officers gathered to remember their sacrifice—coming days after Officer Robert McKeithen’s death anniversary on May 5.
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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