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Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local entrepreneurs Jason Stearman and Jennifer Miller staged Bikin’ the Beach from May 14 to 17 in Long Beach, with live music, bike contests and stunts along Jeff Davis Avenue, and a Legacy Ride led by former governor Phil Bryant+ joined by Mayor Tim Pierce. Gazebo Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce awarded $26,000 in scholarships at a joint Excellence in Education Awards Ceremony for high school seniors and educators, emceed by Dr. Christen Duhe’ from the Gulf Coast Community Foundation. Recipients from Biloxi, Gulfport, Long Beach & Pass Christian were honored. Gazebo Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi Highway Patrol is increasing patrols on I-10 and other busy highways for Memorial Day Weekend as thousands of travelers hit local roads. Officers urge drivers to slow down and stay alert in construction zones — a key measure to prevent crashes during heavy travel. WXXV 25
- ➤ Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is accepting proposals for coastal protection, restoration, and hurricane protection projects in Hancock, Harrison and Jackson counties. Applicants must submit detailed project plans online via the GOMESA portal for funding review. Gazebo Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local health officials issued a beach water advisory along Biloxi beaches after tests showed high bacteria levels. Visitors may still walk the shore but are urged to avoid swimming to prevent stomach issues over Memorial Day Weekend. WXXV 25
- ➤ Naturally Guided Health is hosting a senior health and fitness day on May 28 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at their facility on Government Street in Ocean Springs, where seniors can enjoy free health tests and fitness activities. WXXV 25
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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.
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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.
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Noises Off!
June 5-14 — Biloxi Little Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy the hilarity of miscommunication and chaos in this celebrated farce.
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Riverdance Performance
2-5 p.m. — Beau Rivage Resort & Casino — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of traditional and contemporary Irish dance in a world-class show.
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At The Bandstand! A Rock 'n' Roll Review Summer Camp
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Biloxi Little Theatre — $325 ($275 early bird) — Dive into creativity and performance with young performers aged 7-18 in a fun-filled summer camp.
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