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Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Ms. Cole and her family were selected by Daniels Roofing Solutions in a random drawing from their Roof Rescue Winner Giveaway Contest to receive a free roof installation in Long Beach—this veteran owned company offers premium roofing services across South Mississippi. Daniels Roofing Solutions said it will hold another giveaway in November to honor a veteran or active duty service member.  WXXV 25

EDUCATION NEWS

  • On May 15, Long Beach High School celebrated its Class of 2025 at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi as students earned awards and scholarships totaling $3,888,380. Key honors went to Salutatorian Jose Antonio Garcia III and Valedictorian Grace Jaden Lefort, and 48 graduates received High Honors & other recognitions were given to top academic programs.  Gazebo Gazette

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Biloxi Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 5th at 2:00 p.m. at the Municipal Building Auditorium on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard to consider a zoning map change for two parcels at 1732 & 1736 Beach Boulevard.  Gazebo Gazette
  • Secretary of State Michael Watson has launched a new election resource that lets Mississippi voters get election information and report issues by texting 'Hi' to 601-586-7600 - the service sends links to polling place locators when you text 'precinct'. Voters who do not receive the initial text can opt in by texting 'MS Elections' to 80946.  WXXV 25

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Mississippi State Department of Health is launching a new OB System of Care to improve care for pregnant women and babies using data that shows many maternal and infant deaths were preventable. The system will join three others by coordinating transfers and partnerships to help reduce delays in treatment.  Gazebo Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Mississippi Pro Hockey Team, formerly the Sea Wolves, has narrowed its new name choices to Gulf Coast Cruisers, Biloxi Breakers, and Mississippi Mosquitos — a name that began as an April Fools joke but won fan favor. Voting opened today and will run until Monday, May 26 — with the official name to be revealed on June 2.  WXXV 25

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 5/29/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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  • 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.

    Mon, 6/2/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 6/5/25

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  • The Shawshank Redemption Stage Play

    Jun 6-15, 7:30 PM — Biloxi Little Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a powerful stage adaptation of the classic tale of friendship and resilience in a brutal prison setting.

    Fri, 6/6/25

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  • Biloxi Shuckers vs. Montgomery Biscuits

    6:05 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Tickets required — Experience Minor League Baseball excitement with family-friendly entertainment and rising stars in action.

    Sat, 6/7/25

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  • Biloxi Shuckers vs. Montgomery Biscuits

    1-4 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Tickets vary — Catch a minor league baseball showdown with family-friendly entertainment and delicious ballpark treats.

    Sun, 6/8/25

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  • Grease Musical

    7 p.m. — Beau Rivage Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the classic musical Grease with an energetic cast and crew.

    Wed, 6/11/25

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