Good morning, Biloxi.

Mississippi Coast Coliseum announced a new bag policy that will begin in June — requiring clear bags only — to meet updated public facility standards.

The rule allows only bags smaller than 12 by 6 by 12 inches and accepts vinyl and PVC types for events.

Sherri French of Mom Hint explains tire care tips and announces the opening of the new Express Oil Change and Tire Engineers location at 1673 Popps Ferry Rd on May 23.

The service center will offer expert care to keep your tires in top shape.

Savvy Sliders is adding new menu items featuring hot honey as a key ingredient, and Tiffany Morse previewed the offerings in a studio session (an exciting update for local diners).

Today on Connected Living with C Spire, WXXV News 25’s Aubrey Spears interviewed C Spire Chief Marketing Officer Eric Evans about the One Plan (offering deals for Coast residents), and the segment aired (highlighting the program’s benefits) on local television.

Jesmyn Ward read from her new essay collection On Witness and Respair on May 16 at Pass Christian (GG), sharing memories of Gulf Coast summers and family gatherings compiled over a decade.

Her remarks underscored how returning home inspired her writing and deepened her connection to the region.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce Director of Communications and Marketing Bryce Gangi introduces May’s Chamber Member Spotlight on the Ohr O’Keefe Museum of Art.

For more details on joining the Chamber, call 228-604-0014 (or visit mscoastchamber.com).

Saint Stanislaus College held its Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement Ceremony at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church today as 51 graduates received diplomas and scholarships totaling roughly $3.7 million.

Bishop Louis F. Kihneman III officiated the service, and awards were given to distinguished students (including Valedictorian Farres Baroudi).

A public forum on school choice is set for May 21 at Sunkist Country Club in Biloxi (doors open at 6 p.m. and the event starts at 6:30 p.m.), offering a discussion on using tax dollars for different education options.

NASA Stennis Space Center support facilities in Hancock County provided essential gases and cooling water for RS-25 engine tests for the Artemis Program last week; engineers explained that a seven-mile pipeline and a 66-million-gallon reservoir enabled safe operations (ensuring effective cooling and sound suppression during tests).

The Salvation Army Kroc Center is hosting National Senior Fitness Day on May 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Morgan Shiyou and Chere Stevenson will share tips to help seniors stay active at the event.

Travel experts project a record Memorial Day weekend as 45 million domestic travelers, including 39.1 million by car, will hit the road between May 21 and May 25 — many heading to local beaches despite gas prices hovering at about $4 per gallon; AAA warns that sustained high costs could affect later holiday travel.

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.

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.

Noises Off!

June 5-14 — Biloxi Little Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy the hilarity of miscommunication and chaos in this celebrated farce.

Everclear Live in Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Hard Rock Cafe — Presale access available — Experience the enduring alt-rock legacy of Everclear as they perform their greatest hits.

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.

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.