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Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Ocean Springs celebrates the opening of The Traveler behind the Walter Anderson Museum of Art; local artists helped design this new coffee shop—restaurant and community hub with a focus on local craftsmanship. A ribbon cutting will take place today at 11:30 a.m. as the center prepares to host community events in the coming days.  WXXV 25
  • Lynn Meadows Discovery Center cut the ribbon on its new Seagull Splashpad this past Saturday—marking 27 years of service—and welcomed visitors with food and activities. The splash pad will open based on weather conditions—providing families a new way to relax during the summer.  WXXV 25

CRIME NEWS

  • An 18-year-old in Gulfport was arrested on May 19 at 3:08 a.m. for possessing a weapon after a felony conviction when officers conducting a traffic stop near Tegarden Road and East Pass Road saw him attempt to load an extended magazine into a gun, after which he fled and was charged with resisting arrest and failure to comply — he is now held on a $25,000 bond.  WXXV 25

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Governor Tate Reeves said Mississippi broke two employment records in April — his remarks highlighted the state's strong job market and progress in employment growth.  SuperTalk Mississippi Media

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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