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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Make-A-Wish Mississippi honored South Mississippi volunteers this morning by awarding Volunteer of the Year and W.I.S.H. Society Woman of the Year while introducing the 2025 W.I.S.H. Society members who will lead a fundraising campaign as Make-A-Wish wraps up in June — the event underscored how the organization kept granting wishes even during tough times. WXXV 25
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science is hosting Backyard Adventures, a new exhibit running from Saturday through January 4 that features interactive displays such as Night Vision, Bee’s Eye View, and Giant Pumpkin Bonanza — created by Scitech and produced by Imagine. The exhibit invites visitors to explore backyard science through engaging activities that highlight nature’s wonders — offering hands-on experiences for all ages. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ School Waves, a public sculpture made in partnership by the Walter Anderson Museum’s Public Art Enterprise, the Mississippi Arts Commission, Studio Waveland’s Erica and Mitchell Gaudet and Coast Episcopal School, was unveiled on May 19 at Long Beach’s Gail Keenan Art Center. The event featured speeches from local arts leaders—marking the closing of the Paper Fools in Wonderland art show. Gazebo Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Biloxi native Dr. Joanne Tran received the Drapeau Center for Undergraduate Research Mentor of the Year award today for guiding Southern Miss students to succeed in research and academics — her personal journey and hands-on support have helped many earn honors and pursue rewarding careers. Gazebo Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Humane Society of South Mississippi features a pet for adoption every other Wednesday and this week Licorice is seeking a forever home—Katie King explained the event—and local pet lovers are encouraged to consider adoption. WXXV 25
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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