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Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pascagoula Beach Pier will reopen today after completing phase one improvements (including ADA-compliant handrails, flow-through decking, benches, solar deck lighting, green fish lights, and a fish cleaning station). Further lighting upgrades are planned for next month. WXXV 25
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday evening, start-up companies in the Southern Miss Blue Navigator Program showcased new technology aimed at growing the Gulf Coast Blue Economy at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport + Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves was present to show support. WXXV 25
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Mississippi Gulf Coast will host its first-ever Gulf Coast Pickle Fest on June 13 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jackson County Fairgrounds, offering food + music and pickle-themed fun for locals. WXXV 25
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NOAA forecasts a slightly below average 2026 hurricane season with 8 to 14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes across the Atlantic. Officials advise residents to review hurricane plans and restock supplies (El Niño may help keep storm totals lower). WXXV 25
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local first responders are finalizing hurricane season plans and urge residents to gather emergency supplies and draft plans. Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan said families should prepare now (officials stress that readiness is key for upcoming storms). WXXV 25
- ➤ Gov. Reeves announced Thursday that Mississippi launched a statewide AI framework to guide K-12 and career education and workforce development. The framework was developed with partners (AI Workforce Readiness Council, Accelerate Mississippi, and the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network) to prepare students and workers for an AI-driven economy. WXXV 25
- ➤ The Department of Marine Resources announced the shrimp season for 2026 to 2027 will open on May 26 at 6 a.m. in state territorial waters and all shrimpers must be licensed before fishing (with inspections in effect). WXXV 25
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ This May, Memorial Hospital marks Stroke Awareness Month by sharing key warning signs, risk factors, and treatment options to help Mississippians act fast when symptoms occur. The certified primary stroke center notes that high rates of obesity, hypertension, diabetes, and smoking raise stroke risk (a vital reminder for the community). 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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