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Biloxi
Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The city hosted its first annual Fishing Rodeo at the D’Iberville Marina from May 22 to 24, offering competitive fishing, live music, food vendors and a special children’s casting event — historical displays connected the event to D’Iberville’s maritime heritage. Gazebo Gazette
- ➤ Spencer stepped away from his newsroom duties to spend a shift at Woodside Wildlife Rescue (a key local operation that cares for injured wildlife) today, offering a behind-the-scenes look at its vital work in our community. WXXV 25
- ➤ Veterans will have access to a free claims clinic at VFW Post 6731 in D’Iberville tomorrow, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., where they can file disability claims and learn about benefits, and attendees should bring DD 214 and supporting documents + enjoy free food and drinks. WXXV 25
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Entrepreneurs graduated from the Coastal Business Growth Accelerator at the Mississippi Small Business Development Center, receiving eight weeks of coaching to launch or expand startups along the Gulf Coast. They represented industries from retail to creative services and are set to boost local business opportunities. WXXV 25
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality issued a beach water contact advisory for Biloxi West Central Beach today due to unsafe bacteria levels from recent rains — swimmers are advised to avoid contact until tests confirm safe conditions. Gazebo Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Tate Reeves announced Thursday that the Mississippi Development Authority approved $5 million for forestry projects, funding a new road in Choctaw County, a rail corridor acquisition in Gloster, and utility upgrades for Bell Timber, Inc. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Older adults joined National Senior Health and Fitness Day at the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Biloxi. The event offered dancing, stretching, health education, and fitness activities to promote healthy aging. WXXV 25
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi community college football teams will switch to a 10-game regular season in 2026 instead of nine, which will impact schedules across the state. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
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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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