Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of June.
Good morning, Biloxi.
Mr. Parker, a two-year-old terrier mix, is up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi through a $25 adoptions special running through Saturday (including spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccines), brought by the Generator Store of Pass Christian for WXXV's Pet of the Week.
Local teen Grayson Richardson turned 16 and his wish for 1,000 birthday cards was met in Pascagoula on Tuesday - the support came from neighbors and online friends who sent cards to celebrate his milestone.
Families across the Gulf Coast gathered in Ocean Springs for Singing River Hospice of Light’s third annual memorial service at Little Children’s Park — a ceremony featuring music and a butterfly release to honor loved ones and offer support during grief.
New Jerusalem Baptist Church and Friendship Missionary Baptist Church will host a day of fellowship and fun on June 20 at Jones Park (from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
Pastor Harold Spann and Pastor C.E. Maston provided the details.
Mississippi Department of Marine Resources announced that on June 6 and 7, anglers can fish in public waters without a recreational license while following all size and possession limits—July 4 is also set as free fishing day with similar rules.
Elijah’s Closet in Biloxi is asking for donations + volunteer support to keep its services for children and families at risk of foster care open, as rising costs threaten to close the nonprofit; organizers have raised over $6,000 toward covering a full year of expenses.
Riverdance 30 will perform four shows at Beau Rivage Resort and Casino featuring traditional Irish and international dance with updated choreography — performances occur Friday, June 5 at 7 p.m., Saturday, June 6 at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sunday, June 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets start at $62.25.
The Ear Candy Coalition Live Music Showdown runs every Thursday in June at Ground Zero Blues Club in Biloxi, offering live music to local fans (details from Scott Henry and Jake Patricks).
Shrek the Musical will begin at the Beau Rivage on June 11 and run through July 2 — the resort transforms into a fairytale setting with themed decorations, a Shrek scavenger hunt and special culinary activations for families.
Juneteenth in the Pass will host an If Not You, Then Who Celebration Brunch at 10:00 a.m. and a day party with live music on Saturday, June 13 at West Harrison County Civic Center on Espy Avenue to honor local heroes and award scholarships to Pass Christian High School students.
Brynne met with Mississippi Aquarium’s lead landscaper, Jimi Check (who oversees the project), to learn how the new habitat will help monarch butterflies and other insects thrive at the aquarium.
The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality lifted water contact advisories at East Courthouse Road Beach, Biloxi West Central Beach, Gulfport West Beach, and Biloxi East Central Beach today after water samples showed acceptable bacteria levels.
Advisories remain for Long Beach and Gulfport Harbor Beach.
The Seashore Highlands Retirement Community will host a free dementia awareness panel on June 9 at First United Methodist Church in Gulfport.
Diana White will join the panel to help guide discussion on dementia awareness.
Kirkland and Gretchen Garbett’s eight energetic Hawaiian Yorkies are chasing a remote-control car in a playful twist on fetch, drawing nearly 70,000 online followers.
Viral clips filmed on a local field add a spirited touch to the Gulf Coast vibe.
Biloxi Shuckers pitcher Jaron DeBerry recorded the 11th complete game shutout in franchise history and led his team to a doubleheader sweep over the Columbus Clingstones Saturday night at Synovus Park — it was the first non-rain-shortened shutout since 2019 and earned him Southern League Pitcher of the Week honors.
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.
The Molly Ringwalds Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Hard Rock Cafe — Tickets start at $20 — Experience a nostalgic musical journey filled with 80s hits and a captivating light show.
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