Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of June.
Good morning, Biloxi.
Harrison County roads crews are repairing a washout on Kiln-Delisle Road — the closure stretches from I-10 to Vidalia Road with no clear reopening date.
Drivers should follow posted detour signs and allow extra travel time.
Dad Tribes is an app coming to the Gulf Coast that lets local dads connect through shared interests (details provided by Michael Nahmias and David Long) and join for free.
On Saturday, the Gulf Coast Skateparks Association will host Biloxi Skate Fest from noon to 8 p.m., offering skate contests, live music, vendors and food trucks — volunteer spots remain open.
The Skateparks Association is hosting a design input meeting for a new skate park — residents can share ideas at Cedar Grove Community Center in Biloxi on June 30 at 6 p.m.
Pass Christian Historical Society will hold its monthly luncheon on Monday, June 22 at 12 pm featuring documentary producers Brehm Bell and Matthew Barrett who present Roots To Rockets (a film honoring communities displaced for NASA’s rocket testing facility at Stennis Space Center). Attendees must reserve by Friday, June 19 for the $15 member and $17 non-member lunch.
The Pass Christian Public Library will host the opening reception of My Silk Road—Photographic Exhibit Tuesday, June 16th at 6 p.m. in its conference room; the exhibit will remain on display until September 16th during regular library hours.
Biloxi’s historic Saenger Theatre reopened over the weekend after years of restoration; community leaders hosted a grand celebration (The Homecoming) featuring performances and tributes that invite residents to create new memories at the landmark.
Today, the 29th annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic enters its final phase in Biloxi as anglers compete for a share of over $1.4 million in prizes and families gather to see big catches like a 111-inch blue marlin caught by Team Miss Virginia.
Rookie2Recruit will host a professional combine — featuring NFL Combine official timing — at Gulfport High School’s new on campus field on June 27 at 9:00 a.m. Athletes in football, baseball, softball and soccer from seventh grade onward must register with a $120 fee.
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.
Independence Day Weekend Blues and Southern Soul Concert
3-7 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Admission varies — Enjoy live performances and a lively atmosphere with blues, soul, and delicious food.
Mississippi Gulf Coast King Festival
4 PM-12 AM — Gulf Hills Hotel & Resort — Free entry — Celebrate Elvis with 14 tribute artists honoring The King’s legacy and music over three days.
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