Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of June.
Good morning, Biloxi.
The Movers and Shakers Social Club will host a Juneteenth celebration on June 20 at the Biloxi Town Green.
The event will feature music, games, and a contest from 4-9 p.m.
A section of Three Rivers Road in Gulfport is closed for drainage work until mid-July.
The work began Wednesday between Dedeaux Road and Angela Drive and is set to finish with reopening on July 17 — drivers should use detours via Dedeaux, Highway 49 and Creosote Road.
A new initiative to empower women in the Gulf Coast gaming industry launched Tuesday in Bay St. Louis at the Silver Slipper Casino for a morning of brunch, networking, and panels – organizers plan to introduce the Karen Sock Memorial Award next year to honor a late leader.
The Fred Haise statue and moonwalk mural at the Biloxi Lighthouse Pier are being refreshed while the surrounding area is renamed Fred Haise Landing—its dedication set for Saturday, June 27th at 1 p.m. and featuring the 92-year-old astronaut as part of a $5,000 beautification project sponsored by the Mississippi Gulf Coast National Heritage Area.
The Mississippi Aquarium in Gulfport is inviting visitors to explore its new Animal Academy behind the scenes (Nicole Martz provided details), offering an engaging look at animal care and conservation.
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College named Adrienne Cocco-Eaves the first female head band director earlier this month to lead the Band of Gold; she plans to work with state music boards and promote recruitment and excellence in the program (the school aims to expand its local music impact).
Tracking potential tropical development, the National Hurricane Center is monitoring a low-pressure area (over the Bay of Campeche) that may pull moisture north into the Gulf Coast next week, which could raise rain chances in south Mississippi.
Strong upper-level wind shear is expected to limit organization.
Mississippi Department of Transportation is urging motorists to use caution at railroad crossings as engineers inspect intersections for lights and gates.
Barrett Wilson offers basic safety tips to help prevent crashes and fatalities.
Residents near the Seabee Base may notice sirens and simulated weapon sounds as an exercise began Wednesday with the Army Reserve’s 78th Training Support Division (training exercise).
The drill will run until Wednesday, June 17.
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.
Bayou Stampede Band Concert
7-11:50 p.m. — The Sanctuary Biloxi — Ticket prices increase at the door — Experience the upbeat sounds of a local country and classic rock cover band.
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