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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SuperTalk Mississippi Media's news director J.T. Mitchell was honored as one of Mississippi's Top 40 Under 40 leaders for his work in journalism & community service, and he was the only journalist chosen from hundreds of nominations by Mississippi Business Journal; his honor will be celebrated at a luncheon on June 25. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Julian Dedeaux from Biloxi, a Mississippi State spring graduate, was named a 2025 Fulbright finalist and will work as an English teaching assistant on Spain’s Canary Islands for the coming academic year—he earned his BBA with summa cum laude honors and was a member of MSU’s Honors College that set a record with four finalists. Gazebo Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers appointed members for a new Mississippi Opioid Settlement Advisory Council to guide how $315 million from an opioid settlement is spent on addiction help and harm reduction. Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and House Speaker Jason White named experts and affected lawmakers with terms lasting until December 31 or for three years, and all appointments are due today (deadline). SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced Tuesday that state and local governments will receive nearly $41 million from a nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma — the funds will be distributed over 15 years to help address the opioid crisis. The settlement resolves claims against Purdue and the Sacklers for aggressively marketing opioids. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ The state of Mississippi signed an MOU with NVIDIA to boost AI education and research in key areas such as agriculture, healthcare, energy and defense— the partnership will fund new training courses and workforce development programs aimed at preparing Mississippians for high-tech careers. This deal is expected to foster innovation and economic growth by integrating advanced AI technologies across local industries. Gazebo Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Every other Wednesday morning, the Humane Society of South Mississippi features Darcy and Susie as Pet of the Week, with Katie King sharing their story to help find them forever homes. WXXV 25
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Keesler Federal Park, little leaguers (ages 7 to 13) attended the first Nike Baseball Camp run by the Biloxi Shuckers over three days to learn the basics of pitching, fielding, and hitting. Each camper received a t-shirt and a game ticket to see the team win the South Division title tonight. WXXV 25
- ➤ The Biloxi Shuckers clinched the South Division first half title with a 6-2 win after Tyson Hardin pitched a strong debut. His teammates rallied with key plays from Zavier Warren, Luis Lara, and Bladimir Restitiyo—helping secure the title for the team for the first time since 2019. WXXV 25
- ➤ On Wednesday, the SEC released new conference schedules for Ole Miss and Mississippi State for the upcoming season. The Rebels will have both home and away games against teams such as Mississippi State, Auburn and Vanderbilt while hosting SEC sides like Alabama, Arkansas and Florida — the Bulldogs will host teams including Alabama and Auburn and travel to face teams like Florida and Texas, with games set to begin in November and conference play starting in January. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
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Scrapin' the Coast 2025
9 AM – 6 PM — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling weekend of custom cars, competitions, and family fun at this premier automotive event.
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Kenny Neal Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Tickets $30-$65 — Experience the vibrant swamp blues of Grammy-nominated Kenny Neal as he brings his soulful sound to Biloxi.
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On-Site Tour of Senior Living Community
9 AM – 7 PM — SummerHouse Bay Cove — Free entry — Explore senior living options with a focus on nutrition and exceptional care.
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WE ARE MONSTERS! The BLT Summer Camp Musical
2-3:30 p.m. — Biloxi Little Theatre — Ticket information available — An exciting musical adventure featuring quirky monsters discovering harmony in their differences.
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Biloxi Shuckers Fireworks Extravaganza
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Independence Day with baseball and a spectacular postgame fireworks show.
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The Chee Weez Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — Hard Rock Cafe — Ticket required — Celebrate Independence Day weekend with high-energy music from The Chee Weez and a continuing party afterward.
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96th Annual Blessing of the Fleet
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Harrah's Gulf Coast — Free entry — Celebrate maritime traditions with a boat parade, pageant, and prizes in Biloxi.
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Birmingham Barons vs. Biloxi Shuckers
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of Minor League Baseball action featuring rising stars and family-friendly entertainment.
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Hardwired - A Metallica Tribute
7 PM - 12 AM — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Tickets available — Experience a thrilling Metallica tribute performance that captures the essence of live rock music.
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Amanda Donald: George Strait Tribute Show
8 PM – 12 AM — Island View Casino Resort — Ticket information available — Enjoy a night of exceptional music with Amanda Donald paying homage to George Strait's hits.
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