Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of July.
Good morning, Biloxi.
Truck fans can see the 11th annual Coast Big Rig Show today at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum, featuring custom semis, exhibitors, raffles, a light show, and truck convoy along Beach Boulevard — admission is $15 with $10 parking, supporting transportation and Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
On Friday, Home of Grace dedicated its courtyard bell and prayer garden (operating since 1965) to honor longtime supporter Dub Herring.
Family and supporters joined the ceremony as the recovery ministry celebrated his enduring role in funding addiction recovery scholarships.
Beau Rivage Resort and Casino donated $25,000 in grants to support case management services and help individuals experiencing homelessness at Mercy Cross Day Center in Biloxi.
The funding is set to expand programs across the Mississippi Gulf Coast + strengthen local resources.
Stennis Space Center, known for testing rocket engines, also prepares NOAA’s National Data Buoy Center’s 240 weather stations to gather live ocean data.
The facility supports improved forecasts for storms & other weather events.
The Mississippi health department confirmed two cases of cyclosporiasis in residents from the Gulf Coast and Pine Belt, and officials urged locals to wash all fruits and vegetables to help prevent infection — following CDC advice for prompt testing if symptoms develop.
MSDH confirmed five cyclosporiasis cases from public health districts 3 (Delta), 5 (Central), 8 (Southern), and 9 (coastal counties) in a press conference held Friday and stressed that residents should follow food safety guidelines as none were linked to the CDC outbreak.
The Humane Society of South Mississippi opened an after-hours vet clinic in Gulfport to provide affordable care for pets when regular offices close.
The clinic operates on Wednesday to Friday (5 p.m. to midnight) and Saturday to Sunday (noon to 8 p.m.).
Two cases of cyclosporiasis have been confirmed in Mississippi.
One case is on the Coast and the other in the Pine Belt region — state health leaders advise washing hands and rinsing produce carefully to reduce infection risk.
Southern Miss Alumni Association joined Southern Miss Athletics on the annual Summer Road Tour at the Markham Hotel in downtown Gulfport to unite Golden Eagles ahead of football season.
The event featured food, refreshments, photos with Seymour and a Q&A with new Head Football Coach Blake Anderson.
Lil Wayne Concert
7-11 p.m. — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable evening with the hip-hop legend in Biloxi.
Biloxi Gift Show
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Free entry — Explore a vibrant marketplace showcasing unique gifts and home décor.
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