Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
Good morning, Biloxi.
A prayer service was held Tuesday evening at Heritage Baptist Church for Tyler Rachel—injured in the Chevron Pascagoula Refinery fire on July 14th—who is now airlifted to a hospital in Mobile and undergoing multiple surgeries after suffering burns over 75% of his body.
CBL Properties closed on the sale of The Promenade, a 621,000-square-foot open-air center in D’Iberville for $83.1 million at an attractive 8.5% cap rate—proceeds that will be reinvested in higher yield investments as part of its portfolio strategy.
The University of Southern Mississippi’s Thad Cochran Marine Aquaculture Center launched — with funding from Governor Tate Reeves through the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act — the Marine Aquaculture Demonstration Initiative for Economic Development today on the Gulf Coast.
The initiative will boost research and job training — including programs for oyster hatcheries — to strengthen the local seafood industry.
The National Weather Service has issued a heat stress warning for all of Mississippi for Tuesday (July 29th) as extreme heat is expected (the alert covers the entire state).
Municipal League Conference in Biloxi held its day-two session yesterday as mayors and city council members from across the state discussed new governance strategies—additional workshops, legislative updates, and MML elections are scheduled as the three-day event wraps up today.
12 Angry Jurors
Jul 24-27 — Biloxi Little Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a compelling drama as twelve jurors grapple with a young man's fate in a tight deliberation room.
Island Fights 90
8:00–9:30 p.m. — Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting night of competitive fights at this popular venue.
Mississippi Natural Hair Expo 2025
12 AM – 4 PM — Biloxi Civic Center — Cost info not verified — Explore workshops, connect with brands, and embrace natural beauty at this empowering expo.
The Chitlins with Jay B Elston Band
7-10 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of soulful music from The Chitlins and acclaimed guitarist Jay B Elston.
Biloxi Gift Show
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Admission fee varies — Discover unique gifts and connect with creative exhibitors at the Biloxi Gift Show.
Biloxi Shuckers Vs Columbus Clingstones
6:35-10:35 PM — Keesler Federal Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience Minor League Baseball action with family-friendly fun and themed promotions.
Columbus Clingstones at Biloxi Shuckers
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting baseball game featuring the Columbus Clingstones as they take on the Biloxi Shuckers.
WICKED Rock 'N Roll Over Fundraiser
7-10 p.m. — Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi — Visit the Humane Society's adoptable pets in a fun fundraising event.
Jurassic Quest
11:59 p.m. — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Tickets available — Experience the wonder of dinosaurs come to life!
Chattanooga Lookouts at Biloxi Shuckers
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting Minor League Baseball game with family-friendly entertainment and delicious ballpark food.
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