Good morning, Biloxi.

On Sunday, demonstrators gathered at Jones Park (under the Barksdale Pavilion) in Gulfport to call for FBI action in the investigation of Nolan Wells’ death; attendees including Councilwoman Ella Holmes-Hines urged state officials to secure clear answers for his grieving family.

The University of Southern Mississippi recently received IBSC recertification for its hydrographic science programs, one of only two places that train Category A hydrographers.

Students use hands-on fieldwork to map water hazards, with their findings directly aiding NOAA nautical charts.

School leaders recently toured the Gulf Park campus where construction continues on the future Dubard School for Language Disorders.

Classrooms and hallways are taking shape as students will begin classes next school year.

South Mississippi students completed a summer camp at the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum, learning aerodynamics and flight simulation before a field trip to Gulfport-Biloxi International's air traffic control tower.

They built an airplane that will fly this winter.

Governor Reeves approved $15 million for the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund's fifth grant cycle to support conservation and outdoor recreation projects statewide; applications from state agencies, counties, cities and eligible nonprofits open Aug.

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MSDH confirmed a case of cyclosporiasis in Public Health District 9 — including coastal counties — and said it is not linked to the multistate outbreak at Taco Bell’s lettuce in other states.

State Epidemiologist Dr. Renia Dotson advised residents to follow CDC guidance, noting the illness is treatable.

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.