Good morning, Biloxi.

Congressman Mike Ezell *(and House Subcommittee on Water Resources)* held a roundtable on the Mississippi Coast where officials discussed the Bonnet Carre Spillway, flood management, and polluted water affecting fisheries, seafood, tourism and the coastal environment; they considered input from the Corps of Engineers and Save our Sound Coalition.

Acadian Ambulance named Porter Taylor as vice president for the Gulf Coast region today and he will lead community relations.

Taylor, who began as an EMT in 1986 (and later served as director of operations for Louisiana’s east region), brings decades of experience to the role.

Rising UV rays and heat prompt experts to advise residents to apply broad-spectrum SPF+30 sunscreen and reapply every two hours to prevent sunburn and long-term skin damage along the coast.

Coastal Family Health Center is urging residents to learn about hepatitis prevention+screening and community resources during Hepatitis Awareness Week, emphasizing the importance of knowing risk factors to take charge of their health.

The American Red Cross declared a national blood crisis as some critical blood types dropped below a one-day supply + Mississippi is facing a blood shortage.

Biloxi donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment to help hospitals meet rising demand.

Coraline’s at Beau Rivage unveiled its summer menu with lighter dishes honoring Gulf seafood roots, featuring a watermelon salad and smoked pork belly + traditional favorites.

The restaurant accepts reservations Sunday, Monday, and Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

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.