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Biloxi
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Mississippians gathered on Howard Avenue in Biloxi on Friday evening to kick off August at the First Friday Block Party. The event featured shopping, food trucks, live music by bands Snow Day and Hip Pocket—and craft vendors selling goods from soaps to artwork. WXXV 25
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A vehicle drove into the Coast Radio Group building on Seaway Road and Cowan-Lorraine Friday afternoon in Gulfport—killing one person and injuring three others while officials worked to stabilize the building. WXXV 25
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Roy Anderson Corps celebrated 70 years Friday night at the Mississippi Aquarium where employees and their families enjoyed refreshments + gift bags and access to all animal exhibits; the company, which built the aquarium, has completed major projects along the coast and remains ready to help rebuild in needed times. Veteran risk administrator Leslie Melton, with 19 years at the firm, highlighted the company’s continued commitment to serving the Coast. WXXV 25
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gulfport Police confirmed that Jason Bourque, last seen July 29, was found dead at 12:30 Friday afternoon — officials have not yet provided details on the cause of death or the location where he was found. WXXV 25
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In his column, Mathews urged Coastal Mississippi leaders to form an Economic Development Alliance so that mayors, supervisors and business officials can work together to attract big projects. He pointed out that while counties near Oxford already formed a group after Governor Tate Reeves signed House Bill 1897 in March, a united push is needed to match Florida’s successful regional coalition – and warned that without coordinated action the region will fall behind. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mississippi Aquarium in Gulfport is caring for cold-stunned Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles rescued each winter — the facility normally takes in 40 to 60 turtles with a survival rate above 90. The aquarium will release five of the seven turtles still in care in September. WXXV 25
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal court ruled that Mississippi’s law requiring social media age verification can go into effect, and a tech industry group will continue to challenge it—arguing the law violates privacy and free expression. Gazebo Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jurassic Quest
11:59 p.m. — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Tickets available — Experience the wonder of dinosaurs come to life!
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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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Biloxi Shuckers vs. Chattanooga Lookouts
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Ticket required — Enjoy a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup under the evening sky.
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Becky Robinson Live
8-11 PM — IP Casino Resort Spa — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with viral comedian Becky Robinson.
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Biloxi Shuckers vs. Chattanooga Lookouts
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch exciting Minor League Baseball action as the Shuckers face off against the Lookouts.
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Biloxi Shuckers vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Tickets required — Root for the local Biloxi team in this Southern League showdown against Pensacola.
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