Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
Good morning, Biloxi.
We are a couple of months into the shrimp season and shrimp boats are dropping nets while gulf shrimp is now available at harbors, docks and local restaurants — DMR Shrimp and Crab Bureau Director Jason Saucier provided the update in studio.
State Senior Medicare Patrol says scammers are spoofing phone numbers and using false details to offer Medicare-covered genetic testing—beneficiaries are warned not to share personal information and are advised to call the hotline at 1-877-272-8720 if they receive such calls.
Amtrak passenger rail service will return to the Gulf Coast on August 18, running twice daily between New Orleans and Mobile+ the train will stop in Bay St. Louis, Gulfport, Biloxi and Pascagoula with fares starting at $15 and discounts for kids, students, seniors and veterans.
A celebratory inaugural run is scheduled for August 16.
August Teacher of the Month is Danielle Ladner, a third grade student teaching assistant and bus driver at Saucier Elementary School honored during the final day of WXXV’s Back to School Blitz — she is studying for her bachelor’s degree at William Carey University with a 4.0 GPA and set to graduate in May 2026 — after being nominated by her mother.
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.
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.
Becky Robinson Live
8-11 PM — IP Casino Resort Spa — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with viral comedian Becky Robinson.
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.
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.
Pensacola Blue Wahoos at Biloxi Shuckers
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball game featuring local teams.
Biloxi Shuckers vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Keesler Federal Park — Ticket required — Enjoy an exciting Minor League Baseball matchup under the stars.
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