Good morning, Biloxi.

Goodwill of South Mississippi will move its Hardy Court location to a larger space in the same shopping center on Thursday, Aug.

20 at 10 a.m. (The expansion will offer increased services and opportunities for local families.)

A new Express Oil Change and Tire Engineers location is set to open soon at 12317 Hwy 49 in Gulfport, where Sherry French with Mom Hint will offer tire maintenance tips during the grand opening festivities.

MGCCC’s Perkinston campus will host a two-day job fair this Friday and Saturday in the Hayden Student Union to help former Hood Industries employees and flood victims.

School officials said the event will offer resume building, employer access, and free or low-cost training.

Mississippi 911 coordinators and operators are gathering this week in Biloxi for a four-day conference focused on training, technology, and the future of emergency communications.

The event offers over 16 hours of training & discussions aimed at enhancing response times for 911 calls.

Unemployment assistance is available in Hancock, Harrison, Pearl River, and Stone counties for those affected by the June floods.

Eligible workers and self-employed persons must prove they lost work because of the storms (applications are via the MDES website) with a deadline of Oct. 2.

The Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund now offers grants for conservation, outdoor recreation, and economic development projects after the state legislature dedicated $15 million.

State agencies, counties, cities & nonprofits can apply as the application process is underway.

The American Red Cross announced its 21st Katrina Memorial Blood Drive, running from August 18 to 27 at local sites in Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, Pass Christian, Pascagoula and Ocean Springs; donors receive a free Shuckers game ticket & Girl Scout cookies.

Pearl River Central’s football team went from two wins to seven last season and is gearing up for its next challenge on Aug.

28 when it faces Wayne County—coach John Feaster noted that returning players and hard work are key to the team’s new spirit.

The Saints announced that former Hall of Famer Drew Brees is chosen for their Ring of Honor + his ceremony will take place on October 11 during halftime of their game against the Minnesota Vikings.