Good morning, Biloxi.

The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality has issued a water contact advisory for Biloxi East Central Beach—from St. Peter St. east to Dukate Street—warning swimmers of an increased risk of illness until safe bacteria levels are detected, with updates coming via text alerts and posted signage until Labor Day, Sept. 7.

Biloxi Fire Department conducted hands-on training at the Palace Casino to practice using standpipe systems in parking garages — a measure to prepare crews for unique challenges.

Seymour Law Firm advises parents to follow court orders for child support and visitation.

The guidance warns that missed payments do not cancel visitation rights and urges those needing changes to seek a court modification.

The Ocean Springs Fire Department conducted a training exercise this week to simulate the rescue of a downed firefighter under low visibility conditions.

Crews practiced rapid removal + medical assessment to stress the need to support one of their own.

Acadian Ambulances is expanding into George County after winning a bid for emergency response services, with the transition scheduled by Oct.

17. The company has served the Gulf Coast since 2000 and recently expanded its coverage into Harrison County.

The Katrina Memorial Blood Drive runs through Thursday, Aug.

27 with drives resuming today and tomorrow from noon to 6 p.m. at Edgewater Mall. It is set for Wednesday at Memorial Hospital in partnership with the Biloxi Shuckers before concluding next Thursday at the Ocean Springs Civic Center.

Former Ole Miss tight end Dae’Quan Wright was waived by the Cleveland Browns and will try to join LSU under an agreement with head coach Lane Kiffin if he clears waivers.

He played on Saturday and could become the first NFL player to return as a college athlete.