Good morning, Biloxi.

Scientists at Mississippi State University reported that the Asian longhorned tick has not been found in Mississippi yet, but they urge livestock & pet owners to maintain tick control and trim tall grass to reduce infestations.

They also advise reporting unusual ticks to the state health department for testing.

A new infusion clinic in Ocean Springs is offering local treatment to cut travel times for patients with chronic conditions and ease costs for rural residents — Access Infusion Care's CEO Bruce Kutinsky says the service also includes home infusions for those facing transportation challenges.

On Wednesday, Keesler Blood Center traveled to Pensacola for a blood drive.

The team returns today for a drive on base from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will hold another drive tomorrow at the same hours.

D'Iberville Warriors finished last season with an 8-3 record, their best since 2021, and they are set to take the field Friday, Aug.

28 at 7 p.m. at Raleigh High School. Coach Josh Ladner says the team is focused on defense and teamwork as they prepare for the 2026 season.

The Bass Tactix Outdoors Youth and Adult Fishing Championship ended last weekend on the Pascagoula River, drawing anglers as young as five from Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama.

The winning high school team received over $400,000 in scholarships+cash+prizes.