Good morning, Biloxi.

Charles Sheldon was honored by the University of Southern Mississippi’s Center for Fisheries Research for tagging 493 cobia in the Gulf (a key part of the tag and release program).

His volunteer work helps scientists learn about fish movements and supports local conservation efforts.

On Friday, Aug. 28, the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport unveiled Fabric of Our Future—a community quilt stitched by local children celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

Local artists and families helped transform individual patches into a shared vision of the future.

Deputy Christopher Duplantis, a school resource officer at Pineville Elementary, was named Officer of the Month by the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department for helping a new student adjust after moving from out of state.

He received a plaque and gift certificate — recognition of his community service.

Coast Transit Authority released Labor Day schedule; buses will run on a Sunday schedule on Monday, Sept.

7 and normal service resumes Tuesday, Sept. 8 while the CTA office closes at 3:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4 + the Seasonal Free Tram Trolley at Gulfport Transit Center ends, returning next spring.

A local lawyer defended a client in a dog paternity case using no DNA evidence and won in court—he warns that if pet custody laws like those in Illinois spread, similar disputes may challenge Gulf Coast courts soon.

Recreational fishing for Gag and Greater Amberjack opens tomorrow at 12:01 a.m. in Mississippi territorial waters — the Gag season ends on Oct.

1 and Greater Amberjack on Oct. 14.

Biloxi Shuckers earned a 4 to 3 walk off win on Saturday, Aug.

29 at Keesler Federal Park when Braylon Payne’s dash scored the winning run. The team now prepares for a series finale on Sunday as they split the series with Knoxville Smokies.