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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Biloxi. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ D’Iberville police arrested 30-year-old Lane Wesley Blatchford (a Prattville man) on robbery charges after he entered Hancock Whitney Bank on September 3 at 3:00 p.m., used a restroom request as a ruse to return, handed a note to demand money, and fled on foot before US Marshalls Service located him in the 10000 block of Central Avenue and he was booked with a $250,000 bond. WXXV 25
- ➤ A Hattiesburg man pleaded guilty to shooting a Biloxi police officer and four others during spring break festivities at Surf Style on April 16 and was sentenced to 15 years in prison with 5 years of supervised release—he is expected to be extradited to Georgia for additional charges. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ D’Iberville High School went into a precautionary lockdown yesterday after a call-in threat and law enforcement confirmed that all students and staff are safe—school operations have returned to normal. WXXV 25
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Four Mississippi stars were named to the NFL Top 100 list after league players voted on their peers last season—two from Ole Miss, Laremy Tunsil and A.J. Brown, and two from Mississippi State, Dak Prescott and Chris Jones. The NFL season will start when A.J. Brown’s team meets Dak Prescott’s team at 7:20 p.m. CT on NBC. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College beat Mississippi Delta 58 to 13 in an NJCAA football game as the Bulldogs scored 44 points in the first half — they will travel to Ellisville next Thursday to try to extend their winning streak. WXXV 25
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Adrien Nunez Concert Featuring Cole Goodwin
7-8:30 p.m. — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting evening with live performances from Adrien Nunez and Cole Goodwin.
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Three Dog Night Live
7-8:30 p.m. — The Sound Amphitheater — General admission parking $10, Premium parking $30 — Rock out to the timeless hits of Three Dog Night and Little River Band under the stars.
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Southeastern Dyslexia Summit
7:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Beau Rivage Resort & Casino — Registration TBA — Dive into dyslexia education with renowned speakers Jonathan Mooney and Dr. Katherine Pannel.
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2025 Ladies R&B Kickback Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable ladies night with chart-topping R&B artists bringing smooth ballads and grooves.
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HAM Conference 2025
All day — Beau Rivage Resort & Casino — Registration fee applies — Attend the Housing Association of Mississippi's Annual Conference & Training Seminar and expand your knowledge in community housing.
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Ali Siddiq: In The Shadows Tour
6-9 p.m. — Immersive Media Performing Arts Center — Tickets $43.30-$141.25 — Experience the prolific storytelling and engaging stand-up of comedian Ali Siddiq live on stage.
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Gulf Coast Craniofacial Awareness Picnic
4 PM — Blake's Crossing Apartments — Free entry — Celebrate the first ever Children’s Craniofacial Awareness Month with food, games, and family fun.
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TobyMac and MercyMe Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Tickets starting at $35 — Enjoy an evening of uplifting music from TobyMac and MercyMe.
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Biloxi Oktoberfest 2025
4-11 p.m. — Multiple Bars & Venues — Ticket required — Experience an unforgettable Oktoberfest party with drinks, food, and live music.
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