Good morning, Biloxi.

The Humane Society of South Mississippi started its Empty the Shelters campaign yesterday, coinciding with National Black Dog Day + the shelter is offering adoption specials to help black dogs find loving homes.

Joppa Shriners will host a four-man scramble golf tournament on Saturday at Bayou Vista Golf Course starting at 8 a.m.+ competitors will pay a $200 fee that covers range balls, food and gift bags, and lunch with an awards ceremony will follow.

Three recruits from Long Beach Fire Department—Dylan Kippes, Samuel Starita, and William Wright—graduated today from the NFPA 1001 Firefighter I-II course at the Mississippi State Fire Academy in Jackson.

Fire Chief Griff Skellie said the training will serve as a strong foundation for their careers as they meet national standards—an open ceremony marked their entry into advanced firefighting duties.

On Wednesday, September 24, the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources Licensing Office moved to 1716 A.J.

Holloway Drive in Biloxi and began selling commercial and recreational licenses for shrimp, oyster and crab while license sales at the Pass Christian Check Station ended. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and the Wetlands Permitting Program is now at the North Bay location—call 228-374-5000 for appointments or 228-523-4093 for more info.

The Saint Stanislaus Rock-A-Chaws lost 52 to 0 to Mobile Christian on Friday evening—marking the first time they were shut out in consecutive games since 2001—and the Leopards scored early and kept control throughout the contest.

Pass High Pirates beat East Central 35—33 in a close homecoming game on Friday, September 26.

The team will travel to Greene County High—they face the Wildcats on October 3.

Former Ocean Springs alum Garrett Crochet earned his first MLB playoff win for the Red Sox on Tuesday night as he pitched 7 2/3 innings, allowed four hits and one run, and struck out 11 batters — his 117th pitch reached 100.2 mph.

This performance improved his season record to 18-5 with a 2.95 ERA and 255 strikeouts.

One Coast Walk to End Alzheimer's

8 AM – 12 PM — Point Cadet — No fee, Registration required — A fun-filled day walking to honor those touched by this disease.

Tinh Dau First Love Asian Concert

8-11 p.m. — Hard Rock Live Biloxi — 21+ only — Celebrate the Moon Festival with vibrant Asian music at a premier venue.

Britishmania Beatles Tribute Show

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Beau Rivage Resort & Casino — Ticketed event — Experience a note-for-note tribute to the legendary Beatles performed by acclaimed tribute act Britishmania.

Tucker Wetmore Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — IP Casino Resort Spa — Check for ticket prices — Experience the rising star of country music as Tucker Wetmore showcases his hit singles and storytelling style.

Saturday Brunch with Raiwylde & Dacota Berkowitz

11 AM – 3 PM — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Check the event website for ticket prices — Enjoy a diverse musical showcase with Raiwylde's blend of Jazz, R&B, and more.

Lighthouse College Makos vs. Mississippi Community Christian College

7-11 p.m. — Biloxi Municipal Stadium — Check for ticket info — Experience a thrilling road battle as the Makos face off against the Canes in a highly anticipated football matchup.

Kevin Gates Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch Kevin Gates live and enjoy an unforgettable night of music.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

8:30-9:30 p.m. — Mary C O'Keefe Cultural Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience a magical, multi-sensory concert featuring Halloween classics under candlelight.

Jessica Riley Craig Live

7 p.m. — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of soulful music from Mississippi's own Jessica Riley Craig.

Cannonball 5K & Fun Run

1-3 p.m. — Beauvoir — Check the event page for registration fees — Participate in the inaugural run on the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast.