Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
Good morning, Biloxi.
Gulfport’s Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is asking locals to name three whitespotted bamboo sharks in an online poll open for a month; voters can choose from a long list of names or submit their own ideas.
Pine Hills Nursery is a family-owned garden center in Pass Christian that has offered quality plants, shrubs, and trees since 1986 — the nursery also hosts free Toddler Tuesday activities and field trips for schools, offering families a relaxed outdoor day with animals and a playground. Upcoming events include centerpiece snip and sip classes, which further emphasize its role as a community hub for all ages.
Biloxi will host multiple Halloween events this October including a cemetery tour on Oct.
19 and 21 at 1066 Irish Hill Dr, a senior bash on Oct. 23 at the Civic Center, and a costume ball on Oct. 24 at Donal M. Snyder Sr. Community Center. Additional events feature drive-thru trick-or-treating on Oct. 25, a trunk or treat at Eagle Point Park on Oct. 28, and the family event Boo on the Rue on Oct. 30 — a mix of free entry and ticketed options is offered.
Joseph Simpson from Negrotto’s Frame — Art is sharing details ahead of a celebration honoring artist Emmitt Thames that will occur on October 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with free refreshments provided.
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.
LSU Tigers vs Samford Bulldogs Baseball Exhibition
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Keesler Federal Park — Tickets from $33 — Experience the excitement of college baseball with LSU Tigers taking on Samford Bulldogs.
Lone Star Skynyrd Tribute Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Sanctuary Biloxi — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd by the ultimate tribute band.
2025 GCCA Annual Run For the Beads 5k
8:45 AM — Point Cadet — $16.90-$27.50 — Join a festive community run featuring a Beer Mile and awards for top finishers.
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