Good morning, Biloxi.

The Biloxi Fire Department held a memorial service Tuesday, Oct.

20 at its central station to honor three fallen firefighters, including two who lost their lives 40 years ago; the event also marked the first gathering at the department’s new memorial site (featuring three bells).

Spirit Halloween in Gulfport is preparing families for fall with costumes + trick-or-treat supplies.

The store supports the Spirit of Children program by donating 100% of proceeds to Manning Family Children’s Hospital in New Orleans.

On Saturday, Bay St. Louis Fire Department rescued a boater who had stayed afloat for about 45 minutes after his boat sank, after his mother provided coordinates.

Rescuers coordinating with MDMR, the Coast Guard, and six agencies used aircraft and boats to transport him to Hancock Medical Center for evaluation.

Fly Llama Brewing is set to host its annual Llamapalooza Street Festival — featuring live music, food trucks and local vendors — on Oct.

24 at 12 p.m. in Biloxi with free admission for all.

Schools on the Mississippi Gulf Coast remain open today as Harrison, Jackson, and Gulfport districts work with the FBI and DPS to investigate a social media post raising safety concerns — officials say the threat is not believed credible and have increased security while the review continues.

Dry conditions and cooler weather today have led state officials to impose burn bans in 47 counties.

Residents are encouraged to follow state guidelines to reduce fire risks.

Today, city leaders cut the ribbon on phase one of the $4m Gateway Project at Long Beach Harbor + reopened Jim Simpson Pier after Hurricane Zeta.

Boaters are urged to flush engines, secure proper storage, and protect vessels as the season winds down.

Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula has received a $99 million modification from the Navy to conduct sea trials for the Zumwalt-class destroyer Lydon B.

Johnson. The contract supports essential testing and modernization upgrades as the ship prepares for phased delivery.

Stephen 'Mac' McCraney from MEMA — Mississippi’s emergency agency — outlined plans for Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week on a radio interview and urged residents to update family kits and safety plans amid forecasts for tornadoes, flash floods and strong storms, while local businesses coordinate emergency supplies for power outages.

The Mississippi State Department of Health urges residents 6 months and older to get updated COVID-19 & flu vaccinations to help curb early influenza cases as local clinics offer free or low-cost appointments.

Saint Stanislaus Rock-A-Chaws beat the St. Patrick Fighting Irish 29-0 on Friday at Brother Philip Memorial Athletic Complex, led by Jaxen Halferty who ran for 207 yards and 2 touchdowns; the team will travel to face Presbyterian Christian on Friday, Oct.

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Biloxi Indians won a Region 4-7A football game against Harrison Central — securing a 30-14 win on Friday, Oct.

16 in Gulfport. Running Back Marquez Metcalfe led with two touchdowns to boost Biloxi’s season record.