Good morning, Biloxi.

The Pascagoula River Audubon Center is celebrating its tenth anniversary and is offering free admission through December 15 — rentals and programs are not included.

The center marks a decade of service to local visitors and invites them to explore its exhibits.

Mark Burr of the Secret Coast Poetry Society won a $2,000 grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission—he will use the funds to produce a community literary magazine.

He is a four-time grant recipient—he said the magazine will give local writers a free space to share their work.

Biloxi will host the annual Gulf Coast Equality Fest this Saturday, October 25, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Great Lawn at Harrah’s Gulf Coast — entry is free for all.

Kaila Moran Griffith from Mississippi Power shared energy saving tips for the fall season and described programs that customers can take advantage of — advice that may help lower energy costs for residents.

The company plans to update residents with more details as the season continues.

Today at 10 a.m., the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies will release three rehabilitated sea turtles into the Mississippi Sound from Biloxi Beach across from the Edgewater Mall—if you cannot attend, you can watch the event live on the IMMS Facebook page.

Scientists from Mississippi State’s Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture and Audubon Delta are tracking black skimmers and least terns along the Mississippi coast to support future conservation and land management efforts.

They use GPS and radio tags to record bird movements and will analyze the data to guide habitat protection plans — the project aims to improve coastal resilience.

The Mississippi Department of Employment Security was awarded a $5.7 million federal grant to support shipbuilding skills training for workers at major employers like Ingalls Shipbuilding, Bollinger Shipyards, and United States Marine, Inc.—with programs aimed at filling 2,500 new job openings each year.

Keesler’s Emergency Department resumed normal operations today at 6 a.m. after a water line break caused a temporary closure—returning inpatient services except labor and delivery and resuming outpatient hours.

Keesler Women’s Health is providing updates and those with concerns should call 228-376-0422 option 3.

The Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational ended Monday with more than 80 golfers from 14 college teams competing in Sauciuer—LSU and Alabama tied as team champions at 32-under while LSU’s Arni Sveinsson won individual honors.

On Oct 17, the Pass High Pirates made history with a 49-0 shutout win over Moss Point—earning their first region title as head coach Jeff Stockstill praised the team's commitment, and the Pirates will face West Marion on Oct 24 for Senior Night before ending the regular season against Bay High on Oct 30.

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.

The Sound of Dreams

7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. — Biloxi Little Theatre — $5 for students, BOGO offer — Watch talented young artists perform their dream songs on stage.