Good morning, Biloxi.

At Beau Rivage, resort employees awarded grant checks to three nonprofits through the MGM Resorts Foundation & Corporate Responsibility Grant Funds, awarding $20,000 to Canopy Children’s Solutions, over $7,200 to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Gulf Coast, and $15,000 to the Community Care Network.

Today at Keesler Air Force Base, two airmen rescued a kitten trapped in an engine bay; the pet now has a loving home and the event reminds residents to check their vehicles for animals seeking warmth as temperatures drop.

On Thursday morning, the Salvation Army gave out wrapped gifts to local families at the Center of Hope in Gulfport.

Volunteers handed out items to children in need who had registered earlier this fall for the Angel Tree program.

Biloxi high schoolers spent Wednesday afternoon delivering gifts to families in need as part of a local community effort to support neighbors.

The Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast is hosting a year-end fundraising drive to support vital programs that benefit thousands of kids.

Wayne Buchanan invites locals to contribute+ help maintain these essential services as the end of the year approaches.

The Mardi Gras Museum in Biloxi will host its Holly and Jolly Open House tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free, and donations are welcomed.

FanDuel donated $25,000 (supporting over 150,000 meals) to Mississippi Food Network during the holiday season, strengthening food security in communities served by the food bank.

This morning, Lacey Lofton of Moss Point was announced as the 2025 Heat for the Holidays winner on WXXV's live segment; she will receive a new home HVAC system from Geiger Heating and Air to support her family.

Nativity BVM Cathedral will host Caroling in the Cathedral Square from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday outside the cathedral on Howard Avenue.

A Christmas Story Performance

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Beau Rivage Theatre — Tickets from $76 — Enjoy the classic holiday tale brought to life in an unforgettable performance.

A Christmas Story Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Beau Rivage Resort & Casino — Tickets from $81 — Experience the magical tale of A Christmas Story live in Biloxi.

A Christmas Story at Beau Rivage

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Beau Rivage Theatre — Tickets starting at $76 — Enjoy the beloved holiday tale brought to life in a lively performance.

New Year’s Eve Masquerade

9:00 – 10:30 PM — Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi — Cost Varies — Celebrate the New Year with live performances in a lively masquerade setting.

Sam Joyner Blues Band Live Performance

7-10 PM — Ground Zero Blues Club & Restaurant Biloxi — Ticket prices vary — Experience a soulful mix of Blues, R&B, Jazz, and Reggae with the renowned Sam Joyner.