Author Archives: John Majure

Mardi Gras safety, traffic: What you need to know

Thousands of parade goers will be in Downtown Biloxi for the annual Second Liners Mardi Gras Parade, Krewe of Neptune Mardi Gras Parade, and the Gulf Coast Carnival Association Parade. As city crews finish their preparations, the Biloxi Police Department asks parade-goers to keep safety in mind when making their plans.  “Our role is to […]

Biloxi A to Z: Holiday schedules and closings, and more.

Biloxi A to Z: This week’s video includes information on holiday trash pickup schedules, Christmas tree recycling, municipal office closings for the holidays, and a look back at the recent Christmas on the Water Children’s Parade and Lighting of the Town Green! Facebook: See this week’s video. YouTube: See this week’s video. News & notes: […]

A listing of holiday festivities

Another festive Christmas season officially begins in Biloxi on Thursday with the Lighting of the Lighthouse taking place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The public is invited to join Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich as he flips the switch to turn on the holiday lights. The ceremony will take place at the Biloxi Visitors Center and […]

Lighthouse Christmas lighting Thursday 

Christmas events officially begin in Biloxi on Thursday with the Lighting of the Biloxi Lighthouse at 5:30 p.m. The public is invited to this rain or shine event inside the Biloxi Visitors Center, 1050 Beach Blvd., where Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich flips the switch to light up the historic Biloxi Lighthouse in Christmas red and green, signaling […]

Biloxi A to Z: November BNews, holiday closing, and more

This week’s video features the November BNews Monthly. The latest issue is filled with city updates, community stories, and helpful information. Inside, you’ll find a message from Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich discussing the Popp’s Ferry Extension and Lighthouse Pier projects. There are Thanksgiving cooking safety tips, a feature highlighting the beautiful trees of Keesler, and the […]

Halloween happenings in Biloxi

Here is a list of some Halloween events taking place in Biloxi throughout the month. Sunday, Oct. 19 & Tuesday, Oct. 21 – 19th Annual Old Biloxi Cemetery Tour, Oct. 19, 2-5 p.m. and Oct. 21, 5-7 p.m., 1066 Irish Hill Dr.  Self-guided, continuously performed portrayals with 14 characters and 11 stops. This year’s theme: […]

Biloxi A to Z: Cruisin’ and more

This week’s video features Biloxi Police Lt. Candace Young with information on the Cruisin’ The Coast Biloxi Block Party and Cruisin’ The Coast traffic. Also in this week’s video: October BTV lineup, joint air show training, Coliseum Pier refurbishing, weekend weather, a preview of weekend events, and Amtrak.Facebook: See this week’s videoYouTube: See this week’s […]

Local artists featured at the Biloxi Visitors Center

Local artists and craftsmen will showcase and sell their creative wares every weekend in October at the Biloxi Visitors Center’s October Vendor Showcase. The 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. event, which is free and open to the public, offers shoppers the opportunity to meet talented local artists and purchase arts and crafts. Vendors will be […]

Biloxi A to Z: August BNews, Mayor’s Youth Council, Amtrak

A to Z: This week’s video features the August BNews Monthly. The 24-page August BNews Monthly includes the newest class of the Biloxi Sports Hall of Fame, with bios and induction ceremony details. There is also an update on city projects, a call to everyone to pick up litter and to stop littering, storm season […]

Police seeking candidates for upcoming academy

Anyone interested in seeing how law enforcement works from the inside out can sign up for the annual Citizens Police Academy and find out! The Biloxi Police Department is now accepting applications for participants for its Fifth Annual Citizens Police Academy taking place Aug. 21 to Oct. 28, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The program, […]

Weaver, wayfinding, and Juneteenth

Biloxi A to Z: This week’s video features a recap of the city affairs, downtown navigation, and an upcoming celebration of heritage. On Tuesday, the Biloxi City Council approved Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich’s appointment for the city’s new Chief Administrative Officer, Rick Weaver. CAO Weaver officially began overseeing the city’s day-to-day operations on Wednesday morning. […]

Katrina Memorial sculpture finds a new home

The Hurricane Katrina Memorial glass display has been relocated from the Biloxi Town Green to the Biloxi Visitors Center. With hurricane season around the corner, June 1 to November 30, the memorial serves as a reminder of the devastation of hurricanes and how important it is to prepare. The Katrina Memorial at the Biloxi Town […]

Planning Commission Agenda, Thursday, March 20, 2025.

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DRC Agenda, Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

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DRC Agenda, Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

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A to Z: March BNews, Carnival success, and more

Biloxi A to Z: This week’s video features the March BNews Monthly, a Mardi Gras recap from the Biloxi Police Department, the weekend forecast, a list of weekend events, and a singing Mockingbird.Facebook: See this week’s videoYouTube: See this week’s videoMarch BNews MonthlyMarch Community CalendarNeptune Parade photosGCCA Parade photos News & notes: Weekly reports, B-Alert, […]

Biloxi A to Z: Woolmarket, Popp’s Ferry, and more

Biloxi A to Z: This week’s video features the Woolmarket sidewalk project and an aerial view of the Popp’s Ferry Connector project. Also in this week’s video: a March of the Mayors donation reminder, MLK Parade registration, weekend events in Biloxi and weather forecast, and more. Facebook: See this week’s video YouTube: See this week’s […]

Biloxi A to Z: BNews, candidates, and more

This week’s video features the latest issue of BNews Monthly, the February “Biloxi Cooks!” episode and this month’s recipe. Also in this week’s video is information on the upcoming municipal elections, the March of the Mayor’s food drive, the weekend forecast, and a list of events taking place in Biloxi this weekend.Facebook: See this week’s […]

Biloxi A to Z: Looking back at the big snow day

This week’s Biloxi A to Z video takes a look back at the big snow day, how the city kept the public informed, and how this historic event received national media attention. Also in this week’s video: where to view a recording of this week’s City Council meeting, the weekend forecast and events, and a […]

A listing of holiday festivities

Biloxi officially kicks off the Christmas season with the Lighting of the Lighthouse on Thursday, Dec. 5 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The public is invited to join Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich and his wife, Serena, as they flip the switch and turn on the holiday lights. The ceremony will take place at the Lighthouse, […]

Biloxi A to Z: Hiller Park renovations, NC relief efforts

Biloxi A to Z: This week’s video features details on a new green space also at Hiller Park, the basketball courts at Hiller Park being temporarily closed for renovation, and the Biloxi Police and Fire departments traveling to North Carolina to donate supplies to the Little River community. Also, in this week’s video: the weekend […]

The lineup of Halloween events in Biloxi

Here is the list of Halloween events taking place in Biloxi throughout the month. Friday, Oct. 18 – Boo on the Rue, 5 -8 p.m., Rue Magnolia Arts District. Family and fur-friendly outdoor Halloween Party where costumes are encouraged. Event includes a costume contest, adult, kid, and pet prizes, entertainment, and a chili cook-off. Pets […]

Biloxi A to Z: BNews, road closures, Labor Day

Biloxi A to Z: Headlining this week’s video is the September BNews Monthly. BNews is arriving at Biloxi addresses this weekend and features updates on the A. J. Holloway Sports Complex, the recent Biloxi Sports Hall of Fame inductees, and information on an upcoming restoration plan for the Old Brick House on Bayview Drive. It […]

Biloxi A to Z: Staying in the know, City Council, and more

This week’s Biloxi A to Z video includes information on the August BTV lineup, including a new episode of “Biloxi Cooks!,” details on the temporary closing of Old Eisenhower Drive, and more. The video also includes a look back at Tuesday’s City Council meeting and how you can view meetings you may have missed, a […]

Community Festival Against Crime seeking vendors

The Biloxi Police Department is hosting its Annual Community Festival Against Crime on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Point Cadet Plaza and is inviting vendors to participate in the popular event. The festival attracts hundreds of visitors which creates a great opportunity for vendors to showcase their goods and services. […]

Biloxi A to Z: Ward 4, Ohr’s birthday, and more

Biloxi A to Z: This week’s video includes a look at the recent Ward 4 special election runoff and when the results will be certified. Molly Shea with the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art visits Studio B to talk about Ohr’s 167th Birthday Bash on July 13. There is also a look at the newest “Biloxi […]

Biloxi A to Z: Ward 4, fireworks, remembering Larry Sablich, and more

Biloxi A to Z: This weekend’s video features reminders for Ward Four residents voting in the special election and when fireworks can and cannot be shot in the city. There is also a look at the hours of operations for the city’s four splash pads, a look at the Biloxi Community Market Festivals, and when […]

A to Z; Fire Station 5, Sports Hall of Fame, and more

A to Z; Fire Station 5, Sports Hall of Fame, and more Biloxi A to Z: This week’s video update features information on the Biloxi Fire Station No. 5 getting much needed improvements in the future., and details on the popular Fire Academy for Kids five-day summer camp and how to register. Also, the Biloxi […]

Dispose of expired, unwanted prescription drugs on Saturday

It’s that time of year again when the Biloxi Police Department teams up with the Drug Enforcement Administration to offer the public a chance to safely dispose of unused, unwanted, or expired prescription drugs, which often become sources of abuse. The two agencies are offering another free drug take-back session at the Lopez-Quave Public Safety […]

Biloxi Sports Hall of Fame requesting nominees

As the days of spring approach, athletes will be hitting the fields to participate in their favorite sport or outdoor activity. This is a reminder to acknowledge a player, coach, or any individual in a supporting role of superior accomplishment who has positively impacted athletics by nominating them for the Biloxi Sports Hall of Fame. […]

Biloxi A to Z: Twelfth Night, weekend events

Biloxi A to Z: Today’s video features information on the January BNews Monthly, a Biloxi Fire Department graduation ceremony, city council meeting and Ward 7, as well as details on the rescheduled Twelfth Night Celebration and First Friday event, and weekend weather. The Twelfth Night festivities that were set for tonight, along with a special […]

Biloxi’s House is open for the holidays

Dozens of artists and craftsmen will be showing and selling their creations on Saturday for the Biloxi Visitors Center Holiday Open House. The 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. event, which is free and open to the public, offers Christmas shoppers a last-minute opportunity to find locally created arts and crafts. Vendors will be set up […]

Lighting up the holiday season

Biloxi officially kicks off the Christmas season with the Lighting of the Lighthouse on Thursday, Nov. 30 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The public is invited to join Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich and his wife, Serena, as they flip the switch and turn on the holiday lights. The ceremony will take place at the Lighthouse, […]

Working together to Feed the Needy

The Biloxi Police Department, along with Harrison County public safety agencies and donors, are working together to once again host “Feed the Needy,” a program to deliver Thanksgiving Day meals to the homes of the less fortunate. Meals – which will be delivered – must be requested by 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 22. Those […]

Biloxi landmark illuminates in gold

In recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the City of Biloxi is lighting the lighthouse in gold for the month of September. There will be a lighting ceremony on Thursday at 8 p.m. across from the Biloxi Visitors Center, 1050 Beach Blvd., at the base of the historic Biloxi lighthouse. Worldwide, 300,000 children are diagnosed […]

Biloxi A to Z: Scrapin, City, Council, and more

Biloxi A to Z: Today’s video features Captain Grandver Everett, events coordinator for the Biloxi Police Department. Capt. Everett discusses the Scrapin the Coast event this weekend, traffic, and pedestrian safety. Also in today’s report: the weekend weather forecast, weekend happenings, and a birds eye view of a Biloxi historic signature landmark.Facebook: See this week’s […]

Biloxi A to Z: Road work, celebrations, and more

Biloxi A to Z: Today’s video includes reminders about infrastructure road and lane closures, and a road reopening. Also in the report: recognition for Disability Awareness Month and World Down Syndrome Day, Southern Coastal Federal Credit Union’s 50th-anniversary celebration and new location ribbon cutting, Eagle Point Park ribbon cutting, weekend events and weather, and a […]

Biloxi A to Z: Closures, St. Patrick’s Day, and more

This week’s Biloxi A to Z report includes a look at the March BTV programing, this month’s episode of “A Few Moments With Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich. Also in this week’s report: road closures Grande View Drive at U.S. 90, Maison D’Orleans Drive; road work on Beverin Road and Shriners Blvd.; MGCCC neighborhood meeting regarding […]

Biloxi A to Z: Tullis, Thanksgiving cooking safety, and more

This week’s Biloxi A to Z report includes a look at the Tullis Gardens announcement made at the Biloxi City Council meeting on Tuesday, cooking safety tips from the Biloxi Fire Department, Black Friday holiday shopping safety reminders, holiday schedule changes, weekend weather and events, and a holiday waive from Santa Claus at the Edgewater […]

Sign up now for Christmas parades in Biloxi

Christmas is just around the corner, which, in Biloxi, means more reasons to parade. So now is the time to sign up to participate in some of the holiday precessions. Registration is open for children in kindergarten through fourth grade, to participate as a hay wagon rider in the annual Christmas on the Water Children’s […]