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Hello Gulfport-Biloxi! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Eight hotels planned, Bald Eagle eaglet tagging, and Mississippi State vs. Tulane game + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Major development plans advance: Eight hotels are in the pipeline for Biloxi, with projects planned at Fill-up with Billups and the former Church of the Redeemer to support venues and a busier event calendar — get all the details.
New chapter in avian research: Mississippi State and Mississippi Power teamed up to tag two Bald Eagle eaglets in a private Biloxi nest. The effort will help scientists study and protect the species — see how they track eagles.
Innovative approach boosts access: Since December, Singing River Gulfport has given away nearly 3,000 free naloxone doses from an anonymous vending machine outside the hospital, with no ID or contact info required — learn why anonymity drives success.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Tapas night, solved: Whether you’re craving shareable small plates, a crisp martini, or live patio tunes, Mosaic Tapas Restaurant turns weeknights into a mini vacation. Friends share a spread, linger longer, and savor Ocean Springs vibes with good music and even better bites.
Water + wheels fix: Weekends swing between paddles and pedals? At Everything Kayak & Bicycles, find kayaks, bikes, and fishing tackle, plus skilled repairs and rack or cargo setups. Consider this your nudge to tune up… then get outside this week.
Movie night, leveled up: Biloxi Premiere LUX Cinema makes weeknights easy with online tickets, D-BOX motion seats for a little thrill, and a rotating slate of new releases plus special one-offs like the Bookish Love Stories series… perfect for a low-stress, high-fun movie break.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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🛍 Magnolia Children’s Resale Spring/Summer Market @ The Parlour on Lorraine | Thursday (3/5) at 3:00 PM – Got closets overflowing with outgrown seersucker and smocked sets? Hit this inaugural spring and summer kids resale market to consign or shop quality clothes, shoes, toys, and baby gear, with self tagging or concierge consignment. Spots are limited, apply at MagnoliaChildrensConsignment.com.
🚶 Gulf Coast Walk for Diabetes @ Jones Park Dr, Gulfport, MS 39501, United States | Saturday (3/7) at 8:30 AM – Take a stroll at Jones Park for the Gulf Coast Walk for Diabetes, a community fundraiser where every dollar stays in Mississippi. Bring the kids, an appetite, and that neighbor who power-walks before coffee, then meet folks supporting Camp Kandu, education, and emergency assistance.
👑 Krewe of Nereids Royalty Meet & Greet @ Lynn Meadows Discovery Center | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Polish your parade wave and pop into Lynn Meadows Discovery Center to meet the 2026 Krewe of Nereids Royal Court, then snag a photo like you know people. It is all included with museum admission, so save your bead budget for parade season.
📖 Story Time and Author Meet & Greet @ The Parlour on Lorraine | Saturday (3/7) at 10:30 AM – Bring the kiddos for a sweet story as Gulf Coast author Lauren Holder reads The Little Farmer on Madison Farms, then wander the curated consignment racks like the savvy locals we are. Snag a signed copy, $15 paperback or $25 hardback, cash, check, or Venmo.
🐰 Easter Bunny Arrival @ Edgewater Mall | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Edgewater Mall is rolling out the pastels as the Easter Bunny sets up shop for the season, with free visits and purchasable Bunny and Me photos. Bring the grandkids, collect the annual mildly chaotic pic, then reward yourself with a pretzel, patience, and local efficiency.
🐟 Family Whimsical Fish Wall Hanging @ Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art | Tuesday (3/10) at 6:00 PM – Think your walls need a little Gulf Coast charm? Head to the Ohr O’Keefe campus for a pottery workshop where you’ll slab-build a whimsical fish, tools and clay included, beginner friendly, bring a teen or grandkid, then pick up your fired masterpiece in two weeks.
🏆 Hancock Whitney Classic: Mississippi State vs. Tulane @ Keesler Federal Park | Tuesday (3/10) at 6:05 PM – If you’ve been waiting to swap Netflix for real pine tar, Mississippi State and Tulane are squaring off in Biloxi at Keesler Federal Park. Grab tickets early before day-of prices bite, bring your ballpark appetite, and spring for a suite if you’re feeling fancy.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Gulfport-Biloxi report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 76°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 2%
Mostly sunny. High near 76, with temperatures falling to around 70 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Areas of fog after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 75°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 23%
Areas of fog before 8am, then a slight chance of rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 75. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Patchy fog after 9pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
This 5-bed, 3.5-bath riverfront stunner crowns the private cul-de-sac in North Biloxi’s Sunkist with uninterrupted Tchoutacabouffa River views. Expansive gathering spaces and soaring ceilings create easy indoor-outdoor flow to an infinity-edge pool overlooking the water. A generous deck reaches a private boathouse with lift, dialing up boating and sunset cruises. Set on 0.42 acres in the Biloxi School District.
Take a peek inside →
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