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Hey Gulfport-Biloxi, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s edition: Historic clubhouse transformation, a new microschool, and GCCA boat parade + fun things to do for free & local fundraisers worth checking out this week.
Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Sewer work disrupts traffic: Part of 26th Street in Gulfport is closed today through Friday, August 7, between 14th Avenue and Pass Road for sewer tap work. Detours on 14th Avenue and Pass Road -- read the closure details.
Historic clubhouse transformation: Biloxi Yacht Club is restoring the Old Biloxi Library into a new clubhouse, exterior signage up, a nautical flag pole coming soon, state historic approval in place, construction bidding underway -- see the clubhouse makeover.
A new learning option: Opened Monday in Biloxi, The Blossom Program microschool welcomed grades 1 through 8, emphasizing individualized instruction, hands-on learning, and flexible education for students who struggle in traditional settings -- meet the new microschool.
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade*. Highlights this week: |
02 — From our sponsor Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC billIf your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Cozy caffeine, zero fuss: Velvet Bean Coffee and Bakery is the low-key spot for expertly brewed coffee, specialty sips, and freshly baked pastries when you need a quick refuel between errands. Swing by for a morning espresso, an afternoon treat, or a relaxed catch up... the vibe is welcoming and wonderfully unpretentious.
Skin looking a little salty?: Whether you're tackling stubborn acne, suspicious spots, or just chasing smoother, brighter skin before the humidity does its thing, The Dermatology Clinic pairs board-certified dermatology care with lasers, fillers, and aesthetic treatments that actually move the needle. Local team, real results, and yes... they treat hair, skin, and nails.
Beat the heat locally: Slides that actually earn the scream, a lazy river for doing absolutely nothing, and pizza plus snack bars when hunger shows up uninvited. Gulf Islands Waterpark is the easy win for a midweek cooldown on the Coast, especially if you snag a cabana and turn it into your personal shade zone.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
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05 — The event calendar Free events worth checking outFree things to do in the coming days and weeks. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🤝 Chamber 101: Welcome Social @ Knight Nonprofit Center | Friday (8/7) at 11:30 AM – Chamber 101 keeps it simple, and free, with a mixer where you learn something. Pick up tricks for squeezing more value from your membership, wrangle the member website, meet the Chamber Champions, and swap brochures and business cards like seasoned pros, not speed daters.
🧹 Marina Cleanup @ Keesler Marina Dock | Saturday (8/8) at 8:00 AM – Nothing beats a little shoreline karma at the marina, a volunteer cleanup with a simple to-do list: empty bins, grab trash and debris, and yank a few weeds. They supply the bags and gloves, you supply the sturdy shoes, dry wit, and smug post-cleanup coffee.
🧹 Beach Clean Up @ Biloxi Lighthouse Pier Beach | Saturday (8/8) at 9:00 AM – Show up with coffee and a conscience at the Biloxi Lighthouse lot for a one-hour beach cleanup, every Saturday, 9 to 10 a.m. It is neighborly, breezy, and oddly zen. Less litter for the gulls, more pride for the locals.
📚 Mississippi Gulf Coast Book Festival 2026 @ Jones Park | Saturday (8/8) at 10:00 AM – A free, family-friendly book fest is popping up at Jones Park with local authors, vendors, live tunes, and youth activities, plus food and drinks. Think storytelling with a sea breeze, not homework. It honors AJ Rapp, and it is actually worth leaving the AC.
📚 Mississippi Gulf Coast Book Festival @ Barksdale Pavillon | Saturday (8/8) – Trade the doomscroll for dog-eared pages at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Book Festival, a free, family-friendly hangout with local authors, lively talks, and kid-ready activities. Equal parts brain food and neighborly catch-up, expect stories, signings, and that sweet library-card energy, plus zero admission guilt.
🚤 GCCA Boat Parade @ Popps Ferry Causeway Park | Sunday (8/9) at 12:00 PM – Think you’ve done Mardi Gras every way? Try it afloat as a flotilla gathers by Popps Ferry Bridge and Causeway, turning Bayou Bernard into purple, green, and gold. Fly that GCCA flag, keep beads out of the prop, and let the good times roll. ✨ Upcoming local fundraisers🎶 Boogie Night 2026 @ Lynn Meadows Discovery Center | Friday (8/7) at 7:00 PM – Ready to time-travel without leaving Gulfport? Lynn Meadows throws its annual decades bash with throwback jams, a silent auction, bites and drinks included, and a costume contest rewarding bell-bottoms, big hair, or questionable Y2K denim, all benefiting the museum and WINGS. Tickets are $100, 21+.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — From our sponsor Heads up for pet parentsTogether with our sponsor Lemonade. 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 Pet Insurance. It was too late for me, but you could save thousands on your next vet bill with *Lemonade. |
07 — Gulfport-Biloxi report Weather forecastToday — High: 94°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 14%
Sunny. High near 94, with temperatures falling to around 92 in the afternoon. Northwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 77. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 94°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 13%
Sunny, with a high near 94. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 77. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. This house is wildJust one block from the beach, this fully furnished coastal gem blends laid-back charm with proven VRBO appeal. The open-concept layout offers bright living and dining spaces, a roomy kitchen with a big island, and plenty of room for guests. A covered porch, new AC, new washer and dryer, and fresh concrete pad add easygoing convenience.
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