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Gulfport, Mississippi Patch AM: a 5 min readGood morning to you Gulfport! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
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In today's newsletter:
- How do Gulfport detectives really solve cases after the cameras leave?
- What a new $11.25 million grant means for Gulfport’s port
- Which Gulfport restaurants just failed their latest health inspections?
Also on today's calendar: Gulfport Savvy Sliders Celebrates Nurses During National Nurses Week! and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What's black, white, and blue? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 80 and low of 66 degrees.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 86, low: 64. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 85 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Behind the Badge: A look inside Gulfport PD's Criminal Investigative Division (wxxv25.com) — Gulfport residents get a rare inside look at how the city’s Police Department Criminal Investigative Division actually works long after TV cameras leave a crime scene. Detectives describe juggling everything from sexual assault to fraud cases, emphasizing patience, empathy, and methodical investigation over quick, dramatic resolutions. Their focus, they say, is guiding victims through some of their worst days. 
2. Port of Gulfport Awarded $11.25 Million Grant (thegazebogazette.com) — The Port of Gulfport has secured an $11.25 million federal grant, unlocking a $24.5 million infrastructure project to boost rail, cargo handling, and storm resilience. Local leaders say the upgrades will strengthen Gulfport’s role in national defense, expand container and refrigerated cargo capacity, and support long-term jobs and economic growth for the Coast.
3. Six South MS restaurants fail inspections, including some national brands (sunherald.com) — Two Gulfport eateries, a Tortilleria Morelos food truck on Pass Road and Clark’s Subway on Lorraine Road, recently received failing “C” grades on state health inspections, mainly for management and temperature issues. Both were among six South Mississippi restaurants flagged between May 1–7, as inspectors focus on enforcing posted grades and correcting critical food safety violations.
4. 9 Gorgeous Road Views In Mississippi That Will Have You Pulling Over Nonstop (takingthekids.com) — If you’re up for a coastal drive, the Gulfport Scenic Byway offers uninterrupted Gulf views, historic homes, and easy pull-offs to enjoy the beach. This statewide roundup highlights nine of Mississippi’s most beautiful road routes, from the Natchez Trace to Tishomingo State Park, giving you plenty of ideas for day trips and scenic stops within a few hours’ drive of Gulfport.
📸 Around Gulfport
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Upcoming Events in
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Gulfport Savvy Sliders Celebrates Nurses During National Nurses Week! →
Savvy Sliders, 12045 US 49, Gulfport
10:00 am -
Homeschool Days
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Mississippi Aquarium 2100 E Beach Blvd, Gulfport, MS 39501
8:45 am -
Orange Grove - Computer Class (Q & A)
Harrison County Library System Orange Grove Library, Gulfport, MS, 12135 Old Hwy 49, Gulfport
9:15 am -
Pass Christian - Preschool Storytime Dinosaurs
Harrison County Library System Pass Christian Public Library, 111 Hiern Ave, Pass Christian, M
10:00 am -
Margaret Sherry - Pre-K Storytime: Facing Your Fears
Harrison County Library System Margaret S Sherry Memorial Library, 2141 Popp's Ferry Rd, Biloxi
10:00 am -
WOW Monthly Education & Empowerment Luncheon
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. The Knight Non Profit Center | Regions Room
11:30 am -
Ribbon Cutting - Calibrate25
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. 729 East Pass Road Suite J Gulfport, MS
11:00 am -
A Taste of Success - Business Networking Lunch →
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Mangiamo Italian Restaurant
11:30 am -
Saucier - Homeschool Elementary Story Time-Picture This
Harrison County Library System 12135 Old Hwy 49, Gulfport, MS 39503
12:30 pm
Tuesday May 12
Wednesday May 13
Thursday May 14
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce's 2026 Post Legislative Briefing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Golden Nugget - Biloxi
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Gulfport - Computer Class (iPads, Tablets & Smartphones)
Harrison County Library System Gulfport Public Library, 1708 25th Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501, US
9:15 am -
Woolmarket - Baby Storytime: Dreamers
Harrison County Library System 12135 Old Hwy 49, Gulfport, MS 39503
10:00 am -
BFA Senior Show in Studio Art
The University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Park- EXHIBITS George Hurst Building - Gallery of Art and Design
10:00 am
Tuesday May 12
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hi have a commercial lifetime playground that was taken down at my home , I’m giving it away but you have to come and load it yourself .
I do have a video of it being taken down . I live in Long Beach so inbox if you’re interested. (Nextdoor NCBC Gulfport) - HAPPY MOTHERS DAY
This is a special day to recognize all the moms, grandmother's and even the greats. You don't get told enough but you're truly appreciated or should… (Nextdoor 40th St)
- Lowe's posted a job opening for Merchandising Part Time Days in Gulfport. Apply here.
- Whataburger posted a job opening for Restaurant Team Member, Weekend Shift - Unit 849 in Gulfport. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gulfport here.
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