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Gulfport, Mississippi Patch AM: a 4 min readHello again Gulfport! Weāre bringing you the latest town highlights. Donāt miss out, keep going! āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- How did 30-plus marching bands light up Gulfportās Milner Stadium?
- How Gulfport teens can claim one of 50 leadership spots
- See whatās planned for Decemberās Gulf Coast Marathon in Gulfport
Also on today's calendar: Jared Daws & The Dusk Singers at Pink Dress Run and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: Why can't dogs make MRI's? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Sunshine and warm, with a high of 87 and low of 53 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Saturday: Mostly sunny and breezy, temps: high: 73, low: 51.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 74 and low of 54 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. 58th MHSAA Region 5 marching evaluation draws more than 30 high school bands to Gulfport (tippahnews.com) ā Gulfportās Milner Stadium was packed as more than 30 high school marching bands converged Thursday for the MHSAA Region 5 State Marching Evaluation. Students showcased months of musical work and teamwork, with directors stressing how band builds discipline, character, and pride for young people across South Mississippi. 
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2. Pathways to Leadership (olemiss.edu) ā High schoolers in Gulfport can apply now for the Pathways to Leadership Conference, a two-night program on the Mississippi Gulf Coast that builds real-world leadership and college-readiness skills. Nominated 10th and 11th graders must be submitted by schools by October 31, with student registration due by January 29, 2027, and space capped at 50 participants. Ā Ā Ā
3. Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon unveils 2026 finisher medals (tippahnews.com) ā Gulfport residents can look forward to the Keesler Federal Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon, set for December 12ā13 with packet pickup by the Mississippi Aquarium. Organizers expect more than 6,000 runners from all 50 states, with events ranging from a kidsā run to a full marathon and registration still open online for locals who want to participate or cheer along Highway 90. Ā Ā Ā
4. Artists in South Mississippi paint mural on 18-wheeler (wlox.com) ā An 18-wheeler parked in Gulfport has become a rolling canvas for three South Mississippi-connected artists, whose colorful mural will soon travel highways nationwide. With contributors from Moss Point, Biloxi, and Colorado, the project blends graffiti-inspired nostalgia and tattoo-style characters, showcasing the Coastās creativity far beyond local streets. Ā Ā Ā
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Upcoming Events in
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Pink Dress Run ā
Location Festivities take place at Chandeleur Island Brewery and on the streets of Downtown Gulfport, MS 2711 14th Street Gulfport MS 39501, 2711 14th Street, Gulfport
Saturday October 17
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Other local events
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Fin & Zen Yoga
Mississippi Aquarium, 2100 E Beach Blvd, Gulfport
8:30 am -
Jared Daws & The Dusk Singers at Pink Dress Run ā
Pink Dress Run, Gulfport
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Jared Daws & The Dusk Singers at the Pink Dress Run / Pink Dress Run ā
Pink Dress Run, Gulfport
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DTB FDO Pt 2 ā
4619 Old Pass Road, Gulfport
9:00 pm -
WOW Care Closet
Knight Nonprofit Center | A175, 11975 Seaway Rd, Gulfport
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Simply Spooky - Sugar Cookie Decorating Class ā
Orange Grove Community Center, 14416 Dedeaux Road, Gulfport
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Kroc Fencing Academy
Kroc MS Gulf Coast, 575 Division St., Biloxi -
OktoBEEfest Gulfport, MS ā
Chandeleur Island Brewing Company, 2711 14th St, Gulfport
6:00 pm
Saturday October 17
Tuesday October 20
Thursday October 22
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LBMS Fall Ball Dance @ Long Beach Activity & Senior Center 6pm-8pm
Long Beach Senior Center, 20257 Daugherty Rd, Long Beach
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Hand Sculpture ā
City of Biloxi Center for Ceramics, 386 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
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Football (Home) Vs St. Martin
D'Iberville High Gulfport, MS 39503
7:00 pm
Friday October 16
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- Oliver is looking for a Forever Home.
If interested, fill out an application on www.justcauseforpits.org and text Jeanne at 228 365-8031. Meet Olivier Lee - heās 4 months old!. He alsoā¦ (Nextdoor Robinson) - Blula is looking for a Forever Home or a Foster Parent.
If interested, fill out an application on www.justcauseforpits.org and text Jeanne at 228 365-8031. (Nextdoor Robinson)
- Pizza Hut - Flynn Group posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Gulfport. Apply here.
- InTown Suites posted a job opening for Housekeeping in Gulfport. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gulfport here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why can't dogs make MRI's?" ā Because catscan! (Thank you Bob F. for sending it in!)
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