New Turf and Bleachers Take Shape Across County Campuses
Bay St. Louis, MS · October 10, 2026
Cooler Gulf breezes are sweeping through the live oaks this morning, clearing out yesterday's damp gray skies just in time for coffee on the porch.
The Lead
Crews across the Hancock County School District have transitioned from early site preparations into active construction on the initial phase of campus modernizations funded by the voter-approved bond issue. Heavy machinery is currently prepping baseball and softball complexes for all-weather synthetic turf, replacing aging stadium bleachers, and grading space for a dedicated obstacle course for the high school JROTC program. District leaders structured this opening slate of improvements to upgrade student athletic safety and expand extracurricular capacity across multiple campuses without disrupting fall classroom instruction. While the overarching master plan outlines additional work running through 2029, these immediate field and athletic facility upgrades will be ready for student use when spring sports and semester competitions launch after the winter holidays.
Local Pulse
Coastal Storm Warnings Expire Across Shoreline Weather Emergency managers lifted all local storm watches early Saturday as the departing Gulf system drifted safely into northern Florida.
Hollywood Casino Cancels Saturday Night Concerts Community Organizers called off the weekend outdoor stage shows after earlier storm threats, while daytime car displays continue on normal schedules.
Today's Outlook
A few passing morning sprinkles will quickly give way to decreasing clouds and a brisk north breeze, with afternoon highs near 77°F. Expect a pleasantly cool, clear evening as temperatures dip to an overnight low around 65°F.
What's On Around Town
Today
Hancock County Farmers Market Hancock County Fairgrounds (3068 Longfellow Rd), 8:00 AM–Noon · Free Pick up seasonal produce, raw honey, and handcrafted coastal goods.
The Writing Room 100 Men Hall (303 Union St), 10:00 AM–1:00 PM · Free Explore creative prompts and share original work inside a historic hall.
Second Saturday Artwalk Old Town, 10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Free Wander open gallery doors, browse merchant specials, and hear street musicians.
The Car Comedy Bay St. Louis Little Theatre (398 Blaize Ave), 8:00 PM · $10 Catch an original evening of skits celebrating the region's car culture.
Tomorrow
Cruisin' the Coast Finale Ceremonies Cruise Central at Jones Park, Gulfport, 9:00–10:30 AM · Free
Long Beach Art & Artisans Market 101-199 E 3rd St, Long Beach, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM · Free
The Car Comedy Bay St. Louis Little Theatre (398 Blaize Ave), 2:00–4:00 PM · $10
Monday
- Journey: Final Frontier Tour Mississippi Coast Coliseum (2350 Beach Blvd), Biloxi, 7:30 PM · Paid
Spotlight & Story
- Janice McCardell After Hurricane Katrina devastated Old Town in 2005, clay artist Janice McCardell helped organize displaced creators to open Gallery 220 on Main Street. Two decades later, she still sculpts native botanical motifs in her back studio while offering 15 fellow artists a shared community showroom.
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