East Biloxi Community Collaborative

06/17/2026

05/28/2026

A Celebration of Life for Mrs. Karen Sock will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p. m. at the Biloxi Visitor’s Center 1050 Beach Blvd. in Biloxi.
A time of music, food, fellowship, and joyful remembrance as we celebrate her life and legacy.
Attire: Coast Casual Bright Colors
Note: No black attire
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made in Karen’s honor to the Susan G. Komen Foundation and Memorial Hospital Foundation.

05/03/2026

Students, Parents, Community...we want to hear from you! Please take a minute to complete a Needs Assessment survey: https://www.biloxischools.net/surveys

05/01/2026

Ward 2 Councilman Marshall standing up for the citizens!

04/05/2026

Harrison County currently has openings for a Senior Center Director at our Senior Resources Center in East Biloxi, a Senior Resources Program Aide in Woolmarket, a HVAC Tech in Facilities & Maintenance, and 2 Seasonal Workers in Mosquito Control. Job descriptions and employment application are available at https://harrisoncountyms.gov/departments/personnel/index.php.

03/09/2026

Back Bay Mission is now hiring a Housing Recovery and Administrative Assistant!

This position will provide front desk administration support, including greeting clients and visitors, answering phones, routing inquiries, and maintaining a welcoming and professional environment. The right person will not only assist the Housing Recovery Program Manager, but also the Chief Financial Officer with daily operations.

To learn more, read the comments below 🧡💙

03/09/2026

🏠 April is Fair Housing Month!

Join the Mississippi Center for Justice for our Virtual Lunch & Learn Series as we break down the fundamentals of fair housing and the protections available to you.
Each session will cover critical topics like:

• Housing discrimination
• Eviction records and fair housing
• Disability rights and reasonable accommodations
• Criminal records and housing access

📅 Thursdays in April
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM CT

Learn your rights. Ask questions. Empower your community.
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0PDJyNyZT6GSAjMeXjtW2Q #/registration

📲 Register today using the QR code.

03/09/2026

East Biloxi neighbors, your voice matters.
The City of Biloxi is hosting a Ward 1 & Ward 2 Combined Town Hall Meeting, and this is an important opportunity for residents to hear updates, ask questions, and speak directly with city leadership about issues impacting our community.
🗓 Monday, March 9, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Biloxi Civic Center
Town halls are where community voices help shape decisions about our neighborhoods, services, and future. If you live, work, or care about East Biloxi, we encourage you to attend and stay informed.
Let’s continue building a stronger community—together.

02/27/2026

Black History Lives Here: Honoring John Henry Beck

Today, EBCC proudly honors John Henry Beck, a pillar of East Biloxi whose leadership helped shape both the civic and cultural life of our community.

During the critical voter registration efforts of the 1960s, Mr. Beck was instrumental in helping African American residents claim their right to vote—strengthening the voice and political power of East Biloxi families. He understood that true progress required both civic engagement and strong community spaces.

Mr. Beck was also a successful businessman, owning and operating restaurants, nightclubs, and other ventures that created opportunity, brought people together, and contributed to the local economy. His commitment to community extended beyond business—he worked to expand recreational opportunities for residents, and today, John Henry Beck proudly bears his name as a lasting tribute to that vision.

A dedicated member of the Elks and the Masonic Lodge, his impact was so profound that Henry Beck Lodge #307 PHA lodge is now named in his honor, reflecting the respect he earned through service, leadership, and integrity.

His legacy reminds us that building community takes courage, investment, and a belief in the people around you.

We honor John Henry Beck for helping lay the foundation for a stronger East Biloxi.