The Mississippi Gulf Coast has more activity!

The World's Largest Fishing Rodeo opened today in Biloxi, MS. Says the Sun Herald, "The event features saltwater categories ranging from amberjack to stingray with six additional categories in the freshwater division. 

Toss in four shootouts and a kids fishing rodeo, and there's something for all.

Fisherman may preregister for free at www.mississippideepseafishingrodeo.com There will be an entry for the cobia,redfish, speckled trout and bass shootouts."

Also happening is a new opening in Gulfport. A Uniques Alternative called, "Vintage Station" is a wine bar on Courthouse Road in Gulfport, MS.

Reports the Sun Herald:

This is a place where people can sit and enjoy their wine and conversation. This is a place to Wind down, not wind up, say Don Halle one of the co-owners.

Jazz or standards plays in the background of the softly lit club, and the space is subtly divided into seating areas designed for conversation, like a living room or a lobby. A traditional bar area is also part of the decor, and one section can be closed off for gatherings or meetings...

"We also have a full-service bar, but our focus is on wine," Joyner(the other co-owner) said. "We have the higher end scotches and a few designer beers, but we're trying to be unique."

The wine list is 4 pages long.

In other events on the coast The Gulfport/Biloxi airport is expanding service. While other airlines are cutting back service in some areas, a fourth daily flight between Dallas/Ft.Worth and the Gulfport/Biloxi International Airport is being added.

Also added within the last 4 months, added flights to St. Petersburg, Fl, and Tampa and Atlanta,GA and  Jacksonville,Fl.

Look for more news and info about the economy and events on the Coast right here.  And if you are thinking of relocating to the Mississippi Gulf Coast in any of its cities such as Gulfport, Bilxoi, Long Beach, Ocean Springs, D'Iberville, Pass Christian, Bay St. Louis please call or email Gerard Maher with Gulf Coast Realty. Specializing in residential real estate for the Mississippi Gulf Coast