Dozens gathered Friday morning on Ship Island to celebrate Jack Madison’s 100th birthday, with Biloxi Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich proclaiming July 11, 2025, as “Jack Madison Day.” Madison gave his ...

SHIP ISLAND, Miss. (WLOX) – When making summer plans, it’s easy to overlook the attractions right in your own backyard. For visitors taking the ferry out to Ship Island, it’s an experience unlike any ...

GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - Due to the government shutdown, Ship Island is experiencing changes, as it is part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore, a designated national park. All park facilities, ...

GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - For almost a century, the Skrmetta family has given visitors the chance to experience Ship Island. One of those visitors, nearly six decades ago, captured the trip in words, ...

Biloxi declared July 11, 2025, as 'Jack Madison Day' to honor his centennial. Madison volunteered over 30 years at Ship Island, guiding tours at Fort Massachusetts. The WWII and Korean War veteran ...