During a recent government meeting, Mayor Billy Hughes and representatives from the St. Baldrick's Foundation highlighted the success of the third annual \"Rock the Bald\" event held at Jones Park on September 21st. Rebecca Morrow, a spokesperson for the foundation, announced that the event raised approximately $53,000 for childhood cancer research, marking it as the most successful fundraising effort to date.

Over the past three years, the city of Gulfport has contributed to raising over $100,000 for this vital cause. Morrow expressed gratitude to the city officials, particularly acknowledging Mayor Hughes and Ron, whose son is a childhood cancer survivor, for their support and use of the park for the event.

Additionally, Morrow recognized Arly Flowers for his contributions to the event, specifically for creating engaging chalk art that added a festive atmosphere for both children and adults attending the event. The meeting underscored the community's commitment to supporting childhood cancer research and the collaborative efforts that have made these fundraising events successful.