5 Things to Know in Gulfport: Domestic Registry to be Signed into Law

Registry Passed: The Gulfport City Council voted unanimously to pass the domestic partnership registry Tuesday night. Today, Gulfport Mayor Mike Yakes will sign the registry into law at 9 a.m. at Gulfport City Hall. Everyone is invited to attend.

Spirit of Gulfport Nomination: Gulfport Mayor Mike Yakes nominated resident Irving Zeidar for the Spirit of Gulfport Award during Tuesday night's meeting. Yakes says the 96-year-old WWI veteran is an "inspiration" to him and he says Zeidar deserves the award.

Volunteers Needed: The Gulfport Historical Society needs your help. Do you like to work with antiques, old photography equipment, old kitchwares and more? You can volunteer as a curatorial assistant for the museum. Organizers are also asking for a program chairperson and help with their website. If you have any ideas for fundraiser, you're also asked to reach out to the society. Email admin@gulfporthistoricalsociety.org or call (727) 327-0505 Monday - Friday between 2 and 4 p.m. and on Saturdays between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Preservation Meeting: The Gulfport Historic Preservation Meeting is tonight at 5:30 p.m. at the Gulfport Historical Museum at 5:30 p.m. For more information, check out (727) 893-1012.

Wednesday Forecast: We have a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m. Otherwise, it'll be partly sunny with a high near 85. Tonight, a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8 p.m. Otherwise, it'l be mostly cloudy with a low around 74.