5 Things to Know in Gulfport: Lost Dog, Free Coffee, Operation Medicine Cabinet

Lost Dog: Pamela Prell posted information about her missing Minature Doberman Pincher, who's been gone for about a week in our "Lost and Found" section of our "Announcements" tab on the homepage. For more information about the dog and how to contact Prell, check out the post on this link. We enoucourage anyone who has lost a pet to post your information on Gulfport Patch. Thanks Prell and good luck with your search, we hope your furry friend finds his way home.

Free Coffee: Fill 'er up! Your coffee cup that is! Today is National Coffee Day and you can get a free cup of coffee at Pia's and Peg's in Gulfport. I've heard that Stella's routinely offers up a free refill on a daily basis. 

Operation Medicine Cabinet: Drop off unused medications with Gulfport's finest today between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Walgreens in Gulfport. Local law enforcement will be at Walgreens at 5701 Gulfport Blvd. S. from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. to collect medications. No biohazard items or needles will be accepted. For more information check out this story, "Gulfport Police to Collect Unused Medications."

Gulfport Pirates Homes Game: Come out and support the Gulfport Pirates little league today at Boca Ciega High School. It's Parents Day! Game kick off is at 9 a.m. Organizers are also looking for local business sponsorships. Check out their Facebook page for more information.

Weekend Forecast: Today we have a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms with a high near 89. Tonight, only a 10 percent chance of thunderstorms with a low around 76.