Mississippi State again is being recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for excellent integration of community engagement with university teaching and learning strategies. The Carnegie Foundation announced Jan. 31 that MSU is receiving the 2020 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, an endorsement which is valid until 2026.

Aaron Cleveland, instructor in the Instrumentation and Control Technology program at the Jackson County Campus of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, has been selected as the 2020 Educator of the Year by ETA International, an internationally recognized certification association founded in 1978 by electronics professionals.

Most folks celebrate Mardi Gras with a parade, good friends and food. If you are wondering what you should prepare for your Mardi Gras party, there is no need to look any further afield that the traditional Creole recipes that have been served for generations. These recipes are tried and true, and simple to make.

On Saturday, March 7, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport will host the second annual “Beach Day at the Wheel Way” at the Long Beach Harbor. This free event brings the community together to support children with disabilities and their families. Attendees will enjoy activities the whole family can enjoy, live entertainment and light refreshments, all provided by support from local businesses.