Things that they may have never heard, things that you may have never heard and it’s simply… “There is purpose for your life.” You were made on purpose for a purpose.

This year’s theme is “Know Your 19,” featuring each of the 19 agencies and programs in Jackson and George Counties that benefit from funds raised through the annual campaign.

The Walter Anderson Museum of Art is excited to bring Walter Anderson Week to the Ocean Springs area with a variety of events themed to the local legend and his interests. Events kick off Sept. 22.

A dedicated group of local volunteers is addressing homelessness in the city through collaboration and by simply reaching out to the homeless with an offer for help.

OK, yes it sounds like the name of a monster in a “B Movie”, and that may well be how the “blob” was inspired, but Bryozoans are so much more interesting.

Each year, motivated students take Advanced Placement tests after a year of rigorous studies, hoping to earn a score high enough to earn college credit before even starting freshman year.

Bacot McCarty Foundation supporters next week will flock to the IP Casino, Resort and Spa for the third-annual Renaissance the Runway, a fashion show featuring local boutiques and “model citizens” from the Gulf Coast.

Walter Anderson Museum of Art will again be participating in the Smithsonian Magazine’s thirteenth annual Museum Day, opening its doors free of charge for guests on Saturday, Sept. 22.

The 10th Annual John R. Blossman YMCA Humanitarian Award and Charity Banquet is set for Nov. 1. Tickets and sponsorships are now available.

A lot of thought and planning went into the formation of the Kiwanis Club in Hurley.

The Battle on Buffett Beach heads into its third year of welcoming athletes of all ages and experience levels to the Pascagoula beach for an obstacle course competition.

In 53 years of serving the community, Home of Grace has offered hope to more than 40,000 people struggling with drug addiction, but the work is far from over for this “lighthouse in the darkness.”

Much has been made of the recent move toward legalized sports betting in Mississippi. With football season upon us, that interest continues to grow.

Our Lady of Victories/Resurrection Catholic School inducted its second class of athletes into its School Athletic Hall of Fame on August 11 at the Delmas Activity Center in Pascagoula.

As with many plants in our landscape, we tend to notice those with bright colors or bold shapes, that catch our eyes and inspire us to take the time to enjoy.

An alligator playing the accordion and a mullet relaxing in a hammock won it all for Gautier artist Althea Trahan.