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“If I made a difference in one child’s life then all the 45 years of work was worth it.”

The Salvation Army is responding to meet the needs of our community in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic by providing food, social services, and emotional and spiritual comfort for those in need.

Many people are turning to the kitchen as a way of dealing with being inside for so long. If you haven’t noticed, social media is flooded with images of the creative things people are doing.

Grab your best friend’s best costume and prepare to show off. The Fido Fashion Show is coming to Pascagoula on March 21.

It’s a Mardi Gras tradition in Biloxi with a twist. ⚜️

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.

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.

Communications professional and social media guru Samantha McCain has some tips and tricks for users looking to get the best use out of their socials in 2020.

Well, we had quite a day at the Pascagoula Kiwanis Club on January 21. The long-time local civic club held a Past Presidents Day to honor those who had served in that capacity over the years, and it was a wonderful moment for those guys and gals, as well as for the club itself.

Jenny Bristow of St. Martin has been named Teacher of the Year for both St. Martin High School (SMHS) and the Jackson County School District (JCSD).

Elizabeth Dock of Gautier has been named as the Administrator of the Year for the Pascagoula-Gautier School District (PGSD).

Going all the way back to when I was a kid, I truly remember T-giving as a joyous family gathering.

‘Tis the season to be merry and what better place to get in the holiday spirit than the Merry Marketplace in Laurel, Saturday November 23, 2019?

With a chill in the air, it’s easy to tell that the holidays are upon us. To help usher the holly, jolly season in, the Pine Belt Holiday Expo and Christmas Market will be held Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the historic train depot in downtown Hattiesburg.

The holiday season is upon us and far too many home cooks panic just at the thought. But, if you take the time to organize your holiday get together, like a professional chef would, it will be easy-peasy.

Nutrition storefronts are popping up all over the Coast, offering energy boosting loaded teas, meal replacement shakes and specialty drinks to customers in search of