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Hotel Whiskey nears completion in downtown Long Beach

By Toni Miles      Construction continues to move forward on the highly anticipated Hotel Whiskey in downtown Long Beach, a boutique hotel expected to become yet another part of the City’s ongoing downtown revitalization. Located at the corner of Jeff Davis Avenue and Fourth Street, the three-story hotel is designed to offer visitors an…

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PCPSD and Pirate Excellence Foundation recognized with statewide award

The Pass Post   The Pass Christian Public School District (PCPSD), in partnership with the Pirate Excellence Foundation, was recently awarded the 2026 Governor’s Award of Distinction for District and Community-wide partnerships. The Mississippi Association of Partners in Education recognized Mississippi’s top school-community partnerships during the 24th annual Governor’s Awards Celebration, honoring school-community partnership programs…

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Movie Reviews: “Evil Dead Burn” and “The Invite”

By Bob Garver             Quite understandably, major studios didn’t want to schedule any new releases for the weekend between “The Odyssey” and “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.” I had to go down past fifth place at the domestic box office to find some also-rans that I hadn’t reviewed yet. “Evil Dead Burn”             “Evil Dead” is…

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Special story time planned for August 1 at library

By Guest Columnist Renee Rayburn, LBPL Youth and Technology Services       Hello, Long Beach! The Kiwanis Club of Long Beach will be holding a story time at Long Beach Public Library on Saturday, August 1, at 10 a.m. in the children’s wing.  It is themed around Drew Daywalt’s story The Day the Crayons…

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CoffeeTime: “THE VIEW FROM UP TOP”

Send responses to: andybowman839@gmail.com     Little Judy was full to the brim with questions for her daddy. She was watching the city’s annual July 4th parade for the very first time, and the marching bands, the prancing horses, the enormous floats and the gaily decorated convertibles carrying the town dignitaries were absolutely fascinating. She…

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Madigan named 2026 Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo Queen

By Toni Miles   Savannah Madigan served and represented the City of Long Beach well after earning the coveted title of the 2026 Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo Queen.   Madigan, a Long Beach resident, garnered the honor after being selected as Long Beach’s Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo Princess.   Each year, the Gulfport-based…

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Protecting Your Property From Seasonal Water Damage

Canada’s changing seasons bring their own kind of beauty, but they also bring a constant threat to your property: water damage. From spring thaws and heavy summer rains to autumn downpours and winter ice dams, water is always looking for a way into your home. Keeping your property safe from this relentless force means staying…

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Security Planning Tips for Growing Gulf Coast Businesses

Long Beach is booming, and local business owners feel it every day. New shops line the harbor, restaurants fill up on weekends, and foot traffic keeps climbing along Jeff Davis Avenue. With growth comes a new set of risks, which is why security planning tips for growing Gulf Coast businesses matter more than ever this…

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Are the Alternatives to Smoking Really Helping Us Quit?

Stepping away from traditional cigarettes is a massive hurdle. It’s tough, it takes serious willpower, and it often feels like a long, winding road with plenty of bumps along the way. In recent years, a whole new ecosystem of modern options has emerged, promising a smoother transition. But as more people embrace these substitutes, a…

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