10 Outdoor Wedding Ideas for Nature Lovers
Planning a wedding is an exciting journey, and for couples who love the great outdoors, there’s no better way to celebrate than being surrounded by nature. An outdoor wedding offers a beautiful, organic backdrop that can make your special day feel even more magical. Plus, with so many stunning locations available, especially along the Mississippi…
Read MoreSecurity Measures and Other Details Outlined Ahead of Thursday’s Grand Opening of the Mississippi State Fair
State Fair officials have announced security measures, preparations and new details ahead of the Great American Mississippi State Fair taking place October 2-13, 2025. Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson was joined by law enforcement officials partnering to provide security on the Mississippi Fairgrounds during the State Fair, as well as other officials and…
Read MoreCheesy Facts About the Dairy Industry for Consumers
From the splash of milk in your morning coffee to the gooey cheese on your Friday night pizza, dairy is a big part of our lives. We love our ice cream on a hot Long Beach afternoon and a good slice of cheddar with some crackers. But how much do you really know about where…
Read MoreKara’s Sights and Bites: The ‘red box’ is from the past…let’s leave it there
By Kara Kimbrough Don’t ask me why…but someone, somewhere thought it was a good idea to make Hamburger Helper relevant again. Yes, you read that right…the bright red box adorned with the animated white glove character pointing to a pan of…well, I’m not exactly sure what the dish consists of…is being touted as…
Read MoreLong Beach ready to host Cruisin’ the Coast festivities
By Toni Miles South Mississippi is revving up as the 29th Annual Cruisin’ the Coast (CTC) event gets ready to roll out October 5 through 12 this year. “Cruisin’ the Coast always brings incredible energy to Long Beach,” says Long Beach Community Affairs Director Courtney Cuevas-Welch. “From the classic cars to…
Read MoreUSDA to Provide $1 Billion to Flood and Wildfire-Impacted Livestock Producers ELRP 2023 and 2024 FW
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced eligible livestock producers will receive disaster recovery assistance through the Emergency Livestock Relief Program for 2023 and 2024 Flood and Wildfire (ELRP 2023 and 2024 FW) to help offset increased supplemental feed costs due to a qualifying flood or qualifying wildfire in calendar years 2023 and…
Read MoreMississippi Celebrates Three 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars, Including Two from the Gulf Coast
L to R: Alexis Griffith and Jackson Pearce Three Mississippi students have been named 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars. The students are Alexis Griffith of Long Beach High School, Nichols E. Katsaboulas of Jackson Prep, and Jackson Pearce of Gulfport High School. On Sept. 26, U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon announced…
Read MoreMississippi Gulf Coast Soccer Secures Consecutive Player of the Week Titles
Last week, sophomore midfielder Alexander Mink of Long Beach shifted into a more defensive role against Georgia Military but still made his mark on the match. Mink scored a hat trick, proving just how valuable he is to the No. 14 Bulldogs. His performance helped him earn MACCC Player of the Week, an honor voted…
Read MoreSock hop, Cruise In, yoga and scam prevention highlight Oct. library offerings
By Guest Columnist Renee Rayburn, LBPL Youth and Technology Services Hello Long Beach! Here is what’s happening at the Long Beach Public Library next month! On September 27, from 6 to 9 p.m., the library will be having a Sock Hop at the Long Beach Recreation and Senior Center to raise funding for new…
Read MoreMayor and Board of Aldermen Work Session Agenda, September 30, 2025
Mayor and Board of Aldermen Work Session Agenda, September 30, 2025 @ 2:00 – 4:00 PM Central Fire Station 645 Klondyke Road Long Beach, MS 39560
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