Memorial planned for 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina
By Toni Miles For those who lived in South Mississippi or nearby areas, reminders of Hurricane Katrina are not necessary, as the heart-wrenching scenes, losses and the lives of local residents who were lost are etched forever in the minds of Katrina survivors. On Friday, August 29, the City of Long Beach will…
Read MoreBraylon Braxton Named to Maxwell Award Watch List
The Maxwell Football Club today announced its watch list for the 89th Maxwell Award presented annually to the outstanding player in college football, which includes Southern Miss quarterback Braylon Braxton (Frisco, Texas). The Maxwell Award has been presented to the College Player of the Year since 1937 and is named in honor of Robert “Tiny” Maxwell…
Read MoreNotice of Special Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen, July 25, 2025
Tickets going on sale for library Sock Hop benefit for library computers
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! We’d like to thank everyone for stopping by the Long Beach Public Library’s booth during the City of Long Beach’s 4th of July Jubilee. We extended the book…
Read MoreMovie Review: “I Know What You Did Last Summer”
By: Bob Garver I’ve never seen 1997’s “I Know What You Did Last Summer” all the way through. 11-year-old me was too young to see the R-rated slasher in theaters, which was just as well because I did see a trailer and lost many nights’ sleep over the killer’s deadly fishing hook. I…
Read MoreShould You DIY Your Trailer Truck Repair?
When your trailer truck drives headfirst into an issue, deciding whether to tackle the repair yourself or call in a professional can be a tough call. While DIY repairs might save money and provide a sense of accomplishment, they come with potential risks if you’re not fully prepared or equipped. On the other hand, professional…
Read MoreKara’s Sights and Bites: Follow George Washington’s lead: make your own ice cream
By: Kara Kimbrough Ever wonder how Americans in the old days made it through a long, hot summer without central air conditioning? According to historical records, they made ice cream. That’s right, making homemade ice cream is one of the most popular – and oldest – ways to beat the heat. President George Washington owned a “cream…
Read MoreTroop 321 has epic adventure at Philmont Scout Ranch
By Guest Columnist Tommy Carroll Boy Scout Troop 321 from Long Beach recently returned from an unforgettable seven-day trek through the rugged wilderness of Philmont Scout Ranch, Scouting America’s premier high-adventure base in New Mexico’s Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Covering over 140,000 acres of breathtaking terrain, the troop’s journey, which began at Zastrow…
Read MorePhones Down, Eyes Up message provides water safety reminder
Special to Long Beach Breeze The YMCA is diligent about promoting water safety this summer with its “Phones Down, Eyes Up™” campaign. When at the pool, beach, or lakeside, everyone is urged to remember: Your eyes can save lives. While responding to a text, answering an email, listening to a podcast, or making…
Read MoreUMMC pediatric experts recommend vaccination against pertussis as cases rise
By: Annie Oeth, UMMC Communications Rising cases of pertussis nationally and statewide serve as a reminder to parents to vaccinate their children against this and other highly contagious diseases, experts at the University of Mississippi Medical Center say. Pertussis, or whooping cough, is a preventable respiratory illness that can be life-threatening to infants. Spread…
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