Jeepin’ the Coast set for May 28 to June 1
By Toni Miles It won’t be long until Jeeps from all over the nation roll into South Mississippi for this year’s Jeepin’ the Coast event, May 28 to June 1, and event organizers are expecting yet another record-breaking year. Jeepin’ the Coast (JTC) has gained traction since it first launched in…
Read MoreREADING MAKES YOU GROW! Pass Christian Elementary School Receives “Books for Ownership” Grant from Reading is Fundamental
Pass Christian Elementary School is thrilled to announce its selection as a recipient of the Books for Ownership grant from Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), the nation’s largest children’s literacy nonprofit. This exciting opportunity allowed the school to provide two brand-new, free books to every student in grades Pre-K through fifth. The Books for Ownership…
Read MoreKara’s Sights and Bites: A spring dinner party (or family meal) is easier than you think
By: Kara Kimbrough It doesn’t take much to impress me. In fact, I’m often inspired by the simplest things. Take a video I watched this week of a cookbook author preparing four simple items for a spring dinner party: a large green salad with homemade vinaigrette dressing; white bean salad with crunchy vegetables;…
Read MoreUSM announces new facility named after Kelly Gene Cook, Sr.
The University of Southern Mississippi announced Monday the naming of its new shared facility for services provided by DuBard School for Language Disorders and The Children’s Center for Communication and Development on the Gulf Park campus as Kelly Gene Cook Sr. Hall, in recognition of a generous $1.5 million gift from the Kelly Gene Cook…
Read MoreMusic and relaxation to highlight 2025 Jazz in the Pass
The Pass Post The annual Jazz in the Pass at War Memorial Park will bring toe-tapping live music to echo over the Mississippi Sound on Sunday, May 25. Traditionally held the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend, the event is free and open to the public. While the musicians are playing, visitors will…
Read MoreMississippi Celebrates National Hospital Week
In recognition of the vital role hospitals and healthcare professionals play in the well-being of Mississippi communities, Mississippi legislative leaders have officially proclaimed May 11–17, 2025, as Hospital Week in the state. “Mississippi’s hospitals are the backbone of our healthcare system, providing essential services and compassionate care to our citizens,” said Richard Roberson, President…
Read MoreMovie Review: “Thunderbolts*”
By: Bob Garver “Thunderbolts*,” the latest offering from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, seems like awfully familiar territory. In the film, a group of assassins, criminals, and burnouts band together to form a ragtag group of do-gooders looking for redemption. There are definitely shades of the MCU’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” in play. Or…
Read MoreTwo Golden Eagles lead list of Ferriss Trophy finalists
By: Magnolia Tribune The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame has announced the finalists for the 2025 Ferriss Trophy presented by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians and Pearl River Resort. The award is presented annually to the most outstanding college baseball player in Mississippi. Mississippi baseball legend Dave “Boo” Ferriss is the award’s…
Read MoreDonnie Leo-Ford Levens American Legion Post 1995 named for Long Beach hero
By Toni Miles Names, a lifetime identifier, are important ; and, for a select few, their name goes on to live in perpetuity, leaving a legacy and honor for generations to come. Such is the case for Staff Sergeant (SSgt.) Donnie Leo-Ford Levens, a Long Beach native who served the nation well in his role…
Read MoreCoffeeTime: “Our Automatic Hands-Free World”
Send responses to: andybowman839@gmail.com Many things like our car washes, ATMs, and grocery stores now boast that they have contactless accessibility. “NO TOUCHING, KEEP TO YOUR YOURSELF SO YOU WON’T RISK BEING CONTAMINATED OR INVOLVED.” And that concept works for keeping yourself germ-free in this scary disease-ridden world. But not so effective in rearing…
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