Simpson wins first place in statewide art contest
Special to The Pass Post Gaston “Gus” Simpson from Pass Christian High School was recently awarded first place in the 2025 Mississippi College and Career Savings Art Contest, held annually by Mississippi State Treasurer David McRae. Simson was one of three students recognized in the high school category, and he received a $1,000 scholarship in…
Read MoreCelebrating the Life of Joye Lee-McNelis, A True Golden Eagle
Southern Miss is deeply saddened by the passing of former women’s basketball head coach Joye Lee-McNelis, who died on Tuesday at the age of 63. Coach McNelis was a central figure in the history of Lady Eagle Basketball, contributing as a student-athlete, assistant coach, and head coach over a span of four decades. During her…
Read MoreKara’s Sights and Bites: Celebrate the 4th of July and stay cool in the process
By: Kara Kimbrough The Fourth of July is only a few days away, so the first thing I did was check the extended weather forecast. Yep…it’s going to be a scorcher. Even though I did pick up a new charcoal grill the other day simply because it was on sale post-Memorial Day…
Read MoreAvoid Firework Injury This Independence Day
The State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) encourages firework safety this Independence Day. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, injuries from fireworks have increased overall between 2008 and 2023. “It’s up to you to implement safety standards when shooting fireworks at home,” said State Fire Marshal Mike Chaney. “That means using common sense, never…
Read MoreFree breast and cervical cancer screenings available at Singing River Cancer Center
Special to Long Beach Breeze Singing River Cancer Center is now offering free mammograms and pap smears for eligible women through the Mississippi Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (BCCP). This initiative aims to remove financial barriers and expand access to life-saving cancer screenings, which helps more women detect breast and cervical cancer…
Read MoreJohnson takes the bronze in Department of Mississippi’s Southern Area Oratorical Contest
By Toni Miles Pass Christian High School senior Jacoby Johnson was awarded the Bronze Medal at the Department Oratorical Contest, sponsored by the American Legion and held recently at Hinds Community College in Raymond, Mississippi. Observers say that Johnson’s presentation, “The Beauty of The Constitution,” was delivered with both passion and enthusiasm. “It…
Read MoreRailroad crossings improvement project gains steam across Long Beach
By Toni Miles The City of Long Beach’s Railroad Crossing Grade Improvements Project is well underway, as evidenced by improved and upgraded railroad crossings throughout the city. Recently, work was completed at the railroad crossing located at White Harbor Road and Railroad Street, as seen by the newly-laid asphalt at the intersection.…
Read MoreMovie Review: “How to Train Your Dragon”
By: Bob Garver After three weeks of domination by the Disney live-action remake “Lilo & Stitch,” it’s time for the top spot at the domestic box office to be taken over by the Dreamworks live-action remake “How to Train Your Dragon.” It feels like it’s too soon to do a remake of a…
Read MoreLocal P.E.O. serves as host for state convention
Special to Long Beach Breeze The Mississippi State Chapter of P.E.O. held its 57th Annual State Convention in Madison, Mississippi, this spring, hosted by Chapters B – Long Beach, U – Diamondhead, and Y – Madison. P.E.O. is a philanthropic educational organization interested in bringing women increased opportunities for higher education. State President…
Read MoreCoffeeTime: “Help me to forget what you can’t remember”
Send responses to: andybowman839@gmail.com That would definitely be wonderful, wouldn’t it? To have total amnesia regarding the awful things you have said or done in your past. To not remember the hurt you have caused, and the shame you have brought on yourself. If everyone had that rare ability to be totally honest…
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