Planning and Development Commission Meeting Agenda, September 10, 2026
Planning and Development Commission Meeting Agenda, September 10, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Hall Meeting Room 201 Jeff Davis Avenue Long Beach, MS 39560
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Read MoreThe Little Conveniences That Make a Car Feel Surprisingly Luxurious
The idea of a luxury car is changing. It’s no longer just about a big engine or a fancy badge. Real luxury in today’s vehicles often comes from the small, thoughtful touches that make your daily drive easier, more comfortable, and genuinely pleasant. These features might not jump out at you on a spec sheet,…
Read MoreMovie Review: “Insidious: Out of the Further”
By Bob Garver The big drawback to getting in an advance review of “Coyote vs. Acme” last week is that “Insidious: Out of the Further” is even less relevant this week. The horror film toppled from second place to fourth at the domestic box office, behind even the seventh weekend of “The Odyssey,”…
Read MoreLocal Businesses Boosting Their Bottom Line
For many local business owners, running a profitable business means constantly balancing daily tasks with long-term financial planning. While serving customers and perfecting your product are crucial, the decisions you make behind the scenes, especially about property, finances, and taxes, are what truly build a strong, thriving business. Boosting your bottom line isn’t about one…
Read MoreHow to Create a Truly Memorable Guest Experience
Creating a truly memorable guest experience isn’t something that happens by chance. It comes from making deliberate choices and consistently following through. In the competitive world of hospitality and entertainment, the businesses that truly shine are the ones that understand that making a guest feel valued is an art, not an accident. It’s about combining…
Read MoreCoffeeTime: ENCOURAGE HIS DREAMS
Send responses to: andybowman839@gmail.com So. You are a parent of a five-foot five-inch, sixteen-year-old son. A son whose dream is to be a professional basketball player. Who lives and breathes the game of basketball. He eats his breakfast with his ball tucked under one arm. And sleeps with it nestled on the pillow…
Read MoreWhat to Consider When Planning an Off-Site Loading Area
Off-site loading areas can give businesses valuable flexibility when their regular facilities cannot handle every shipment or project. Along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, companies may use temporary yards or overflow locations to keep materials moving. However, an open piece of land does not automatically create a safe or efficient loading area. Businesses must consider many…
Read MoreBoost Your Creative Flow With Smart Productivity Tools
Every creative knows the frustrating wall between an idea and a blank page. While taking a break can help, a new wave of smart tools offers a more active way to get your creative juices flowing. These platforms use artificial intelligence to handle repetitive tasks, smooth out your workflow, and provide insights, completely changing how…
Read MoreSending ‘em packing! Local group provides free backpacks for local students
By Melanie Buford It was a Backpack Blitz at the Harper McCaughan Town Green in Long Beach on Saturday, July 25, and the backpack giveaway came just in time, four days before the first day of school in the Long Beach School District on July 29. Hosted by the Junior Auxiliary of…
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