Are Online Casinos Legal in Mississippi? Here’s What You Should Know
Mississippi has long been recognized for its vibrant gambling scene, particularly along the Gulf Coast and the Mississippi River. However, the legal landscape for online casinos in the state remains complex and restrictive. This article delves into the current status of online gambling in Mississippi, recent legislative efforts, and the legal alternatives available to residents.…
Read MoreJohnson awarded first place in oratorical contests
By Toni Miles Jacoby Johnson, a senior at Pass Christian High School and 2024 Boys State alumni, was recently awarded first place at the Department of Mississippi’s Oratorical Contest District 9 competition held in Biloxi. Johnson received a certificate, a medal and a cash prize. In addition, Johnson moved on to compete in…
Read MoreMovie Review: “A Minecraft Movie”
By Bob Garver After a mere two weekends, “A Minecraft Movie” has claimed the top spot of the 2025 domestic box office. It’s not shocking that this franchise piece beat out January fare, but since then we’ve had an MCU entry and this movie just blew right past it. And I have to…
Read MoreCoffeetime: “You’re Gonna Respect Me, Ya’ Hear?!”
Send responses to: andybowman839@gmail.com Most people with a beating heart want to be loved. Oh yes, I am certain that psychiatrists would be quick to point out there is a certain tiny percentage of humans who feel no love and have no need to be loved. But overwhelmingly, most of us crave the feeling…
Read MoreRailroad Crossing Grade Improvements Project delayed
By Toni Miles There’s been a short delay, but it shouldn’t be long before the City of Long Beach’s Railroad Crossing Grade Improvements Project gets back on track. The City has joined forces with the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) and CSX, securing a grant in 2017 through MDOT, for a pilot program that…
Read More2025 Municipal Primary Runoff Election Day Reminders
Mississippi’s 2025 Municipal Primary Runoff Election Day is Tuesday, April 22. The ballot features runoffs in twenty-eight (28) cities. Here are the local cities included in that group of 28: Bay St. Louis Biloxi Gulfport Pascagoula Polls for the Municipal Primary Runoff will open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 7:00 p.m. Any voter…
Read MoreHub City Garden Club to Dedicate Blue Star Memorial Marker at Southern Miss Center for Military Veterans, Service Members and Families
Written by: Dr. David Tisdale The Hub City Garden Club and The Garden Clubs of Mississippi, Inc., will dedicate a Blue Star Memorial marker at 10 a.m. Friday, April 25, at the Center for Military Veterans, Service Members and Families on The University of Southern Mississippi’s Hattiesburg campus, located at 200 North 35th…
Read MoreLong Beach Bearcats announce Cody Finley as head football coach
Special to Long Beach Breeze The Long Beach School District (LBSD) recently announced Cody Finley as its new head football coach for the Bearcats. District officials say that Finley has been an integral part of the Bearcats’ coaching staff, serving as the offensive line coach since the 2022-23 season. Finley brings experience and a proven…
Read MoreCoastal Chambers of Commerce Announce 2025 One Coast Award Recipients
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Hancock Chamber of Commerce, Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce, and Jackson County Chamber of Commerce announced recipients of the 2025 One Coast Awards on Tuesday, April 15 at the Beau Rivage during the annual One Coast Awards breakfast attended by over 400 participants. Community…
Read MoreLBHS excels with most Presidential Scholar Candidates on Coast
Special to Long Beach Breeze Long Beach High School (LBHS) recently announced that six LBHS seniors have been named Presidential Scholar Candidates. This number puts LBHS at the top on the Coast, with only one other public high school in the state beating Long Beach with a total of seven candidates. There were just…
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