Movie 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…
Read MoreSigns It’s Time To Admit You Need To Declutter Your Garage
Your garage has slowly transformed from a functional space into something that resembles a storage unit explosion. You’re not alone in this struggle. Many homeowners face the same challenge of maintaining an organized garage while juggling busy schedules and accumulating belongings over the years. Recognizing when your garage has crossed the line from lived-in to…
Read MorePlanning and Development Commission Meeting Agenda, July 24, 2025
Planning and Development Commission Meeting Agenda, July 24, 2025 @ 5:30 PM City Hall Meeting Room 201 Jeff Davis Avenue Long Beach, MS 39560
Read MoreHancock Whitney Supports Educators with New Round of Leo Seal Teacher Grant
Teachers across eight Mississippi counties have an opportunity to earn up to $20,000 in grant funding through the Leo Seal Teacher Grant program. Certified K–12 educators working in public or private schools located in Forrest, Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Jefferson Davis, Lamar, Madison, and Pearl River counties are eligible to apply. The program, funded by Hancock…
Read MoreHinds CC Jackson Campus hosting free AWS training
Anyone looking for a way to get in on the ground floor of Amazon Web Services data centers career opportunities can start with a four-week paid training program at Hinds Community College’s Jackson Campus. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is investing $10 billion to build two data center complexes in two Madison County industrial parks,…
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