CHECK YOUR SMOKE ALARM THIS WEEKEND
“Falling back to Standard Time early Sunday morning remains a good reminder to check your smoke alarms and change batteries,” said Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Mike Chaney. “There were 71 fire deaths in 2022. In 34 of those fires, there were no working smoke alarms in the home.” Create an escape…
Read MoreEXTRA Charming
When you try something new, there can be hesitation. Like riding a bike. It’s exciting, but when your dad lets go and you likely will fall. You get up and try again. The reward of independently …
Read MoreYoga with Donna returns on Tuesdays
The Pass Christian Library will host a new Yoga with Donna series on Tuesdays at 6 p.m., beginning Tuesday, November 6. The instructor, Donna, will incorporate physical postures, breath work, meditation and journaling. Postures will be adapted to individual ability. The one-hour sessions will begin promptly at 6 p.m. in the conference room of the…
Read MoreCrowds from near and far roll into Long Beach for Cruisin’ the Coast Events
There were plenty of vintage cars and trucks to go around throughout the City of Long Beach during this year’s Cruisin’ the Coast event, October 1 through 8. Dubbed “America’s Biggest Block Party,” tens of thousands of visitors, from as far away as California, rolled into South Mississippi in record-breaking numbers for the 27th Annual…
Read MoreUSM School of Social Work Collaborates with Harrison County Library System to Provide Assistant to Patrons in Need
Public libraries are experiencing an increase in patrons entering their doors and needing assistance with housing, food benefits and job searches. The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) School of Social Work and the Harrison County Library are addressing the need to provide services to help through social work internships. Brandon Terry is a USM graduate…
Read MoreFollow the Pioneer Woman’s advice: keep it simple
Famous chefs and culinary experts never cease to inspire me…but not for the obvious reasons. Julia Child’s response to a reporter’s question asking if she ever ate fast food was golden. “I order fast food occasionally – everybody does when they’re on the road. A burger has protein, carbohydrates and vegetables.” Hearing Food Network…
Read MoreMississippi voters head to the polls November 7
Absentee voting is now underway, but the majority of Mississippi voters, including those in Long Beach and Pass Christian, will show up in person to cast their ballots in the state’s November 7 …
Read MoreClimate, Energy Expert to Speak Nov. 14 at first University Forum to be held at Gulf Park Campus
Dr. Jay Hakes, a leading authority on environmental and energy issues with a distinguished record of service in government and academia, will be the guest presenter for the next University of Southern Mississippi (USM) University Forum Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Fleming Education Center at the USM Gulf Park Campus in Long…
Read MoreAnnual farm-to-table event set for Nov. 5
Pass Christian Main Street will host their annual farm-to-table dinner on Sunday, November 5 at 5:30 p.m., outdoors at the Pavilion, located on the corner of Second Street and Davis Avenue. This is the eighth iteration of the popular event, but the first time at this location. The event will feature local chefs who will…
Read MoreFree composting program offered
The Pass Christian Public Library and the Pass Christian Garden Club are partnering to host a garden program with Elizabeth Englebretson from Plastic Free Gulf Coast on Thursday, November 2, at 1 …
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