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MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NAMES DR. BENJAMIN WELDON AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce announced today that its Board of Directors has elected Dr. Benjamin Weldon to serve as the organization’s Chief Executive Officer, effective March 9, 2026. “We are confident that Dr. Weldon’s experience, vision, and collaborative leadership style will position the Chamber for continued growth and impact,” said Mississippi…
Read MoreLong Beach Soccer Teams Roll to the Second Round
By Charlie Rook Both Long Beach Bearcat teams picked up decisive victories in home matches against Terry high school. The men got the job done 2-0 with a goal in each half, and the women with a dominant 7-0 victory. On the men’s side it was Braiden Bonds and Addison Carrol picking up…
Read MoreCity of Long Beach, Garden Club to celebrate Arbor Day in February
By Toni Miles The City of Long Beach and the Long Beach Garden Club will join the nation in February, celebrating Arbor Day – what more fitting venue for such a celebration than an historic home with deep roots in the Friendly City? On Thursday, February 19, the public is…
Read MoreSouthern Miss Graduate Training and Education Center Now Accepting Applications for 2026 GTEC Scholars Program
The University of Southern Mississippi Graduate Training and Education Center (GTEC) is now accepting applications for the 2026 GTEC Scholars Program, a competitive, two-year program designed to prepare graduate students for impactful careers in cardiovascular disease research. The GTEC Scholars Program aims to strengthen the research pipeline by equipping graduate students with advanced skills,…
Read MoreGrinding Coffee Beans: Tips for the Best Brew
We all know the feeling. You walk into your favorite local coffee shop in Long Beach, and the smell hits you immediately. It’s rich, inviting, and promises a caffeine kick that will power you through a humid Mississippi morning. But when you get home and try to recreate that same magic with a bag of…
Read MoreLOVE IN LONG BEACH EXHIBIT OPENS AT THE QUARLES HOUSE
The City of Long Beach is proud to partner with the Long Beach Historical Society to host a special community exhibit, Love in Long Beach, taking place this Wednesday, February 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the historic W.J. Quarles House (Greenvale), located at 179 E. Old Pass Road, Long Beach,…
Read MoreAfrican Children’s Choir planning concert in Long Beach
Long Beach Breeze The African Children’s Choir is marking over four decades of transforming lives through the power of music, education and hope, and an upcoming visit to Long Beach is a part of their continuing mission. The Choir is known for captivating audiences with their heartwarming performances, with a show that…
Read MoreJoin Us in Supporting World Cholangiocarcinoma Day on February 19
By Tommie Hart Cholangiocarcinoma, or bile duct cancer, is one of the most challenging and under-recognized cancers, with limited treatment options and a grim prognosis for many patients. Despite its rarity, the need for awareness and focused research is immense, as early detection and innovative therapies can make a life-saving difference. With February being Cholangiocarcinoma…
Read MoreSawyer wins Ole Miss Stamps Impact Prize
Special to Long Beach Breeze The Stamps Impact Prize committee recently selected Lenwood “Stokley” Sawyer of Long Beach as one of eight University of Mississippi (UM) students chosen for its biannual competitive award program that funds undergraduate academic and creative projects. Sawyer, a junior biochemistry major, worked on his project with the help…
Read MoreLong Beach School Board Approves Elementary School Reconfiguration to Strengthen Instructional Alignment and Student Experience
The Long Beach School District (LBSD) School Board has officially approved a comprehensive reconfiguration of its elementary schools, a strategic move designed to enhance instructional alignment, deepen teacher collaboration, and ensure consistent, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for all students. The decision also responds to population shifts that have created imbalances across elementary campuses, prompting…
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