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    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,…

    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,…

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…

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…

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…

  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…

By Hank Zuber, State Representative and Chairman of the House State Affairs Committee   In Mississippi, gaming isn’t regulated from a spreadsheet or a conference room in Washington. It’s regulated here at home, where lawmakers understand the local economy, the communities  involved, and the responsibility that comes with allowing gambling to operate legally and safely.…

By Toni Miles       Let the good times roll – and the Carnival Association of Long Beach’s (CALB’s) Team McMahon-Seal is rolling things out in preparation for their annual CALB Mardi Gras Parade. This year’s parade is set to take place on Saturday, February 7, in downtown Long Beach at 6 p.m. The…

By Guest Columnist Renee Rayburn, LBPL Youth and Technology Services       Hello, Long Beach!  Here is what’s happening at the Long Beach Public Library in February. February is Library Lover’s Month, and what better time to celebrate your child’s love of reading? To promote this, we would like to offer a certificate to…