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Taylor named to MGCCC Athletic Hall of Fame
Special to Long Beach Breeze Mississippi Gulf Coast Junior College (MGCCC) recently selected Gary Taylor of Long Beach as a member of its 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame. Honor ceremonies were held during MGCCC’s homecoming weekend last month. Taylor played football, basketball and golf and ran track for Long Beach High…
Read MoreWreaths Across America Long Beach event planned for December 13
By Toni Miles For the sixth year in a row, the Donnie Levens American Legion Post 1995 and Eddie Blake VFW Post 3937 are organizing a Wreaths Across America event for Long Beach. This year’s ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. on December 13 and will be followed by the laying of…
Read MoreLong Beach Chamber recognizes Citizen of the Year, others at annual Breakfast with the Mayor
Special to Long Beach Breeze At the recent Long Beach Chamber of Commerce Breakfast with Mayor Tim Pierce, attendees not only got to hear at State of the City address by the mayor, but some also received awards. First Responders of the Year Awards were presented, as well as Public Works Employee…
Read MoreIt’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Families encouraged to enjoy a day full of holiday festivities on December 6
By Toni Miles It’s hard to believe the Christmas holiday is right around the corner, but the Harper McCaughan Town Green and Pavilion are decked out in red, green and gold, signaling another Christmas is rolling around. On Wednesday, November 12, City of Long Beach crews were on the grounds of the…
Read MoreGift wrapping, visiting pets, yoga and more planned for library in December
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 December! Everyone had such a wonderful time last year with this event that we couldn’t help but do it again! The Friends of the Long Beach Public Library will…
Read MoreFamily Christmas Events at Pass Christian Library
Join us at the Pass Christian Library for our special Family Christmas Events! On December 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., families are invited to a Christmas Storytime with Mrs. Claus and the Christmas Elves. Mrs. Claus will read her favorite Christmas stories, and the Christmas Elves will sing and dance with everyone. After the…
Read MoreA Century of Joy: Long Beach Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday
A Long Beach woman has reached a milestone few ever see, celebrating her 100th birthday with the same joy and spirit that have carried her through a century of life. Agnes Marie Seal marked the occasion surrounded by family, sharing laughs and stories while crediting an unexpected trio—wine, ice cream, and dancing—for her long life.…
Read MoreThis Saturday, November 29th, 2025, Mark Your Calendars to Only Shop Small!
by Tyler Teresa, Regional Administrator, U.S. Small Business Administration Small Business Saturday was founded by American Express in 2010 and has been officially cosponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) since 2011. It is an important part of the busiest shopping season for small businesses. Last Small Business Saturday in 2024, the reported…
Read MoreYazoo Delta Backwater Flooding
By: Kelley Williams, Chair Bigger Pie Forum Backwater flooding happens when the Mississippi River is higher (about 43’ at Vicksburg) than the Yazoo River and blocks its discharge. It takes less rain to raise and keep the Mississippi above 43’ than it used to. (See More Flood for Less Rain.) So backwater flooding and batture flooding…
Read MoreStay Safe While Cooking This Thanksgiving
At last check, there have been 60 fire deaths statewide in 2025. Cooking or the misuse of cooking equipment led to four of those deaths. “Many people have family and friends over for the holiday. Don’t let distractions put you and your guests in danger. Make your home safer by installing multiple smoke alarms.…
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