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American Legion honors top of class LBHS grads
American Legion Post 1995 in Long Beach recently recognized Long Beach High School’s valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2023. Valedictorian Jillian Navi LaRosa and salutatorian Lenwood Stokley Sawyer IV were recognized for receiving the highest and second highest academic ranking in their graduating class. American Legion Post 1995 awarded each recipient a medal…
Read More1st Thursdays bring bike rides
The Long Beach 1st Thursday Community Bicycle Rides continue this summer, with rides set for July 6, August 3 and September 7. The free ride for all ages begins at 6 p.m., with riders meeting at the Harper McCaughan Town Green, at the corner of Jeff Davis and 3rd Street. Riders should bring their own…
Read MoreComputer Classes at the Pass Christian Library
Don’t fear computers! Use them! The Pass Christian Library is offering 2 computer classes on Thursday, August 10th in the library Conference Room. These classes will introduce you to the basics of using Microsoft’s Office programs. Some previous computer experience is helpful! 1:00pm-Microsoft Office 101-Gain experience learning how to use Microsoft Word document creating program.…
Read MoreAdult Summer Library Program Book Discussion of Hannah and Ariela lead by Author Johnnie Bernhard
Summer Reading is not just for the kids anymore! The theme for 2023 is “All Together Now”. The library will host a discussion of the book Hannah and Ariela lead by the author, Johnnie Bernhard on Wednesday, August 16th at 7pm in the library conference room. A former English teacher, Johnnie Bernhard is the author…
Read MoreLONG BEACH 4TH OF JULY JUBILEE JULY 1, 2023
The city of Long Beach is hosting the first annual Long Beach 4th of July Jubilee – Saturday, July 1st Festivities begin at 10:00 AM at the Harper McCaughan Town Green in the beautiful Downtown Long Beach on Jeff Davis Ave. Local artists, vendors, and food trucks will be at the Harper McCaughan Town Green…
Read MorePass Christian Historical Society August Luncheon
The Pass Christian Historical Society will hold its monthly luncheon on Monday, August 28th at 12 pm (Noon). Our speaker will be Rosemary Roosa, daughter of Apollo astronaut Stu Roosa. Learn about the essence of the space race days and the journey from the moon and back through Ms. Roosa’s eyes. The Historical Society…
Read MoreFourth of July may be my favorite food holiday
By Kara Kimbrough
What’s not to love about the Fourth of July? It’s filled with patriotism, picnics, fireworks, …
Read MoreNew LBSD CTE Center slated to open for 2024-25 school year
“Two roads diverged in a wood…and I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” – Robert Frost, in his poem “The Road Not Taken” While a majority of graduating seniors choose the common “road” to pursue a college or university degree, others opt for the “road not taken.” Among…
Read MoreLBHS Bearcat Band captures sweepstakes award
By Marilou D. Horton Long Beach High School Director of Bands Zac Cannon recently shared several outstanding moments he had witnessed while overseeing the overall band program at the three Long Beach School District schools. There have been many highlights, Cannon said, but scoring the Sweepstakes Award this year ranks at the top. “This was…
Read MoreA sign of progress in the City’s Gateway Project
There is literally a sign of progress when it comes to the City of Long Beach’s Gateway Project, as the Streetscape Signage Project is now well underway. A new sign heralding the different types of businesses, such as a skin care studio and antiques, operating in the hub of the Friendly City now welcomes those…
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