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AG Fitch Celebrates Third Anniversary of MAMA
Mississippi Access to Maternal Assistance (MAMA), a free website and mobile app that connects pregnant women and mothers to private, public and faith-based resources available across the state, recently celebrated its third anniversary. Since launching the MAMA website in October 2023, over 27,000 individuals have visited the website for a total of 88,000 hits. Over…
Read MoreSparklight® Opens Applications for Fall 2025 Charitable Giving Fund to Support Local Nonprofits
Sparklight®, a leading high-speed internet provider, is once again inviting local nonprofits to apply for its Charitable Giving Fund. Beginning Oct. 1, 501(c)(3) organizations across the 24 states served by Sparklight can submit applications for fall 2025 grants through Oct. 31. Each year, Sparklight awards $250,000 in grants to nonprofits that are helping communities…
Read MorePass High Pirates Celebrate an Unforgettable Homecoming Week
The halls of Pass Christian High School pulsed with energy last week as students, teachers, families, and the community came together to celebrate one of the most cherished traditions of the year —Homecoming Week. From the first bell on Monday to the last song at Saturday night’s dance, the spirit of the Pirates was on…
Read MoreA Bountiful Harvest: Facts About Fruit Trees
Growing your own fruit is a rewarding experience, bringing fresh, delicious produce right to your backyard. For residents of the Mississippi Gulf Coast and Long Beach, the warm, humid climate offers a unique opportunity to cultivate a wide variety of fruit trees. With the right knowledge and care, you can enjoy a bountiful harvest year…
Read MoreSecurity Measures and Other Details Outlined Ahead of Thursday’s Grand Opening of the Mississippi State Fair
State Fair officials have announced security measures, preparations and new details ahead of the Great American Mississippi State Fair taking place October 2-13, 2025. Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson was joined by law enforcement officials partnering to provide security on the Mississippi Fairgrounds during the State Fair, as well as other officials and…
Read MoreLong Beach ready to host Cruisin’ the Coast festivities
By Toni Miles South Mississippi is revving up as the 29th Annual Cruisin’ the Coast (CTC) event gets ready to roll out October 5 through 12 this year. “Cruisin’ the Coast always brings incredible energy to Long Beach,” says Long Beach Community Affairs Director Courtney Cuevas-Welch. “From the classic cars to…
Read MoreUSDA to Provide $1 Billion to Flood and Wildfire-Impacted Livestock Producers ELRP 2023 and 2024 FW
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced eligible livestock producers will receive disaster recovery assistance through the Emergency Livestock Relief Program for 2023 and 2024 Flood and Wildfire (ELRP 2023 and 2024 FW) to help offset increased supplemental feed costs due to a qualifying flood or qualifying wildfire in calendar years 2023 and…
Read MoreMississippi Celebrates Three 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars, Including Two from the Gulf Coast
L to R: Alexis Griffith and Jackson Pearce Three Mississippi students have been named 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars. The students are Alexis Griffith of Long Beach High School, Nichols E. Katsaboulas of Jackson Prep, and Jackson Pearce of Gulfport High School. On Sept. 26, U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon announced…
Read MoreSock hop, Cruise In, yoga and scam prevention highlight Oct. library offerings
By Guest Columnist Renee Rayburn, LBPL Youth and Technology Services Hello Long Beach! Here is what’s happening at the Long Beach Public Library next month! On September 27, from 6 to 9 p.m., the library will be having a Sock Hop at the Long Beach Recreation and Senior Center to raise funding for new…
Read MoreCannon named Lion’s Band director
Special to Long Beach Breeze Long High School band director Zac Cannon was recently named assistant concert director for the Mississippi Lion’s All-State Band for summer 2026. School officials say that the appointment “reflects Mr. Cannon’s outstanding leadership and dedication to music education — not just in Long Beach, but across the entire…
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