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Prayer Service for Katrina immigrant workers to thank immigrant workers and pray for an end to mass deportation policies
Faith leaders and homeowners will express their gratitude to the immigrant workers who helped rebuild the Mississippi Gulf Coast 20 years ago, and they will pray for an end to mass deportation policies, at a Prayer Service for Katrina Immigrant Workers: Looking Back in Gratitude and Moving Forward in Faith and Solidarity, on Thursday evening, August 28,…
Read More20TH YEAR REMEMBERANCE OF HURRICANE KATRINA
WHAT: 20th Year Remembrance of Hurricane Katrina WHEN: Friday, August 29, 2025, 6:00 pm WHERE: War Memorial Park, 101 Fleitas Ave., Pass Christian, MS 39571 WHY: This solemn gathering will honor the memory of those lost, recognize the resilience of the Pass Christian community, and reflect on the two decades of recovery and growth since…
Read MoreOne Book, One Pass announces 2025 book selection
The Pass Post One Book, One Pass, the annual community reading project, begins this fall with its 2025 book selection, South To America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon Line to Understand the Soul of America, by Imani Perry. The book received the 2022 National Book Award for non-fiction. Over the next several months,…
Read MoreMeet the Pirates: Coaches, Students, and Supporters Come Together to Honor Excellence in Sports and Academics
On Wednesday, August 13th, Pass Christian High School came alive with the roar of school spirit as the community gathered for the annual “Meet the Pirates” showcase, a much-anticipated tradition that marks the beginning of another promising year for Pirate athletics. Students, families, teachers, administrators, and community members filled the stands to welcome and…
Read MoreComing soon: MDOT to release documentary on 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina
After Hurricane Katrina devastated the Mississippi Gulf Coast on August 29, 2005, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) was faced with the monumental task of rebuilding or repairing nearly every major route along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Now, 20 years later, MDOT is releasing a documentary that chronicles the restoration of infrastructure through the…
Read MoreSouthern Miss GCRL Director Leads Major Seagrass Restoration Effort on Chandeleur Islands
By: Gabriela Shinskie Dr. Kelly Darnell, director of The University of Southern Mississippi’s Gulf Coast Research Laboratory (GCRL) and the Mississippi-Based RESTORE Act Center of Excellence, is leading a major project to support seagrass restoration on the Chandeleur Islands—a barrier island chain located east of New Orleans off the Louisiana Gulf Coast. Her research,…
Read MoreNew mayor and aldermen now serving four-year terms after July 1 oath of office ceremony
By Toni Miles It was back to business as the newly-elected Mayor and Board of Aldermen held their meeting within one hour of the City of Long Beach’s oath of office/swearing-in ceremony held at City Hall on Tuesday, July 1. The swearing-in ceremony was held at 4 p.m., before the 5 p.m.…
Read MoreEvers receives Forever Young Award
The Pass Post Coast Young Professionals, a program of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, recently announced their 2025 Forever Young Awards, honoring individuals selected for “their exceptional qualities, the positive impact they’ve had on young professionals, and the significant time they have devoted to the betterment of Coastal Mississippi’s aspiring leaders.” …
Read MoreArtificial Intelligence and the Future of Manufacturing
Manufacturing is undergoing a technological revolution with artificial intelligence transforming operations, production, and supply chains. This shift goes beyond system upgrades, fundamentally changing industrial production. AI applications like predictive maintenance and advanced quality control are reshaping manufacturing processes, preventing costly breakdowns, and ensuring defect-free products. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at…
Read MoreOlaivar honored for commitment to Long Beach
By Toni Miles Among the first items of business at the City of Long Beach’s first Board of Aldermen meeting with newly elected officials and new Mayor Tim Pierce was honoring a local businessman and dedicated community volunteer. At the July 1 meeting, Frank Olaivar was honored for his dedicated service and…
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