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Mississippi Celebrates National Hospital Week
In recognition of the vital role hospitals and healthcare professionals play in the well-being of Mississippi communities, Mississippi legislative leaders have officially proclaimed May 11–17, 2025, as Hospital Week in the state. “Mississippi’s hospitals are the backbone of our healthcare system, providing essential services and compassionate care to our citizens,” said Richard Roberson, President…
Read MoreDonnie Leo-Ford Levens American Legion Post 1995 named for Long Beach hero
By Toni Miles Names, a lifetime identifier, are important ; and, for a select few, their name goes on to live in perpetuity, leaving a legacy and honor for generations to come. Such is the case for Staff Sergeant (SSgt.) Donnie Leo-Ford Levens, a Long Beach native who served the nation well in his role…
Read MorePierce will be next mayor of Long Beach, aldermen positions also decided
By Toni Miles On April 1, during the City of Long Beach’s Republican primary election, residents voted a long-time education leader, Tim Pierce, to lead the City as the next Mayor of Long Beach. With no Democrat or Independent candidates running in the City’s mayoral or aldermen races, the City of Long Beach decided…
Read MoreBarnwell to speak at monthly luncheon
Special to The Pass Post The Pass Christian Historical Society will hold its monthly luncheon on Monday, May 19, at noon. The Society will host author Marion Barnwell, who will speak on her book, All the Things We Didn’t Say, offering a unique perspective on Mississippi history through the experiences of two Mississippi…
Read MoreTech classes to be offered at library
The Pass Post With the understanding that technology can be intimidating, the Pass Christian Library will be offering three free classes in May to help break down the barriers to being a savvy user of today’s smart phones and email capabilities. On Thursday, May 8, Collin Rust with CSpire will teach a “Smartphone…
Read MoreGovernor Reeves Declares Hurricane Preparedness Week May 4 – May 10, 2025
Governor Reeves declares May 4 – May 10, 2025, Hurricane Preparedness Week for the State of Mississippi. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urges citizens to prepare for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Last year, there were 18 named storms, 11 of which formed into hurricanes, and five intensified into major hurricanes. According to the National…
Read MoreCREATIVE COLLABORATION RESULTS IN PUBLIC ART INSTALLATION AT COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL’S GAIL KEENAN ART CENTER
The collaboration of a renowned Mississippi Gulf Coast Museum, two acclaimed local artists, a Mississippi state agency supportive of the arts and 80 elementary students will come to fruition when the first phase of the School Waves outdoor sculpture is unveiled at 4 pm on Friday, May 9 at the Gail Keenan Art Center on the campus…
Read MoreUM Students Inducted Into Phi Kappa Phi
More than 150 University of Mississippi students were welcomed into the Phi Kappa Phi honor society, one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious honor societies for all academic disciplines. The university held an induction ceremony on April 3 at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts on campus. Jillian LaRosa, of…
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Municipal Clerk’s Offices will be open from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025, for in-person voter registration for the Municipal General Election on June 3, 2025. To be eligible to vote in the June 3 General Election, you must register in-person by May 5, 2025. All mailed voter registration applications must…
Read MoreUM Students Inducted Into Phi Beta Kappa
More than 100 University of Mississippi students were inducted into Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious undergraduate honors organization in the liberal arts. The university held an induction ceremony on April 4 in the Johnson Commons Ballroom on campus. Emma Hughey, of Long Beach, MS, majoring in Public Policy Leadership, is…
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