While many businesses struggled or shuttered during the pandemic, Seaman & Associates has benefitted from a booming housing market. “We have consistently been busy, even during a time of shutdown for most,” says Steve Seaman, real estate appraiser with the Pascagoula-based company. People still were purchasing, refinancing and selling homes, and with that, everyone needs […]
The best Coast architecture has that something extra — those special features and unique details that make a home truly extraordinary. Here are some favorite spaces chosen and shared by Kyle Tootle, president/principal of Tootle Homes, and Paul Titus, sales director for Cretin Townsend Homes. CRETIN TOWNSEND HOMES KITCHEN “Kitchens remain the heart of the […]
From Memorial Hospital As COVID-19 cases climb once again, healthcare experts are weighing in on some of the top questions they receive from patients. Dr. Nicholas Conger specializes in infectious disease, and Dr. Bobby Tullos is a pulmonologist and critical care specialist. Both have worked tirelessly to educate south Mississippi residents about COVID-19. IS THE […]
By Debora Batchelor If you’ve purchased anything from groceries to a car lately, you’ve probably noticed that inflation has been on the rise. Put simply, inflation is an increase in prices. When the price to buy goods or services, including mortgage loans, goes up, prices for other goods and services rise or fall in response. […]
By Dr. Tracy Daniel-Hardy I have found that scheduling an extra 45 minutes to an hour for appointment travel time reduces frustration for my parents and me. I used to time it perfectly, giving me just long enough to drive up, run in, grab them and speed off to the appointment. That strategy rarely worked […]
Did you say you need an affordable makeup brush that lasts and blends like a dream? Morphe brushes are a staple in my personal makeup bag and professional makeup kit. I use everything from their blending and packing brushes to their concealer brushes and beauty blenders. Brushes and beauty blenders can get very pricey. I […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every facet of daily life, and for parents of school-age children, the impact has been especially obvious. Last school year was filled with many challenges for students and their families. Here’s a look at some problems your child still may be facing and tips for overcoming them as we begin […]
The right employees could make or break your business, so careful selection is important. Big factors that influence employee retention are good hiring practices, a motivational work environment and great benefits. An attractive employee benefits package will help to provide security for your current and future employees and help you optimize your investment in your […]
By Dr. Jeffrey Noblin September in the South means one thing — it’s football season! As young athletes return to play, injuries are a regular occurrence, specifically trauma, concussions, overuse, and heat- related incidents. Traumatic injuries to the knee and shoulder are common, especially in football, and can adversely affect athletes’ long-term involvement in their […]
To a nursing home resident who rarely receives visitors, a simple chat, a small gift and a heartfelt smile can mean the world. Andrea Cook and her sons, Dalton and Charlie, have seen firsthand how their mere presence can lift a senior’s spirits. Since 2015, they have participated in Adopt a Grandparent Day — an […]
