Did you know women are at a higher risk for certain lung diseases? The number of U.S. women diagnosed with lung disease is rising, but you can take steps toward prevention. Memorial Health System pulmonologists, Dr. Summer Allen and Dr. Jay Segarra, are here to share some common signs and symptoms, as well as […]
Home insurance rates are higher than last year due to elevated hurricane activity over the last two years. We all are praying for a calm season in 2022 to help rates get back in line, but you should be aware of potential increases. The insurance markets are strict right now, so if you have […]
If you want the feel of an island vacation without the expense, Bonfire Restaurant in Biloxi is the perfect place to experience authentic Caribbean cuisine with a little Southern and Cajun influence mixed in. Bonfire is the dream of owner Dane Alexander, who opened the restaurant as a full-service establishment in March of 2020. When […]
A kitchen renovation tops the list for modernizing and adding functionality to a house. The kitchen is the heart of the home, where some of the best memories are made with family and friends. While it adds value, a kitchen remodel can be expensive. Knowing where to save and where to splurge is the key […]
One of the few things people know about Social Security is that they’re required to pay a portion of their earnings into the government social insurance program in hopes of receiving a monthly income upon their retirement. An annuity, when properly designed, also can provide guaranteed income in retirement and reduce the risk of outliving […]
I often hear that I am a very positive person, and yes, I do strive to look on the bright, sunny side of situations. Finding optimism even in difficult times can lead to stronger mindsets. I call a positive attitude the invisible muscle, one we must develop to be resilient. But in our challenging, fast-paced […]
Let’s “face” it — we all want to have clear, beautiful and young-looking skin. However, being bombarded with hundreds of commercials for skincare products, many claiming to be “the best” in the market or “dermatologist recommended,” makes finding the right ones tough. Given the overwhelming number of options available, you’ve probably wondered: How do products […]
Jamie Rhodes is a Biloxi native and busy mother of five, not to mention an entrepreneur and owner of XO Clothing Co. in Ocean Springs. She keeps several favorite beauty buys stocked to ensure she looks her best. “These products help me feel alive on days I am run ragged,” she says, “and I want […]
By Tracy Daniel-Hardy Since I’ve been chronicling my caregiving journey, I have learned that many friends, co-workers, and acquaintances are caring for parents like me, or for a relative or in-law. Many have tearfully confided their feelings of loneliness and expressed their discomfort in sharing their experience with those who can’t relate. Some have shared […]
We all know April showers bring May flowers, and in an easy, breezy outfit like this one, you’ll look as fresh and lovely as your favorite blooms — not to mention chic and classy. Plus, lightweight fabrics ideal for warm weather will keep you cool and comfortable in the coastal heat. A great look […]
