By Melissa Galatas According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in four women and one in seven men will experience some form of severe physical abuse by an intimate partner in their lifetime. Since intimate-partner violence is so common, chances are that everyone reading this knows, has known or will know someone […]
By Charlotte Arrowsmith No one enters a relationship with the intention of leaving it. We choose partners whose companionship we enjoy and with whom we want to share our joys and challenges. It is a human desire to have a partner who makes us feel loved and brings meaning and fulfillment to our lives. But […]
By Sarah Jones When I started work as an advocate at the Crisis Center in Manhattan, Kansas, I rationalized that while I had never experienced domestic violence, I knew what it was and still could make a difference. I look back at that version of myself and can only smile. I am (thankfully) a child […]
As the kids get settled at school and fall schedules pick up, our homes can get chaotic. Activities, homework and work-life juggling mean we may not be as organized as usual, allowing clutter and chaos to take over. Fall is the perfect time to hit reset and get your home back in shape before the […]
From left to right: Lawrence Roberts II, Lawrence Roberts III, Dorothy Roberts, Robin Roberts and Sally-Ann Roberts On Sept. 15, 2015, Dorothy Roberts’s love for all things artistic led her to open Robin’s Nest in the Pass — a shop featuring handmade jewelry, local art and other assorted treasures. “Our motto is, ‘celebrating the creative […]
Football season is here, and I can’t wait to rustle up some lip-smacking tailgating delights! Whether it’s a steaming pot of chili or finger-licking sliders, throwing together a feast for pals has never been more exciting. Here are my winning choices for game-day fare that will jazz up your party plans in a jiffy. ITALIAN […]
THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMBER PARTNERS! The Coast is filled with trailblazing female entrepreneurs who turned their visions into thriving small businesses. Overcoming obstacles and taking leaps of faith, these remarkable women created companies that have become community staples. We received hundreds of nominations from throughout South Mississippi, ranging from restaurants and sweets shops to […]
The dwell small trend is taking foundation in South Mississippi, with several companies building everything from container homes to tiny homes across the Coast and surrounding area. Today’s homebuyers are thinking beyond the white picket fence, driven by factors like affordability, sustainability and less maintenance. WHAT IS THE DWELL SMALL TREND? You’re not imagining it; […]
The rate on your home loan is not the only one to consider when you’re refinancing for debt consolidation. Managing consumer debt efficiently is challenging these days. Interest rates on everything from cars to credit cards are higher than they’ve been for some time. Average rates on existing credit card debt have risen from the […]
Home construction is constantly advancing, with fresh design trends cropping up to meet modern tastes and lifestyles. Aesthetic appeal, sustainability and efficiency are key influences in new builds. Here are some of the hottest trends making waves in 2024: SUSTAINABILITY AND WELLNESS Homebuilders are going with eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient features like windows and appliances. […]
