The weather is warming up, which means the Coast is kicking into high gear with fun outdoor gatherings. From seafood and classic cars to food trucks and the arts, make sure to mark these exciting events on your calendar so you don’t miss any of the action: APRIL Bark’N Good Time www.mgckc.org April 5, 6, […]
Despite taking large strides forward in gender equality, women still fall behind men financially. For instance, men are three times more likely to get a business loan than women. Research also has shown that women-owned businesses typically are approved for lower loan amounts than their male-owned counterparts. As the world prepares to celebrate International Women’s […]
By Jake Winter Mississippi’s Gulf Coast is fortunate to offer several private and independent schools to families with young students. Private schools are generally understood to be for-profit organizations established and controlled by one or more persons. Independent schools most often signify a not-for-profit organization that is accountable to a board of trustees, which operates […]
If you’re considering private school for your child, view this 2025 comprehensive guide for private schools on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Want to join the Private School Guide list? Send an email with your request. BAY ST. LOUIS HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 301 S. 2nd St., Bay St Louis (228) 467-5158 www.holytrinitycatholic.net OUR LADY […]
As a wide-eyed newbie, stepping onto a college campus can feel thrilling, yet intimidating. Then before you know it, four years have flown by, and you’re a senior with a wealth of hard-won wisdom. In between lies a period of growth and development that can greatly affect the trajectory of a person’s life. So, how […]
Forget everything you think you know about the “normal” college student or experience. Rather than coming to campus straight from high school, today’s undergraduate or graduate student often is pursuing a degree later in life. Where men once dominated the higher-education landscape, women are now outpacing them. Where in-person learning was once the norm, an […]
Blakli Lawrence lives on the Mississippi Gulf Coast with her husband, Landon, her two daughters, Emmy and Loxley, and her son, Britain. She has a master’s degree and is a former teacher who has been self-employed for six years. She works from home with her social media-based business, homeschools her girls and helps with the […]
By Andrea Jenkins 2024’s spring and summer fashion trends have spun off in a fun, exciting new direction. Here are some of the hottest pieces you’ll want to snap up this season, as seen in The Threaded Cork: 1. DENIM EVERYTHING From jean jackets to day dresses to denim accessories, denim is no longer just […]
By Martha Whitney Butler As we look ahead to wedding season 2024, the floral forecast reveals an enchanting garden of wedding trends that offer brides a myriad of inspiration. From timeless bouquets to elevated adornments, let’s embark on a journey that promises to infuse romance and elegance into every petal of your celebration. PETITE BOUQUETS […]
There are many well-written articles covering the technical aspects of building a business, offering step-by-step instructions regarding incorporation, marketing, etc. This isn’t that kind of article. I’m here to share the secrets that keep my business viable in adverse conditions. 1. NEVER GIVE UP. I believed I’d done all the right things. I hired good […]
