Cynthia Chauvin, executive director of CASA of Hancock County, shares how her organization advocates for children in the court system — supporting them, acting in their best interest and ensuring their wellbeing. WHAT DOES CASA DO? CASA of Hancock County is a nonprofit that recruits, trains and supports a diverse network of court-appointed special advocate […]
By Jacque McShane Happy New Year! Did you resolve to get more exercise in 2022? We know exercise is important, but somehow, as we pile on more responsibility and life gets crazy, exercise takes a backseat. Another situation I see often is people setting grandiose goals to train for a marathon, hit the gym five […]
By Dr. Eric Washington The benefits of exercise and healthy eating in reducing various illnesses and associated deaths are widely accepted. Approximately 23 percent of adults ages 18-64 meet the recommended guidelines for exercise, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; however, only 18.5 percent of adults in Mississippi routinely meet them. […]
We all know them — women who make life look effortless. They appear to have it all together, flawlessly juggling their various roles at home, work and in the community, while the rest of us wonder: “What’s her secret?!” Here, five busy, successful women share how they navigate through a typical day and what it […]
I discovered my love for flowers during my childhood. As a senior in high school, I worked at a florist after school. I earned a degree in retail florist management from Mississippi State University while working in the campus florist. After graduation I worked in Mobile, where I taught design classes. In addition to teaching […]
Purchase tickets Hundreds of proud moms, dads, grandparents and others answered our call to enter their beautiful babies in Gulf Coast Woman’s 2022 Cutest Kid Contest. We were overwhelmed with all the adorableness and are pleased to introduce the top vote-getters in four categories: BABY: AGES 0-11 MONTHS WINNER: RHETT ADAM 5 months Diamondhead, […]
From Memorial Hospital Feeling under the weather but unsure what ails you? Common illnesses often can act alike, and as we enter the season of mass gatherings, it’s important to be able to distinguish among a cold, the flu and COVID-19. Read on to learn the sometimes hard-to-miss differences, and be sure to follow tips […]
*Please note activities listed are subject to change/cancellation depending on Covid-19 conditions and restrictions. CARNIVAL ASSOCIATION OF LONG BEACH QUEEN ROSALIE: Jennifer O’Neal Glenn Long Beach Carnival Association Mardi Gras Ball 2022 Feb. 18, 2022, 8 p.m. St. Vincent de Paul School, Long Beach Ticket price: $40.00 For more info: calb1960@gmail.com GULF COAST CARNIVAL […]
By Tammy Smith Traveling over the holidays always carries a certain amount of stress, but several factors can up that stress level this year. Here are some suggestions that might make that trip a little more enjoyable. PLAN EARLY Book airfare and hotel rooms as soon as possible. You might even find some deals by […]
