Adult & Teen Challenge offers faith-based recovery for women struggling with life-controlling problems like drugs and alcohol. Here, Intake Director Rachel Byrd tells us about the nonprofit’s past, and what’s on the horizon. WHAT IS YOUR ORGANIZATION’S MISSION, AND WHEN AND WHY WAS IT FOUNDED? David Wilkerson, an Assemblies of God pastor who left a […]
Whether they are bonded by circumstance or related by blood, sisters have a special connection. They share laughs and tears, and although they sometimes disagree, they can always count on each other. National Sister’s Day, observed the first Sunday in August, celebrates this unique relationship — but you don’t need a biological sibling to appreciate […]
By Dr. Alisha Ware If you or someone you know has had difficulty getting pregnant, you may be familiar with polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS. If not, the symptoms of this condition and the potential long-term health impacts may come as a surprise. This hormonal disorder impacts women of reproductive age and can affect 6 […]
WENDI HUSLEY Principal, Gulfport High School Husley, previously assistant principal of Gulfport High, is beginning her 23rd year with the Gulfport School District. What are you most looking forward to in your new role?: I am looking forward to being more involved in the decision-making process. This will continue to drive opportunities for excellence in […]
By Jessica Rankin It’s 6 a.m., and the house is quiet and still. The dog is snoring while happily dreaming of, well … whatever dogs dream of. I am awake and busily drafting the beginning line of my daily journal entry: “This is the day you have made; I will be joyful and glad in […]
LeAnna Morgan Saucier is the workforce development manager at Memorial Hospital, where she loves assisting individuals with their career growth. Inside and outside of her daily job, she is committed to teaching and serving people. Friends and associates alike often approach her for business advice, and this fact spearheaded her recent launch of Brand & […]
By Paula Pettis Summertime in south Mississippi is brutal. We have the hottest-of-hot temperatures and humidity, and these days, we’re setting rainfall records. One frequently asked question is, “What do I need to be doing in my garden?” Here are some helpful tips for taking care of your lawn and garden for the rest of […]
With a supply shortage of existing homes and mortgage rates still near record lows (among other factors), the real estate market remains red hot from the national to the local level. That means prospective buyers must move quickly and aggressively to snap up their dream property, and sellers must be discerning in vetting their offers. […]
Choosing a doctor can be an intimidating process that leaves you feeling overwhelmed by reviews and recommendations. For our annual Top Doctors issue, we go straight to the experts — you, our audience — to create a comprehensive list of the Coast’s best physicians. For this year’s listing, we received hundreds of nominations, and our […]
By Tammy Smith Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort in D’Iberville recently debuted its luxurious VIP lounge — and one of the highlights was the striking costumes the staff wore. Jacqueline Tran and Tien Nguyen, owners of Luxe Cleaners and Alterations in Biloxi, crafted the gorgeous green ensembles. The wife-and-husband team usually are not costume creators, but […]
