When I started my marketing agency, iBi Marketing Solutions, in April of 2017, I was so excited about what I was doing that I never once doubted myself or had any negative thoughts. I devoted 100 percent of myself to the business. I had “my blinders on,” as my mother, Laurie Hartley, always told me. […]
Building a business is a dream for many of us. It’s ideal to be your own boss, to have freedom and endless creative control; the benefits are appealing. But it’s also a very challenging endeavor with plenty of obstacles to navigate. Though I haven’t always envisioned myself on this particular career path, I honestly can’t […]
Warmer weather means spending more time outdoors, including dining. Whether you’re planning your next patio soirée or spending leisure time with the family, be sure to add these delicious dishes to your grilling menu. SHRIMP SCAMPI SKEWERS Ingredients (serves four) 1 pound raw large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails left on or off) […]
By Susie Harvill Advocates for Freedom, founded in 2010, is a nonprofit organization fighting human trafficking. We are a member of the Mississippi Task Force Council and are working with human trafficking task forces throughout the state. We have worked with legislators to change state laws and give law enforcement tools to bring justice for […]
Any parent knows that while the internet is a wonderful tool, it also is fraught with danger. The same technology that keeps us connected to friends and family can be an avenue for predators to gain access to children, who too often don’t realize the risks. A 2019 internet usage study, conducted by the Center […]
Besides being president of SouthGroup Insurance Services, Angelyn Treutel Zeringue is a devoted wife, mom, daughter and civic-minded local leader. Here’s a peek into her daily routine. MORNING The first thing I do each morning is hit the snooze button; there is nothing better than an extra 15 minutes of sleep. Then, I hit the […]
Jamie Stevens juggles it all. She and her husband, Kendall, are expecting their fourth child, Liv, in June. First and foremost, she is mama to Wilder (7), Lily James (5), and Sage (18 months). She also is a mortgage loan originator, working full time with The Citizens Bank. She and her husband own two small […]
From Huntington Learning Center Mastering math requires frequent practice. How can you help your child learn “practical math” at home? Here are several activities to help your child reinforce his or her math skills. Use cooking to teach fractions. What fraction (and measuring cup) is the same as two one-fourth cups of flour? What fraction […]
By Jessi Robertson In early childhood, children depend on their parents and caregivers to learn how to express and manage their emotions in healthy ways. Feeling connected, loved, and cared for creates security and helps children be able to build healthy relationships in the future. We call this attachment. Here are some ways to build […]
SPONSORED BY: The Bledsoe family has plenty to celebrate. To start, Sasha Bledsoe and her husband, Eddie, are parents to 1-year-old Isla June — who came out on top in the Gulf Coast Woman Cutest Baby Contest. With 96 votes, the toddler emerged as the overall winner. The proud mom says they entered on a […]
