From the time Natalie Krohn Breland and her brother, Dr. Jason Krohn, were old enough to stick price stickers on merchandise, they have worked at Beach Pharmacy. “There is not a job inside this business that one of the two of us has not done at some point in our lives,” says Breland, now the […]
In June of 1939, seven employees of Ingalls Shipyard met on the east bank of the Pascagoula River and drafted documents forming a credit union for themselves and their fellow workers. The laborers at the shipyard, which had opened the year before, needed access to credit to buy vehicles, appliances, and other items to improve […]
As school resumes across the Coast, students will return to the classroom — but some protocols from the COVID-19 pandemic will remain. Throughout the Harrison County School District, for instance, drivers will disinfect the buses at the end of all routes. Sneeze guards and touchless hand sanitization stations will be placed at each serving line […]
Despite her artistic gifts, Alicia Hobbs had planned to become a doctor. “I had this natural, God-given talent, and you know what I did with it? I got a biology degree and was dead set on medical school,” says the Gulfport native. “I ran for the hills at the idea of becoming a starving artist.” […]
Cory Ann McGee was delighted, but not surprised, to make the U.S. Olympic Team. A world-class runner from Pass Christian, McGee’s self-belief propelled her on the path to Tokyo. She sealed her spot in the Games on June 21, when she ran the 1,500-meter race in 4:00.67 — her personal best. “I knew it would […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture They embody all that is admirable about their employers — showing long-term dedication to their companies, its principles and those they serve. These three women go to work every day determined to make a positive impact through their tenacity and talent. Whether their role is showing hospitality to casino guests, […]
As a new mom in 1997, Anna Lombard quickly realized she had to become a smart shopper and stretch her dollars further. She stumbled upon a consignment store in Gulfport, which allowed her to purchase high-end pieces on a budget. Soon, she didn’t let a week pass before stopping in to see what new treasures […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture THE COLLABORATOR Christen Duhé MGCCC spokesman’s star continues to rise If Christen Hartley Duhé could have a word with her younger self, she’d tell her to stop with the self-doubt; “You have everything you need to be successful.” Everyone defines success differently, but for Duhe’, it’s having a husband who […]
It all started with a bag of Doritos. After eating the nacho chips while watching July 4 fireworks, Stephanie Mathes woke up swollen. Now 50, she attributed the reaction to getting older and being diabetic. Her friends, some of whom are nurses, advised her to drink lots of water and laughed with her about the […]
LuAnn Pappas’s dad taught her what it means to give back. And as the 2021 recipient of the Annette O’Keefe Humanitarian Award, the CEO of Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort wishes Bill Sturm could share in the recognition. Bar none, she says, he was the biggest influence in her life. “I will forever say I am […]
