Fun in defiance of disaster is one of the Coast’s defining traits. So, it’s no surprise that with a pandemic throwing Mardi Gras plans into flux, groups like the Krewe of Gemini are taking the situation in stride — showing the stoicism of a community that has weathered its share of catastrophe and come back […]
Wondering how to maintain a fitness routine while caring for your little ones? The Salvation Army Kroc Center offers a solution. While moms work out, attend a class or participate in programs at the Biloxi facility, their children can enjoy structured, supervised fun in the Kroc Center’s Play Care program. “We normally have at least […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Sharon Weeks realizes that even in the digital age, nothing beats tried-and-true sales techniques, especially during the Christmas shopping season. That’s why the large windows at Grant’s for Her, which she’s owned since 2018, are her favorite feature of the store — and the perfect place to display the store’s […]
Even the huge speed bump that was 2020 didn’t break the Coast’s momentum. Projects advanced. Construction continued. Businesses opened. Attractions launched or expanded. Looking for somewhere new to eat or play — whether for a date night, girls’ night or family outing? We all could use a change of scenery post-lockdown, and these local hotspots […]
Step into the Sutton family’s den this time of year, and a striking Christmas tree is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. “(The tree) stands 10 feet tall with gold ornaments along with touches of black and white to show our love for the Saints,” says homeowner Christie Butts Sutton. “Each present wrapped […]
The COVID-19 crisis will end eventually — but the way health care is delivered likely has changed for good. Some lawmakers have called telehealth the “silver lining” of the pandemic — expanding access to underserved areas and connecting patients to doctors via online platforms and phones. Convenience, safety and more frequent contact are just some […]
Even if we look forward to the holidays, most of us dread the work required to feed a house full of guests. Those classic dishes everyone clamors for won’t make themselves — but that doesn’t mean you have to toil in the kitchen for hours. Fortunately, we live on the Coast — which has plenty […]
Women face many significant threats to their health, but do you know which are the most life-threatening? Even when the same conditions affect men and women alike, they may affect women differently or with greater frequency. Here are the leading causes of female fatalities in the United States, according to the latest data available from […]
High School sophomore Roman Scott may look like a typical 15-year-old — but every day, he lives with a condition that affects how he experiences the world. At age 3, Roman was diagnosed with autism, a disorder that affects one in 54 children in the U.S., according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. When […]
Anyone planning to fly over the upcoming Holiday season should consider their mask just as important as their boarding pass. Chaille Munn, director of marketing for the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport, urges passengers to familiarize themselves with new travel protocols and to expect to wear a mask throughout their journey — from check-in through departure at […]
