Dr. Carla Evers acknowledges that she didn’t get where she is on her own. Raised in a mobile home, Evers was the only one of three sisters, all born prematurely, to survive the first month of life. “We did not have much; yet, I had everything,” says Evers, the superintendent of Pass Christian Schools. “My […]
Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley say they want to take over the universe, but they’re too busy being soccer moms — at least when they’re not making audiences roar with laughter. Whether the best friend duo is lampooning swimsuit season or fessing up to their parenting fails, they could be any pair of moms venting […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Peggy Sprabery wants to be remembered for raising her hand and saying “yes.” Now 71, the wife, mother, former teacher and passionate arts advocate has built a legacy of involvement that speaks for itself. The extensive list of organizations to which she has said “yes” includes the Gulf Coast Symphony […]
By Tammy Smith Mobile, Alabama, claims to be the first U.S. city to celebrate Mardi Gras. So does New Orleans. Meanwhile, the Mississippi Gulf Coast sits in the middle, not really worried about who was first. It’s all about having fun, no matter what your age. Mardi Gras first was observed in North America in […]
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 […]
*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 […]
December is by far the busiest month of the year for most of us, with so many extra things to do — extra cooking, extra shopping and extra socializing to name a few. All the “extras” can quickly make your home and your calendar feel out of control. My Christmas gift to you is some […]
