Founded in 2018 by licensed general contractor and U.S. Army veteran Calvin Stevenson, SE Custom Homes & Renovations began as a small, family-owned renovation company with a bold vision. What started as light remodeling projects across the Gulf South has since evolved into a premier custom home building firm—trusted for its craftsmanship, attention to detail, […]
Meet Kimberly Mangin Pelaez, a lifelong Biloxi resident and member of the Beau Rivage and MGM Resorts International organization for more than 25 years. In her current role, she oversees the human resources division at Beau Rivage. Q: SHARE A BIT ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR BACKGROUND: What started as a college job evolved into a […]
She earns well. Her paycheck comes bi-weekly like clockwork. She’s not struggling to make ends meet; and yet, her savings account stays embarrassingly close to zero. It’s a quiet struggle that many women face but few discuss. On the outside, everything appears polished: the nice car, the tailored wardrobe, the curated social media life. But […]
As leaders, we often get it backwards. We spend our days trying to “fix” our weakest links – coaching the underperformers, correcting mistakes and pouring energy into getting them up to speed. Meanwhile, our best employees — the reliable, high-output and drama-free ones — quietly crush it without much attention from us. They don’t complain. […]
Every successful woman knows that thriving relationships, whether with partners, family or friends, are essential to a fulfilling life. Yet here’s a surprising truth: The strongest relationships aren’t conflict-free; they’re conflict-strong. Research from the renowned Gottman Institute reveals that 69% of relationship conflicts are perpetual problems that never will be fully resolved. The secret isn’t […]
Photography: Brandi Stage Portraiture | Hair and makeup: Bria Fowler, Elle Louise, LLC When Shanita Grayer launched Infinity Home Care, she wasn’t just starting a business. She was answering a calling. The Hattiesburg native has always had a passion for helping others — particularly seniors. “I know I definitely was put on this earth for […]
Born and raised on the Coast, Kaitlyn Brewer grew up kayaking, fishing and sketching the beauty that surrounded her. Each year, she admired the colorful, creative Biloxi Seafood Festival posters that were designed by local artists — each one paying homage to the city’s maritime and seafood heritage. “I remember thinking, ‘Wow, maybe one day […]
More than half of nursing home residents suffer from loneliness — and for the 12th year, volunteers from across the Coast will mobilize to show seniors they are loved and appreciated. Adopt a Grandparent Day 2025 falls on Sept. 13, and this marks the 12th year that the observance has brought hope and happiness to […]
Caregiving for seniors has long meant countless hours of in-person doctor visits, tedious medication management and careful coordination among family members and professionals. But in the years since the pandemic, telehealth has sprinted forward — emerging as an indispensable tool that is reshaping caregiving as we know it. From virtual appointments to remote monitoring, telehealth […]
You’ve heard it from friends and family many times, and you may even have said it yourself: “My allergies are flaring up.” Allergies are often the go-to explanation when sinus symptoms appear. Given how common allergies are (about 50% of allergy tests return at least one positive result), it’s not an unreasonable guess. VIRAL INFECTION […]
