By Nancy China Olemgbe 16-year-old Nancy Chika Olemgbe is a foreign exchange student from Hamburg, Germany, who has been studying at Gulfport High School since the beginning of the school year. Here, she shares her story and reflects on her journey. Experiencing other cultures when you live in Europe is not difficult because there are […]
By Cardiologist Dr. Umair Malik, Memorial Health System There are countless ways to soothe a broken heart, but when overwhelming sadness or stress is too much to take, it may lead to a serious condition for your heart. Broken heart syndrome, also known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy or Takotsubo syndrome, appears to be on the rise among […]
Guys, this one’s for you (or for you, ladies, if you need some inspiration). Choosing the perfect Valentine’s gift is not for the faint of heart, so we’re here to make it easy. You rarely go wrong with a bright, shiny bauble, and some of the Coast’s finest shops and boutiques have shared the top […]
By Laurin Lambert As parents, we want what’s best for our children, and establishing healthy eating habits is no exception. However, we also live in a fast-paced world, where we as parents we are balancing homework and after school-activities along with our own adult responsibilities. How can we help our kids make good food choices […]
By Navigator Credit Union The start of a new year means it’s time to make resolutions. If you’re looking to improve your financial situation, here are five money smart ideas for 2023: FINANCIAL RESOLUTION #1: SAVE MONEY If you’ve struggled with setting money aside, automating is a simple way to create a savings plan that sticks. […]
Anne Gillam is an international best-selling author, consultant, and commercial lines executive producer at Southgroup Insurance Gulf Coast, as well as an active leader in her faith-based community — championing many causes close to her heart. She also has a reputation for looking fabulous, which is where these favorite, go-to products come in: […]
We asked you to share photos of your furry friends, and once again, you overwhelmed us with adorableness. Here are some of the standouts from the dozens of entries in our Coast Cutest Pets Contest 2023: KREWE OF BARKLOXI ROYALTY Jimmy Suckow and Bella Pappas reign as the 2023 king […]
By Paige Ryan Heitzmann “Play and fun should be serious priorities throughout life.” “When little things feel extra hard and big things feel impossible, it’s often a sign that you need a vacation,” suggests psychotherapist and author Charlotte Fox Weber. This winter, you probably could stand to get out of town, whether that’s for a […]
In observance of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, we speak with Sharon Robbins is a survivor, public speaker, public educator, spiritual life coach and founder of Jubilee Havens, an organization that provides a safe haven for human trafficking victims while bringing a holistic approach to healing. WHAT DOES JUBILEE HAVENS DO? Jubilee Havens […]
From costumes and balls to king cakes and parades, there’s a lot that goes into a successful Carnival season. The floats and royalty may be front and center, but plenty of hard work occurs before the pageantry. Meet a few of the crucial experts who make Mardi Gras happen behind the scenes. Sherri Paul Thigpen […]
