For Cindy Shaw, service always has been at the heart of who she is — first as a professional, and now as a dedicated advocate for children. A wife, mother, grandmother and retired CPA, Cindy spent 35 years working for Mississippi Power Co., serving as comptroller before retiring in 2020. But retirement didn’t mean slowing […]
By Paula Broome Are you still watching for the white van and regurgitating the “stranger danger” talk with which generations of children were indoctrinated? For many of us, this type of vigilance seemingly worked to keep us safe. But today, the greatest risk to your child is not the “white van” or a “stranger.” The […]
Originally from Hammond, Louisiana, Katherine Adams has lived in Gulfport for 10 years. She is a senior at St Patrick Catholic High School. She has a twin sister, Ella Adams, and is a strong believer in her Catholic faith. MY HEALTH CHALLENGE Around February 2024, I started to have chest and back pain. I thought […]
By Angela T. Herzog Congratulations, business owner — you’ve successfully made it through tax season! Now is the perfect time to regroup, strategize and plan for next year by staying organized and up to date on tax law changes. Spring or summer can be the perfect time to meet with your CPA or tax preparer […]
Here on the Coast, beauty has its own rhythm — effortless, luminous and quietly confident. As the owner and master stylist of Salon Sonder + Salt Spa, Sherri Harmon has learned that true luxury isn’t about excess, but intention. She believes caring for yourself is a form of restoration, and that the right products can […]
The first step of entrepreneurship: Find something you are passionate about. Some people inherit money when a parent passes away. I inherited my Great Aunt “Sis”. At 86 years old, Sis was fun-loving and active despite her Alzheimer’s. I began teaching senior adults while I was caring for her. When a fall ultimately ended her […]
Liz Hoop is an entrepreneur, community leader and advocate for compassionate senior care. As the founder and CEO of Hoop Cares LLC, she has built a non-medical in-home caregiving and transportation service that prioritizes dignity, safety and personalized support for Coast seniors. Q: Tell us about yourself and the impact you are making. A: Beyond […]
Looking for a place to take the kids? Check out these local and regional attractions and activities that are sure to put a smile on their faces: Get ready for a summer filled with creativity at The Walter Anderson Museum of Art’s Summer Camps! We hope your young creators will join us for a summer […]
Summer camp isn’t just something fun to fill the calendar — it’s one of the most powerful growth experiences a child can have. The right camp builds confidence, independence, friendships and life skills they simply can’t develop the same way at home or in school. Here are 10 meaningful reasons families consistently say summer camp […]
By Sarah Gigli I used to believe that being a good mom, and a successful human, meant measuring myself against the noise of the world — the advice, the opinions and the expectations. I thought if I followed the right formula, chose the “right” path and avoided mistakes, I could guarantee a good outcome for […]
