From Memorial Health System As we head into the winter months, you likely have heard of an illness called RSV that is surging nationwide and filling hospitals to capacity. So, what is this virus, how serious is it and what precautions should you be taking? Here, Memorial Health System answers your most pressing questions. WHAT […]
1,500 dozen — that’s the total number of pusharatas made for the annual Christmas Sale held by the Slavonian Ladies Auxiliary. This tradition started back in 1984. The Slavonian Ladies are Croatian by birth or by marriage to a member of the Slavonian Men’s organization. The popularity of the pusharata locally can be traced back […]
Struggling to find just the right gifts for the loved ones on your list? Check out our annual holiday gift guide, featuring all the best picks from local retailers. From fashion and accessories to home décor and guy-approved gifts, you’re sure to find presents they’ll love — and there’s no shame in grabbing something for yourself, too. […]
Sponsored Content by Foot Specialists of South Mississippi November is national diabetes month and over 37 million Americans are living with diabetes and every year over 20,000 Mississippians receive a diagnosis. Diabetes is a chronic condition that can cause complications to the cardiovascular system, eyes, kidneys, and left unmanaged possibly lead to amputations of the […]
Small Business Saturday is observed nationwide on Nov. 26. American Express launched the shopping holiday, which falls between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, in 2010 to help local stores in the wake of a major recession. The initiative has been a success by any measure, as consumers have reported spending an estimated $163 billion across […]
Being a business owner on the Mississippi Gulf Coast is like being a jack of all trades. It is a delicate balance of lining your belt with the tools necessary to get the job done, painting a pretty picture and having the courage to create something wonderful. First, you will need the right brush. This […]
KATELYN PERRY (@itsmekatelyn13) is the reigning Miss Gulf Coast and Miss Biloxi 2023, and she will compete in Vicksburg for the Miss Mississippi title next summer after placing third runner-up in the contest earlier this year. Her organization, Crowns for a Cause, teaches girls about service. Katelyn also runs a Gulf Coast food and attraction TikTok […]
BY DR. RENITA PARKER J.C. Nunn was living with chronic foot pain for weeks, and he didn’t know where to turn. November is American Diabetes Month, and his story is a reminder of what can happen if chronic foot pain isn’t addressed quickly. He says, “I got an infection in my foot, and it seemed […]
Ample research shows that being read to and reading for fun sets a child up for academic success. Children who are ready to develop the foundation needed to learn to read, expand their vocabularies and learn to love reading early on. Children who are strong readers go on to perform well on assessments and on […]
Holiday shopping season is nearly upon us, but many Americans are tightening their belts as they deal with higher prices for groceries and other necessities. Here are some simple ways you can make this holiday season merry without putting a squeeze on your wallet. START WITH A PLAN Have an idea of what you want […]
