The Coast will be awash in crimson and cream this month as more than 1,000 Delta Sigma Theta members gather in the spirit of sisterhood. The sorority’s two local alumni chapters are preparing to host the 2024 Mississippi State Cluster of the Dynamic Southern Region, which will be held Feb. 23-25 at the Mississippi Gulf […]
The human heart is a very complex, intricate organ that plays a pivotal role in sustaining life. The heart is comprised of a variety of structures, each with a specific function and purpose. As the orchestrator of the body’s circulatory system, a healthy heart is critical for overall wellbeing. Appreciating and understanding the role each […]
As usual, we couldn’t wait to see the sweet, cuddly and downright precious furbabies nominated for this year’s Cutest Pets Photo Contest, and our audience did not disappoint. It’s never easy to pick favorites from so many adorable entrants, and the challenge gets harder every year. Thank you to all the proud pet parents who […]
Photography: Brandi Stage Portraiture Makeup: Bria Fowler, Elle Louise LLC When you’re entering the fight of your life, a pretty, plush unicorn may not be everyone’s idea of a combat companion. But for Susie Davis, the stuffed animal — whom she named Faith — symbolized her nearest and dearest. The “Unicorn Posse,” as she dubbed […]
As a child who moved frequently, Jessica Shelley found comfort and stability at school. “It became my refuge, a place where I knew the expectations and could thrive,” the Gulfport resident recalls. “The constant encouragement my teachers gave is ultimately what inspired me to pursue a career in education so I could have the opportunity […]
The beginning of a new year is an ideal time to make a fresh start, whether we commit to getting organized, getting in better shape or generally taking better care of ourselves. Whatever we hope to accomplish in 2024, it starts with health of the mind, body and soul. If you are resolved to have […]
Gulf Coast Carnival Association QUEEN IXOLIB: Abigail Peyton Raworth (photo credit: James Edward Bates Photography) Krewe of Athena QUEEN OF THE KREWE OF ATHENA: Natalie Batia Krewe of Bonne Vivantes QUEEN OF BONNE VIVANTES: Elizabeth Crosby Drummond Krewe of Diamondhead MŌ’ĪWAHINE THE 49TH: Meg Damiens Krewe of Gemini QUEEN LEDA LIV: […]
