The proverbial glass remains half full for Crystal Acker-Nash — despite losing her right foot in July. Not one to succumb to self-pity, the Bay St. Louis native, who now lives in Baton Rouge, begins her mornings with prayer and meditation. Every day brings fresh challenges, she says — but also new ways to cope. […]
Whether you’re team mass hysterics or team ain’t no thing, I think we all can agree that coronavirus has shaken things up for us moms. Many of us are realizing the importance of social distancing while we attempt to keep our families and the community safe. The need for caution and the concept of social […]
Accepting the Pat Santucci Spirit of the Coast award on her late husband’s behalf, Rachel Barajas was terrified and heartbroken — yet gratified to see her beloved Arturo’s accomplishments recognized. “I wasn’t sure if I would even make it through the front door, much less walk in front of 600-plus people,” she admits. “But when […]
By Dr. Nicholas G. Conger During disease outbreaks, healthcare workers risk their own safety to care for others. Following public health guidelines and restrictions will help keep you well and out of the hospital, and it will allow healthcare specialists to work as safely as possible, which protects everyone. Memorial Hospital healthcare workers have responded […]
By the time you read this, it’s probably been weeks, if not months, since you’ve set foot in a clothing store. Leaving no business untouched, COVID-19 emptied local boutiques at a time they normally would have been flush with shoppers building their spring wardrobes. Ever adaptable, these entrepreneurs turned obstacles into opportunities. They sold online. […]
As the coronavirus brings the world to a standstill, homeowners are clinging to one bit of good news — this may be the perfect time to refinance. The pandemic has driven rates to historic lows, causing a record number of people to rush to save money on their mortgage. If you own a home, you’ve […]
Considering her role model, Rachel Bond’s career choice isn’t surprising. “I am a horticulturist because my mom raised me to love and appreciate plants and nature,” says the Pass Christian native. “I wanted to be an entrepreneur like her and go into the family business.” Long before she owned Pine Hills Floral Design and had […]
