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Covering Bay St. Louis, Waveland, Diamondhead and Pass Christian.
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Amtrak Gulf Coast
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15 minutes
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Christmas in the Bay
Bay St. Louis knows how to "holiday" better than anyone, and this year's Christmas in the Bay event was a perfect example. The annual holiday parade rolled through town, ending at the depot, where Santa presided over the annual tree-lighting. - Photos by Gregg Martel |
shore thing
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A giant red snapper for this young man, fishing in federal waters with Capt Alex.
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Shore Thing Fishing Report, 12/4/24
There is big news this week - as in big catches of our inshore species! Trout are everywhere, and redfish and sheepshead are also making a respectable showing. The bigger news is that the federal red snapper season is here! - by Sonny Schindler, Shore Thing Fishing Charters |
big buzz
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30 Years and Counting: The Annual Tree Gala
It’s hard to believe that the Hancock Library System’s holiday tree decorating competition will celebrate its thirtieth year in 2024, and the Library Foundation promises the event will be bigger and better than ever. - By Kevin Cole |
coast cuisine
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Satsuma creme brûlée at Radish in Long Beach.
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Radish: A Taste of the Season
Using the freshest of locally sourced ingredients, Radish in Long Beach is redefining the upscale Southern dining experience. - by Lisa Monti |
arts locale
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The Arts Hancock County Dedicates Building in Honor of Mamie Hillery
Over a hundred guests showed their support for Mamie Hillery last week as The Arts, Hancock County paid tribute to her by naming their building in her honor. - by Maurice Singleton, photos by Gregg Martel |
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Taste of Hancock County 2024
The Bay St. Louis Community Hall was transformed into a tasting room last week for Taste of Hancock County, a culinary celebration sponsored by Hancock County Tourism that showcases the rich flavors and vibrant spirit of our community. - Photos by Gregg Martel |
nature notes
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Teasing Out the Whole Story: Spiritual Reality
Objects, places, and even people are much more than their physical characteristics – they are a sum of our reactions to them and the meaning they have for us, and a sum of experiencing things as a whole. - By James Inabinet |
15 minutes
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Port, Air, Space Day in the Bay
The Hancock County Courthouse became one massive STEM exhibit when Port Bienville, Stennis International Airport, and Stennis Space Center presented Port, Air, Space Day in the Bay. They provided information on exciting careers in science, technology, engineering, and math and celebrated companies bringing STEM-related careers to Hancock County. - Photos by Gregg Martel |
talk of the town
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Elizabeth Butler Brings New Energy to Hancock High
As the new principal of Hancock High School, Elizabeth Butler’s years of experience as an educator and administrator and her dedication to the well-being of her students will pave the way for great success. - By Maurice Singleton |
partner spotlight
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Caitlin McKeon’s Journey: From Passion Project to Customer-focused Business
What started as a hobby became a business, then an obsession to help fellow small business owners. - by Kim Ranjbar; photos by Thistle & Roots Photography |
second saturday
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The Thorny Oyster is one of November's Second Saturday hot spots.
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Second Saturday Art Walk, November 2024
BSL's monthly art walk has become one of the most popular events in the region. Check out November's Hot Spots; Thorny Oyster, 104 North Beach Blvd.; Dan B. Murphy’s Restaurant & Bar, 109 South Beach Blvd.; and HL Raymond Properties, 118 North Beach Blvd. - by McKenzey Northington |
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Taco Cook-Off Benefits Hope Haven
The third annual Taco Fiesta Cook-Off was held recently at American Legion Post 77 in Waveland. The event benefited Hope Haven, a nonprofit that provides a safe environment for child abuse victims. Clearly, the overall winner of the day was Hope Haven. -Photos by Brenda Comer |
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Dia de los Muertos at 100 Men Hall
Day of the Dead celebrates ancestors with All Souls' Day, a Mexican holiday which is like a family reunion—except dead ancestors are the guests of honor. 100 Men Hall celebrated this week with a mariachi band, a large community and family altars, tacos and drinks, and traditional costumes. - Photos by Melanie Cole |
aloha diamondhead
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Diamondhead’s Detours: Navigating to a Smoother Future
Detours, detours everywhere, will they ever end? We’ll look at the current status of the improvement projects underway in and around Diamondhead. And yes, there is an end in sight. – By Anne Pitre |
15 minutes
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Witches Walk 2024 - Wild!
Witches (and a few warlocks, too) dusted off their brooms for a day and night on the town - Old Town, that is. Bay St. Louis welcomed throngs of sexy, scary, and downright spooky ladies for the annual Witches Walk on October 26. The costumes were more outrageous than ever - see for yourself! - Photos by Gregg Martel |
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BSL Rotary Club Halloween Ball
Amid eerie decorations, the Rotary Club of Bay St. Louis sponsored their Halloween ball on Saturday, October 26. Party-goers dressed to impress - or distress - in their best and scariest costumes to enjoy the great food, live music, prizes, and haunted happenings. Guests enjoyed the night of frightful fun. - Photos by Marian Glaser |
big buzz
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Pass Christian Yacht Club Hosting Holiday Boutique
Indoor shopping, free parking, local shops & artists are all in store at this 28th annual event, which will feature many local artists and craft vendors. |
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Boo in the Bay 2024
The fifth annual Boo in the Bay parade featured decorated golf carts, Jeeps and classic cars driven by spooky ghouls and whacky witches parading through town and tossing candy and trinkets to parade spectators. "Boo" is one of Old Town's most spook-tacular events! - Photos by Marian Glaser |
good neighbor
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Dr. Raymunda Barnes: Passionate About Learning
As vice-president of the Hancock County campus of Pearl River Community College, Dr. Barnes takes the education and well-being of his students seriously. - by Maurice Singleton |
15 minutes
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Cruisin' the Bay 2024
This year's Cruisin' the Coast drew almost 10,000 registered cars and tens of thousands more spectators. The weeklong event is the largest in Mississippi and one of the largest car events in the United States. Our intrepid photographer captured the magic, the crowds, and the fun in the Bay. - Photos by Gregg Martel |
big buzz
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Awareness to Action: The Hancock Resource Center
After years of serving the community, the Hancock Resource center just moved into a larger space that will help them provide even more. - by Kirby Rhodes |
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Hot Rods & Hospitality in Waveland
The City of Waveland hosted Hot Rods & Hospitality on Coleman Avenue, an official Cruisin' the Coast event that featured hot rods, classic cars, muscle cars and nearly every kind of vehicle imaginable. Waveland showed why it's known as The Hospitality City! - Photos by Gregg Martel |
big buzz
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Explore Local Innovation at Port Air Space Day in the Bay
After a successful inaugural event last year spotlighting Stennis Space Center’s contributions to its neighboring communities, organizers have planned a stellar follow-up in November, 2024. - by Lisa Monti |
on the shoofly
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Laughing Gulls and Black Skimmers are just a few of the birds found on BSL beaches. | D. Temple photo
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We’re Not Photographers – We’re Counting Birds
If you see people on the beach in Bay St. Louis toting tripods, they aren’t taking photos – they’re likely to be volunteers helping to chart the success of bird populations. - By Dena Temple |
waveland
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Waveland PD investigator Eddie Hursey was honored recently for ten years of exemplary service to the community.
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Waveland News - September, 2024
learn about Waveland’s Night Out event, Cruisin’ the Coast news, updates on several new local businesses, and honors for a member of Waveland’s police force. - by Rhonda Aime Gamble |
coast cuisine
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Barracuda Taco Stand Gears Up for Bay Opening
Owner Brett Jones wasn't necessarily looking to open a fourth location of his popular taco stand, but when the Buttercup building came up for sale, he couldn't resist. - by Lisa Monti |
big buzz
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Bay High Welcomes Warren Eyster as New Principal
Although not originally from the Gulf Coast, Eyster knows that the Bay is the perfect place for him and his family now. - by Kirby Rhodes |
noteworthy women
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St. Stanislaus Welcomes Nancy Artigues as New Principal
St. Stanislaus College began a new school year last week with a woman at the helm for the first time in the school's 170-year history. - by Maurice Singleton |
amtrak update
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The Mobile city council met on August 6 and voted unanimously to fund the completion of the upgrades that will allow Amtrak to offer passenger rail service between New Orleans and Mobile.
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There’s Light at the End of the (Train) Tunnel!
The Mobile City Council unanimously passed intergovernmental and funding agreements that will allow Amtrak passenger service to run from Mobile to New Orleans. It was the final hurdle in a years-long effort to reestablish service. - by Ellis Anderson |
aloha diamondhead
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Explore Diamondhead’s Natural Beauty on Blueway Trails
Diamondhead features some of the most magnificent and accessible waterways on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. This summer would be the perfect time to set out by kayak, canoe, or paddle board and explore these assets. - by Anne Pitre |
What is a shoofly?
A shoofly is a raised wood deck circling a large tree and historically, almost every hotel on the Mississippi coast had one. Now the shoofly by the old Bay St. Louis City Hall is one of few remaining, and it's become our iconic town landmark.
A shoofly is a raised wood deck circling a large tree and historically, almost every hotel on the Mississippi coast had one. Now the shoofly by the old Bay St. Louis City Hall is one of few remaining, and it's become our iconic town landmark.
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