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​Upcoming Events

Covering ​Bay St. Louis, Waveland, Diamondhead and Pass Christian. 
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Amtrak Gulf Coast
Breaking news and updates 

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Photo courtesy Ken Murphy, Murph's Drone.
We're your one-stop-shop for all the Amtrak train news and updates! You'll find the latest news at the top.  Scroll down our page for older info.  #YallAboard     

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Pirate Takeover in Downtown Bay St. Louis!​
Pirates took over Old Town Bay St. Louis last weekend for music, merriment, and swashbuckling fun during Pirate Day in the Bay. Now in its tenth year, locals and visitors partied like it was 1699! The event included a pub crawl, live music, costume contests, a parade, and fireworks.  
- Photos by Gregg Martel

shore thing
​​weekly fishing report

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Colton Ladner from Pass Christian, MS, with a hefty speckled trout he caught with his dad, Capt. Darien Ladner.
Shore Thing Fishing Report, 5/21/25
​Speckled trout fishing has been hot in spite of less than ideal water conditions. Now, if the wind will only cooperate...
​​- by Sonny Schindler, Shore Thing Fishing Charters

arts locale 
​​ news from the arts scene

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Nature and Art: Waveland Marsh Pilgrimage
An exhibit at Studio Waveland + Gallery now through May 25 showcases how our marshes shaped the creative vision of 25 local artists.
- Story by James Inabinet

talk of the town
​​what's new and exciting

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Main Street United Methodist Church Consecrates New Peace Garden
​The quiet retreat is intended for contemplation and prayer.
- by Kirby Rhodes

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"Under the Flower Moon" a Magical Event​
As darkness envelops a tranquil nature trail, guests discover enchanting art installations as they stroll along. That was "Under the Flower Moon," sponsored by The Arts, Hancock County.
- Photos by Marian Glaser, text by James Inabinet

second saturday
​​monthly art walk

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Cafe BoneJour is one of the Depot District businesses featured for this month's Second Saturday.
A "Doggone Good" Second Saturday
The Old Town Merchants Association (OTMA) is celebrating man's best friends for May's Second Saturday in the Bay and highlighting businesses in the Depot District of Old Town. 
- By Holly Harrison & Shannon Stage, Old Town Merchants Association

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Waveland Crawfish Cook-Off Gets Rave Reviews​
Crawfish connoisseurs from across the Coast gathered on Coleman Avenue in Waveland to boil, pinch, and slurp up hundreds (maybe thousands) of pounds of everyone’s favorite local delicacy – all for a great cause. 
- Photos by Gregg Martel

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Swamp(gr)ass Getdown at 100 Men Hall
​Music lovers from Bay St. Louis and beyond descended upon the 100 Men Hall on April 19 for a day of music with the "the OGs of T-Bois" for the "Swamp(gr)Ass Get Down." The event commemorated the 15th anniversary of the T-Bois Blues Festival held in Larose, Louisiana.
- Photos by Melanie Cole

good neighbor
​​faces of our community

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Clarence Harris: A Devoted Advocate for Hancock County
​Clarence Harris is a pillar of the Hancock County community: ever-present, particularly when the voices of underrepresented citizens need to be heard.
- by Maurice Singleton

nature notes
​​wild and wonderful

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Teasing Out the Whole Story: Pilgrimage Walkabout
“Dreaming oneself into things ...” [Bachelard]

- By James Inabinet 

noteworthy women
​​queens of the Coast

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Donna Williams
Donna Williams: A Phenomenal Career in Business and Education
Donna Williams has built an extraordinary career spanning business and education.
​- by Maurice Singleton

amtrak update
news on our rail corridor

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SRC and Amtrak Reiterate Their Commitment to a June Launch
At the SRC meeting on March 7, commissioners and Amtrak project managers confirm they are still hoping for a June 2025 launch. Here are the latest details.
​- by Dena Temple

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Waveland Annual St. Pat's Parade Brings the Craic
​Irish eyes were smiling as the Waveland Civic Association's St. Patrick's Day parade brought the craic (fun). Originally scheduled for Saturday, March 15, the parade was moved to March 16 due to bad weather - and Sunday's weather could not have been more perfect. Sláinte!
​​- Photos by Gregg Martel

coast cuisine
great tastes

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Lester’s, A Local Haven​
Lester’s is a great option away from downtown: Parking is easy, prices are reasonable, and you most likely will bump into someone you know. It’s truly a locals’ spot.
- Story and photos by Heather Dubuisson

on the shoofly
things you don't want to miss

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Hummingbirds: Jewels in the Garden
Hummingbirds, gems of the Southern garden, are returning to our area after wintering in Central and South America. Learn how to attract them to your yard.
- Story and photos by Dena Temple

on the shoofly
things you don't want to miss

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Pop-Up to Permanent: Renaissance Dermatology Opens Satellite Clinic in Bay St. Louis
After enjoying several years of success as a pop-up clinic within Gulf Coast Home, Renaissance Dermatology recently opened its full-time satellite clinic in the Bay.
- by Anne Pitre; photos by Gregg Martel

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Despite Weather, Nereids Parade Prevails​
For a while there, it looked like the Krewe of Nereids would not catch a break. After having to cancel their beloved parade due to squalls and drenching rain, the group rescheduled for Fat Tuesday - and crossed their fingers. It turned out to be a great decision.
- Photos by Gregg Martel

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Krewe of Real People Take to the BSL Streets​
Undeterred by the coming bad weather, the Krewe of Real People held to their 60+-year tradition and hosted their annual Mardi Gras parade on Fat Tuesday. Led by King Arem Avery and Queen Delisa Thomas, the krewe conceded to roll early, and everyone had their usual great time. 
​- Photos by Brenda Comer

partner spotlight
supporting the shoofly magazine

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Gurley & Associates: Helping the Community, Young and Old​
 Whether advising her customers on Medicare solutions or volunteering in the community, Kristine Gurley and her staff are in the business of helping people.
- by Dena Temple

big buzz 
​​ what we're talking about

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Kiln Library Celebrates 25 Years
You are invited to help the staff of the Kiln Library celebrate the 25th anniversary of their building on Highway 603. Twenty-five years ago this month, the Kiln Library celebrated the dedication of its “new” building.
- Adapted from a HCLS news release

coast cuisine
great tastes

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Hook's recent Valentine's Day dinner featured an appetizer course of bruschetta with fresh tomatoes, feta, and a balsamic reduction.
Hooked on Hook Gulf Coast Cuisine​
With a menu featuring seafood so fresh it practically swam there – and much more – Hook Gulf Coast Cuisine brings big flavor to the downtown of Pass Christian.
- By Lisa Monti

big buzz 
​​ what we're talking about

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2025 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule and Routes
Let the good times roll! It’s finally time to yell, “Throw me something, Mister!” We've got the complete list of all the parades on the Mississippi Gulf Coast between now and Mardi Gras on March 4. 

- By Nicki Villarrubia​

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Snow Day on the Mississippi Gulf Coast!​
Gulf Coast residents rubbed their eyes in disbelief as they awoke Tuesday morning to heavy snow. Winds blew the fluffy flakes into snowdrifts, and snowbound residents picked up their cameras to record the historic event - and shared their images with The Shoofly!

big buzz 
​​ what we're talking about

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Author Lisa Genova is one of the many writers/authors scheduled to appear / photo by Greg Mentzer
Hancock Libraries Sponsor “Homegrown” Event at Southern Miss
​Thirty talented authors from Mississippi and surrounding areas will participate in live, in-person discussions about their books, what inspires them, and how others can join their exclusive club.

big buzz 
​​ what we're talking about

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Hancock Holiday Happenings
Can you buh-LEEEVE all the holiday happenings this season!? Whew!! As a service to our readers, here is a list of whats, whens, and wheres for events around the area. Happy holidays, y'all! 
- by Dena Temple

big buzz 
​​ what we're talking about

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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

aloha diamondhead
where living is easy

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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

waveland
​​the hospitality city

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Waveland PD investigator Eddie Hursey was honored recently for ten years of exemplary service to the community.
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

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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. 
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Fewer than 3% of our 5,000 subscribers donate, yet this support has a huge impact on how many stories we can cover each week with local, professional writers and photographers. We urge you to check out the Reader's Circle page and personally thank our supporters. 
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​Our Shoofly Partners are local businesses and organizations who share our mission to enrich community life in Bay St. Louis, Waveland, Diamondhead and Pass Christian. These are limited in number to maximize visibility. Email us now to become a Shoofly Partner!
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Alice Moseley Folk Art Museum

Bay Town Inn

Bay-tique Boutique

The Bay Bum

The Shops of Century Hall

Chiniche Engineering

Creole Creamery

The Cultured Oak

The French Potager

Hancock County Historical Society

HL Raymond Properties

Kenny Dental

Lagarde's Fine Wine & Spirits

The Loft
The Mane Salon

Magnolia Antiques

Ms. Mary's Old Town Snoballs

Mystic Ghost Tours

PJ's Coffee

Salty Soul Outfitters

Theatre in the Pass

VSPA at Hancock Women's Center

The Wedding Collection ​

John & Ning Wiebmer


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