Photo provided courtesy of Ken Murphy
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Covering Bay St. Louis, Waveland, Diamondhead and Pass Christian.
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Amtrak Gulf Coast
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amtrak update
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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 |
on the shoofly
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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
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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 |
shore thing
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Axel from Mike, MS, with his first-ever sheepshead he caught near Bayou Caddy.
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Shore Thing Fishing Report, 3/12/2025
Near-shore fishing is hot, and there are some gigantic fish providing memorable action. Read on for the where, when, and how! - by Sonny Schindler, Shore Thing Fishing Charters |
15 minutes
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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 |
15 minutes
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A Marvelously Mystic Lundi Gras Parade
Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse hosted the 10th annual Lundi Gras parade this week in downtown Bay St. Louis. The beloved, pirate-themed golf cart parade featured decorated carts, with prizes for the best decorations. Marching clubs and school bands rounded out the lineup and helped make the much-anticipated event truly memorable. - Photos by Gregg Martel |
second saturday
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Second Saturday, March 2025: Souper Mudfest
Souper Mudfest - one of the most popular events of the year in Bay St. Louis - will take place March 8, rain or shine. Read more about this annual tradition here. - By Holly Harrison & Shannon Stage, Old Town Merchants Association |
partner spotlight
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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 |
15 minutes
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Homegrown: A Writers' Exchange
Writers and writers-to-be came together on a sunny February Saturday to learn more about the craft and the business of being a successful author. Seminars included a panel discussion with two Coast authors who wrote memoirs about Hurricane Katrina; and a much-anticipated discussion between authors Lisa Genova and Katy Simpson Smith. -Photos by Brenda Comer |
15 minutes
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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
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Author Lisa Genova is one of the many writers/authors scheduled to appear / photo by Greg Mentzer
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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. |
15 minutes
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Will the Real Dolly Please Stand Up?
The weather may have been chilly, but the competition was red-hot at this year’s Dolly Should look-alike contest in Old Town. The wigs were blonde as beauties from the Bay (and beyond) channeled the Backwoods Barbie with their neighbors cheering them on. - Photos by Brenda Comer |
15 minutes
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Rock 'n' Roux Competition Stirs Taste Buds
The fragrance of andouille sausage and seafood filled the air around 100 Men Hall last weekend at the annual Rock 'N' Roux gumbo cookoff. Area cooks whipped up their family's secret recipes, to the delight of attendees who got to sample them and choose their favorites while enjoying three great bands. - by Melanie Cole |
nature notes
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Teasing Out the Whole Story: Pilgrimage Walkabout
The whole story of a place cannot be determined by the experience of one person, or even many. Every organism that experiences the place has a story that, together, are parts of a whole, and spiritual experience must be included in that story as well. - By James Inabinet |
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Welcoming the New Year, Bay St. Louis Style
No one welcomes the New Year like Bay St. Louis. Whether you spent the evening on the VIP balcony at 200 North Beach or down on the street partying with the Chee Weez, there was something for everyone, and it was all fuuu-un. - Photos by Gregg Martel |
talk of the town
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The downtown landscape is changing again as this Beach Blvd. real estate office will be replaced by a new boutique hotel.
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A New Year, A New BSL Escape
The new year will bring a small boutique hotel to the Bay St. Louis beachfront. - by Lisa Monti |
15 minutes
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Christmas On Coleman 2024
Goodwill was shared by neighbors attending the annual Christmas on Coleman event. Revelers enjoyed treats from food trucks, then lined up to watch the annual Christmas parade. Then, as they sang Christmas carols on the town square, children and adults alike felt the joy of Christmas in their hearts. - Photos by Marian Glaser |
coast cuisine
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Sip, Savor, and Socialize at Hen House
Hen House is the perfect spot for a relaxing glass of wine or an evening out with friends. The atmosphere, drinks, and food create a beautiful experience for anyone. This is a don’t-miss spot in the growing Depot District in Bay St. Louis. - by Kirby Rhodes |
big buzz
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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 |
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A Magical Night for "Christmas in the Pass"
The Pass Christian Firefighters Association really knows how to summon the holiday spirit. Parade, live music, fireworks, craft vendors, and a kids' zone took the event to the next level, and an appearance by Santa and The Grinch guaranteed that residents would believe this was the best Christmas kickoff ever. - Photos by Gregg Martel |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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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