With winds exceeding 125 mph and a storm surge that reached over 28 feet, Katrina was more than just a natural disaster—it was a moment that would define the future of Hancock County and the communities across the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The days following the storm were a true testament to the strength and resilience of our community. - by Kirby Rhodes  Photo provided by Craig Martin
For Katrina's third anniversary, Bay St. Louis plans a celebration: New Day in the Bay, focusing on the rebuilding effort. But another hurricane upends the best laid plans. - by Ellis Anderson  New Day in the Bay, celebrating the town's continuing recovery from Katrina was squashed when Hurricane Gustav arrived. Photo by Ellis Anderson
Although the community had survived the ferocity of Katrina, the storm unleashed forces that could finish off the community's soul for good. - by Ellis Anderson Part 11 in a series of excerpts from the award-winning book that follows Bay St. Louis through the very heart of Hurricane Katrina – and three years of grinding aftermath. The Shoofly Magazine is publishing one excerpt from the book each week through the storm's 20th anniversary on August 29.  Augusta Acker in front of her Citizen Street house, post-Katrina. The historic house was later deemed unsalvageable and demolished. photo by Ellis Anderson
With approachable food at reasonable prices, Tacos & Beer is meant to appeal to visitors and locals alike.
- by Francesca Bianci 
An appetizer of nachos can be enough for a meal with the addition of a protein.
Two years after the storm, Katrina survivors struggle to “get over it,” yet many discover something called Post-Traumatic Growth taking place in their lives.
- by Ellis Anderson Part 10 in a series of excerpts from the award-winning book that follows Bay St. Louis through the very heart of Hurricane Katrina – and three years of grinding aftermath. The Shoofly Magazine is publishing one excerpt from the book each week through the storm's 20th anniversary on August 29. 
Door in Bay St. Louis post-Katrina, by Ellis Anderson
As waves disintegrate the building around them, seven people and two dogs are forced to enter the full fury of the storm.
- by Ellis Anderson The ninth installment of the award-winning book that follows Bay St. Louis through the very heart of Hurricane Katrina – and three years of grinding aftermath. The Shoofly Magazine is publishing one excerpt from the book each week through the storm's 20th anniversary on August 29, 
Doug Niolet, Kevan Guillory and Nikki Nicholson (Moon) by the tree that saved their lives. Photo by Joe Tomasovsky
August’s Second Saturday is going to be a hot one, but get ready for some cool, groovy fun with Peace, Love, and Hippies on August 9. The Mockingbird Café will be celebrating its 19th birthday with their annual BirdStock event featuring hot music, cool beverages, and a Hippie look-alike contest! Put on some hip 1960’s style clothing and join the fun!
- By Holly Harrison & Shannon Stage, Old Town Merchants Association 
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