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Local attorney Chris Johnson takes the reader on a suspenseful journey in his latest novel, set in Bay St. Louis.
- Story by Anne Pitre 
The COVID-19 pandemic forced the closure of the Hancock County Library System. But they were determined to continue serving the community.
- Story by Natalie Daspit, photos by Ellis Anderson 
The Bay St. Louis branch of the Hancock County Library is offering curbside pickup.
This specially themed Second Saturday artwalk in July - Frida Fest - celebrates the birthday of iconic artist Frida Kahlo with an extraordinary virtual costume contest and a fiesta of other special happenings!
- Stories by Caitlin Bourgeois, photos by Caitlin Bourgeois and Ellis Anderson 
Waveland Alderman Jeremy Burke shares details of a recent energy audit; sad news about the annual Fourth of July fireworks; and the next Food Truck Friday.
Waveland's annual Fourth of July fireworks display has been postponed to Labor Day.
Forty-five of the area’s hottest properties for sale are throwing open their doors and inviting you in for a tour.
- Story by Dena Temple 
When you’re looking for an outside dining experience with great views and even greater seafood, Cuz's Old Town Oyster Bar & Grill won’t steer you wrong.
- Story by Lisa Monti, photos by Ellis Anderson 
Po' boys are a specialty at Cuz's, like this one featuring succulent cornmeal-coated Gulf shrimp. And by the way - this is a HALF.
After an executive career at top New Orleans hotels, Janice now owns Bay Life Gifts and volunteers her expertise to local tourism and relocation programs.
- story by Caitlin Bourgeois 
Spring is a beautiful time of year here on the Gulf Coast. This is the perfect season to spend time at home, especially outdoors – even if it’s not by choice. If you will be “sheltering in place” because of the coronavirus, is your yard as beautiful as you’d like it to be?
- Story and photos by Dena Temple 
Kathleen Parr, co-owner of Garden Spot Nursery in Slidell, greets customers and offers gardening advice.
Founded in 1896, The Peoples Bank is a cornerstone of the financial success of the Gulf Coast region. Get to know CEO Chevis Swetman, and learn what he sees in our future.
- Story by Dena Temple 
Handsome pedestal clock is a landmark in front of The Peoples Bank's headquarters in Biloxi.
The Main Street entrance to Parrot Head Bar and Grill
During the Second Saturday Artwalk each month in Old Town Bay St. Louis, you'll find cool deals, fresh meals and lots of art and live music!
Be sure to check out June "Hot Spots" Parrot Head Bar & Grill (111 Court Street) and Bay Life Gifts (112 S. 2nd Street). Read more about these featured businesses below! - stories by Caitlin Bourgeois
This month, Waveland Alderman Jeremy Burke provides details on a new construction project, and welcomes everyone back to Food Truck Fridays!
- Photos by Richard Gleber and Dena Temple 
With some thought and advance planning, you can prepare for the next big storm and protect what’s most important to you. We've got a complete list of resources to help.
- story by Dena Temple photos by Dena Temple and Ellis Anderson 
The first bands of Hurricane Gustav approach Bay Saint Louis in 2008. Photo by Ellis Anderson.
Least Terns are the new celebrity neighbors on Beach Boulevard… but will they be allowed to nest here, or will they be evicted from their chosen home?
- Story by Dena Temple 
The Least Terns need your help:
There are 12 nests right now in Hancock County. Audubon Mississippi's Coastal Bird Stewardship program tried to get permission to help protect them by placing low posts and ropes around the nesting area for several weeks. They appeared before the Hancock County Supervisors on June 1st. Two beachfront property owners opposed roping. Two other local residents spoke in favor, one against. The supervisors voted to allow signage, but no ropes. Please write the supervisors and express support for the terns. One reason given for not allowing the ropes was that it would harm tourism. You'll see by reading the story below that the opposite is true. Here's the letter we sent to the Supervisors. Feel free to copy and paste it. Even though it's after the fact, they'll inevitably be considering the terns' protection in the future. Dear Hancock County Supervisor, We recognize the value of having Least Terns nest in our county. They provide an additional (and free) visitor attraction, educational opportunities for our youth, and enrich our environment. Please support Audubon Mississippi's Coastal Bird Stewardship Program in all their efforts to protect the nests. Thank you for your consideration, ~ Scotty Adam - president - Scotty.Adam@co.hancock.ms.us ~ Greg Shaw - vice president - Greg.Shaw@co.hancock.ms.us ~ Theresa Ryan -tryan@co.hancock.ms.us ~ Kodie Koenenn -kkoenenn@co.hancock.ms.us ~ Darrin "Bo" Ladner Darrin - Bo.Ladner@co.hancock.ms.us
In this series of photo essays, the Shoofly Magazine showcases the work of local photographers. Their only instructions? Show us the coast through your lens. This month we feature the work of artist Kat Fitzpatrick.
In most cases, the photographers write a little overview of their work for this column. In this case, Kat submitted a remarkable poem:
The folks at “Keep Waveland Beautiful” aren’t afraid of big ideas – and they were determined to beautify the Waveland beach, one tree at a time.
- Story by Dena Temple - Photos by Dena Temple and Valerie Fitts 
Photograph by Valerie Fitts
Don't forget to submit your entry in our pirate photo contest. Let's face it: When you can’t pillage, you might as well pose!
-Story by Lisa Monti, photos courtesy Shoofly Magazine archive 
Contestants Cindy and Thadd Turner
BSL resident Elise Epperson Deano transformed a happy memory into a community labor of love.
- Story by Lisa Monti, photos by Elise Epperson Deano 
One of the gallery’s longtime exhibiting artists talks history, community and the current state of affairs in our resort town.
- Story by Dena Temple, photos courtesy Gallery 220 and Ellis Anderson 
While the Starfish Café remains closed, Wholey Foods helps support their mission with meal plans for healthy eating.
- Story by Lisa Monti 
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