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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 at the top.  Scroll down our page for older info.  #YallAboard     

Second Saturday
Art Walk

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HL Raymond Properties is one of the "hotspots" for April's Second Saturday art walk.
Second Saturday Art Walk, April 2023
Over the past 30 years, the monthly art walk has become one of the most popular events in the region. From 4–7 pm, gallery openings and live music keep the streets humming with activity. ​
April's Hotspots are Mockingbird Cafe, 110 South Second Street;  Bodega Spirits & Liquor, 111 Court Street; and HL Raymond Properties, 118-A North Beach Blvd. 
- by McKenzey Northington 

What's Up, Waveland?
happenings around town

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What's Up, Waveland? April 2023
An Easter Egg hunt, a crawfish cookoff, and the anniversary of one of Waveland's oldest congregations are features of this month's report, punctuated with some city news.
- by Bruce Northridge

Big Buzz
breaking news stories

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Consulting firm Orion Planning + Design provided extensive research to help inform decisions about the future of BSL.
“Bay St. Louis 2045” Off to an Energetic Start
A quick look into the future, the kick-off community meeting held on Wednesday, March 22 was a success, with over 130 residents participating. This is an opportunity for Bay St. Louis residents to shape the future of their city.
 - by Maurice Singleton

Nature Notes
the majesty of nature

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Communion With Nature: Prologue
In this age of man-made barriers to keep nature out of our lives, what if we tried listening to the needs of the land and its creatures?
- by James Inabinet, Ph. D. 

Shore Thing
Weekly fishing report

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Shore Thing Fishing Report, 3/29/23
Spring fishing continues to heat up, meaning lots of happy anglers for local charter captains!
- by Sonny Schindler, Shore Thing Fishing Charters

15 Minutes
photo gallery

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59th WCA St. Pats Parade Rolls in Waveland
In spite of cold temps and a bracing wind, the 3.7-mile Waveland Saint Patrick's Day Parade route was lined by enthusiastic parade-goers. A spirited time was had by all, thanks to the Waveland Civic Association!
- Photos by Gregg Martel

Shared History
spotlight on the past​

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Parrot Head bartender Hailee Parkfield whips up a beautiful, fresh fruit margarita.
Gulfside Assembly to Celebrate 100 Years
“It is not about the buildings; it’s about the mission,” said Cheryl Thompson about Gulfside Assembly, a place full of history.
- By Maurice Singleton

Partner Spotlight
making the Shoofly possible​

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Parrot Head bartender Hailee Parkfield whips up a beautiful, fresh fruit margarita.
Bodega Bay St. Louis: The Locals’ Best Kept Secret
Talk about an all-in-one place, from golf cart rentals to a wine and liquor store, to some of the best margaritas and sandwiches along the coast – Bodega has it all.  
- By Melanie Cole
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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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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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