Long Beach News

Mississippi Coast History Days: Learn about the history of the Mississippi Gulf Coast through 18th century re-enactments, historical presentations and cultural displays by various organizations.

Students at Thomas L. Reeves Elementary School in Long Beach planted a pair of trees Friday in celebration of Arbor Day.

If last week's impressive list of four opening weekend Carnival parades wasn't enough to get you into the Mardi Gras spirit, then maybe the seven parades on slate this weekend will.

One of the Scranton Diocese's former churches was incorrectly named in Monday's edition.

Although sales tax collections were down, the mayor is optimistic growth will put the city back on track.

The two biggest names came from Long Beach, as linebacker Richie Brown and defensive tackle Nick James both signed with Mississippi State.

Tracy Lee Freightman, 49, surrendered to authorities in Long Beach on Sunday after he learned he'd been featured in the Sun Herald's ongoing most-wanted series.

The Golden Eagles have jumped into the recruiting chase for Farmer, who also holds a Division I scholarship offer from Louisiana-Lafayette. He plans to announce his college choice on Monday, where it’s down to Ole Miss and Mississippi State.

Harrison County deputies arrested Clarence Dejuan Anderson, 27, of Westbury Lane, Gulfport, Thursday, on a felony charge of possession of the controlled substance cocaine with the intent to distribute, Sheriff Melvin Brisolara said.

Dot Copeland exhibit opening: An opening reception for this new exhibit will be held on Feb.

Just a helpful tip: "The more of a hurry you are in, the longer stuff takes." I've driven all over the world and was a driving instructor for armed forces personnel in Europe but a lot of drivers here could use more instruction.