SUMMARY: The Mississippi Gulf Coast, stretching 62 miles along the Magnolia State’s southern edge, blends rich culture, history, and natural beauty. From charming towns like Bay St. Louis, Gulfport, and Biloxi, visitors enjoy art galleries, historic sites, casinos, and fresh seafood. The quieter beaches invite relaxation, while events like Cruisin’ the Coast and local festivals celebrate community spirit. Food lovers savor oysters, po’boys, and gumbo, while nature enthusiasts explore the Coastal Birding Trail, bayous, and Gulf Islands National Seashore. Welcoming locals embody Southern hospitality, making the Gulf Coast an authentic, unforgettable destination for all.

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SUMMARY: The 2025 Mississippi Sales Tax Holiday runs from Friday, July 11 to Sunday, July 13, offering state sales tax exemptions on clothing, footwear, and school supplies under $100 per item. This event helps families prepare for school by easing the cost of necessary items and supports local businesses. Shoppers can use the holiday to save on back-to-school needs, holiday gifts, or general purchases. Online orders of qualifying items are also tax-free during this period. Coinciding with Amazon Prime Day, the holiday weekend promises extensive savings through overlapping promotions, making it an ideal time for Mississippi consumers to shop wisely.

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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources and the University of Southern Mississippi’s Thad Cochran Marine Aquaculture Center have launched the next phase of their Aquaculture Advanced Seed Production Training Program. Starting July 12, participants will spawn oysters using a mobile hatchery and engage in larval culture, pediveliger setting, and seed grading. This free 100-hour program trains oyster farmers and professionals to expand off-bottom oyster aquaculture, focusing on water quality, broodstock conditioning, and hatchery operations. The initiative aims to build local hatchery capacity, reduce reliance on out-of-state seed, and strengthen Mississippi’s oyster industry with two production runs scheduled for 2025.

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