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Travel South USA launches multi-state Southern Journeys itineraries
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Travel South USA and America 4 You have rolled out Southern Journeys, a new set of bookable itineraries designed to help international travel sellers package trips across the American South.
American Cruise Lines and Natchez break ground on new Mississippi River dock
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American Cruise Lines and the City of Natchez began work Wednesday on a major new cruise dock along the Mississippi River, the company’s largest port infrastructure project to date.
Madison County approves conference center and Mississippi’s first Dolce by Wyndham
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Madison County gave final approval Sept. 8 for a 50,000-square-foot conference center in Ridgeland paired with a privately financed 250-room Dolce by Wyndham hotel.
Beachmate Shovel expands into 100 Walmart stores
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Beachmate said its Made-in-USA Beachmate Shovel is rolling out to 100 Walmart stores nationwide as the Charleston brand pushes its flagship beach tool into one of the country’s largest retail channels.
Muscatine launches sponsorship push for parks, sports tourism and wellness
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The City of Muscatine has launched its first formal community sponsorship initiative to support parks, recreation, sports tourism, public wellness and economic development.
Dr. Zakk Varughese named chairman and president of Gulf Coast Association of REALTISTS
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Dr. Zakk Varughese, a Mississippi broker and owner of HomesRX, has been named chairman and president of the Gulf Coast Association of REALTISTS as the new NAREB affiliate expands across 10 Mississippi Gulf Coast cities.
Honey Parker’s Vampire Happy Hour returns to 100 Men Hall for book launch
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Honey Parker will mark the release of her new novel, V-Life: The Outing, with the third annual Vampire Happy Hour on Oct. 29 at historic 100 Men Hall in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi.
HaulerPro launches dispatch tool for independent trucking services
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HaulerPro rolled out HaulerPro Dispatch and cut the starting price of its carrier platform to $59 a month, aiming to put dispatchers and small trucking companies on the same system.
Emerald Coast By Owner and Hospitable launch direct-booking integration
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Emerald Coast By Owner has launched a new integration with Hospitable that lets vacation rental hosts connect eligible Gulf Coast properties and manage direct bookings through existing workflows.
Glazed and Amused maps 1,800 independent donut shops nationwide
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Glazed and Amused has launched a free directory that catalogs more than 1,800 independent donut shops across all 50 states and pairs them with 17 themed donut trails.
LOUMIS Air highlights why duct insulation matters in humid Gulf Coast homes
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LOUMIS Air is drawing attention to duct insulation as a key HVAC issue in Louisiana and Mississippi, where hot attics, humid crawl spaces, and condensation can reduce efficiency and comfort.
American Blonde releases Delta Home EP and new single
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American Blonde has released its six-song EP Delta Home, produced by Grammy-nominated Lincoln Parish, and launched the new single and video “Kiss Me Like The World Is Ending.” The band is also making vinyl available for the first time through its…
ExpoRoster rolls out 2027 trade show calendar and B2B contact research
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ExpoRoster, a Valor Marketing brand, is offering a January 2027 trade show and conference calendar plus independently researched audience and exhibitor contact data for sales and marketing teams.
Witness Martial Arts opens Gulfport academy under Coach Mike Sanford
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Witness Martial Arts has opened a new Gulfport, Mississippi, academy offering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, boxing, kickboxing, MMA and kids classes.
Atlas Roofing backs St. Jude Dream Home giveaways in 14 markets
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Atlas Roofing Corporation will provide roofing systems and donate more than $100,000 in materials for each participating St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway market in 2026. The sponsorship spans 14 cities and supports fundraising for St. Jude Children’s…
Hilary Williams to serve as 2026 Oak Leaf Festival grand marshal
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Hilary Williams will be Guest of Honor and Grand Marshal of the 2026 Oak Leaf Festival in Oak Hill, West Virginia, over Labor Day weekend.
ECBYO launches GulfShoresAlabama.com for Gulf Coast rentals
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ECBYO.COM has launched GulfShoresAlabama.com, a new destination site built to promote vacation rentals in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan while steering travelers toward direct booking.
RefillGenie adds Spanish-language access for same-day prescription refills
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RefillGenie now offers Spanish-language access to its text-based prescription refill service across 49 states and Washington, D.C. The Jersey City telehealth company says it has treated 15,000 patients as it expands a 24/7 option for people who…
Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers opens new Gulfport location
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Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers has opened a new store at 12317 Hwy 49 in Gulfport, Mississippi, expanding its footprint in the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area.
Gulf of America Alliance funds 20 resilience projects across the Gulf Coast
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The Gulf of America Alliance is backing 20 new and ongoing Gulf Star projects across Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas to support coastal resilience, habitats, water quality and environmental education.
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