Biloxi, Mississippi

Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant is Bringing Surf/Beach Culture to Biloxi

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Thursday, March 7, 2019
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NEW ORLEANS, March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant , the popular beach and surf bar concept headquarteredin New Orleans, announced today it is coming to Biloxi, Mississippi.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant , the popular beach and surf bar concept headquarteredin New Orleans, announced today it is coming to Biloxi, Mississippi.
  • Located on Biloxi Beach, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the newest Lucy's will move in to the multi-story, waterfront space formerly occupied by Bacchus on the Beach.
  • Lucy's Biloxi is expected to open for lunch, dinner and late-night beginning in late April.
  • Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant got its start in 1985 on Manhattan's Upper West Side.

Jeffrey M. Nuskind, M.S., DABR is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Tuesday, August 7, 2018
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BILOXI, Miss., Aug. 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Jeffrey M. Nuskind, M.S., DABR is recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member in the field of Medicine in recognition of his role as Senior Medical Physicist at Keesler Air Force Base.

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  • BILOXI, Miss., Aug. 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Jeffrey M. Nuskind, M.S., DABR is recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member in the field of Medicine in recognition of his role as Senior Medical Physicist at Keesler Air Force Base.
  • A joint training facility, Keesler not only trains the Air Force but specializes in implementing training to several facets of military and federal agency personnel.
  • An illustrious professional in the field of Medicine, Jeffrey M. Nuskind is commended for his role as Senior Medical Physicist at Keesler Air Force Base.
  • In his current capacity as a distinguished physicist, Nuskind is responsible for calibrating medical equipment, working with physicians, and analyzing the response from radiation.

IGT Technology Powers Sports Betting at Two Boyd Gaming Casinos in Mississippi

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Monday, August 6, 2018
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LONDON, Aug. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its world-class sports betting platform now powers retail sports betting at Boyd Gaming's (NYSE: BYD)two Mississippi casinos IP Casino Resort and Spa in Biloxi, and Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall in Tunica.

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  • LONDON, Aug. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its world-class sports betting platform now powers retail sports betting at Boyd Gaming's (NYSE: BYD)two Mississippi casinos IP Casino Resort and Spa in Biloxi, and Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall in Tunica.
  • Guests of both Mississippi resort-casinos can now place pre-game and in-progress sports bets over the counter via IGT's sports betting technology.
  • "The expansion of sports betting is an exciting growth opportunity for our company, and we are pleased to offer this new gaming entertainment product to our Mississippi customers via IGT's proven, user-friendly technology," said Vincent Schwartz, Boyd Gaming Senior Vice President of Operations.
  • "IGT is pleased to extend our long-standing relationship with Boyd Gaming to include sports betting technology for its Mississippi-based casinos," said Enrico Drago, IGT Senior Vice President PlayDigital.

Cruisin' The Coast® Chosen Nation's Best Car Event

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Friday, August 3, 2018
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BILOXI, Miss., Aug. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- What we've all known for a long time is now a fact across the country, Cruisin' The Coast (CTC) has been voted as America's best car event, according to USA Today's 10Best.com.

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  • BILOXI, Miss., Aug. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- What we've all known for a long time is now a fact across the country, Cruisin' The Coast (CTC) has been voted as America's best car event, according to USA Today's 10Best.com.
  • "Hospitality and friendliness have been a part of our event from day one, " he continued.
  • Cruisin' The Coast started in 1996 with 374 registered vehicles, mostly from the Gulf Coast region.
  • In 2017, the event registered 8,303 vehicles from 40 states, Canada, Germany and Puerto Rico.

Boyd Gaming Launches Sports Betting In Mississippi

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Friday, August 3, 2018
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LAS VEGAS, Aug. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) today announced that it opened sports books today at its two Mississippi properties IP Casino Resort Spa in Biloxi, and Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall in Tunica -- following the receipt of final approval from the Mississippi Gaming Commission.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Aug. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) today announced that it opened sports books today at its two Mississippi properties IP Casino Resort Spa in Biloxi, and Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall in Tunica -- following the receipt of final approval from the Mississippi Gaming Commission.
  • Boyd Gaming currently operates 10 sports books at its properties across southern Nevada.
  • "Expanded sports betting is an exciting growth opportunity, offering us another way to diversify our business and expand our appeal and Boyd Gaming is well-positioned to be a leader in this emerging business."
  • Founded in 1975, Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) is a leading geographically diversified operator of 24 gaming entertainment properties in seven states.

MGM Resorts First to Market with Mississippi Sports Wagering

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Thursday, August 2, 2018
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"MGM Resorts is proud to once again assume the leadership position in the hospitality industry," said Jim Murren, chairman and chief executive officer of MGM Resorts International.

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  • "MGM Resorts is proud to once again assume the leadership position in the hospitality industry," said Jim Murren, chairman and chief executive officer of MGM Resorts International.
  • Located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast in Biloxi, MGM Resorts International's Beau Rivage Resort & Casino was named one of 2017's Top 10 "South's Best Resorts" by Southern Living.
  • Gold Strike Casino Resort is MGM Resorts International's 1,200-room resort located 20 minutes south of Memphis in Tunica, Mississippi.
  • The 78,000 global employees of MGM Resorts are proud of their company for being recognized as one of FORTUNE Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies.

Luxury Intracoastal Waterway Estate To Be Sold At Online Auction

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Monday, April 30, 2018
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LITTLE RIVER, S.C., April 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- A picturesque property on the Grand Strand will be headed for online auction, and for one buyer, this estate could be theirs.

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  • LITTLE RIVER, S.C., April 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- A picturesque property on the Grand Strand will be headed for online auction, and for one buyer, this estate could be theirs.
  • Charlotte, NC-based company, Interluxe, will be hosting the online auction for this Intracoastal Waterway estate on Monday, May 7th at 9:00 AM EDT.
  • With over 400' on the Intracoastal Waterway, there is a private 40' boat slip with available jet-ski ramps for the watersports enthusiasts.
  • Heading into the home, you will be impressed by the millwork and decorative finishes, including the tiled mosaic in the foyer.

Peoples Financial Corporation To Present At Gulf South Bank Conference

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Friday, May 4, 2018
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BILOXI, Miss., May 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Peoples Financial Corporation (OTCQX Best Market: PFBX), parent of The Peoples Bank, announced it will participate in the 2018 Gulf South Bank Conference in New Orleans on May 7 8, 2018.

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  • BILOXI, Miss., May 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Peoples Financial Corporation (OTCQX Best Market: PFBX), parent of The Peoples Bank, announced it will participate in the 2018 Gulf South Bank Conference in New Orleans on May 7 8, 2018.
  • Chevis C. Swetman, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer for Peoples Financial Corporation will address conference attendees on Monday, May 7 at approximately 11:25 a.m. Central Time.
  • Founded in 1896, with $647 million in assets as of March 31, 2018, The Peoples Bank operates 18 branches along the Mississippi Gulf Coast in Hancock, Harrison, Jackson and Stone counties.
  • The Peoples Bank is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Peoples Financial Corporation, listed on the OTCQX Best Market under the symbol PFBX.