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February 2019 Diamondhead News

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FEBRUARY, 2019

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Diamondhead Krewe of Mardi Diamondhead junior golf Gras announces Grand Marshall instructors score a new record 2019, Senator Philip Moran Senator Moran was born in Bay St Louis on March 6, 1961. He is married to the former Sheila Morris; they have two children, Lori and Alan. His son Alan is a City Councilman for Diamondhead. The Morans are going to celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary this year. Senator Moran is a former Hancock County Supervisor and board president, He owns his own company, Philips Pest Control, LLC. He attended Mississippi State University where he earned his BS degree in Business and Agriculture. He has had his business for 35 years, having learned the trade from his father in law. Senator Moran, a native of Hancock County, is a member of the Knights of Columbus, through the Catholic Church. He is a member of the Hancock Rotary Club, Hancock Chamber of Commerce, Business & Professional Association and MSU Alumni.

HIS LEGISLATIVE EXPERIENCE IS FROM 2012 TO THE PRESENT Senator Moran authored

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Senator Phillip Moran

the lottery bill for which he campaigned for 20 years. He also secured 35% BP money for Hancock County, stating that other coastal counties received 25%. At the state level, Senator Moran serves on several committees to include, Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks - Chair - Veterans and Military Affairs Vice-Chair · Appropriations, County Affairs,

Economic Development, Energy, Enrolled Bills, Highways and Transportation, Investigate State Offices, Labor, Ports and Marine Resources. We look forward to having Senator Moran as our Grand Marshall who says it is an Honor to serve as Grand Marshal, adding that the Diamondhead parade is his favorite since it is so family friendly.

Our junior golf instructors have accomplished something that’s never happened In the 50-year history of the Gulf States PGA! No golf facility has won the Junior Player Development Award three consecutive times until now. In 2016 and 2017 Chris Altese, PGA, Director of Golf, received the award and Hoppy Smith, PGA, Director of Player Development, is the 2018 award winner. And, to put a cherry on top, Hoppy has been named as a U.S. Kids Golf Top 50 Instructor. Jimmy Headrick, PGA, and a member of the Golf Academy of Diamondhead teaching staff is the most decorated PGA Professional in the Gulf States PGA for his work of growing and developing junior golf said “what has

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Hoppy Smith, golf instructor

happened is historical and I feel it won’t happen again. This truly sets Diamondhead apart as a true

leader in junior golf in the mid-south”. Way to go guys!

Krewe of Diamondhead Mardi Gras Parade Noon, Saturday, March 2 The parade begins at Diamondhead Community Center, travels south on Gex Drive, turns left at 4-way stop, and continues through shopping district, turning right past the Fire Station and ending at the Diamondhead Country Club.


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BUSINESS

7610 Country Club Circle, Diamondhead, MS 39525

The Diamondhead News is the ONLY official voice of the Diamondhead Country Club and Property Owners Association, Inc. As such, it is solely responsible for its content. The Diamondhead Property Owners Association, Inc. will maintain sole control of the editorial content. A monthly publication by the Diamondhead P.O.A.; offices are located at 7610 Country Club Circle, Diamondhead, MS 39525 Email dhnews@cableone.net Telephone 228-332-2282 Editor Karen Flores Gulf Publishing Co., Inc., the publisher of the Sun Herald will be responsible for production, printing, advertising and distribution (by mail) of The Diamondhead News. For advertising information, call Derrick Ivy at (228) 896-2415 or email divy@sunherald.com.

POA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Bob Marthouse, President

720-273-4593

Karen Rice, Secretary

228-216-9990

Pat Laird, Ex-Officio

228-255-5017 504-460-7710

charvey@nvisionsolutions.com

Bill Hatchett, Treasurer

bhatchett@yahoo.com

Teresa Ertel, Director Dick Nolan, Director Jerome Tullier, Director Gary Becker, Director

Donald Silcio, Director Stewart Nutting, Director

karenrice2020@gmail.com

lairdpat2016@yahoo.com

630-215-7996 630-773-8398

teresaertel@aol.com

228-238-3769

jjtullier@gmail.com

985-768-6991 228-467-5403

dsilcio76@yahoo.com

228-216-4918 228-255-7702

813-215-2761

228-363-2549

Month Membership Dues Country Club Golf Operations Academy Tennis Marina Pier House Airport Recreation Grounds Maint Facilities Maint Marketing Administration

bob@diamondhead2020.com

Craig Harvey, Vice-President 228-342-8395

985-256-0577

DIAMONDHEAD COUNTRY CLUB & PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. Financial Summary, December 31, 2018

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ASSOCIATION STAFF Tom Koger ..............................................................................Genereal Manager Eli Biggers ........................................................................Country Club Manager Karen Flores ............................................................................. Managing Editor Steve Garman ....................................................................... Tennis Professional Nancy Perkins........................................................................ Sales & Marketing Chris Altese .................................................................................Director of Golf “Hoppy” Smith ...............................Director of Training & Player Development Steve Smith ................................................................. Golf Course Maintenance Kinta Bakken..................................................................Recreation Coordinator Ted South ...................................................................................... Harbor Master

EXTENSION DIRECTORY POA Office .............................................................255-1900 or 1-800-321-3840 Fax ......................................................................................................... 255-4296 Airport .................................................................................................. 255-0502 Facilities Maintenance ......................................................................... 255-3343 Country Club........................................................................................ 255-2918 19th Hole ............................................................................................... 255-5005 Fire District/Emergency 911/Business................................................ 255-1314 Golf Pro Shop ....................................................................................... 255-3910 Golf Tee Times .......................................................255-5517 or 1-800-346-8741 Marina................................................................................................... 216-6247 Personnel................................................................................... 255-1900 ex-123 Sewage & Water ................................................................................... 255-5813 Tennis World......................................................................................... 255-5030 Waste Collection ................................................................................... 832-3144

Revenue

Totals

190,523 142,873 86,951 2,133 4,803 6,250 2,816 3,942 18,494 458,786

Year-to-Date

Revenue

Membership Dues Country Club Golf Operations Academy Tennis Marina Pier House Airport Recreation Grounds Maint Facilities Maint Marketing Administration

3,968,578 1,493,175 1,634,033 3,000 69,688 97,365 72,000 32,516 23,111 2,099 90,793 7,486,358

Totals

Capital Projects

Expensed

Grounds Country Club Golf Tennis Recreation Facilities/Maintenance Administration Marina Airport Common Amenities Totals

Expense 173,947 124,619 5,008 9,315 6,627 16,760 2,150 23,375 21,125 27,936 11,725 80,564 503,153

Expense 1,909,886 1,570,070 68,371 147,437 115,830 77,060 28,269 351,125 324,153 340,349 158,227 1,235,336 6,326,115

Approved

Net Income (Net Loss) 190,523 (31,074) (37,668) (5,008) (7,182) (1,824) (10,510) 665 (19,433) (21,125) (27,936) (11,725) (62,071) (44,367)

Net Income (Net Loss) 3,968,578 (416,711) 63,964 (65,371) (77,749) (18,466) (5,060) 4,247 (328,014) (324,153) (340,349) (156,128) (1,144,544) 1,160,243

Budget 178,951 (47,619) (49,760) (5,824) (8,323) (1,829) 4,968 117 (16,846) (27,707) (36,346) (11,032) 28,943 7,693

Budget 3,826,758 (437,033) 105,738 (56,428) (48,146) (4,938) 31,587 1,404 (268,166) (328,741) (343,252) (163,789) (1,178,855) 1,136,139

Budget Variance 11,572 16,545 12,092 816 1,141 5 (15,478) 548 (2,587) 6,582 8,410 (693) (91,014) (52,060)

Dues Allocation

Budget Variance 141,820 20,322 (41,774) (8,943) (29,603) (13,528) (36,647) 2,843 (59,848) 4,588 2,903 7,661 34,311 24,104

Dues Allocation

31,074 37,668 5,008 7,182 1,824 10,510 19,433 21,125 27,936 11,725 62,071 235,556

416,711 65,371 77,749 18,466 5,060 328,014 324,153 340,349 156,128 1,144,544 2,876,545

Variance

33,905 182,129 247,593 172,379 76,147 5,126 41,303 15,453 50,218 97,673

40,000 214,000 310,000 186,724 102,000 5,126 109,000 19,000 60,000 276,874

6,095 31,871 62,407 14,345 25,853 0 67,697 3,547 9,782 179,201

921,925

1,322,724

400,799

VIOLATIONS/COMPLAINTS (42) 8 - Boats & trailers 2 – Contractor signs 2 – RV/Campers 1 – Unpermitted construction 9 – Utility trailers 2 – Inoperable vehicles 6 – Overgrown/Unsightly property 5 – Vehicles parked in yard 3 – Animal noise 3 – Vehicles parked on street 1 – Animal running loose


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PUBLIC SERVICES EAST HANCOCK LIBRARY By Mary Gobert

Everyone at East Hancock Library hopes that all of you have happily rung in the new year and are well into enjoying King Cakes from far and near! We’re never far away from fun here in beautiful Diamondhead, and the library can be part of that fun too! Children’s Story Hour for the littles is every Friday at 10:30. This month’s dates are February 1, 8, 15, and 22. Ms. Lynn has a great lineup of

books and Ms. Carol has a great lineup of crafts to go with them. Strength and Flexibility Classes continue! Come to any or all classes and see an improvement in your mobility! Classes are on Mondays and Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:30. Monday’s dates this month are the 4th, 11th, and 25th. Tuesday’s dates are the 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th. The library is closed on Monday the 18th for President’s Day. Make and Create is held each month on the first Thursday from 10 until 12.

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This month it will be on the 7th. Bring something to work on and visit for a while. Sometimes, activities are planned that you can participate in as well. Come check it out! Fun and Games is a

relatively new activity that is held twice a month. This month’s dates are the 7th and the 21st. Last month, we averaged 10 participants per session and everyone enjoyed the time we shared. Come at 2:00,

play cards or board games until 4:00. It’s fun to learn new games and meet new people! Beginner Line Dancing from 10 till 11 is the newest activity being held at East Hancock Library. Every Thursday except the first Thursday of the month we practice popular line dances but do it step by step so that you can truly learn a dance each week. You can try it out on the 14th, 21st, or 28th this month. Put your boots on (or dance in your socks!) and join us! LSD Book Club is one year old! As we celebrate our first anniversary this

month, membership is at 21 now, and new people join each month. February’s book is The Alice Network by Kate Quinn. Join us at 10:30 on Wednesday, February 13th if you’d like to be part of a great group! More than Books will be a 90 minute session on Thursday, February 14th from 1 to 2:30. It will be about resources you might not think of at the library. For example, come and find out about 3-D printing! Check the website, http://www.hancock libraries.info/, for

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COMMUNITY CHURCHES SERVING DIAMONDHEAD Diamondhead Community Church 5301 Diamondhead Circle 228-255-5556, dhcommunitychurch.org Worship Services: Services are held Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Holy Communion is served on the first Sunday of every month. The church has a diverse Music Ministry program. The Chancel Choir is enjoyed during the 10 a.m. service from September through May. Also participating in worship throughout the year are a Handbell Choir, a Praise Band, and the Living Springs Singers. Our Wednesday Night Youth Program runs weekly from 5:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. The program is for Youth in Grades K thru 12. Youth are divided into groups according to school grades. Meals are provided at no cost. Two Adult Christian Education classes are offered each Sunday from 9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. In addition, during the 10 a.m. service, children in grades K-5th meet for Children’s Church. Nursery care is available from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. each Sunday for infants through Kindergarten. Marriage Class: We will be offering a class on Marriage starting on Sunday February 3rd at 9 a.m. Child care will be provided free of charge.

Diamondhead United Methodist Church www.diamondhead -umc.org 5305 Noma Drive 228-255-6888 Services on Sunday are at 9:00 am for our traditional service, The Heritage, and 11:00 am our modern service, The Harbor. Sunday school is offered for all ages at 10:00 am. Children are welcome to worship with their parents or you may leave them in the nursery. Our Student Ministry is every Sunday evening 5-7 pm with a meal provided. Each student participates in games, art, music, biblical lessons, and fun. DUMC Youth has joined with Diamondhead Community Church on January 25 for a movie night. Also, our youth will be hosting its 6th Annual Sweetheart Dinner. This year we will have a show. The youth will serve Spaghetti & Meatballs, Salad, and Dessert. Hope to see you there! DUMC will host Financial Peace in March. Grace Chapel Baptist Church 9208 Edwin Ladner Rd. Pass Christian, 228-255-3255 Pastor Stan gracechapelms @cableone.net Sunday morning: Bible study groups, 9:30; Worship, 10:30 - Sunday evening: Adult Bible study, 5. Call Grace Chapel for

additional services and times Jacob’s Well Baptist Church 29554 Vic Faye Road, Pass Christian, Ms. 39571 228-255-2555, jacobswellms@aol.com Worship times on Sundays: 9 a.m. Worship, 10 a.m. Sunday School and 11 a.m. Worship Most Holy Trinity Catholic 9062 Kiln-Delisle Pass Christian, MS 228-255-1294 mhtcatholic.org Mass Times: weekdays at 8 a.m., Saturday at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., and Sunday at 7:30 a.m., 9:30 am, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration: Thursdays 8:30 am – 8:30 pm and Saturday 3:30 -4:00 pm St. Thomas Episcopal Church Invites YOU to Join Our Wednesday Dinners Come break bread with us and enjoy the fellowship of our Wednesday evening shared dinners at St. Thomas, held at 5:30 p.m. each Wednesday from September through May. Let’s get to know one another as we share a meal and as we welcome you with hospitality and warmth. Bring a dish of your choice to share and dress casually. There is a short program afterwards (a movie or discussion). We have learned that one

of the most valuable assets we can have in life is our supportive relationships with one another. We eat together because it makes us feel good and warm inside as we talk, laugh, and interact with each other. The congregation of St. Thomas is reaching out to you offering friendship and support in a Christian atmosphere. Join us and let’s get to know each other and share the wonderful camaraderie. St. Thomas is located at 5303 Diamondhead Circle, across from the Community Center. 5303 Diamondhead Circle 228-255-9213, stthomas diamondhead.org. Annunciation Catholic Church 5370 Kiln-DeLisle Road, Kiln, MS 39556 www.annunciation kiln.com 228-255-1800 Mass Schedule: Monday - Friday at 8:00 am in Chapel Saturday Vigil at 4:00 pm Sunday 8:00 am and 11:00 am. Any additional services will be announced in the bulletin and on our website. Confession: Saturday: 3:15 - 3:45 pm and by appointment. Hebrew Roots Bible Study 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays starting July 4 at Diamondhead Country Club Kanaka Room Content: Messianic

Hebrew Roots Bible Study (Read scriptures and determining the true meaning) Contact Person: Theo Reshew Phone Number: 228-493-2566

SPCA OF DIAMONDHEAD P. O. Box 2287, Diamondhead, MS 39525 228-861-2287 In 2018, the SPCA of Diamondhead issued 155 vouchers for the purpose of spaying and neutering family pets in our community. If you would like a voucher, please give us a call at (228) 861-2287. Besides helping to control the pet homelessness crisis, there are also medical and behavioral benefits to spaying female pets and neutering male pets. A According to the ASPCA, your female pet will live a longer and healthier life because spaying helps prevent uterine infections and breast tumors, which are malignant or cancerous in about 50 percent of dogs and 90 percent of cats. Spaying your pet before her first heat offers the best protection from these diseases. A Neutering your male pet prevents testicular cancer and some prostate problems. A Your spayed female pet won’t go into heat. A Your male dog will be less likely to roam away from the house looking for a mate. A A neutered male may be better behaved. Unneutered dogs and cats

are more likely to mark their territory by spraying strong-smelling urine all over the house. Your dog may be less likely to mount other dogs, people and inanimate objects after he’s neutered. Some aggression problems may be avoided by early neutering. Debunking Spay/Neuter myths and misconceptions A Spaying and neutering will not cause your pet to be overweight. Your pets will remain fit and trim as long as you continue to provide exercise and monitor their food intake. A Neutering is not a quick fix for all behavior problems. Although neutering your pet often reduces undesirable behaviors caused by a higher level of testosterone, there’s no guarantee that your dog’s behavior will change. Although the surgery will reduce the amount of testosterone in your pet’s system, it won’t totally eliminate it. Neutering will not reduce behaviors that your pet has learned or that have become habitual. When to Spay or Neuter your Pet A For dogs: While the traditional age for neutering is six to nine months, puppies as young as eight weeks old

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Betsy Montjoy (228) 547-2856 betsy.balder@ coldwellbanker.com

228-467-0244

132 SARAH’S LANE • WAVELAND, MS 5 bed, 4.5 bath, Wow! What a spectacular and spacious home that is steps from the white sand beach. Plenty of room for everyone with an open floor plan, multiple living spaces and large screened in porch. Two bedrooms on main floor; master bedroom w/en suite bathroom, marble floors, & 2 walk in closets and guest bedroom w/private bath. Oversized laundry with office space and private entrance. Second level is a kids dream with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeping niche, office, and artist loft. Home is loaded with architectural details and charm. Situated on a double lot and quiet cul-de-sac street. Close to beach, restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Pre-wired for security and in-ground fence for the dog. A move in ready DREAM home. Don’t wait to see this one! Call me today.

MLS# 325587

PR CED REDU

306 DEMONTLUZIN AVE • BAY ST LOUIS, MS 111 CENTRAL AVE • BAY ST LOUIS, MS 104 BOUDIN LANE • BAY ST LOUIS, MS This 1947 gem has been updated and modernized to meet your 2018 needs with smart home features and energy efficiency. Open floor plan with two private master ensuites. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath home has plenty of storage and large walk in closets. Complete remodel from top to bottom. New roof, windows, floors, doors, tankless water system and insulation. Kitchen with white shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances and quartz counter tops. Includes wet bar with wine refrigerator. Must see the custom tile work throughout. Outside appreciate the TREX decking, restored copper accent roof, large lot and landscaping. All within two blocks from beach and downtown entertainment, shopping and restaurants. MUST SEE! Call me for a private viewing and to learn more about the entire renovation!

$559,000 MLS# 334167

EXTRA LOT comes with this charming cottage. Entire exterior freshly painted. Home has two large bedrooms, office space and one bath. Eat-in kitchen with gas stove. Would make the perfect getaway, rental or full-time residence. Close to all of the downtown amenities; shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and more. Three blocks from boat ramp and Depot District. Situated on an oversized double lot with mature trees and landscaping. Includes storage shed and covered carport/boat storage. Plenty of outdoor entertaining space. Fenced in yard. Seller will consider leaving most furniture Looks great!

$499,000 MLS# 338759

Charming shotgun cottage is a rare find. Updated and move in ready.Tucked away in private setting. Three blocks from beach, boat ramp, Depot District and downtown Bay St. Louis. Just grab your bike or golf cart and go. Enjoy the many activities this energetic town has to offer. Shopping, restaurants, and entertainment steps away. Includes 10’ x 20’ shed/workshop with electricity. Would make a great vacation home or rental. Also, available is neighboring home. Opportunity to buy both. Ideal live and rent scenario. Don’t wait to see this one. Won’t last long.

$249,000 MLS# 342751

$159,000

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Lynn Grego (228) 223.9903 lynnmarie2000@att.net

228-255-3550

99118 KOLA ST • DIAMONDHEAD, MS

6644 GOLF CLUB DR • DIAMONDHEAD, MS

This all brick home has an open split floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a LARGE living room with a fireplace and plant ledges, large kitchen, large master bedroom and master bathroom. The front bedroom off the foyer can be used as an office, a nice size separate dining room, and a cozy back porch looking over a fenced back yard. CALL TO SET UP A PRIVATE SHOWING TODAY!

This very well taken care of custom home features a split floor plan with 3 large bedrooms, built in shelves, a window seat in the front bedroom, the master bedroom has a built in desk & shelves, both bathrooms have built in storage, a dining room, the living room has beautiful wood stained beams running across the ceiling surrounded in crown molding, a brick fireplace with built in shelves, the sun-room overlooks a private back yard. Exterior wood soffit & fascia was painted about 2 years ago, outside storage off of double carport has a work bench. Seller will include 1-year home warranty with First American Home Warranty, $4,000 flooring allowance and all furniture in the house to remain. Call to take a look today

$169,900 MLS# 340073

MLS# 341264

Lindsey Richard (228) 216-8512 Lindsey.richard@ coldwellbanker.com

228-467-0244

$159,900

4209 SECOND ST • BAY ST LOUIS, MS

24146 RD 347 • KILN, MS

Cute Fishing Camp on a Double Lot ready for new Summer Memories! Completely remodeled with Cypress Floors this Camp offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath! Downstairs is a Massive workshop space or can be completed to be a Man Cave, or another Bedroom! Enjoy 100’ on the water that will take you to the River! Priced to Sell!

Your Ultimate Forever Home Has Arrived...Beautiful Country Farmhouse on 9.6 acres with a stocked pond,

MLS# 334863

7229 AKAKAI DR • DIAMONDHEAD, MS

Looking for that One-of-a-Kind property? Well look no further...This Beautiful 3 Bed/2.5 Bath is made for the ultimate entertainer. Front and Back Porches as well fenced fields, Shop, and She-Shed. Built in 2003 the home is 3 Bedroom/2 Bath, Split Bedroom Floor-plan with as the back yard and under the house allow for so much party space! Brand new kitchen appliances come in the home that also offers a Great Master Suite, Great tons of Living Space. Huge Master Suite and Laundry Room. Enjoy Christmas by the Fireplace and Park out of Spare Bedrooms, Upstairs Game Room/Man Cave with a Half Bath. Granite Counters the Weather with a Double Carport. Enjoy the Summer with the Beautiful In-ground Pool and Deck Space. Pride and Tile Floors Throughout and this home offers a Heavy-Duty Lift on the Porch! This House is Situated between 2 wooded lots and has deer and other wildlife that visit of Ownership shows in the Beautiful Slice of Heaven! frequently! Come see it for yourself!

$349,900 MLS# 337245

$79,000 MLS# 342902

$193,000

7932 EWA PL -DIAMONDHEAD, MS $1200.00 per month

Nice 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home with large rooms, brick fireplace, and a fenced.yard. Available immediately!

4120 SHARK ST • BAY ST LOUIS, MS

800 OLD SPANISH TRAIL•WAVELAND, MS

19250 FENTON DEDEAUX RD • KILN, MS

Don’t Miss Out on this GEM...6 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 4862 Sq Ft On a Triple Lot with Water on 2 sides. Top Notch Finishes Throughout the home including Granite, Stainless Steel, 1 1/2’’ Laminate Flooring, and Tile. Entertaining Area with Bar Downstairs, Massive Man Cave, Electric Fireplace, Above Ground Pool....The List Goes On and On... Come see this Beauty for yourself! PRICE REDUCED

Perfect Investment Opportunity or First Time Home Buyers Dream! Cozy 2 Bed/2 Bath Updated Home with Tile Throughout. Completely Redone in 2007, Not in a Flood Zone! Extra room can be used as Office, Man Cave, Nursery! Huge Yard and Tons of Parking Located on a Dead End Street. Easy to Show...Come see it Today!

New Construction Ready for a New Family..... Beautiful 3 Bed/2 Bath, split bedroom Floorplan Home that sits on 1.03 Acres. Tile and Laminate Throughout, Custom Cabinets, Granite Throughout, Massive Double Garage and Ample Amounts of Storage Space. Wood Burning Fireplace and Beautiful Fixtures located within! Spacious Laundry, New Appliances that come with Warranties. Master Bath contains separate shower and tub with His/Her Closets! Close to Entertainment and Located in a great School District. Come see this Beauty Today!

MLS# 329427

$384,999 MLS# 339839

$102,000 MLS# 341514

$199,000

Call Alfonso Property Management, LLC 228-255-5288

266 HIGHPOINT -TOWNHOME IN DIAMONDHEAD, MS $1450.00 per month This unit is fully furnished. All utilities are included with basic cable and wi-fi. Available immediately!


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CLUBS DIAMONDHEAD WINE CLUB By Lou Ertel and Marshall Kyger

The Diamondhead Wine Club is dedicated to the exploration and enjoyment of wine. At each monthly tasting, we sample at least 6 different wines and learn a little about their history and origins. The Club is open to any who are interested in enjoying and learning about wine. Join us at our upcoming tastings: Thursday, February 21st – An Evening With Chateau Ste. Michelle – 7:00 at The Club Chateau Ste. Michelle began producing fine wines with the repeal of Prohibition. In 1967 they introduced a new line of premium wines under the guidance of legendary winemaker Andre Tchelist-

cheff called Ste. Michelle Vintners. In 1976, they became Chateau Ste. Michelle (CSM) and built their winery Chateau in Woodinville, Washington. Today, they have two wineries, one for production of white wines in Woodinville and a second producing red wines at Canoe Ridge Estates in Eastern Washington. The evening will be hosted by Distributor Brian Hollis and Chateau Ste. Michelle representative Tracy Weinstein. Current plans include tastings of a Sauvignon Blanc, a Chardonnay, a Syrah, two Cabernets and a Merlot. Cost is $35 for DWC members and $45 for guests. Please make reservations by mailing your check payable to DWC to P. O. Box 6523, Diamondhead, MS 39525 or by emailing Lou at

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Sadie

louertel@aol.com or Marshall at mekygs@cableone.net. Thursday, March 21st – TBD – 7:00 at the Club We’re still working on it! Ideas gratefully accepted.

DIAMONDHEAD GARDEN CLUB In March 2019 Diamondhead Garden Club will be hosting the Gulf Coast Pilgrimage Tour of homes and presenting their Annual Flower Show. The theme for this year’s flower show is “This Land is Your Land”; there will 4 design categories with 4 flower designs within each category. One of the more interesting and creative categories for members to try will be hat designs. At the February meeting in preparation . for the Annual Flower Show, Garden Club members will be watching flower design

can be neutered, as long as they’re healthy. Dogs can be neutered as adults, although there’s a slightly higher risk of post-operative complications. A For cats: It is generally considered safe for kittens as young as eight weeks old to be spayed or neutered. We hope this information helps you make the decision to spay or neuter your pets. If you are considering adopting a pet, the Hancock County Animal Shelter (228-466-4516) is featuring “Cal” a long-haired

demos by Brierly Acker and Penny Crawford; Brierley and Penny use their creative talents to use flowers, foliage, and unusual objects for design ideas that fit the flower show theme It is fun to see and learn how to use many objects and flowers in different settings and designs. Members Marilyn Bliler and Teresa Lake attended Dr. Jim DelPrince’s Flower Arranging Design classes and will be sharing many ideas about “how to”; these are areas that produce many interesting questions regarding how to make a flower stem bend a certain way, what makes a part of the design hang up high, or what kinds of flowers or foliage do you use to create the effect that is wanted. There will be active discussions about these design categories at our

meeting. Our February meeting will be on Wed. Feb. 29 at Diamondhead Country Club; Diamondhead Garden Club is open to all who wish to join the only requirement being an interest in plants and gardening. Come at 9:30 am for Meet & Greet and door prize tickets with the Garden Club meeting beginning at 10 am. For more Garden Club info, contact

LADIES BRIDGE PARTY CLUB February Party The date for our February party will be on Friday, February 22, 2019 at the Country Club. The arrival time is 9:15. We will begin playing bridge at 9:30. The

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Pictured are the winners Conchetta Donnelly, Mary Sartin, Pat Burgoyne and Sarah Miller.

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HANCOCK COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY FUNDRAISER Saturday May 4th 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Hollywood Meadow walking path by RV park, off Hollywood Blvd. Relay is a team fundraising event where team members take turns walking around a track or designated path. Each event is 6-24 hours in length and each team is asked to have a member on the track at

President Charlotte Crowe at 255-0870.

all times to signify that cancer never sleeps. Cancer patients don’t stop because they’re tired, and for one night, neither do we. Each team sets up a themed campsite at the

event and continues their fundraising efforts by collecting donations for food, goods, games, and activities. This money will count towards their overall team fundraising goal. Two teams from Diamondhead will be participating. Linda Melton’s team is Diamondhead Hurricanes and Nancy Depreo’s team is Team Diamondhead. Check out the Facebook to learn how to donate and support your team.


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Clubs CONTINUED, FROM PAGE 8 Chairman of this party is Joyce Badgett and Pris Williams is the Co-Chairman. Jerrie Guidroz is a committee member. Please call Joyce 255-7576 or Priss at 255-4247 if you have any questions. The winners at the December Party were Conchetta Donnelly First Place, Mary Sartin Second Place and Pat Burgoyne Third Place. Our special prize went to Sarah Miller. Diamondhead residents interested in becoming members should contact Terre Settle at 255-9892 or Gay Young at 255-1528.

DIAMONDHEAD WOMEN’S CLUB The next meeting of the Diamondhead Women’s Club will be held on Wednesday, February 6th at

11:00 at the Country Club. Please come and listen to Sandy Necaise inform us of all the workings of Home Health Care. This is an important topic, we hope you can join us for the meeting. Afterward, soup and salad lunch is available to purchase.

DIAMONDHEAD NEWCOMERS FASHION SHOW LUNCHEON! January’s Newcomers luncheon was fiercely fabulous! Ilene Catoire, Dorothy Mysing, Leslie O’Neill and Sara Schulze walked the runway in this seasons fashions provided by Diamondhead’s very own Exit16 boutique. The boutique’s owner Allison Kingston also surprised the Newcomers by bringing her jewelry designer Nancy Wilcox, who dazzled the club members with gorgeous necklaces,

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DIAMONDHEAD NEWCOMER’S CLUB Let the Newcomers Club be your Valentine on February 8th! Wear your sweetest themed gear or just through on something red and pink! Who knows maybe you will be the Queen of hearts? The groups themed luncheons are held September through May on the second Friday of every month. The dues are $20 a year, and $15 per each luncheon. So, if you are interested in having fun join the Newcomers Club! Reservations are recommended. Please call Roxanne Worak 504-220-7641 or check out the clubs Facebook page, www.facebook.com /diamondheadnewcomers club for any information or to register.

Newcomers’ members modeled in Exit 16 Boutique fashion show at January meeting.

TUESDAY MORNING LINE DANCERS (Formally Thurs/Friday Morning) Lessons and dancing, led by Molly, are held from 10:00 -11:00 am on Tuesdays at the Diamondhead Community Center. Everyone is welcome. Great exercise, great fun and FREE. For details or cancellations see our web site: https://sites.google.com /site/getmoving12345678/

WEDNESDAY MORNING AEROBICS Aerobics, led by Molly, are held from 9:30-10:00 am on WEDNESDAYS at the Diamondhead Community Center. Also FREE. You may wish to stay on for a Tai Chi class led by Paula. 10:00-11:00

DIAMONDHEAD WELLNESS CORNER In January we introduced the idea of thinking about our New Year Resolutions as a step towards enhancing our Wellness. Keeping in mind a balance of body, mind and spirit; let’s explore what we mean in more detail. In a program I recently read by Deepak Chopra he says there are 7 Steps to consider. These 7 Steps help us focus on the areas of our life that contribute to our health… or our decline. As we learn more through science and technology, we are understanding more about how we influence our overall health and wellbeing. The 7 Steps address the following areas: 1) Change Your Percep-

tion – Shift your thoughts website at ThrivingTransifrom “I’m too old to do tions.com, email or call, I that….” to “It’s never too will be glad to help. late!” Paula Heard, IIN Health 2) Manage Your Stress – Coach in whatever way works and ThrivingTrans if nothings working try @gmail.com yoga, meditation, tai chi or 512-791-0644 a quiet walk. DIAMONDHEAD DUPLICATE 3) Get Restful Sleep – Get BRIDGE NEWS your rest, its essential. If it’s hard to get a full night’s New bridge lessons! rest, try adding short pow- Beginning bridge lessons er naps. start February 4 at the 4) Nurture Your Body Methodist Church at 10:00. with Healthy Foods – This First lesson is free. Easynot only means eat a balbridge is a fun way to learn anced diet but make sure it the game by getting you includes Fresh Foodsplaying the hands at the Fruits and Veggies. first lesson. 5) Move Your Body – Dr The Diamondhead DuJohn Ratey of Harvard plicate Bridge Club meets University says physical at 1:00 pm each Monday, activity not only helps the Wednesday, and Friday at body, it sparks biological the Diamondhead United changes that increase the Methodist Church. All brains ability to learn, bridge players are weladapt and perform cognicome. If you have a questive task. tion or need a partner, 6) Cultivate Loving Rela- don’t hesitate to call Jationships – the emotional nelle Kunellis 228 234 value of social bonding is 1343. The club’s website is immense. Stay connected http://www.bridgeclub and open to new relation.ms/. ships throughout life. ReOur winners in Decemsist isolation. ber were: 7) Maintain a Youthful Monday, Dec. 3: 1st N-S Mind – Children seem to Joan Schenck & Daryl have flexible, open minds, Fisher 1st E-W Linda Deready to explore and crenechaud & Suzanne Baer ate. Think of things that Monday, Dec. 10: 1st evoke childhood for you – Linda Denechaud & Suhave Fun! zanne Baer As you ponder these 7 Monday, Dec. 17: 1st Steps, it is my hope that Arun Limaye & Bobo you will acknowledge the Shearer things you are already Monday, Dec. 31: 1st S doing and take steps to Janelle Kunellis & Kelly incorporate the others. In Kennedy 1st E-W Caroline next month’s article we & Daryl Fisher will explore these ideas in Wednesday, Dec. 5: 1st more detail. In the meanN-S Caroline Fisher & time, if you have questions Bruce Stinson 1st E-W or need resources to help ChiChi Tucker & Cynthia you embrace a greater SEE CLUBS, PAGE 12 sense of Wellbeing visit my


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COUNTRY CLUB By Eli Biggers, Club Manager

Super Bowl! Valentine’s Day! Mardi Gras Parties! Fun and busy times on board at the Club in February. NEW Burger & Beer Night every Wednesday in February! Cheeseburger & fries plus a bottle of domestic beer for $8.95. Available in the 19th Hole from 5:00 – 8:00. The Super Bowl is February 3 and the 19th Hole is the place to watch on our 12’ screen and 82” TVs. We will have a buffet of meatballs, hot wings and sliders and drink specials. $2.00 bottle beer, $4.00 house wine, $4.75 California Margarita and $5.50 House Cosmopolitan. The food will be available from 5:00 – half time and is $10.95 per person. If you plan on the buffet, you may purchase your wrist-

Clubs CONTINUED, FROM PAGE 10 Allen Wednesday, Dec. 12: 1st N-S Eileen & John O’Brien 1st E-W Marie Picou & Janelle Kunellis Wednesday, Dec. 19: 1st N-S Marian & JC Price 1st E-W ChiChi Tucker & Cynthia Allen Wednesday, Dec. 26: 1st N-S Cynthia Allen & Mary Schauer 1st E-W Robert Sylvester & Janelle Kunellis Friday, Dec. 7: 1st N-S Charles Massey & Bob Reich 1st E-W ChiChi Tucker & Cynthia Allen Friday, Dec. 14: 1st N-S Lorna Bultman & Marie

bands at the door or pay in advance at the Club. Please reserve your table soon…space will fill up quickly. Once the 19th Hole is full we will seat you in one of the card rooms to catch the game. The wines of the month are a North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve which is a deep purple ruby with dark fruit, roasted nuts, black cherry & currents. Priced at $28.00 a bottle. We also offer a delightful White Haven Sauvignon Blanc from Marlboro, New Zealand. This is a medium bodied wine with finely balanced acidity, and bursting with fragrant fruit flavors that persist on the long, clean, crisp finish. $26.95 a bottle. In February, we will change the Saturday lunch special weekly.

Feb. 2: Beef tips with onions, mushrooms and gravy with rice. Feb. 9: Shrimp and grits with garlic bread. Feb 16: Burger wrap with pepper jack cheese, pickle, lettuce & tomato with Dijonnaise. Feb. 23: Jambalaya with garlic bread For Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, we will offer five special entrée choices, a potato bacon chowder and a beautiful salad of iceberg wedge with fresh cooked bacon and blue cheese crumbles, heirloom tomato wedges with a raspberry ranch dressing. The specials are: A 5-ounce Lobster Tail and 7-ounce Certified Prime Angus Filet A Twin 5-ounce Lobster Tails A 14-ounce Certified Angus Prime, Prime Rib A Eight Shrimp Stuffed

Picou 1st E-W Marian & JC Price Friday, Dec. 21: 1st N-S Marian & JC Price 1st E-W Don & Shirley Hopes Friday, Dec. 28: 1st N-S Lesly White & Joan Schenck 1st E-W Daryl & Caroline Fisher

more about what we do. No cost or obligation to visit. Meeting Place: Diamondhead Community Card Room, 5300 Diamondhead Circle, Diamondhead. Questions? Call or Text Jeana Weiss 228-493-4673

DIAMONDHEAD TOASTMASTERS Develop Self Confidence. Become a Better Speaker. Acquire Better Listening Skills. Stronger Leadership and Communications. We meet the first and third Monday every month. Come join us. We encourage visitors to learn

DIAMONDHEAD DPIA TO HOST BILL CORK AT FEBRUARY MEETING The Diamondhead DPIA will host Bill Cork, Chief Executive Officer of the Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission as guest speaker at its February meeting, Thursday, February 21st. The meeting

with Crabmeat and Topped with a Crawfish Bearnaise A 8-ounce Herb Grilled Salmon Topped with 3 Seared Sea Scallops with a Crawfish Bearnaise A All entrees are served with julienne carrots topped with asparagus and a stuffed potato Pick one of these sinfully delicious desserts: A Five-layer Chocolate Raspberry Death by Chocolate Cake A Five-layer Red Velvet Cake A Homemade Tiramisu The price is $39.95 per person (not including gratuity). Reservations are required for Valentine’s Day and you will be asked to make your entrée and dessert choice at the time you make your reservations. A glass of pink

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will be held in the Emerald Room at the Diamondhead Country Club. We will gather at 10 am to welcome members and newcomers. We start the meeting at 10:30. Stay for

lunch and conversation at noon. Come join us! All are welcome. The Diamondhead DPIA is an alliance of democratic, progressive, and independent minded residents whose mission is to inform, organize and energize fellow citizens to achieve a better community. For more information email Diamondhead Dems@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY LADIES BRIDGE The Ladies Bridge Group meets every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. at the Country Club. Our

latest winners were: Nov. 7: 1st Terre Settle, 2nd Conchetta Donnelly, 3rd Jane Pace; Nov. 14: 1st Amy Swint, 2nd Marie Roots; Nov. 28: 1st Marie Roots, 2nd Conchetta Donnelly, 3rd Jane Pace; Dec. 5: 1st Terre Settle, 2nd Lisbeth Mast; Dec. 12: 1st Marie Roots, 2nd Carole Hare; Dec. 19: 1st Terre Settle, 2nd Carole Hare, 3rd Marie Roots. Anyone who would like to play is invited. You do not need a partner or call. If you have any questions, call Terre Settle at 2559892.


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California Dreamin’ — Diamondhead Style By Sue W. Foster

Kaleigh Rae Warton

Krewe of Olympus announces 2nd debutante Kaleigh Rae Warton is the daughter of Shane and Jennifer Warton of Kiln, Ms. The granddaughter of Larry and Debra Wall of the Kiln, Jesse Williams of Kenner, Louisiana and the late Horace and Gloria Warton of the Kiln. She has one sibling Maguire Warton. Kaleigh is a senior at Hancock High School in Kiln, Ms. She currently serves as Vice President of her senior class. She is a member of National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Technical National Honor Society, Future Business Leaders of America, BETA, Mu Alpha Theta, Educators Rising and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. She has been a member of the Hancock High School Cheer team for the past 2 years. Kaleigh was chosen to be a member of the Justin Daniels Photography Senior Team for 2018-2019 in Diamndhead, Ms. She is a member of Sacred Heart Dedeaux Catholic Church in Pass Christian. After graduation she plans to attend College and is interested in pursuing a degree in the medical field.

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colorful and ground-breaking era in the history of many residents of Diamondhead and most of the attendees was remembered at the colorful January coronation ball of King Akua Kai the 44th, Joe Murray, and his lovely Queen, Mary Craig Murray. Everyone in attendance had been (maybe) at one time or another a peace-loving, tree-hugging, Birkenstockwearing flower child or at least their children were! An enormous and imaginative barrage of beautiful flowers in every hue of the rainbow greeted revelers from the hallway to the stage and everywhere in between, created by the imaginative hands of Ball Captain Elaine LaFontaine and her committee. Many ladies spent days creating the blooms in many colors under the direction of local artist Sylvia Corbin. Large photos of California lined the hallway and postcards of the area were scattered about the tables whose centerpieces were (empty) wine bottles with tiny lights, grapes and custom labels created by Sue Foster bearing the names of the King and Queen and the California Dreamin’ theme. The head table was also decorated with personalized wine bottles for each member of the court and the stage was lined with enormous wine bottles

and grapes fashioned by Sylvia Corbin, surrounded by more large and colorful flowers. The setting was not only the 60’s and 70’s, of course, but especially the beautiful California countryside connecting Southern California and Northern California. An oversized backdrop of the Golden Gate Bridge graced the stage to set the scene for the Ball. King Joe Murray and Queen Mary Craig Murray spent many years living and working in Southern California and chose the California Dreamin’ theme as a nod to that time. Both King Joe and Queen Mary Craig were docents at Point Lobos State Park in California and visit there most summers. After ball guests greeted friends and admired the beautiful décor, Vice Commodore Chuck Ingraham introduced Master of Ceremonies Ron Rech, who sauntered down the aisle of the ballroom to Ray Charles’ “California Here I Come!” MC Rech introduced Royalty from other Krewes and past Royalty of the Krewe of Kamehameha in attendance. To the strains of “Blue Hawaii”, the 2018 royal court was introduced and entered the ballroom for their last promenade, passing out beads to everyone: Lady-in-Waiting Barbara Miller and Equerry Val Miller, Maid Judy Lakota and Duke Joe La-

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The newly crowned King and Queen of the Boaters Association and their Court back row: Dukes and Maids Paul and Carol Maher’s Wyrosdick, Queen Mary Craig Murray, King Joe Murray, Cherie and Phil Ramseyer. Front row Maid and Duke Harold and Linda Dawley, Lady-in-Waiting Cheryl Saak Equerry Bob Saak.

kota, Maid Cheryl Doyle and Duke Joe Doyle, Maid Peggy Cooper and Duke Wayne Cooper. Three trumpet blasts heralded the introduction of outgoing King Akua Kai the 43rd, Richard Brown and his beautiful Queen Bobbie Yaniga Brown, who were warmly greeted by the crowd as they made their final appearance as reigning King and Queen. Trumpet blasts announced the entrance of King-elect Akua Kai 44th Joe Murray and Queenelect Mary Craig Murray who made their way to the

stage amid spotlights, camera flashes and a standing ovation from the crowd. After bowing and curtseying to the outgoing royalty, they took their places on the stage and were duly crowned by King Richard and Queen Bobbie. Champagne toasts from King Richard to the newly-crowned Royalty and from King Joe to his Queen were followed by toasts from everyone to the 2019 King and Queen. Gifts of Royal Goblets, personalized Mardi Gras flags (the “colors”), and Medallions of the Ali’I of

the Krewe of Kamehameha were presented to King Joe and Queen Mary Craig by Paula Gonzalez, Chuck Ingraham, and Martha Bryan, Ali’I Regina-inCharge, respectively. The Ali’i was established for all former kings and queens of the Krewe of Kamehameha and the medallions may be worn at all Krewe functions. Queen Mary Craig’s dress was from the Royal Queen Collection: an A-line scoop neck, black silk dress embroidered with gold and jeweled overlay, with net black sleeves also with

gold overlay. King Joe wore a formal black tuxedo with a gold vest and bowtie. The 2019 Royal Court was introduced and entered the ballroom to “California Dreamin’” by the Mammas and the Poppas: Duke Harold Dawley and Maid Linda Dawley; Duke Phil Ramseyer (seated at the Royal Table) and Maid Cherie Ramseyer, escorted by Gary Ward; Duke Paul Wyrosdick and Maid Carol Magers Wyrosdick; Equerry Bob Saak and Lady-inWaiting Cheryl Saak. Maid

Linda wore a royal blue Ralph Lauren gown with rhinestone straps and soft flowing drape effect; Maid Cherie wore a royal blue v-neck chiffon gown with mid-night blue accent lace covered with rhinestones and sequins; Maid Carol chose a royal blue boat-neck lace gown encrusted with sequins and slim lace long sleeves; Lady-in-waiting Cheryl was also gowned in royal blue with a high neck and peek-a-boo sleeves heavily adorned with rhinestones. Headpieces of each maid were original sequined and beribboned circlets festooned with “flowers in their hair” so reminiscent of the flower children of the time and indicative of the laid-back lifestyle of California including San Francisco, and Woodstock. The Dukes were formally attired in black tuxedos with gold vests and sported elegant gold top hats. The first dance for the King and Queen was, fittingly, “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” by Tony Bennett, framed by the backdrop of the Golden Gate Bridge. They were joined on the dance floor first by King Richard and Queen Bobbie, their Royal Court, and finally by former Boaters’ Royalty. An additional highlight of the Coronation Ball is the announcement of the person to receive the Royal Dolphin Award. This year, everyone was

most pleased but not surprised that the tireless and creative Mary Young Mizell was named a Peer of the Realm for her contributions of choregraphing, directing, and participating in the entertainment programs for a number of balls and being either the chairperson or participant on the committees for several other balls over the years. She will carry the title of Lady Mary Mizell henceforth. Past Royal Dolphin Award Award Winners in attendance were recognized also. Special Guests of King Joe and Queen Mary Craig were introduced: Mr. Daniel Lasman, Master Cameron Lasman and Miss James Lasman from Studio City, CA; Col. Charles and Jerry Ingram; Jim and Diane Sherrouse, Keith and Mary Benvenutti; Blaine and Heather LaFontaine; Rodney and Dianne Ackerman; Tom and Barbara O’Connell; Ernie and Dinah Knobloch; Walter and Xochilt Piper. After a delicious dinner, Ball Captain Elaine LaFontaine was recognized and thanked all of those on her committee who helped make the evening such a success: Hank Fried created the magnificent San Francisco trolley that was a huge hit as a photo op, JoAnn Fried, Sylvia Corbin, Sue Foster created the invitations and wine labels, Noni Bucha-

nan handled reservations and seating, Eva Amos created the centerpieces, “flower girls” Rita Beckner, Marilyn Lott, Sue Foster, Leslie O’Neill, and Micheline Cazayoux, and everyone helping to decorate: Ed and Teresa Martara, Dean Shrable, J. J. and Doug Skinner, Linda and Don Thibideaux, Martha Bryan. Lloyd Ramirez and Ken Dropco managed the spotlighting, Diamondhead’s own Music Man, Doug Maxwell, handled the coronation music, and last but not least, Elaine especially thanked her wonderful husband, Ronnie LaFontaine, who, incidentally, volunteered her for the job of Ball Captain! Following the committee recognition, the traditional Second Line, led by Queen Mary Craig and King Joe, paraded around the ballroom to everyone’s delight and dancing to the music of Johnny Fung and his band was enjoyed for the evening, ending the night with a rousing rendition of “Shout” that had everyone on the dance floor. Many thanks to Eli Biggs and the Staff of the Diamondhead Country Club and Congratulations to King Joe Murray, Queen Mary Craig Murray, their Court and to Ball Captain Elaine LaFontaine for a most successful event!

LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL!

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Duke and Maid Darryl and Judy Davis, Duke and Maid Henry and Penny Majors, Ali’i honua XLIV King Ron and Queen Dinah Rhoades, Duke and Maid John and Renee Kirschenbaum

Krewe of Diamondhead Coronation Ball on the Nile, 2019 It was a night of firsts for the Krewe of Diamondhead as Ali’ i honua XLIV Ron Rhoades and Dinah Rhoades were crowned Saturday December 8, 2018. The evening opened with the Mistress of Ceremonies, Nicole Boisdore, who welcomed everyone and provided an update of the Krewe. Board members were recognized before the retiring reigning court appeared to say their fond farewells, thanking everyone for a wonderful reigning year. Once the current court arrived on the stage, the Royal Guard of Past Kings processed in and the Royal Scepters were retired. The moment arrived

when the maids and duke elect entered the room, Maid Judy and Duke Darryl Davis entered first followed by Maid Penny and Duke Henry Majors, who were then followed by Maid Renee and Duke John Kirschenbaum where they took their places on the stage. Before the king and queen elect entered the ballroom, members were informed about a very special event taking place. Our queen elect is the Krewe’s first legacy queen. Her parents Chuck and Till Garrison reigned king and queen over Diamondhead in 2003. We are honored that the wonderful family is continuing the tradition

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FEBRUARY 7 Eggplant Parmesan. Two layers of eggplant with homemade tomato sauce with mozzarella and parmesan cheese served over angel hair pasta, mixed in an Alfredo sauce and parmesan cheese

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FEBRUARY 8 Cheyenne Ribeye Diamondhead Style. 14-oz. cattleman's cut grilled outside, brought in and topped with three grilled shrimp with a crawfish bearnaise. $29.95

FEBRUARY 15 Grilled Halibut. 8-oz. filet grilled outside, brought in and topped with lump crab and orange citrus hollandaise. $32.95

Shrimp Creole over rice

FEBRUARY 28 Stuffed Peppers with tomato sauce. Served with mashed potatoes and brown sauce

FEBRUARY 22 Two Grilled 5-oz Lobster Tails. Grilled outside, brought in and buttered. Served with garlic butter. $36.95 -OR- Chicken Parmesan. Grilled outside, brought in then dressed with tomato sauce with mozzarella and parmesan cheese. $19.95

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Country Club CONTINUED, FROM PAGE 12 champagne and a rose will be waiting for the ladies. Please call or stop by the Club to reserve your spot. Our regular dinner menu and Prime Rib Special will be available in the 19th Hole only. While Margaritas are enjoyed every day, Margarita Day Feb. 22! The 19th Hole will be featuring well Peach, Strawberry and Mango Margaritas with a 15% discount. Adult Trivia with Ronnie Hammons is Feb. 6 and Feb. 20. Every Thursday night is Karaoke Night and we have live entertainment every Friday night.

THURSDAY NIGHT SPECIALS Every Thursday is Certified Prime Rib Night! $23.95 for a 12-ounce cut served with Chef’s choice of side dishes. The dinner menu is also available. We also offer Two for $23 Dinner Specials. Feb. 7: Eggplant Parmesan. Two layers of eggplant with homemade tomato sauce with Mozzarella and parmesan cheese served with angel hair pasta mixed in an Alfredo sauce and parmesan cheese Feb. 14: Chicken Pot Pie. Chunks of chicken in a rich creamy sauce with peas and carrots topped with a flaky crust. Available in the 19th Hole only

SEE COUNTRY CLUB, PAGE 18

Saturday Night Specials OUR REGULAR DINNER MENU ALSO AVAILABLE

February 2 Half rack of smoked barbeque ribs with stewed apples, baked beans & slaw. $14.95. Served in the 19th Hole

February 9 Tenderloin Tips over rice. $12.95. Served in the 19th Hole

February 16 Shrimp & Oyster Po Boy served with fries and slaw, cocktail and tartar sauce. $12.95. Served in the 19th Hole

February 23 Jambalaya topped with fried catfish filet. Served with slaw, tater tots, cocktail and tartar sauce. $14.95. Served in the 19th Hole

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SPORTS

Diamondhead Golf By Chris Altese, PGA DIRECTOR OF GOLF

Schulze crowned our newly reigning king and queen. Sara and Kevin left the stage and immediately removed their crowns. Champagne toasts were offered by Captain Sandy Hatem and a proclamation was made by our new king Ron Rhoades. King Ron and Queen Dinah Rhoades exited the stage. Shortly thereafter, meals were served and dancing ensued for a wonderful night of celebration.

Good days and some not so good days in regard to weather. A similar pattern to the past couple of years where we have seen weather fluctuations to start off the new year. When the weather has been favorable golfers are coming out in large numbers so the new year looks promising. By now all of the regular golf members should have completed their annual golf membership process. If you have not done this yet for whatever reason stop by the DCC Golf Shop before you play your next round and our staff will assist you in getting this done. Our annual golf membership is open for new members to join at any time. Thirteen to fifteen minutes per hole leads to 4 hours and 15 minutes for an 18-hole round of golf. Spring Season brings gol-

fers from all over the country to Diamondhead. Please show our guests the hospitality Diamondhead is known for. As our courses get extra guest playing we should all anticipate golf rounds to take 4 hours and 15 minutes. Our staff will do their very best to keep pace moving but when you have full golf courses everyone is going to feel a lost ball search from the groups ahead of you.

Three and a half hour rounds most likely will not be able to be maintained. The word is getting out and more golfers are adding Diamondhead golf to their itinerary. Thanks in advance for your understanding and cooperation! The PGA Tour Champions return to Diamondhead in March for the Rapiscan Systems Classic qualifying. This is a first class event that needs our

cold, it’s Friday Steak Night! Certified Angus prime, ribeye and Certified Angus tenderloins grilled to order. Our full menu and specials are also available. Feb. 1: 7-ounce Filet cooked outside then brought in and placed over a bed of asparagus topped with lump crab and a grilled shrimp. $30.95

-ORCrab Cakes. Three, 3ounce crab cakes sautéed and topped with a remoulade sauce. $31.95 Feb. 8: Cheyenne Ribeye Diamondhead Style. 14ounce cattleman’s cut grilled outside, brought in and topped with three grilled shrimp with a crawfish bearnaise. $29.95 Feb. 15: Grilled Halibut.

8-ounce filet grilled outside, brought in and topped with lump crab and orange citrus hollandaise. $32.95 Feb. 22: Two Grilled 5-Ounce Lobster Tails. Grilled outside, brought in and buttered. Served with garlic butter. $36.95 -ORChicken Parmesan. Grilled outside, brought in

then dressed with tomato sauce with mozzarella and parmesan cheese. $19.95

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Ali’i honua XLIV King Ron and Queen Dinah Rhoades

Coronation CONTINUED, FROM PAGE 15 with the introduction of queen elect Dinah Rhoades, who was escorted by her father to the stage. Dinah wore her mother’s coronation dress with grace and elegance befitting royalty. Next was the entrance of king elect Ali’i honua XLIV Ron Rhoades. Once seated on the stage, Reigning King Kevin and Queen Sara

Country Club CONTINUED, FROM PAGE 16 tonight Feb. 21: Shrimp Creole over rice Feb. 28: Stuffed Peppers with tomato sauce. Served with mashed potatoes and brown sauce

FRIDAY NIGHT SPECIALS Rain or shine, hot or

UPCOMING EVENTS… Feb. 2 Hancock Hawks Golf Classic (open to all; Golf Booster Event) Feb. 10 Sweetheart Scramble Mar. 12 Diamondhead High School Golf Invitational Mar. 22 PGA Tour Champions Rapiscan Systems Classic Pre-Qualifier Mar. 25 PGA Tour Champions Rapiscan Systems Classic Open Qualifier Mar. 30 Jack O’Neill Memorial Benefit Golf Tournament Apr. 6 DMGA Saturday Play Day Usually, I would say it is critical that we all fix two ball marks and fill two divots every hole...any two will do! Now more fitting would be...Ball marks and divot repair...It’s your course so fix four or more for either or and they don’t even have to be yours! We look forward to seeing you “PLAY MORE GOLF.” Let’s all get out and enjoy our beautiful golf courses and practice facilities. As always, let us know how we can help.

SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIALS Feb. 2: Half rack of smoked barbeque ribs with stewed apples, baked beans and slaw. $14.95. Served in the 19th Hole Feb. 9: Tenderloin Tips over rice. $12.95. Served in the 19th Hole

help. If you are interested in volunteering right here at home, please contact the golf shop at (228) 255-3910. We will have a sign-up sheet displayed soon. Please check out the opportunities listed in the golf shop. Thanks to all our residents and members, the PGA Tour Champions and the Gulf States PGA thoroughly enjoys coming back to Diamondhead and continue to refer to us as their second home. Lastly, it’s time for our junior golf programs to get started. We are building our Diamondhead Junior Golf Teams for the Spring Season of Gulf Coast Junior Golf League. Check out www.facebook .com/GCJGL. Register to play in the DCC Golf Shop by or before February 16th. Weekly practices and competitions. It’s the real deal! Saturday Junior Golf

SEE SPORTS, PAGE 21 Feb. 16: Shrimp and Oyster Po Boy served with fries and slaw, cocktail and tartar sauce. $12.95. Served in the 19th Hole Feb. 23: Jambalaya topped with fried catfish filet. Served with slaw, tater tots and cocktail and tartar sauce. $14.95. Served in the 19th Hole


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GOLF — DWGAN By Shirley Halterman

By the time you read this a New Year will have dawned. We at the Nines hope and pray that yours will be both Happy and Prosperous! Once again Mother Nature interfered with some of our events, but nonetheless we have a good amount to report because of some of our Holiday events. Our normal Trophy Day competition was played as usual on the first Tuesday of the month. Our First Flight winners were: Low Gross - Judy Tauzin, Low Net - Linda DeParto, and Low Putts - Marilyn Galus. Second Flight winners included: Low Gross - Margaret Sherwood, Low Net - Pat VanDervort, and Low Putts - Marsha Roberts. And, last, but certainly not least, were the winners in our Third Flight: Low Gross - Ruthie O’Neill, Low Net - Jerry Ingraham, and Low Putts - Carole Griffin. On Trophy Day we also award prizes to the following categories in each flight: Longest Drive and Closest-to-the-Pin. And this month’s Longest Drive winners were: Flight #1 Judy Tauzin, Flight #2 - Rachel Stewart, and Flight #3 - Carole Griffin. Closest-to-the-Pine honors went to: Flight #1 - Theresa Mauterer, Flight #2 - Kathie Pierson, and Flight #3 - Jerry Ingraham. We also take note that Ruthie O’Neill scored a Chip-In on the 5th hole. On Tuesday, December 11th, we held our Annual Christmas Scramble and Luncheon. Unfortunately, the weather was not the best, but we did have several gals brave the chilly

Sandy Price awarding Birdie & Chip-In winnings for 2018 at Christmas Luncheon

Nancy Sislow presents Theresa Mauterer with 2018 Club Championship Trophy. Christmas toys collected at luncheon

SEE DWGAN, PAGE 26

Beryl Laird presents Ruthie O'Neill with Most Improved Player Award.


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Sports CONTINUED, FROM PAGE 18 Drop-In Clinics, presented by the Junior Golf Academy of Diamondhead, on Saturdays continue to be a hit. This is a great way to introduce your junior to golf in a fun atmosphere with many other juniors doing the same.

MOST HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC CHURCH SPRING 2019 GOLF TOURNAMENT The modified Scramble with moving tees will be played on the Cardinal course with a shotgun start at 8:30 AM on Saturday, April 13th. Teams will receive 10% of their total handicaps to obtain a net score; no high-

er than a handicap of 25 will be used to determine the team handicap. Moving tees means that your team will tee off each hole based upon your team score on the previous hole. Depending upon your team’s play, you may tee off from tees you have not played lately. The teams will be placed in flights before the tournament starts. The Sliver Slipper will provide food on the course while various distributors will supply beer, soft drinks and water. In addition there will be several holes on the course where other refreshment

will be provided. The par 3 holes will have trips or golf clubs given to anyone who makes a hole in one on that hole. The plan is to pay four places in each flight. Last year $2400 was distributed to the winning teams. Ties will split the money. The payouts will be determined by how many teams participate. Last year there were four flights with nine teams in each flight for 144 players. Three or four teams had to be turned down because of the full field. Stating February 1, 2019, entry forms will be available in the Pro Shop, the

The Noon Group, one of the oldest privately-run golfing groups in Diamondhead, welcomes all players with an established handicap to join them in a variety of games. foyer of Most Holy Trinity Church or from Ernie Knobloch. You can turn in your complete registration form in the Pro Shop or give it to Ernie Knobloch. Phone 228-255-0546 or EKnob245@cableone.net

NOON GROUP Charles Harrison has recently been elected the Noon Group’s new chair-

person during its annual member meeting. All of its members wish him well during the coming year. The Noon Group, one of the oldest privately-run golfing groups in Diamondhead, welcomes all players with an established handicap to join them in a variety of games. The Noon Group plays Monday through Saturday,

usually at 12:06 p.m. The courses vary as does the game. Monday there is a combination “team/ individual/skins” game, Tuesdays and Thursday are “individual/skins/par 3s” and Wednesday, Friday, Saturday is “team” play. Just $15 gets you in the game. The Pro Shop can “point” Diamondhead’s new (and old) players looking for a game in the right direction. For more information contact Charles Harrison (hcharles46@icloud.com) or the DH ProShopfc (228-2553910).

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Hancock Performing Arts Presents ‘An Evening with George Winston’ An evening with celebrated solo pianist George Winston at the state-ofthe-art Hancock Performing Arts Center in Kiln, MS on Monday, February 25th, 2019. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Hancock County School District. Please also join us in support of a local food bank Hancock County Food Pantry by bringing a donation of canned food to the concert. There will be collection baskets at the entrances. George Winston grew up mainly in Montana and also spent his later formative years in Mississippi and Florida. During this

time, his favorite music was instrumental rock and instrumental R&B, including Floyd Cramer, the Ventures, Booker T & The MG’s, Jimmy Smith, and many more. Inspired by R&B, jazz, blues, and rock (especially the Doors), George began playing the organ in 1967. In 1971 he switched to the acoustic piano after hearing recordings from the 1920s and the 1930s by the legendary stride pianists Thomas “Fats” Waller and the late Teddy Wilson. In addition to working on stride piano, he also at this time came up with his own style of melodic instrumental music on solo

piano, called ‘Folk Piano’. George is presently concentrating mainly on live performances, and most of the time he is touring playing solo piano concerts (the Summer Show or the Winter Show), solo guitar concerts, solo harmonica concerts, and solo piano dances (with R&B and slow dance songs). Tickets are $25 and $40 and are available at the website Eventbrite. Calling All Interested in Hiking and Socializing Geaux Hike is a newly formed group in Diamondhead to promote fellowship, increase opportunities to spend time in nature and motivate those

new or seasoned hikers to join. Club meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at the DH Country Club. There are no dues charged for membership. Beginner hikers’ hikes are scheduled on Thursdays, more strenuous hikes are on Saturdays. The Louisiana Hiking Club has adopted Geaux Hike as a sister club and Saturday hikes will be coordinated with them. Several hikes were scheduled in January. February activities include regular monthly meeting on 2/5 at 6:00 pm at the Country Club. On

Since the last article, the POINTS format was played twice. The only teams to post scores on the plus side were Warren Alexander, Mark Chadwick, and Tony Palmature (+10), Mike Cavataion, Joe Murray and Ron Rech (+4) while Charles Cangelosi, Dennis Laumann and Frank Morrow recorded an even score. Once again Tony manages to be placed on a really good team (HUMOR).

All other teams were on the negative side. During the only Scramble event, the team of Warren Alexander, Don Perkins, Gary Riera and Tyrone Sartin posted a – 9 followed by Bill Blackwood, Frank Morrow, Ron Rech and Jim Sherrouse with a -7. In the only ABCD 2 BEST BALLS format that was played the team of Mark Chadwick, Pat Jarrell, Ray Lejeune and Bernie

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GOLF — DMGA, DWGA By Ernie Knobloch

The 2019 DMGA Board is composed of Chuck Ingraham (President), Ron Rech (VP), Warren Morgan (Sec/Treasurer), Ernie Knobloch (Publicity), and Board members Tom O’Connell, Marty Herndon, Joe Murray, Don Perkins and Dutch VanDervort. The final list of Top Ten winners in 2018 were Tom O’Connell, Gene Demedicis, Marty Herndon, Ernie

Knobloch, Tyrone Sartin, Bernie Breen, Mike Cavataio, Warren Alexander, Ron Rech and Dutch VanDervort. Eighty eight players won money during 2018. The top Five Closest to the Pin winners were Mike Cavataio, Tom O’Connell, Gene Demedicis, Warren Alexander and Warren Morgan. Hole-in-One’s were made by Al Mast, Gene Sullivan, Glenn Brooks, and Larry McKay.

Breen recorded an excellent team score of -30. If they were not tested for Performance Enhancing Drugs after play with a score like that, maybe? Warren Morgan and Bill Stroud both won Closest to the Pin two times. Conspicuously absent from this list are Mike Cavataio and Tom O’Connell, the two who had the most wins in 2018. As you probably know, there are several rule

changes in 2019 which are designed to speed up play and make rule interpretations easier. Have fun and play more golf!

DWGA NEWS December 13 was our Christmas Scramble and year-end party. We were able to get in 18 holes of golf even though – wait for it – it started raining before

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Nota Bene CONTINUED, FROM PAGE 22 2/9 – Clear Springs Hike with LA Hiking Club is scheduled. A trip to New Orleans to attend the races at the Fairgrounds is planned for 2/14, Valentine’s Day. Must RSVP by 2/8. All activities other than monthly meet-

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ings, will begin by meeting at the Country Club at 7:45 am and leaving at 8 am. Carpooling is encouraged. The group discourages discussions and/or comments about politics and religion. This is a just for fun group. Future plans will include other fun outings. Suggestions requested. For more

Members of the Equestrian Order of The Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, seated from left: Nancy Wiebmer, Ted Longo (Section President), Bishop Kihneman, Bishop Morin, Gretchen Mayeaux. Standing from left: David Cobb, Chris Marz, Chip Marz, Jerry Ingraham, Chuck Ingraham, Jacque Rosenhauer, Monica Montagnet, Steve Montagnet, Carl Mayeaux

information, call Obie Watts at (225)907-2425. The Biloxi section of the Equestrian Order of The Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem gathered on Dec. 19th to have dinner with Bishop Kihneman and Bishop Morin. The celebration was to recognize the induction of the newest members Dame Nancy Wiebmer and Sir David Cobb. Also celebrated was the promotion of Dame Monica Montagnet (Dame Commander with Star) , Sir Steve Montagnet (Knight Commander with Star). The Equestrian Order is the only lay institution of the Vatican State charged with the task of providing for the needs of the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem.

N.T.R.P. TOURNAMENT FEBRUARY 16 AND 17 Join us for our next tournament the weekend of February 16. Singles, doubles and mixed, all levels are offered. Great food, beverage and fun! Need a partner? Give us a call @ 228 255-5030 and we will help.

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It also gives financial backing to the activities and initiatives to support the Christian presence in the Holy Land. Membership in this Order is the highest Papal award which can be conferred on clergy and laity alike. The Order currently has 52 Lieutenancies: 24 in Europe, 15 in North America and Canada, 5 in Latin America and 6 in Australia and the Far East. Membership is by invitation through current member.

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Wine & Spirits tight so please make sure you book your court early to avoid disappointment. A big thank you once again to all of our team captains. Good luck to all!

schools will be using Tennis World for their practices and home matches. Please check the match schedules and come out to support our local high school teams.

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JUNIOR CLINICS AND PLAY DAYS

We have ordered 20 new court benches to replace our old metal chairs. This is a nice upgrade that has been needed for years. We will also be building two new covered shade areas with seating for viewing on our two new courts.

HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS Once again Hancock, St Stanislaus and O.L.A. high

Our junior After School Clinics continue through the school year. A 10 and under: Tuesday and Thursday, 4:30 – 5:30 A 11 and over: Monday and Wednesday, 4:30 – 6:00 Junior Play Days will be offered on Saturday mornings. Please check with the Pro Shop for the schedule.

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Public Services CONTINUED, FROM PAGE 4 information on Authors and Characters and Blind Date with a Book, among many other things. See you at the library!

KEEP DIAMONDHEAD BEAUTIFUL Keep Diamondhead Beautiful has recently received a shipment of Duracell 9-volt batteries. The donation is in conjunction with a joint effort between Keep America Beautiful and the Duracell

2018 Nines Board of Directors

DWGAN CONTINUED, FROM PAGE 20 weather. Our First Place Team consisting of Theresa Mauterer, Ruthie O’Neill, Pat VanDervort and a Ghost managed to post a score of 35. Well done gals! The Second Place group, also playing with a Ghost, was made up of Sylvia Corban, Marilyn Galus, and Fran Smith. Their score was 39. And, finally our Third Place Group posting a score of 40 was composed of Patty Blackwood, Judi Brannan, Jerry Ingraham, and Kathie Pierson. Many who were unable to play joined us at the delicious Christmas Luncheon. Toys were collected for the Hancock Foster Children’s Program while funds were collected to help the local Food Pantry. We all had an opportunity to view a great video of previous events ably compiled by our own Beryl Laird. In addition, Ruthie O’Neill was presented with the Most Improved Player of the Year Award. Sandy Price presented cash awards to everyone who scored Birdies and Chip-Ins during the past

corporation. The batteries were distributed to organizations throughout the United States and its territories that promote home safety, such as fire safety and smoke alarm battery replacement. The batteries are available for pick up from various locations throughout Diamondhead. We are suggesting a limit of 5 batteries per family to ensure that all will be able

to take advantage of the offer. At present the batteries are available at the main Fire Station on Kalani Drive, City Hall, the Country Club, the POA Office near the Country Club, the Community Center and the three churches on the circle. For more information please contact Karen Rice at 228-216-9990.

with 4 birdies. Third flight was Becky Stritzel with 6 birdies and Bev Cox with 4. The General Membership Meeting was held immediately after the Christmas luncheon with 19 members present. Election of officers was as follows: President – Georgeann Luxion, Vice President – Cassandra Godbold, Tournament Chairwoman – Colleen Jones, Secretary – Marian Wideman and Treasurer – Cathy Weber. There were a lot of changes to the USGA rules for this year. Betty Bowen has provided us with the following website so that you can review the new rules: http://www.usga.org /content/usga/home-page /rules-hub/rulesmodernization/major -changes/major-changes .htm. Just to highlight a few,

you do not have to remove the flagstick when putting – it is no longer a penalty if you hit it when you putt; there is no penalty for removing loose impediments, touching the ground, or grounding your club in a penalty area; you may remove loose impediments from a sand trap; time allowed to search for a lost ball has been reduced from 5 minutes to 3 minutes; when dropping a ball, it is now dropped from knee height rather than shoulder height; hitting your equipment, or yourself, with the ball is no longer a penalty stroke; hitting the ball twice with your club (which I have done plenty of times from the sand trap) is no longer a penalty stroke – yay! These are a few. You can go to the USGA website and check out the rest. Play well and have fun in 2019.

DMGA CONTINUED, FROM PAGE 22 Christmas Scramble 1st Place Winners: Ruthie O'Neill, Theresa Mauterer & Pat VanDervort.

season. Our President, Nancy Sislow, took time to thank all Board & Committee members for the help during the recent year. She also awarded a trophy to Theresa Mauterer who is our 2018 Nines Club Champion. We did manage to get in one final round on the Tuesday, 12/18, before the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays. On that Tuesday we played a game called Add Par 4s. In this event, you play as usual but only your score on Par Four holes is taken into account. In Flight #1, the 1st Place winner was: Judy Tauzin, 2nd Place - Kathie Pierson, and 3rd Place Theresa Mauterer. Second Flight Winners were: 1st Place - Nancy Sislow, 2nd Place - Kathy Jones, and 3rd Place -

Beryl Laird. For the Third Flight those taking the honors were: 1st Place - Dolores Louvier, 2nd Place - Mary Mizell, and 3rd Place Carol Wyrosdick. Kathy Jones also scored a Birdie on #4 and Judy Tauzin had a Chip-In on #1. Good going gals! As our year draws to a close we want to take this opportunity to invite those of you in our area (Diamondhead or nearby communities) to consider joining our group. Don’t be bashful. Even if you are new to this addictive sport, we welcome you to join us. As my husband told me far too many years ago, “you’ll never get any better unless you play often.” Just contact our Club House (228255-3910) for additional information.

we finished. First place team was Cassandra Godbold, Judy Amox and Amy Swint. Second place team was Georgeann Luxion, Becky Stritzel and Joanne Fried. Third place team was Lottie Williams, Colleen Jones and Carol Kirschenbaum. Georgeann had the only birdie. There were four players with chip-ins: Amy Swint, Georgeann Luxion, Lottie Williams and Colleen Jones. The three closest to the pins were Carol Kirschenbaum, Terrey Garrett and Betty Bowen. Recognition goes out to Dianne Ackerman for most improved golfer of 2018. The most birdies in 2018 first flight were made by Teresa Ertel with 8, followed by Cassandra Godbold with 6. In second flight there was a tie between Rita Durham and Terrie Woolbright, each


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