FEBRUARY, 2020
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Mardi Gras parade is Saturday, February 22
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rewe of Diamondhead’s annual Mardi Gras parade is Saturday, February 22 at noon in Diamondhead. Theme this year is “The British Invasion” referring to the music. Parade route begins at St. Thomas Episcopal church, travels south on Gex Drive to the shopping center. At the fire station, the route turns right and progresses to the Country Club where it disbands. There are ample places to park and stand along the way that are not private property. This is a family friendly, child-oriented parade. The Krewe of Diamondhead is the longest running Mardi Krewe in Diamondhead and is in its 45th year. For more information contact David Sykes, Parade Lt., at (949) 293-6148.
DEADLINE FOR MARCH ISSUE OF DHNEWS IS FEBRUARY 13
VOL. 37, NO. 02
Ship Store briefly closed P
lease be advised that the Bait Shop (commonly referred to as the Ship Store) is being temporarily shut down for modifications needed to comply with MEMA regulatory requirements. This temporary shutdown is necessary in order to preserve Diamondhead’s ability to obtain the best possible flood insurance rates. We are working with the appropriate agencies to find a permanent solution to return this amenity back to the community as soon as possible. For those requiring gas from the marina pump, we are placing a sign at the pump with the proper number to call in order to obtain access to the pump. We apologize for any inconvenience.