May 2024 Diamondhead News

By GARY BECKER

President’s Report

MAY 2024

Due to the deadline for submitting this article, I’m writing it on Masters’ weekend.

For me it has always been the unofficial start of the golf watching season.

In an interview on the Golf Channel the other night, Raymond Floyd a gifted golfer who is a past Masters Champion was asked why it was the favorite tournament for a lot of golfers and fans.

He aptly remarked “Because its always played on the same great golf course”. Reportedly the busiest time of the year for driving ranges including ours is probably the week after The Masters.

We are blessed to have received two quality courses from Purcell, which allows us to accommodate a good number of guests, while reserving availability for our own members to play at times convenient to their preferences. Dan Hamman, our Golf Superintendent and his staff have both courses in excellent condition and due to their efforts, I believe we are witnessing an influx of guest players.

It appears to me there are more visitors now then I saw in the late 80s when we were inundated with snowbirds from the Mid-West and North and we did not have any ca-

sino course competition.

The Club also continues to experience increased usage by members and guests enjoying both coordinated nightly in-door entertainment and a relaxed atmosphere on the patio. The food is good with menu options large enough for a variation of dishes during frequent visits. If you have not been in a while, please give the Club a visit. I know you’ll be pleased.

It’s also election season. As the deadline for candidate applications has expired, we already know who the officers will be since one person qualified for each of the four available offices. There are six candidates for Director positions. Normally we would elect three Directors during this election cycle, but since Bill Blackwood, a current Director with two years left on his term has qualified for treasurer, we will elect four directors.

The candidate receiving the fourth highest votes assumes Bill’s two-year remaining term. The candidates with the three highest vote totals will serve as four-year Directors, i.e. the normal term. The bios for the candidates can be found elsewhere in this issue.

Pools open May 1st. East Rec will be open from 6:00 am – 8:00 pm and the other pools open 8:00 am – 8:00 pm. An updated mem-

bership card showing membership in good standing is required for pool use, so if you have not updated your membership card for 2024, please stop by the Concierge desk at the Club for assistance. Your immediate family including

children and grandchildren are welcome guests. Also, our Rental residents should contact the POA office to determine requirements and ability for pool usage for their families.

Thanks for Reading

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Meet your Property Owners Assoc. candidates

The election for the POA Board of Officers and Directors will be held on June 15th following the Annual Meeting

miC hAEl TuBBs

diRECToR C AndidATE

As Deputy Director of Center Operations at NASA’s Stennis Space Center, I provide executive leadership for a diverse set of mission support services including Facilities, Maintenance, and Real Property Utilization; Construction; Aviation Operations; Environmental; Protective Services; Logistics; Grounds; Marine; Medical and Occupational Health; and Food Services. I have held this position at multiple NASA Centers and have extensive experience setting organizational strategy, making difficult decisions, managing conflict, and building high-performing teams – all skills I believe will translate well to serving on the POA board. My wife and I moved to Diamondhead in 2006 and fell in love with the community.

transferred to the Houston area for work opportunities. In Feb 2023, we moved back to Diamondhead to enjoy our retirement, which we felt was the best place that we have found anywhere in the country. (and we would like to preserve it!) During my 40+ year career within the oil industry, I have held numerous management positions where I was responsible for the business Profit & Loss, as well as People development of my respective groups. Thank you for your consideration.

it. The amenities here are first-class and are far more than just golf. It’s my goal to preserve those amenities in the most cost-efficient manner possible. Before I was appointed as a Director earlier this year, I worked as a pool attendant, golf marshall, and a non-Director member of the Futures Committee. As a Director, I have served on the Futures Committee and am Chairman of the Legal Affairs Committee. Please consider voting for me for a full term as Director at the Annual Meeting.

BRiAn lEBouRGEois

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BoB PinAu

diRECToR C AndidATE

NRA Life Member More at Linkedin.com.

sTuART J. sTRomEYER

diRECToR C AndidATE

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diRECToR C AndidATE

Hello, my name is Ernest Lee and I am running for the position of Director of the Diamondhead POA Board. I was raised here in Hancock County, Ms. Where I graduated from Hancock North Central High School in 1981. I married my wife Krista in 1984 and we have 2 sons Zachary and Tyler. We moved into the Diamondhead area in 1998 and lived and raised our family here until 2013 when we

Hello, my name is Bob Pineau and I am running for election as a Director of the Diamondhead POA. I would appreciate your vote. My wife, Ingrid, and I came to Diamondhead in 2017 after we both retired in Michigan. I was a partner in a Detroit law firm for 30 years and my wife was an attorney with a regional bank. Our Son took a job in Seattle Washington and our daughter took a job in Grandbury Texas. That left us with the ability to choose anywhere we liked to spend our retirement. We literally stumbled upon Diamondhead and fell in love with

Accredited CPA, Certified in Financial Forensics, and Fellow of the American College of Forensic Examiners Institute. Decades as CFO and COO for manufacturing, farming, commercial property management, and fishing resort development. Served on government boards and drafted legislation. Extensive board experience with 501(c )3, public and private entities. Professionalism, ethics, and transparency always guide my track record of providing solutions. Husband of 35+ years, father, private pilot and sailor. Recent resident offering a fresh perspective through a landowner in Hancock County for 10+ years, but love Diamondhead. Affiliations include Knights of Columbus and

I am vying for a POA board director position, bringing a diverse array of expertise in community service. I am college educated with extensive experience as a member of a HOA board, serving on the architectural review committee; volunteer fire department BOD; school board president chairing finance and capital planning; country club BOD chairing membership and capital planning; yacht club BOD as treasurer; and, a YMCA board of directors position. I presently work part-time in the Diamondhead golf cart barn. I believe in collaboration, transparency and responsible stewardship of resources. Your vote would be appreciated.

nAnCY sislow offiCER C AndidATE (PREsidEnT)

My husband, Thom, and I have been residents since 2010. I have a master’s degree in nursing, currently teaching RNs online. My leadership experience includes Vice President of Nursing, The Nines golf, PEO, and 4 ½ terms as Secretary of the

POA Board of Directors. I want to serve property owners through Board decisions that assure cost-effective management of the amenities. As past Secretary of the POA Board (2012-2014, 2017-2018, 2020-2022, and 2022-2024), I bring knowledge of the Board’s role, leadership, and experience to the Property Owners Association Board of Directors. 658 Mauna Loa Place Diamondhead, MS 395253408 (847) 662-7575

williAm (Bill) Bl ACKwood offiCER C AndidATE (TREAsuRER)

Education /Military: US Army Honorable Discharge

BS Accounting Southern Illinois University

MBA Finance Southern Illinois University

Work Experience: Auditor and accountant for Blue Cross Insurance.

Thirty-six years with a large US Forest and Paper Company. Background includes plant, division, and corporate accounting, purchasing, computer information systems, budgeting, capital investment analysis, and finance.

Experience as both Director and President of Millbrook Golf and Country Club in Picayune, Mississippi. Director of POA since 2022 active in Administration, Accounting, and Financial activities.

My wife Pattie Blackwood and I have been residents of Diamondhead since 2016. I have no agenda other than maintaining the amenities that the property owners currently enjoy.

William (Bill) Blackwood 7457 Turnberry Drive, Diamondhead, MS 39525 601-818-1666

TREY GiARRusso offiCER C AndidATE (ViCE PREsidEnT)

of leadership, integrity, and community engagement, I am committed to serving our neighborhood with dedication and passion.

My experience in construction and business management equips me to address the diverse needs of our community effectively.

As a family man, I understand the importance of creating a safe, inclusive, and thriving environment for all residents.

As a local contractor, successful businessman, and devoted family man, I am honored to announce my candidacy for Vice President of the Property Owners Association.

With a proven track record

With your support, I am eager to collaborate, advocate, and enact positive change for our neighborhood.

mEGhAn dAmiEns offiCER C AndidATE (sECRETARY)

I am thrilled to announce my candidacy for the position of secretary of our esteemed Property Owners Association.

With a deep-rooted passion for community development and a strong commitment to effective communication, I am confident in my ability to serve our association with dedication and integrity. As a long-standing member of the community and member of the Recreation Committee, I have witnessed firsthand the importance of a well-organized and cohesive property owners association. I recognize the significance of transparent and efficient communication channels, which are vital for ensuring the voices of all property owners are heard, and their concerns addressed.

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Meeting room returns to East Hancock Library

By mARY GoBERT

April showers bring May flowers, and this year it has also brought the return of our meeting room! All of the activities that took place there are back on, plus a little extra! Let’s start off with a couple of reminders and then we’ll dive right in.

Reminders:

Storytime for pre-schoolers held at 10:30 on Mondays, will end on May 6th for the summer.

Acrylic Painting for Kids is taking a break until summer. Watch this space for the date of its return.

Did you know that you can drop off eye glasses at the library that you no longer use? Think about it next time your prescription changes. The Lion’s Club gets these glasses to people in need who will really appreciate your thoughtfulness!

Did you also know that you can drop off donations as well as Claiborne Hill grocery receipts for the Hancock County Animal Shelter at the library? Donations such as food, towels, and blankets are well used, and a percentage of the total of the receipts goes to the shelter in the form of cash.

What’s new this month: Discover Linedancing! On Wednesday, May 15 at 10:00 join us for an introductory class. No special clothes or shoes needed, and no pressure! This is a learner friendly environment, so come check it out.

What’s coming back or continuing this month:

Acrylic Painting for Adults is from 1-2 on the first and third Mondays of the month. Elin provides the instruction and all materials are furnished by the library.

Make and Take, where all materials and instructions for a craft are provided, takes place on the second and fourth Mondays from 2-3. Leandra leads the way!

Literary Society of Diamondhead, our local book club, meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 10:30. Come join us even if you haven’t read the current book. You’ll see the group interaction and meet some new people.

Conversational Spanish meets from 1-2 on Thursdays. A basic knowledge of Spanish is ideal for this class, which aims to improve fluency.

Sit and Be Fit is back in the meet-

ing room. If you’ve been slacking off on fitness, no more excuses! We hope to see you every Friday at 10:30.

Crafts and Conversation meets at 12:30 every Friday. Everyone brings their current crafting or sewing project to work on while they visit. Do you have something you need to finish?

What”s coming up:

The Summer Library Program starts in June! The theme is Adventure Begins at Your Library. Each

year HCLS holds a Summer Library Program that runs from June to July. Participants of all ages are encouraged to join our reading challenge and make reading a daily habit! We offer a variety of in-person, virtual, and take-home activities to encourage learning and enrich the summer months. There will be much more information on this next month.

In the meantime, see you at the library!

Women’s Community Support

Women’s Community Support Center, located off Hwy. 603 in Bay St. Louis, is a non-profit faith based Christian organization committed to helping women, from all walks of life, obtain job and life skills needed to find meaningful employment and break the cycle of poverty.

Our Gulf Coast Christian Women’s Job Corps free employment skills program is offered on an eight (8) week schedule. The classes include Bible Study, Career Skills, Relationship Building, Conflict Resolution, Computer Skills, Money Management, Parenting and Anger Management classes.

Our Daytime classes will be held on Monday and Tuesday.

We will offer an Evening class on Mondays 5- 8pm. Our Anger Management class is on Tues-

days 9-10am. A Parenting class is offered on Wednesdays from 9-11am.

For students and instructors, please call soon as possible at 228586-3510. Registration is available now. Most classes have open enrollment at all times.

We are in need of female volunteer instructors for all class schedules daytime and nighttime. Training is available at our facility for both our Gulf Coast Christian Women’s Job Corps and Hancock County Correctional Facility instructor courses.

We are now accepting inquiries for all positions and can provide training at your convenience.

To learn more about our mission and to offer your time or financial support, please visit our website at www.womenscommunitysupport.org or call 228-586-3510.

• CHURCHES

ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

5303 Diamondhead Cir

Diamondhead, MS 39525-3203 (228) 255-9213

mail@stthomasdiamondhead.org

WORSHIP TIMES

Sunday 8:00 am Holy Eucharist Sunday 10:00 am Holy Eucharist

DIAMONDHEAD

COMMUNITY CHURCH

5301 Diamondhead Circle (288) 255-5556

Weekly Schedule

SUNDAY

Worship – 10:00 a.m.

Worship – 10:00 a.m.

Lifeline Discipleship Classes for all ages: 9 a.m.

Adult Christian Education Classes: 9 a.m.

WIRED - Youth Choir: 5:00 p.m.

YOUTH PRAISE Band

3:30 p.m.

DISCIPLESHIP Group

5:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Youth Night Activities –

Wednesdays: 5:30 p.m.

ADULT CHOIR

5:30 p.m.

** LOOKING AHEAD **

Attention Parents of Pre-Schoolers

Little School is taking 2024-2025 registrations. After the 2024 summer break, Little School will open on Monday, July 29th Little School hours are 9 am-12 pm, Mon – Fri.

DIAMONDHEAD

METHODIST CHURCH

5305 Norma Drive Diamondhead, MS 39525

Office: 228-255-6888

Email: office@diamondheadmethodistchurch.com

Website: www.diamondheadmethodistchurch.com

Facebook: Diamondhead Methodist Church

Pastor: Rev Dwight Ramsey

Sunday: 10:00 am Worship and Kid’s Zone

9:00 am Sunday School/Disciple-

ship Hour

Tuesday 8:00 am men’s breakfast and devotional Thursday: 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm Bible Study

MOST HOLY TRINITY

CATHOLIC CHURCH

9062 Kiln Delisle Road Pass Christian, MS 39571

228-255-1294

Email: admin@mhtcatholic.org Website: http://mhtcatholic.org

Mass Times:

Monday – Friday: 8:00 am Saturday: 4:00 & 6:00 pm

Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 11:00 am & 7:00 pm

Reconciliation: Saturday 3:003:30 pm, or by appointment

JACOB’S WELL BAPTIST CHURCH

29554 Vic Faye Road, Pass Christian, MS 39571; 228-2552555, admin@jacobswellbc.org

Worship times on Sundays: 8:45 am Worship, 10 am Sunday School, and 11 am Worship

ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC CHURCH

5370 Kiln-DeLisle Rd. Kiln, MS 39556 (228)255-1800 www.annunciationkiln.com

Masses: Saturday Vigil 4:00pm; Sunday 8:00am and 10:30am; Weekday 8:00am (Chapel)

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 3:pm to 3:45pm; Sunday 9:45am to 10:15 am and other times by appointment.

Adoration: Tuesday 8:30am to 8:00pm; Friday 8:30am to 9:30am.

LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE PINES

309 Highway 90 Waveland, MS. 39576 228-467-6771

Pastor Brock Cain Services every Sunday morning are at 10:00am Sunday School for children and adults at 9:00am Every Wednesday we offer Bible

study at 1pm.

OLD TOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, PCUSA

114 Ulman Ave. Bay St. Louis, MS39520

Pastor: Rev. Richard T. Gillespie, Th.D. (256)443-4100

Worship, 10am

Adult Sunday School, 9am

BAY SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

106 Turner St. Bay St. Louis 304-1525

Worship/Study Services are held every Saturday (Sabbath)

The Church Family Bible Sabbath School Study begins @ 9:30 AM. The Church Family Worship Hour begins @11:00 AM. A Vegetarian Meal follows the Worship Service. Everyone is Welcome! Prayer Meeting every Thursday currently @ 6:15 PM

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ThuRsdAY moRninG linE

dAnCERs

Lessons and dancing, led by Molly, will be held from 10:00 -11:00 am on THURSDAYS at the DIAMONDHEAD COMMUNITY CENTER. New solid flooring and a huge space. Plenty of room for social distancing. Everyone is welcome.

Great exercise, great fun, $1 room rental per person, per session.

FOR DETAILS OR CANCELLATIONS

see our web site: https://sites.google.com/site/ getmoving12345678/ 228-363-9926

-- By Molly Kooney

hAnCoCK CounTY REPuBliCAn womEn

Hancock County Republican Women Club will be meeting May 2, 2024 at the Diamondhead Country Club at Noon. All are welcome.

-- By Betty Patacek

diAmondhEAd GARdEn CluB

The Diamondhead Garden Club recently held its annual flower show at the Diamondhead Community Church. It was a great success. The next meeting of the garden club will be at the church on May 15tth 9:30AM social time 10AM meeting begins. This will be our last meeting until September. Have a great summer, try to stay cool and see you in September.

-- By Brierley

Acker

winE CluB

The Diamondhead Wine Club is dedicated to the exploration and enjoyment of wine. At each monthly tasting, we sample at least six 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, May 16th -- SPARKLING WINES -- 7:00 at the Club

Join us for one of our favorite evenings as we sample Champagne and Sparkling Wines from around the world. Of course, French Champagne remains the standard, but the quality of Sparkling Wine from other areas and countries continues to improve -- many made by estartes started and owned by the great Champagne Houses.

Cost is $50 for DWC members and $55 for guests. Please make your reservations by mailing your check payable to DWC to: P.O. Box 6523, Diamondhead, MS 39525 or by emailing Lou at louertel@aol.com or Marshall at mekygs@mail.com.

Thursday, June 13th -- Cabernet vs.

The Diamondhead Garden Club recently held its annual flower show at the Diamondhead Community Church.

Bordeaux -- 7:00 at the Club

One of the most renowned wines of France, Bordeaux is normally a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. A Cabernet Sauvignon is made from a signficant majority (normally >75 percent) of Cabernet Sauvignon, but may be blended with Merlot and Cabernet Franc and occasionally another varietal. This will be the first time we’ve done a head-to-head comparison.

Cost is $45 for DWC members and $50 for guests. Please make your reservations by mailing your check payable to DWC to: P.O. Box 6523, Diamondhead, MS 39525 or by emailing Lou at louertel@aol.com or Marshall at mekygs@mail.com.

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P.E.O. Chapter T 2024-2025 Officers were recently elected and installed. From left to right, Jane Vest, President; Mary Craig-Murray, Vice President; Gale Lammers, Recording Secretary; Judy Tauzin, Corresponding Secretary; Dinah Knobloch, Treasurer; Lou Stovall, Chaplain; Marilyn Sloan, Guard. These sisters are excited to lead the Chapter as they raise funds to support the P.E.O. projects that assist women in reaching their educational goals through scholarships, grants, awards, loans, and stewardship of Cottey College.

diAmondhEAd womEn’s CluB

On March 19th we held the drawing for the winner of the Restaurant Gift Certificate raffle. This was our ‘A Year of Divine Dining’ raffle. Our winner, Nickolas Palmature, received all twelve gift certificates worth $150.00 each. If you see Nick around the Country Club please give him a big Congratulations. We would all like to give a Big Thank you to Victoria Magers who worked tirelessly to make this raffle such a success. Proceeds from this raffle

of $10,000 will be presented to the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence

At our April meeting, we worked on finalizing our plans for our annual Glitz & Titz fundraiser, held on Tuesday, April 16th. This event will benefit Pink Heart Funds. Be on the lookout for the Glitz & Titz photos and fundraising success stories. Also at the April meeting, we decorated glasses. Using paint, glitter, and of course bedazzled with rhinestones.

Upcoming meetings and events:

At our meeting on May 1st starting at

11 am in the Emerald Ball Room at the Diamondhead Country Club, our speaker will be Gary Becker from the Diamondhead POA. Gary will be giving us an update on the happenings in Diamondhead and what to expect in the rest of 2024. Also at our May meeting, we will nominate and vote in our new Board members.

If you are interested in knowing more about these positions or processes, please contact Angela @ dhwc2023@gmail.com

Our September meeting will be held on September 4, location and details will be forthcoming.

The theme for our DWC is Supporting & Celebrating Women. The objective of

Diamondhead Women’s Club raffle winner Nickolas Palmature.

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this club shall be to promote an informed and active interest in the civic, social, and moral welfare of the community: to serve the community through the dedication of time and energy for worthy purposes; and to undertake and complete one or more charitable, humanitarian or social welfare projects each year.

Our meetings (we do not meet in June, July, or August), are held the first Wednesday of each month from September to May, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the Diamondhead Country Club, Emerald Ballroom, unless otherwise noted. Membership is $20.00 and is open to all women.

Dates and times for upcoming meetings, events, and fundraisers are to be announced in upcoming issues of this publication and you can follow us on Facebook.

For more information about the Diamondhead Women’s Club or any of our events, please contact the DWC President, Marilyn Lott @ 601-528-3336.

-- By Rachel Huskins

CluB

Rotary Club of Central Hancock County assisted the King’s Kitchen in preparing meals for the community the week before Easter. Such a great feeling providing this service to our neighboring community of Bay St Louis!!

The following week we enjoyed our guest speaker, Susan Jones, from the WOMEN’s resource center. She was very informative re: their much needed services!!!

To start April off we enjoyed hearing from Emile Nassar,

RoTARY

Rotary club of Central Hancock County assisted the King’s Kitchen in preparing meals for the community the week before Easter. Such a great feeling providing this service to our neighboring community of Bay St Louis!!

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from

Lead Trainer from Prestige Fitness. He provided Rotarians with lots of great info for living a healthy lifestyle!!

We are looking forward to hosting a spaghetti dinner in May to benefit a local citizen who has had surgery to remove a tumor and has a long road to recovery with lots of impending medical bills

If you are interested in joining our Rotary club or being a guest speaker, please call Dr. Virginia Boyle @ 228-243-8889.

-- By Virginia Boyle

dh GEAux hiKinG CluB

Whew! The stormy April weather pre-

sented some challenges which affected our plans, but didn’t keep us away from the trails… no-siree! We still got out to hike the Fountainebleau Trail in Ocean Springs and delighted in the early-blooming wildflowers and the bright green leaves on the rejuvenating trees. We also did a week-long exploration of the Tishomingo area in north Mississippi. Before March turned to April, we also enjoyed the “ups and downs” of the Tuxachanie trail in the Desoto National Forest where we identified baby pine trees, white violets, Carolina jasmine, and flowering lily pads along with several bird songs. There

was also a stroll through Bayou Gardens, the estate of former Louisiana Governor Richard Pk. Leche and his wife, Elton. Of course, we also had some mighty tasty lunches at Hiking Club-approved eateries And, we also have a full calendar for May. Our May hikes include: Saturday, May 4--Fountainebleau Trail, Ocean Springs. This hike is FREE and is always held on the first Saturday of the month. This interesting & informative hike meanders through about 2 miles of trails under the forest canopy, along Davis Bayou and through the savanna and is led by an expert naturalist sponsored by the Jackson County Recreation Department, Mississippi Sandhill Crane Wildlife Refuge, and the Audubon Society. We’ll have lunch after the hike somewhere nearby. Meet at Twin Lakes a bit before 8:00am. Leave at 8:00am. Hike starts in Ocean Springs at 9:00am. Don’t worry, we’ll be back in Diamondhead in time to mix up a pitcher of mint juleps and tune in to the TV coverage of the 150th running of the

Kentucky Derby. Leader from Diamondhead to Ocean Springs: Sheila Edwards Thursday, May 9—Twelve Oaks Nature Trail, Ocean Springs. Have you been to Twelve Oaks? Its storied history dates back to before the Civil War. We will be greeted by a stunning canopy of live oak trees followed by a short half-mile loop trail that winds through the remnants of a garden, diverse bayhead swamps and a scenic vista of Old Fort Bayou. Meet at Twin Lakes at 9:00. Leader: Sheila Edwards

Wednesday, May 22—Sandhill Crane Refuge, Gautier, MS. Here, a colorful blend of rare orchids, carnivorous plants and other ground cover thrive under the pines in one of the most species-rich plant communities in North America. This is a wet pine savanna ecosystem – the critical

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Susan Jones, from the WOMEN’s Resource Center, spoke recently to Rotary Club of Central Hancock Co.

Emile Nassar, Lead Trainer from Prestige Fitness, spoke recently to Rotary Club.

DH Geaux Hiking Club recently enjoyed lunch at Sherry’s Country Kitchen.

MAY 20 24 CLUB NEWS

BY ChRis RAhAim

diRECToR of food & BEVERAGE

We have LOTS going on in May, and we look forward to seeing you and your friends!

PoRK ChoP wEdnEsdAY

This has been so popular that we will run again every Wednesday night in May! We will offer a 12-ounce, Bone-In Grilled Pork Chop served with a cornbread muffin and mixed greens. $13. Dine-in only, limited availability. 5:00 – 8:00.

ThuRsdAY dinnER sPECiAl –sPECiAlTY winG Pl ATE

Five whole chicken wings with specialty side. $15

• May 2 – Smoked Garlic with Baked Beans

• May 9 – Nashville Fried with Sweet Slaw

• May 16 – Jerk with Rice and Beans

• May 23 – Bacon Pepper Jelly with Fried Okra

• May 30 – Brazilian Charred with Cassava Fries

sATuRdAY dinnER sPECiAl – shRimP Boil

It’s back! Peel & Eat Royal Reds served with Corn, Sausage, Potatoes & Mushrooms One Pound - $20. 1/2 Pound $12. Served from 5:00 – 9:00 fRidAY niGhT liVE musiC

In Latitude 30, 7:00 – 10:00

• May 3 – Harvey Jesus & Fire

• May 10 – Razzoo

• May 17 – Southern Voice

• May 24 – Tease Me Band

• May 31 - Witness

sATuRdAY niGhT liVE musiC

From 6:00 – 9:00

• May 4 – Quarter Notes

• May 11 – Ronnie Hammons

• May 18 – Silver City Band

• May 25 – 90 Degrees West. Country Western Night TuEsdAY niGhT BinGo

Please join us on May 14 & May 28 for our fun Bingo Night with Brigitte & Sylvia! 6:00 – 7:30 wEdnEsdAY TRiViA niGhT

Every Wednesday Night in Latitude 30 with Ronnie Hammons! 7:00 – 9:00

ThuRsdAY - KARAoKE niGhT

With Ray Walters in Latitude 30 from 6:00 – 10:00 Cinco de Mayo Party Saturday, May 4 Skip the Siesta. Join our Fiesta! Chef Ricky has a delicious buffet menu planned for our party from 5:00 to 8:00 on The Oak Room Patio and Latitude 30! Wristbands are available the night of the party. Discount for POA members in good standing. Please see the menu in this issue.

KEnTuCKY dERBY – sATuRdAY, mAY 4

Watch the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby with us from 11:00 – 7:00. Indulge in our Derby Plate Hot Browns, Pimento Cheese, Bourbon Balls, Deviled Eggs - $14. Mint Juleps $6, Pimm’s Cup $8. mom’s winE & TAPAs on ThE PATio –mAY 11

Join us on the Oak Room Patio at 6:00 pm! We will have Four Wine Flights • Benvolio Prosecco

• Diatom Chardonnay

• Mantanzas Creek Sauvignon Blanc

• Brewer Clifton Pinot Noir

And Charcuterie & Tapas.

$55 per person, inclusive. Discount available for POA

members in good standing.

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The Mother’s Day Buffet is one of our most popular events; you don’t want to miss out! We will have seatings at 10:30, Noon, and 1:30 in The Oak Room and Ballroom. Reservations are required. Call 228255-2918 ext. 3. The buffet will also be available in Latitude 30 from 10:30 – 1:30 (open seating). Discount for POA members in good standing. The full menu is included in this newsletter.

TACos & BinGo mAY 14

Build your own taco and nacho buffet from 5:00 –7:00. $20. And a fun night of Bingo with Brigitte & Sylvia!

BouRBon & CiGARs mAY 18

Join us for our last Bourbon & Cigars night until September!

On the Oak Room Patio from 5:00 – 7:00! Enjoy light appetizers and a custom selection of rare and unusual bourbons and cigars. $46 per person*, plus tax & gratuity. The price includes two drink tickets, a cigar ticket, and appetizers. Please call 228-2552918 ext.3 to reserve your spot. *Discount available for POA members in good standing.

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90 Degrees West will be playing in Latitude 30 from 6:00 – 9:00. Grab your line dance friends and country music lovers for this fun night! Wear your best country duds – you might win the Costume Contest! Memorial Day May 27

Be sure to stop into Latitude 30 between 11:00 –2:00 for The Club Hotdog Plate. A Wagyu hotdog on a pretzel bun topped with chili, candied bacon, shredded pepperjack cheese, and chipotle sour cream. Served with Cajun curly fries. $12

CominG soon

EuRoPEAn VACATion old- woRld winE dinnER JunE 29

You’re going to have a blast on our European Vacation! It features a 5-course dinner and accompanying wines. The menu and details are included in this newsletter.

AliCE in wondERl And winE dinnER JulY 13

Wear your favorite Alice in Wonderland costume and join us for this delicious five- course dinner featuring wines from Michael David Winery. The menu is included in this newsletter. Prizes for best costumes!

winE BlEndER EVEnT AuGusT 24

A night to remember! Drink, eat, and learn. Blend your own wine. Learn from wine masters during a three-course meal in the Emerald Ballroom. Doors open at 6:00. The First pour and appetizer with instruction course begins at 6:30. More details will be released soon.

lATiTudE 30 PATio 4Th AnniVERsARY PARTY sEPTEmBER

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Join us to celebrate the 4th anniversary of the Latitude 30 Patio! A Bayou BBQ Buffet will be served on the Patio from 5:00 – 8:00. We’ll have a Zydeco Band playing on the Patio from 4:00 – 7:00, and Monster Crawfish will be in Latitude 30 from 7:00 – 10:00. Event details are included in this newsletter.

• CLUBS

the Tuxachanie

habitat for endangered Mississippi sandhill cranes, migratory songbirds and waterfowl, and many other wildlife species. The refuge protects and restores the last remaining wet pine savanna in the United States, and ensures the survival of the rare and magnificent Mississippi sandhill crane. While hoping to sneak up on the crane flock, we’ll also visit the savanna habitat and get a hike in along the trail. We’ll have lunch somewhere on the way back to Diamondhead. Meet a bit before 9:00 am at the front of the Country Club to form carpools. Leader: Betty Whittington Thursday, May 30—Overlook at Old Fort Bayou, Ocean Springs. Ocean Springs is now home to a mile-long looping trail and raised boardwalk overlooking Old Fort Bayou that includes mixed hardwood forest and estuarine tidal marsh. Visitors to the trail will be able to see vital ecosystems for native plants and animals on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Those walking the trail may also see a snag, which is home to a bald eagle. Lunch somewhere in Ocean Springs at one of the many excellent eateries. Meet at Twin Lakes a bit before 9:00am. Leader: Sheila Edwards

Our May planning meeting will be Tuesday, May 7, at Kanaka Room, DH Country Club at 6:00pm, during which we will plan our June hikes. All are welcome; all ages and abilities. There are no dues. You do not have to live in Diamondhead.

Let’s GEAUX hiking!

-- By Sheila Edwards

lAdiEs BRidGE PARTY

The date for our Bridge Party is Friday, June 28, 2024, at the Country Club. Our arrival time is 9:15 and we shall begin playing bridge at 9:30. If you have any questions regarding the Ladies Bridge Party, please contact Terre Settle at 2559892 or Gay Young at 255-1528.

The winners of the April Party were Elise Breen First Place and Terre Settle Second Place. Our Special Prize went to Velma Nauman.

-- By Gay Young

diAmondhEAd lions CluB

4Th AnnuAl doG show

Diamondhead Lions Club with the Hancock County Animal Shelter and the Friends of the Animal Shelter will once again present the popular “Diamondhead Lions Dog Show” after a long delay caused by the Pandemic. This year we will be back with all the classes of dogs, both Pure-Bred and Mixed Breed.

The dog show will be held at the Diamondhead Pavilion at Twin Lakes on May 4, 2024.

In each class there will be Trophies and Awards for: Best Male, Best Female, Cutest Male, Cutest Female, Smallest Dog,

2023-24 Marathon Bridge winners: ( l/r) 5th place: Eileen OBrien/Liz Leonard; 4th place: Kathryn Lewis/(not pictured) Jon Lewis; 3rd place:Mary Sartin/Nancy Yarbrough; Second place: Jan Murphy/Linda Naron; 1st place: Marie Roots/Conchetta Donnelly. 2024-25 Marathon Bridge begins in September: see Community Notes for more information or text 228-697-4505 -- By Kathryn Lewis

DH Geaux Hiking Club recently hiked

Trail in the Desoto National Forest.

Diamondhead

DIAMONDHEAD

Diamondhead Chapter U

PEO (Philanthropic Education Organization)elects 2024-25 -Officers: (front)

Guard Dinah Rhoades, President Teresa Manning, Vice-President Judy Davis, (back) Recording

Secretary Cheryl Doyle, Corresponding Secretary Eileen O’Brien, Treasurer Jessica Harwood and Chaplain Barbara Quebedeaux.

--By Kathryn Lewis

Best Costume, Most Unusual Dog, Largest Dog, and Oldest Dog.

Day of Show Registration will begin at 9:00 AM and the Dog Show will begin shortly after 9:30 AM with pre-registered dogs going first. Winner Trophy awards will be given for each category and Best of Show. Every dog is welcome and every dog can have his/her Day!

Entry Fee: $25 per dog if registered before event - $30 per dog - day of show.

To register, make your check out to Diamondhead Lions Club and include all details about each dog, including breed, gender, weight, size, age, and any special qualities.

Please mail registration to: Lion Sherry Necaise 5515 Ahoni St., Diamondhead, MS 39525

For more information, or to get an email application form, contact Lion Dwain Simpson at dwainsimpson@aol.com.

Microchipping will be available for $20, and Free Spay/Neuter Vouchers for Hancock County Residents --- Additional low cost for outside Hancock County. ALSO: Dog and Cat Toys, leashes, collars, halters, etc. (w/donation)

All proceeds will be donated to the Hancock County Animal Shelter, and Diamondhead Lions Club Charity Programs.

Come and enjoy a great day with the most-loved dogs in Diamondhead! For Hancock County residents, there is no fee to attend, and Hot Dog lunch plates with chips and drink will be provided for $5 donation.

*ALL ANIMALS ARE REQUIRED TO BE ON LEASH*

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We would like to thank those who played mah jongg this spring. We’d like to ask others to join us as we continue to play on Tuesdays in the club’s card room.

We welcome new players, have fun, laugh a bit, and are competitive! Playing from 12:30 - 4:00 PM. Phone 342-5217 for more information.

-- By Sandy Price

Krewe of Olympus celebrates its Greek Spring Soiree!

BY lEAnnE GuidRY

Olympus ushered in Spring with a Grecian inspired party on March 23rd. The togaesque décor was the vision of Maggie Craig, Leanne Guidry and Eva Amos. Columns, tables flowered wreaths and backdrops of Greece filled The Club at Diamondhead’s Emerald Ballroom giving toga-clad guests a festive atmosphere. Hawes Amos, Olympus board member, started the event off with a few words before partygoers hit the dance floor!

Adding jubilee to the soiree, Krewe members and invitees enjoyed the music and voice of local DJ, Ronnie Hammons, while The Club served a delicious Greek buffet. Among the distinguished guests were the reigning Royalty of the Krewe of Olympus, including Queen Hera XVI, Kathy Simmons Cobb, accompanied by her

court Apollo, Jamie Kingston, and Aphrodite, Alison Kingston, looking fabulous in their togas. Looking ahead, the Krewes’ next event is the General Mem-

bership meeting scheduled for June 18th followed by the very popular summer party in July. As the call for toga attire echoes, the spirit of Olympus thrives.

Krewe of Olympus Party Goers in Togas!

Queen Hera XVI, Kathy Simmons Cobb and Aphrodite Alison Kingston.

Eva Amos, Mimi Ladner, and Maggie Craig.

• SPORTS

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ChRis AlTEsE, PGA diRECToR of Golf

The golf courses are in beautiful condition thanks to our golf course maintenance team! Many are saying we are the best in the area. Why play golf or live anywhere else? Diamondhead has it all. Now is a perfect time to get out and play some golf on our two championship golf courses.

We know it is tempting to walk on the golf cart paths/trails during this nice weather. All should obey the posted signage at all entry points prohibiting any activity on the golf course, golf cart paths, and golf cart trails other than golf. This is ultimately for your safety and so that those members and guests paying to play golf can do so without concern of hurting someone with

an errant golf shot someone who happens to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. With many newcomers to the area and some not so new that do not know golf, it is important that we share this information. On the same note, Diamondhead members have access to several walking trails that were designed specifically for that purpose. Feel free to ask our staff in the Golf Shop or call (228) 255-3910 if you have any questions.

The Ladies’ Malahini was held in April. This is a great event for our lady golfers and to showcase our facilities. We look forward to announcing the results in next month’s article.

The Men’s Malahini, our premier golf events, is The Club at Diamondhead’s Member-Guest and it will be held May 17-19.

You may still have time to get your team registered. The Malahini is a major event for The Club at Diamondhead, and it’s one of our favorite events of the year.

We hosted the Big Kahuna Golf Challenge on April 5-7. 84 players registered to play in this 2-day, 36-hole, individual stroke play championship. It really was an incredible event with strong competition across the board. Congratulations to our flight winners including Big Kahuna (Men’s) Overall Champion Robby Russell, our Wahine Stroke Play/ Ladies’ Overall Award Winner Champion Debra Shea-Phillips, and our Big Kahuna Shootout Champion Ced Smith! We also had a hole-in-one by Jack Lawson during the closest to pin challenge on Friday afternoon just prior to The Chee Weez per-

formance on the event lawn.

Big Kahuna Flight Winners-

Men’s White Tee A Flight 1-Robby Russell

Men’s White Tee A Flight 2-Kelly Ross

Men’s White Tee B Flight 1-Erik Frank

Men’s White Tee B Flight 2-Chris Marro

Men’s Gold Tee Flight 1-Tom Amedee

Men’s Gold Tee Flight 2-Johnny Frazier

Men’s Gold/Red Flight-Marvin Gray

Men’s Red Flight-Tran Asprodites

Ladies’ Gold Flight-Madison Malley

Ladies’ Red Flight 1-Debra

Shea-Phillips

Ladies’ Red Flight 2-Denise Bergeron

Ladies’ Black Flight-Amy Swint

Big Kahuna Shootout Results1st place…Ced Smith

2nd place…Nick Beale

3rd place…Tommy Snell 4th place…Brice Howard

See all results for the Big Kahuna Golf Challenge at our event website...www.dcc-bigkahuna2024.golfgenius.com. Lots of fun!

Upcoming events...

4/29 Hancock Hawks Football Booster Tournament (open to all)

4/29-4/30 Veteran’s Golf Association Event

5/1 Gulf Coast Seabee Golf Invitational

5/4 US Kids Gulf Coast Local Tour Event

5/5 Jackson State Alumni Event

5/10 Shuck Cancer Golf Classic

5/11 Under Armour Junior Golf Tour Event

5/17 TaylorMade Fitting Experience

5/17-5/19 Men’s Malahini Member-Guest

5/23 Diamond in the Rough Ladies’ Invitational

5/25 Gulf Coast Slavic Chase (open to all)

5/31-6/2 Hawaiian Mixed Couples Invitational

6/3-6/7 Greens Aeration - Pine

6/15 Tanner Adam Golf Tournament

6/17-6/20 Summer Junior Golf Camp (call 228-255-3910 for more information)

Other Important Dates:

7/6-7/7 Magnolia Classic

7/15-7/18 Greens Aeration – Cardinal

Say you don’t golf...you don’t have to miss out on the fun. The Golf Academy of Diamondhead can get you enjoying the game of golf in no time. Golf instruction is available all levels of play and especially beginners. Stop by and give it a swing! We guarantee that you will be glad you did.

Golfers…are you doing your part? It’s your course too so let’s all do our part. Fill your divot and then two more. Repair your ball mark and then two more. 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.

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BY shiRlEY hAlTERmAn

Well, Spring has definitely arrived on the Gulf Coast. And, has brought with it showers to water the beautiful azaleas but also to interfere with our golf schedule. This could turn out to be a very short article as the month had only four Tuesdays and the first and last Tuesday games had to be cancelled. Bummer! However, things are looking up and we plan to get in as much golf as possible during April. Cross your fingers!

We had hoped to play our Founders Tournament on the first Tuesday of March but Mother Nature had other ideas, depositing cold weather and rain so this competition was rescheduled for March 19th. As everyone was anxious to get back on the course, we had a great turnout of 32 members for our Even Holes competition on the Front Nine of the Pine Course. This event means that only the scores on the even number holes are counted toward

your final score. First Flight Winners were: 1st Place = Therese Mauterer, 2nd Place (in a scorecard playoff) went to Judy Tauzin and in yet another scorecard playoff, 3rd Place was taken by Ruth Holmes. Judy Lakota handily took 1st Place in the Second Flight, while Tracey Garriga came in 2nd Place followed by Toni Rossol in yet another Scorecard Playoff. In the Third Flight, Margaret Sherwood came in First with Cathy Gesell in Second place and Shirley Halterman in Third place (and yes, it was another Scorecard Playoff.). Not to be left out, Nancy Barker grabbed 1st Place in the Fourth Flight , followed by Janice Murray in 2nd Place and Ruthie O’Neill in 3rd Place. And dare I say it, another Scorecard Playoff! I guess that is what happens when we get enough gals out for four flights and competition is close. We recorded two Chip-Ins during the round. Janice Murray had one on Hole #8, and Pat VanDervort scored hers on Hole #7. By the way, Scorecard Playoffs are done by comparing the last 6 hole scores.

We actually did manage to play our Founders Tournament on the Back Nine of the Pine Course on Tuesday, March 19th. We were only able to field three flights for this event as several gals originally signed up were not able to play. Twenty-one gals competed. First Place awards were given in each of the flights and their names will be placed on the Founder’s Trophy at the Club. First Flight winners were: 1st Place —Tracey Garriga, 2nd Place — Ruth Holmes and 3rd Place — Brigitte Becker. Second Flight produced the following winners: 1st Place — MaryAnn Stromeyer, 2nd Place — Susie Fontenot and 3rd Place — Toni Rossol. In the Third Flight the following gals scored 1st Place — Sharon Gerchow, 2nd Place — Ruthie O’Neill and 3rd Place — Margaret Sherwood. We have to note that both the First and Second Flight also had to be determined by scorecard playoffs. When it came to lowest Putts, Tracey Garriga won in the First Flight with only 17 putts, MaryAnn Stromeyer had only 12 Putts to take the honors in the Second Flight and Nancy Barker scored only 19 Putts to take the Third Flight honors. Durning this competition we also give awards not only for lowest Putts but also for Closest-to-the Pin. The First Flight winner in this area was Tracey Garriga, Second Flight was Toni Rossol and Third Flight was Ruthie O’Neill.

While we had looked forward to playing a Scramble on the final Tuesday of the

Month, once again the weather had other ideas, and our game had to be cancelled due to substantial rains both the night before and the morning of our planned round.

So, until next month, as we pray for more cooperative weather, the gals of the Nines hope that by the time you read this you will have had a most Blessed Easter!

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BY GEnE dEmEdiCs

The format for the game on March 20 was ABCD Mixed Bag. Finishing first was the team of Berni Breen, John Bunce, Lenny Alphonso and Al Mast with a score of 22 under par. In second place was the team of Norman Bowley, Kevin West, Art Burgoyne and Pat Jarrell with a score of 19 under par. Finishing third was the team of John Benus, Byron Gandy, Ronnie Austin and Joe Murray with a score of 17 under par. Berni Breen and Norman Bowley tied for low individual with a net score of 68.

Closest to the pin winners were Byron Gandy, Mike Galvin, Berni Breen and John McLaughlin. Closest shot of the day was hit by Mike Galvin at 6’2”.

The Saturday play day for the first quarter was held March 23. Lunch was provided after the round. The format for the competition was ABCD Scramble. Finishing first with an excellent score of 10 under par was the team of Sam Lee, Mark Beddoe and Val Miller. In second place was the team of John Benus, Tom Woolbright, Art Burgoyne and AJ Dilley with a score of 8 under par. Finishing third was the team of Dave Barbato, John Bunce, Bill Merna and Dennis Tauzin with a score of 6 under par.

Closest to the pin winners were John Bunce, John Benus and Gene deMedicis who won two pins. Closest shot of the day was hit by John Bunce at 3’7”.

In the ABCD Stableford competition on March 27 two teams tied for first place with a score of 118. The team of Berni Breen, Dave Barbato, Daryl Vaught and Lee Bell tied with the team of Norman Bowley, Lee Kormondy, Marc Beddoe and Dennis Tauzin. Two teams also tied for third place with a score of 109. The team of Billy Stroud, John Bunce, Byron Gandy and Al Mast tied with the team of Tom Amedee, Cat Aguda, Dennis Laumann and AJ Dilley. Finishing fifth was the

team of George Thibodeaux, Erie Hebert, John McLaughlin and Larry Popovich. Berni Breen, Marc Beddoe and Dennis Tauzin tied for low individual with a net score of 68.

Closest to the pins were won by Larry Popovich, Billy Stroud, Joe Murray and George Thibodeaux. Closest shot of the day was hit by Billy Stroud at 3’9”.

The format for the game on April 3 was Peers Two Best Ball. Finishing first was the team of Ronnie Austin, Ron Rech, AJ Dilley and Larry Popovich with a score of 19 under par. Two teams tied for second place with a score of 17 under par. The team of Chuck Ingraham, Lenny Alphonso, Dennis Tauzin and Jim Shoemaker tied with team of Joe Doyle, Warren Morgan, John Bunce and Marc Beddoe. In fourth place was the team of Ken Walker, Dave Barbato, Lee Kormondy and Kevin West. Chuck Ingraham won low individual with a net score of 67.

Closest to the pin winners were Lenny Alphonso, John Lee, Warren Morgan and Sam Lee. Closest shot of the day was hit by John Lee at 1’10”.

I’ll see you on the course.

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BY CollEEn JonEs

The days are getting longer and the temperatures are getting warmer for more golf. March 7th we played a game called Odd Fellows. You could choose one par 3,4 & 5 to subtract from your score. We played this game on the Pine Course. The first flight winner was Liz Bell, second place was Cassandra Godbold and there was a tie for third place between Amy Swint and Denise Bergeron. Second flight had a three way tie for first place

between Brigette Becker, Patty Hourin and Terri Woolbright. Closest to the pin winners were Brigette Becker on hole #2, Terri Woolbright on hole #6 & #15 and Colleen Jones on hole #13. Birdies were had by Brigette Becker and Liz Bell. Kim McElwee had the only chip-in.

March 14th we had a St. Patricks Day Scramble on the Cardinal Course. The First place team was Liz Austin, Rosa Humphrey, Carol Kirschenbaum and Patty Hourin. Second place team was Liz Bell, Tiffany Webb, Terrie Garrett and Margaret Papaleo. Closest to the pin winners were Tiffany Webb on hole #4 & #7, Kim McElwee on hole #13 and Liz Austin on hole #17. Birdies were had by Kim McElwee, Margie James, Tiffany Webb and Liz Austin had two. Chip-ins were had by Fran Smith and Joanne Fried.

March 21st we played a 2 person blind draw on the Cardianl Course. The first

flight had a tie between the teams of Cassandra Goldbold/Joanne Fried and Karen Dougherty/Georgeann Luxion. The second flight winners were Joyce Teerling & Rita Durham. Closest to the pin winners were Margie James on hole #4 & #13, Dianne Ackerman on hole #7 and Terrie Garrett on hole #17. Birdies were had by Margie James and Georgeann Luxion. Chip-in

were had by Ruth Holmes and Kim McElwee.

March 28th we had our Scotch Double Tournament. This is were you have a woman and man team and after the first shot you alternate who hits the ball until the match is over. The overall winning team was Adam & Rosa Humphrey. The First flight winners were 1st place Al-

DWGA Odd Fellows winners, Liz Bell, Cassandra Godbold, Denise Bergeron, Amy Swint, Brigette Becker, Terri Woolbright.

DWGA Scotch Double Overall Winners, Adam & Rosa Humphery.

St. Patrick Scramble, Margaret Papaleo, Tiffany Webb, Liz Bell, Terrie Garrett, Liz Austin, Patty Hourin, Carol Kirschenbaum, Rosa Humphrey.

len & Liz Austin. Second place was a tie between the teams of Dave & Mary

and the team of Mike Sheffield & Amy Swint.

The Second Flight winners were Tom & Terri Woolbright. Second place was

Tennis & Recreation in DH

BY donnA GoEddE

Our Main pool at the Country Club now has 3 enclosed Cabana’s by the splash Pad / shallow area.

What a great way to have a birthday party or celebration with family.

The Club will also be offering service for food and drinks! We look forward to what’s cookin’!

Pools open May 1, Please be sure to have your member card available for the staff at check in.

If you haven’t already, be sure to stop at the POA office or concierge desk for your cards if they Need to be replaced or stamped.

We have a great Tennis camp again this summer – spots are filling up quickly.

Weeks are June 10-13 , June 24-27 & July 15-18th.

Did you know we offer a Teen Tennis Membership? Keep your skills in tack for next season or just come out and Have fun with old and new friends.

Membership forms are available at the

Tennis Club or call 228-255-5030

Be sure to reserve your courts ahead of time- we are in spring busy season

Congratulations to our very own Tennis Pro, Coach Bob Speight and St. Stanislaus and Our Lady Academy on going to state this Season!!! They will be traveling to Oxford, MS to play. Way to go Coach!!

Charles & Liz Bell. Third place winners were Scott & Betsy Lyons.

The Third Flight had a tie for first between Brian & Kim Knight and Steve & Georgeann Luxion. Second place was the team of Word & Robin Johnston.

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First Flight winners, Mike Sheffield, Amy Swint, Dave & Mary Lou Czaplicki, Liz & Allen Austin.

Second Flight winners, Tom & Terri Woolbright, Liz & Charles Bell, Betsy & Scott Lyons.

Third Flight winners, Word & Robin Johnston, Brian & Kim Knight, Georgeann & Steve Luxion.

A Night to Remember Submitted by Igi Rybar (Proud Father)

Diamondhead’s Aidan Rybar just had his Senior prom night with his beautiful friend Chelsa Logan. Aidan is graduating from Hancock High School, he has four years at Hancock High JROTC as a Battalion Executive Officer, and he is going to Mississippi State University- Electrical Engineering. Chelsa is currently at Biloxi High School and will be moving into the 12th grade in the Fall.

Ted Longo of Diamondhead competed in 2024 Arnold Classic

BY AmY lonGo

By Amy LongoTed

Longo of Diamondhead competed in Columbus Ohio on March 1st. He was in the USA Powerlifting (USAPL) Masters equipped division, for 60-year-olds in the 200-pound class.

USAPL was founded at St. Stanislaus in Bay St. Louis MS by Brother Bennett Bishop to give drug-free athletes a path to compete in powerlifting. Ted trained under Br. Bennett when he was a student at SSC and was proud to represent his mentor and his high school at this event.

Ted set 3 Mississippi state records for his age and weight class. He squatted 462.9 lbs., benched 314.1 lbs., and deadlifted 523.6 lbs. for a total of 1300.7 pounds.

Special thanks to Geoff Kergosien (SSC ’81) who also trained

in the

with Br. Bennett and Steve Lemarie for on-site coaching at the meet.

Ted is scheduled to compete in

the USAPL national championship in Greenville SC in July of this year. He will drop a weight class to 198 lbs. /60year olds.

Diamondhead’s Ted Longo recently competed

2024 Arnold Classic in Columbus, Oh.