NEW TOUR OF PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FOR SALE WILL PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ARTS ALIVE FESTIVAL UNDER THE THEME “THE ART OF LIVING” The Parade of Homes will return to Hancock County on Saturday, March 29th during the two-day annual ArtsAlive Festival. The Parade, which is free and open to the public, will feature homes for…

The Hancock Chamber of Commerce is proud to kick off its centennial year, celebrating a century of fostering growth, innovation, and community spirit. Established in 1925 as the Bay St. Louis Chamber of Commerce by the Rotary Club, the organization officially became the Hancock Chamber in 1945. Today, it remains a cornerstone of economic and…

Dec. 16, 2024 – The Hancock Chamber of Commerce announced the 2025 Ambassador Team at their Christmas Party on Dec. 11th held at The Club at Diamondhead. The new team represents all areas of Hancock County and a wide variety of industries. Melanie Hotard of Ochsner Health will lead the group as Chair. “We can’t…

The Hancock Chamber Education Committee announced the recipients of its annual classroom grant program at the 2024 Teacher Appreciation Dinner. The classroom grant program started in 2009. It has awarded 87 grants totaling $80.797 including this year’s cohort. The 2024 recipients include: Georganne Kinney, Hancock Middle School – Motivational Stickers Production Project Lacey Vitalec, Hancock…

As the holiday season approaches, the Hancock Chamber of Commerce encourages everyone to shop small and local to strengthen our community. Supporting small businesses is more than a transaction—it’s an investment in the heart of Hancock County. Why Shopping Small Matters Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. Nationally, they represent 99.9% of all…

Together, We Can Always Accomplish MoreWednesday, October 16th is Support Your Local Chamber Day By Heather Ladner SmithPresident, Hancock Chamber of CommercePartner, Butler Snow  Local Chambers of Commerce are our nation’s strongest small business advocates, providing a voice for thousands of communities across America. Wednesday, October 16th is National Support Your Chamber Day, which gives…

The Hancock Chamber of Commerce’s Education Committee is offering an exciting opportunity for teachers in Hancock County schools to apply for “Make A Difference Classroom Grants” for the 2024-2025 school year. These grants, designed to support innovative projects and address classroom needs, are available for teachers in grades Pre-K through 12, with a maximum grant…