5 Things Patch is Covering This Week

Want a sneak peek of what we're up to this week on Gulfport Patch?

Here's a few things you'll be able to check out:

1. The Gulfport City Council Regular Meeting is on Tuesday, August 16th at 7 p.m. at Gulfport City Hall. We'll have more from the meeting on Wednesday.

2. Looking for ways to "go green"? Check out what Jamie McWade suggests. McWade shares everything from how to recycle greeting cards, to conserve water and even plant an organic garden. Learn more from McWade's column every Tuesday on Gulfport Patch.

3. Every Tuesday we say "Thank You" to volunteers in Gulfport. Check out the next volunteer of the week in Giving Back in Gulfport.

4. Do you have kids? Want to laugh out loud and share your stories and parenting advice? Check out  every Wednesday on Gulfport Patch.

5. Stay tuned on Thursday for our business spotlight of the week. Reporter Bob Deakin takes you behind the scenes to find out how some of the city's best known businesses came to be in our weekly series . With more than dozens of local businesses featured so far, search to see if your favorite place has been featured!