Living
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Mississippi’s Best Christmas Light Displays
Nothing gets you into the holiday spirit more than enjoying of the beauty of the season in carefully and lovingly crafted light displays. Mississippi is so very fortunate to be the home to so many of these wonderful light displays sponsored by cities or organizations or Christmas enthusiasts. A road trip to see many of […] More
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The 12 “Dates” of Christmas on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
Christmas is a time of magic, enchantment, and love, especially on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and what better way to show your affection to your loved one than the perfect gift or even better take them on a special date that he or she will never forget. Are you stumped by what special date to […] More
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The Importance of Shopping Local
Well before Thanksgiving, we were bombarded with ads and commercials promoting all the sales of “Black Friday,” “Pre-Black Friday,” etc. Not only do you have the challenge of buying just the right gift for someone special on your Christmas list, but now we have so many major outlet stores and specials being thrown at us […] More
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A Mississippi Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving and Mississippi go hand in hand, don’t they? Mississippi culture embodies this holiday; enjoying delicious food, as friends and family gather together while memories are made. Of course, we all know Thanksgiving didn’t originate in the Magnolia State. However, over the years, Mississippians have put their spin on this meal of gratitude! Here are […] More
Food / Dining
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The History of Southern Cuisine
I have always been interested in the history of food, especially when it comes to Southern traditions and foodways. So, I put together a few interesting (or not) food facts that I hope you find amusing. If you live in south Mississippi or Louisiana anytime before the 1950s, what you sweetened your tea with was […] More
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in Living, Featured, Food & Dining
A Mississippi Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving and Mississippi go hand in hand, don’t they? Mississippi culture embodies this holiday; enjoying delicious food, as friends and family gather together while memories are made. Of course, we all know Thanksgiving didn’t originate in the Magnolia State. However, over the years, Mississippians have put their spin on this meal of gratitude! Here are […] More
Entertainment
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Miss Mississippi Emmie Perkins Sets Sights on Miss America Title
Miss Mississippi 2022 Emmie Perkins will travel to the East Coast this week to take the stage at the Miss America competition. “Our country will soon have a new Miss America,” Perkins said. “I can’t wait to live out a dream I never knew would be part of my life plan. What’s meant for you […] More
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‘The Nutcracker’ by the World Ballet Series Comes to Hattiesburg
Hattiesburg is in for an extraordinary treat this holiday season. On December 6, the World Ballet Series will be making a rare stop in the Hub City to bring a true Christmas fairy tale tradition in grand fashion as the Historic Saenger Theater plays host to this world-class dance production to the stage, giving all […] More
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An Action Movie Is Filming in Gulfport and You Could Be an Extra
An action-packed buddy movie loaded with intriguing twists and fascinating turns that revolve around a reluctant friendship is currently being filmed in Gulfport and you could be an extra cast member on the set. Morgan Casting has been tasked with recruiting stylish extras for the SAG-AFTRA action/buddy movie, “The Bounty Chase,” that’s being filmed in […] More
Environment
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DIY Backyard Thanksgiving Centerpieces and Tablescapes
Having a Thanksgiving table with a “WOW” factor can be as simple as walking into your own backyard. The great thing about the Magnolia State is everything from fruit to flowers is still in bloom this time of year. Even if the weather in your area has been a little cold and a tad bit […] More
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Tree Snags Are Full of Life
As important as live trees are to our world, it turns out that dead ones contribute as much or possibly more. Most stories about snags make the point that dead wood may provide more than live wood. That sounds good when the long list of animals that depend on tree snags is shared. But live […] More
