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MISSISSIPPI STATE HOSPITAL ANNOUNCES 2026 CHRISTMAS PARADE

Mississippi State Hospital’s annual Christmas Parade will roll through campus on Friday, December 4, at 10:00 a.m. This year’s theme, “Songs of Christmas,” will bring favorite holiday tunes to life through creatively decorated floats celebrating the music of the season. Hospital departments and units have selected...

Mississippi · 1d
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Morning ‘Sip: 2026 Harvest Fest and JSU vs. MVSU

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The annual Harvest Festival will be held November 10-14, 2026, at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum. Small Town Mississippi will come to life each day from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Admission is $10 for ages 3 and up. Live demonstrations throughout the museum...

Jackson, MS · 1d
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mindfullyamerican.com

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6 Things Tundra Swans Do Along the Mississippi Every November That Most Wisconsinites Never See

Step outside on a November night near the Mississippi, and you might hear tundra swans calling high overhead. Most Wisconsinites never look up, and they miss what the swans are up to on the river. Here’s what tundra swans do along the Mississippi every November that most Wisconsinites never see....

Wisconsin · 19h
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Rivers Greenhouse & Garden: Brandon Family Sells Mississippi-Grown Plants for 57 Years

Troy State University student Willie Rivers spent one summer decades ago working a “plant route” with his brother-in-law, Bubba Pope. Together, they traveled across Alabama delivering potted plants to stores on consignment and dropping off whichever plants a particular business had ordered while collecting any that didn’t sell to take back to their supplier.

Brandon, MS · 1d
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MDWFP says drought-hit deer food plots may still be worth replanting

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks says most of Mississippi received less than an inch of rain during September and October, leaving many deer food plots struggling. The agency said food plots planted in early to mid-September may have germinated in heat and drought and then failed, while plots planted in late September or October that did not get enough rain to germinate should still have viable seeds once a soaking rain arrives.

Mississippi · 1d

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The Mississippi Forest Where You Can See 36 Million Year Old Stone Trees And Hunt For Gems For $11

Our family pulled off the highway expecting a quick leg stretch and maybe a snack break. Instead, we found trees older than any mountain story we had ever told the kids, and they were made of stone. Tucked into the quiet woods of central Mississippi, this spot turns a lazy...

Mississippi · 3d

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David Evans on the Roots and Evolution of Mississippi Hill Country Blues (Part One)

David Evans and the Sound of the Mississippi Hill Country. David Evans, an ethnomusicologist, musician and foremost expert on Hill Country blues, began documenting the region’s musicians in 1969, recording artists and community music traditions through the 1970s and into the early ’80s. A professor emeritus at the University of Memphis, Evans produced records by R.L. Burnside, Junior Kimbrough and Jessie Mae Hemphill through the university’s High Water label, helping bring their music to audiences beyond northern Mississippi. He is the author of Big Road Blues: Tradition and Creativity in the Folk Blues (1982), a foundational study of the genre, and was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in 2023.

Mississippi · 1d

KARK 4 News

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Study ranks Arkansas 3rd as most overweight and obese state

A recent study by WalletHub ranked Arkansas as the third most overweight and obese state in the nation, citing factors such as low vegetable intake and limited access to healthy food retailers.

Arkansas · 1d

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Doggy Styles now open in Pearl

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Pet owners in Pearl have a new option for grooming with the opening of Doggy Styles Grooming Parlor at 5905 Old Brandon Road. The parlor celebrated its grand opening at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026. It offers professional grooming services designed around pets’ individual needs, with one-on-one sessions intended to provide a comfortable experience and reduce stress during grooming.

Pearl, MS · 22h

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Since 1935, This Jackson Diner’s Neon Sign Has Glowed Over Leather Booths, Warm Rolls And Broiled Gulf Redfish

A glowing old sign on a quiet downtown street in Mississippi was the only reason we slowed down that evening. We were tired, a little cranky, and mostly hoping for something the kids would eat without a fuss. What we found was a tiny cafe with tile floors, warm rolls,...

Jackson, MS · 1d

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7 Mississippi Bakeries Where The Pie Case Holds More Flavors Than Your Family Can Agree On

A quick stop for gas in Mississippi once turned into a twenty-minute standoff in front of a glass pie case. One kid wanted lemon, one wanted chocolate, and the grown-ups were eyeing a tomato pie nobody expected. That small argument became the best part of the trip, and it is...

Mississippi · 2d

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John Mohead to close out Levitt AMP Vicksburg Music Series

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Don’t miss out on the last free concert for this year’s Levitt AMP Vicksburg Music Series headlined by singer songwriter John Mohead and featuring Patrick Smith. The concert is set to begin at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7 following Vicksburg’s annual Porchfest which...

Vicksburg, MS · 23h

The Clarion Ledger

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HGTV star Erin Napier mourns death of 'very special' family member

Erin Napier is saying goodbye to a "very special" family member who left her mark on Laurel, Mississippi, and on the “Home Town” star. The HGTV host said her Aunt Mae Mae died. In a Nov. 4 Instagram post, Napier talked about how much she loved growing up close to her aunt and how the time they spent together helped her become who she is today. "She saw my creative gifts and knew exactly how to nurture them, helping raise up a professional artist without even realizing it," Napier said. Napier named one of her children after her aunt, who was well-known in their Mississippi community. Fans and Laurel Mercantile visitors may already know her from her work in the Napiers' stores. Here's how Napier paid tribute to one of the women who shaped her. Who was Marilyn Maddox? Erin Napier's family member known in Laurel Aunt Mae Mae, whose full name was Marilyn Rebecca Maddox , died Nov. 4, according to her obituary. Services are set for Monday, Nov. 9, in Laurel, Mississippi . Maddox lived in the Bethel community and was a familiar face to many in Jones County, Mississippi. She managed Shoney's and worked at JCPenney and

Laurel, MS · 1d

The Daily Leader

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Brookhaven native, 91, publishes his 16th book

SPECIAL TO THE DAILY LEADER   My name is Tex Sample — it’s my real name.  I grew up at 125 North Cleveland Ave. on the west side of Brookhaven. […]

Brookhaven, MS · 2d

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Askew’s Landing RV Campground named in 2026 Hipcamp Awards

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Warren County’s Askew’s Landing RV Campground located in Edwards is a 2026 Hipcamp Awards winner for Best in Mississippi. The campground’s family and team are grateful to every guest who stayed at Askew’s Landing, left a kind review, recommended it to a friend or shared the campground with others. They are also thankful for the staff members whose work helps guests feel welcome and want to return.

Edwards, MS · 1d

Vinyl and Velvet

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Last Minute Costume Shoppers Packed A Goodwill The Monday Before Halloween While Spending Headed For $13.5 Billion And Antique Malls Became A Hot Spot For Decor

The week before Halloween, shoppers crowded into a Goodwill in South Mississippi looking for costumes. It was Dollar Monday, and the store was busier than usual. Nationwide, Americans are expected to spend $13.5 billion on Halloween this year. A growing slice of that money is going to secondhand shops. WLOX in Gulfport talked to local […]

Gulfport, MS · 2d

The Clarion Ledger

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Mistletoe Marketplace kicks off holiday shopping season with Jackson gala

Mistletoe Marketplace kicked off its annual run on Wednesday, Nov. 4 in Jackson with the Mistletoe Gala, themed Merry and Bright for 2026. The holiday shopping event runs through Sunday at the Mississippi Trade Mart and benefits the local Junior League. The event has been held since 1981 by the Junior League of Jackson, which traces its roots to 1927 and formally began in 1941, according to its website. It bills itself as one of the largest Junior Leagues in the country. Tickets to the Mistletoe shopping are $10 for seniors and children and $15 for adults, and there are several special events that require a separate ticket purchase. Many of the special events sell out early. This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Mistletoe Marketplace kicks off holiday shopping season with Jackson gala

Jackson, MS · 2d

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DARKHORSE DOGS: Patch looking for a forever home through Brookhaven Animal Rescue League

BROOKHAVEN – Brookhaven Animal Rescue League is hoping to find a permanent home for Patch, an adoptable dog currently waiting at the shelter. In a playful social media post, BARL introduced Patch as a dog “serving time” for being handsome and looking for a “life sentence” on someone’s couch.

Brookhaven, MS · 2d

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Chimneyville Arts Festival Celebrates Milestone 50th Year in Ridgeland

RIDGELAND, Miss. (WLBT) - One of Mississippi’s most cherished holiday shopping and cultural traditions is marking a major milestone this fall. The Chimneyville Arts Festival returns to the Bill Waller Craft Center to celebrate its 50th anniversary, showcasing fine handcrafted works from top artisans across the region. Presented by...

Ridgeland, MS · 2d