Fulton
Fulton, MS · Lifestyle
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People Travel From Across Mississippi For Breakfast At This Beloved Small-Town Diner
Some restaurants build a following that stretches far beyond their own zip code, and this one in a lively college town has earned a name people repeat with a knowing grin. Folks make the drive from all corners of the state, chasing hand-cut truffle fries, creative burgers, and a warm hometown feel that keeps tables full on game weekends and quiet weeknights alike.
American Songwriter
Born 73 Years Ago Today in Mississippi, the Bluegrass Musician Glen Campbell Called the “Greatest Banjo Player in the World”
Born on this day (September 18) in 1953 in the small town of Louisville, Mississippi, Carl Jackson got his start in country music at a young age. At 14 years old, he was invited to play banjo for Jim and Jesse and the Virginia Boys, one of the most respected bluegrass bands at the time. Next, Jackson would spend 12 years as part of country legend Glen Campbell’s band before striking out on his own. Since then, he has continued to work in Nashville as a songwriter and musician. He has charted three singles and penned songs for Campbell, Terri Clark, Garth Brooks, Rhonda Vincent, and others.
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The Ranch brings Southern flavors, hospitality to Starkville
A new restaurant from the team behind 44 Prime has opened its doors in Starkville. Led by executive chef Jeff Thornsberry, The Ranch, located on Poor House Road, brings Southern cuisine and hospitality to its menu and dining experience. Thornsberry and his business partners opened The Ranch after the closing...
Fast Casual
Zaxbys signs 2 franchise agreements to expand in Mississippi
Zaxbys has signed two franchise agreements with brothers Alan and Eddie Gant to bring the Atlanta-based chicken chain to Winona and Kosciusko, Mississippi. The family backed team plans to open the Winona location within the next year, followed by the Kosciusko restaurant about a year later. The two agreements will...
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This Massive Mississippi General Store Has Hardware, Camping Gear And Homemade Foods All Under One Roof
Everything under one roof. That’s the sentence people reach for first when talking about this Mississippi general store. Hardware fills entire sections, alongside camping gear most modern stores stopped stocking long ago. Homemade foods round out the inventory, offering goods most typical retailers simply don’t carry. Nothing here...
WLBT
Hotel Tupelo sold out ahead of Ole Miss-LSU game
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — Hotel rooms in Oxford are sold out ahead of Saturday’s Ole Miss-LSU game, and one Tupelo boutique hotel is also fully booked for the weekend. Hotel Tupelo has 79 rooms, and all of them are booked for the game. Assistant General Manager Andrew Hainsworth told WTVA’s Avery Hilliard that people have been booking rooms since June and July. The hotel has been sold out since the first week of September.
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A student’s guide to cheap drinking: Barker’s list of District deals
The Cotton District is a popular spot in Starkville for students and other citizens to eat, visit, shop, and, when the sun goes down, drink. The Cotton District has a few bars that have become Starkville favorites for their atmosphere and drinks alone. However, since most frequent visitors are students looking to save money, I am on the hunt for the bar that gives you the most bang for your buck.
takingthekids.com
This Mississippi Dessert Shop Serves Unlimited Scoops Of Ice Cream For One Sweet Price
Ice cream defined my childhood, and I bet it did the same for most of you. A big scoop is reason enough for a big smile, and this Mississippi shop clearly understands that. Ice cream here gets scooped generously, with no limit on how many flavors guests want to try. Nothing sits out long enough to lose its texture or flavor throughout the day.
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NAACP Mississippi hosts ‘Burger and Polls’ voter registration event in Columbus
The NAACP Mississippi State Conference partnered with Burger Man to host a voter-registration event called “Burger and Polls” at Propst Park in Columbus on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, offering attendees a chance to register to vote and learn about the importance of voting, WCBI reported. The event was...
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Zaxbys Expands Mississippi Footprint with Two Franchise Agreements
Experienced Multi-Unit Operators and Mississippi Natives to Bring Zaxbys to Winona and Kosciusko. September 15, 2026 // Franchising.com // MISSISSIPPI – Zaxbys® has signed two franchise agreements with brothers Alan and Eddie Gant to bring the rapidly growing Georgia-based saucy chicken chain to Winona and Kosciusko, Mississippi. The family-backed team plans to open the Winona location within the next year, and the Kosciusko location approximately one year later.
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Dog-Friendly Stops Along The Natchez Trace For A Mississippi Road Trip
There is a 444-mile road with no billboards, no stoplights, and little commercial traffic. The Natchez Trace Parkway has a 50-mile-per-hour speed limit unless otherwise posted, and leashed dogs are welcome in outdoor areas along the Parkway. Boardwalks over cypress swamps, sunken paths worn twenty feet deep, prairie wildflowers in...
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NAACP branch hosts “Burger & Polls” in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – We are less than two months away from Midterm elections in Mississippi, leaving you about two weeks left to register to vote. Tuesday, September 15, is National Voter Registration Day, and one Mississippi Organization is helping residents get ready for the big day. The NAACP...
twinstates.news
Mavis Staples to perform Oct. 15 at Ellis Theater in Philadelphia, MS
Legendary American music icon and civil rights figure Mavis Staples is set to perform live at The Ellis Theater in Philadelphia, Mississippi, on Thursday, October 15. Now 86, the multi-Grammy winner and Kennedy Center Honoree brings a storied seven-decade career to the stage, carrying forward a rich legacy of gospel, soul, and social activist music.
countryroadsmagazine.com
Cool Temps, Hot Music, and Peak Shopping: Autumn Comes to Tupelo
When the weather cools, mornings turn crisp and foliage along the Natchez Trace starts to show some red and gold, the charming Southern city famous as the birthplace of Elvis Presley bursts with color, flavor, and sound. In fall Tupelo, Mississippi, offers an inviting, sophisticated escape brimming with distinctive festivals and events. With upcoming events showcasing the city’s live music, dance, local art, spirited regional cuisine, and holiday shopping scenes, there’s something scheduled just about every weekend through Thanksgiving, making Tupelo positively the place for your next great getaway. Here’s what’s on the fall calendar.
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East Central Cattlemen’s Association Plans 26th Annual Picnic
The East Central Cattlemen’s Association will hold its 26th annual Cattlemen’s Picnic at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at Alvin and Janet Braun’s farm, 20527 Schremp Lane near Ste. Genevieve. The event will begin with a ribeye meal with all the fixings prepared by members of the...