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Needham, AL · Food & Drink
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This Must-Visit Mississippi Spot Serves Shrimp and Grits Worth the Hype
There is a restaurant in Mississippi that has been feeding travelers, locals, and food lovers since 1870, and somehow it keeps getting better. The shrimp and grits alone have earned a reputation that stretches well beyond state lines, with people driving hours out of their way just for a single plate.
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Bay Springs gears up for annual ‘Brick Street Bake Off’
BAY SPRINGS, Miss. (WDAM) - The City of Bay Springs is calling all bakers to show off their skills next weekend. The annual “Brick Street Bake Off” is set for Saturday, May 2, in downtown. The event will give both adults and kids the chance to compete and...
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South Central Regional Medical Center cuts ribbon on new public restaurant
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - South Central Regional Medical Center cut a ribbon on a new restaurant Tuesday morning to welcome a new eatery called Jefferson Street Cafe. Several community leaders and hospital staff came together for the event. The new dining space is located on the first floor inside the...
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Point Blank Grillin’ Serving Up Flavor and Community in Philadelphia
Point Blank Grillin’ is a food truck local to Neshoba that offers fresh, made-to-order meals while helping build up the community. The food truck is owned and operated by Chris Strickland and regularly sets up at local businesses, events, and popular spots throughout town. They also travel and offer catering options.
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Dine Out, Give Back: Mother’s Day Fundraiser Set for May 7 in Philadelphia
Philadelphia, MS — A special evening of dining and giving is coming up in Neshoba County as the community prepares for the Annual Mother’s Day Fundraiser benefiting the CPC Pregnancy & Family Resource Center. The event will take place on Thursday, May 7th from 5 to 8 p.m.,...
twinstates.news
Walnut Grove's Farmers Market set to return May 2026
Fresh flavors and handcrafted goods are returning to the community this spring. A Mississippi-certified farmers market has announced its seasonal opening, welcoming visitors every Saturday from May through September in Walnut Grove. Operating from 8 a.m. to noon, the market features a diverse lineup of local vendors. Shoppers can expect...
WTOK-TV
Red Hot Diner Grand Reopening
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The Red Hot diner in Collinsville has reopened for business. The diner has been open for 3 years but was closed on March 15th due to severe storm damage. “Successful loving moment God has brought us through the storm.” said Jerame Campbell, Co-Owner of Red Hot...
Neshoba Democrat
Jacksons enjoy cooking for others
For the Rev. James Jackson and his wife, Beth, cooking is both a family tradition and a way to serve others. The Jacksons have been married for 18 years and have three children: Olivia, Karis, and Asher. James is the pastor at Spring Creek Baptist Church, and Beth is a seventh-grade math inclusion teacher at Neshoba Central.
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Newton community stands by Cook’s Barbecue owner during cancer battle
Cook's Barbecue has been serving the people of Newton since 2008, but for many residents, it has become more than just a place to grab a meal. Since opening the restaurant, owner Ronnie Cook has built it into a gathering spot where customers come not only to eat, but to relax and reconnect.
WTOK-TV
79th Pancake Jubilee in Downtown Meridian
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The Pancake Jubilee is one of the longest-standing fundraisers in the Meridian area. For 79 years, the Downtown Optimist Club has put on this fundraiser, offering all-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage from 6:30am until 7pm. “It’s far beyond 6:30, we got here this morning at 4am, and...
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2nd Corn Dog 7 Location in Laurel opening Tuesday
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - Good news for corn dog lovers. Corn Dog 7 is opening a second location in Laurel Tuesday. The Sawmill Square Mall staple restaurant will be opening a stand-alone location uptown in the old Dickey's Barbeque building on Mississippi 15. A ribbon cutting will be held at...
Neshoba Democrat
McDonald's to rebuild after attic fire
Philadelphia is getting a brand-new, state-of-the-art McDonald's, according to the owners. Stephanie Murray Coker's parents, Steve and Vicki Murray, own the Philadelphia location, which was heavily damaged by an attic fire on Dec. 8. Since the fire, many have been wondering when McDonald's would reopen. “Unfortunately, this process took longer...
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The Crab Cake At This Old-Fashioned Restaurant In Mississippi Is So Good, You’ll Dream About It All Week
Some restaurants serve food, but others serve memories disguised as meals. Weidmann’s in Meridian, Mississippi falls firmly into the second category, where their legendary crab cakes have been known to haunt diners’ dreams for days after the last bite has been savored. The glowing neon sign outside—with its...
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People Drive From All Over Mississippi For The Southern Food At This Historic Restaurant
There’s a certain magic that happens when you stumble upon a place that’s been serving delicious food since before your grandparents were born. Weidmann’s in Meridian, Mississippi, isn’t just another stop on your culinary road trip—it’s a destination that has locals and visitors alike putting miles on their odometers just for a taste of authentic Southern cooking that’s stood the test of time.