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Nettleton, MS · Lifestyle
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Popcorn lovers rejoice! Cinemark’s ‘Bring your own Bucket’ event returns in September
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) — A national movie theater chain with locations in Pearl, Tupelo and Gulfport will hold a “Bring your own Bucket” event in September. Cinemark announced Friday that the event will take place Sunday, September 6. For $5, guests can fill any clean bucket of...
Fast Casual
Birdcall opens 1st franchise restaurant in Mississippi
Colorado-based chicken brand Birdcall has opened its first franchise-operated restaurant in Starkville, Mississippi, as the company prepares for additional expansion in Colorado, Idaho and Indiana. The 3,500-square-foot restaurant is located next to Starkville's historic State Theatre and is owned and operated by brothers Mark and Greg Hayden. The opening marks...
reflector-online.com
‘Rise and Ring’ offers early bird entertainment for Starkville residents
For many midnight snack-loving, night-owl, alarm-free adolescents across the country, back-to-school season marks a shocking shift in daily routine. Lazy summer days of sleeping until noon come to an end and must be traded in for the dark, pre-sunrise awakenings that accompany a schedule rife with 8 a.m. lectures and a traffic-filled commute. However, in Starkville, the early mornings do not have to be faced alone.
Neshoba Democrat
Tootie’s to hold fundraiser for Larry Winstead
Tootie's Country Buffet will host a $13 buffet fundraiser on Saturday to support 65-year-old cook Larry Winstead through his recovery from a devastating heart attack. Tootie's will donate all of the money raised on Aug. 29 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to Winstead for "whatever he needs," aiming to ease his financial burdens while he is unable to work.
garlandjournal.com
Black Business: Earnest B’s BBQ Catering Company, LLC
Earnest B’s BBQ & Catering Company is more than just a barbecue joint—it’s a family tradition steeped in over 20 years of passion, flavor, and excellence. It was founded by Earnest and Cicely Morgan, Hailing from Amory, Mississippi, a small town known for its Southern charm and vibrant traditions. It’s known for “Mama’s Sweet Heat,” the legendary sauce crafted by Earnest’s mother, Mrs. Melissa. In 2025, they were crowned a Business of Excellence award winner. Visit the website, sign up, and stay in the know.
unearththevoyage.com
This Mississippi Speakeasy Has No Sign, Just A Porch Light To Guide You
There is a door in a back alley in a small Mississippi college town that has no sign, no marquee, and no obvious reason to pull it open. But those who do find themselves stepping down into one of the most quietly remarkable spots in the entire state. Low lighting,...
WTOK-TV
The Congress of Country Music Remembers Dolly Parton
PHILADELPHIA, Miss. (WTOK) -The Congress of Country Music in Philadelphia is remembering Dolly Parton as “the brightest sparkle in country music” following news of her passing. In a statement, the organization extended its “deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and fans” of the country music legend and praised...
WLBT
Dolly Parton’s Mississippi visit gave dying Rankin County girl her wish
takingthekids.com
This Massive Mississippi Buffet Features Endless Southern Sides And Is Worth The Drive Across The State
Nobody drives across an entire state for a salad bar. They drive for the sides, and one Mississippi buffet built its whole reputation on that fact. The setup is simple enough. Southern sides, endless refills, and a spread long enough that first-timers walk the length of it twice before committing to anything. Regulars skip that step entirely because they already know exactly where they are headed and in what order.
AviationPros
$2M Tupelo Airport Terminal Renovation Expected To Begin in September
TUPELO – A $2 million renovation of the Tupelo Regional Airport terminal is on track to begin next month. It is the first major work to be done at the terminal since 2007, when a renovated and expanded facility opened. The $4.8 million project increased the size of the terminal from 14,000 to 24,000 square feet.
takingthekids.com
This Mississippi Nursery Has End-Of-Season Plant Deals Cheap Enough To Fill The Car Trunk
Plant lovers know the danger of spotting a price tag that feels almost too good to leave behind. One local nursery turns the end of the season into prime hunting time, when healthy plants can drop to prices that make restraint very difficult. Mississippi gardeners know the drill. You stop...
fastfoodclub.com
This Old West-Themed Steakhouse In Tupelo Serves Up Hand-Cut Ribeyes In A Charming Frontier Setting
Some of the best meals hide in the most unexpected corners of a town, tucked away where you might drive right past without a second glance. A little spot in Tupelo has built a loyal following around fresh-cut ribeyes, catfish that people plan whole days around, and a frontier feel that makes strangers feel like family at the table.
WLOX
Popcorn lovers rejoice! Cinemark’s ‘Bring your own Bucket’ event returns in September
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) — A national movie theater chain with locations in Pearl, Tupelo and Gulfport will hold a “Bring your own Bucket” event in September. Cinemark announced Friday that the event will take place Sunday, September 6. For $5, guests can fill any clean bucket of...
takingthekids.com
This Hidden Mississippi Restaurant Makes You Enter Through An Alley And Descend Into A Hidden Basement
An alley entrance rarely signals fine dining. Yet this Mississippi restaurant turns that unlikely path into part of the entire appeal. Guests walk through a narrow passage before descending into a basement space most passersby wouldn’t even notice exists. Nothing about the entrance gets softened or dressed up for comfort.
jacksonadvocateonline.com
OPINION: We too celebrate Dr. John Peoples’ 100th birthday
Born August 26, 1926, in Starkville, Mississippi, John A. Peoples Jr. turns 100 years old this month. During his lifetime, his contributions are too numerous to enumerate. We are deeply indebted to him. We applaud his military service, his work in the public schools, his service as JSU president, and his actions as a husband and father.
twinstates.news
Shenandoah to play Ellis Theater in Philadelphia, Mississippi, in September
Country music fans in Mississippi are in for a star-studded evening as Grammy-winning group Shenandoah takes the stage at The Ellis Theater in Philadelphia on Thursday, September 17. The performance is part of the venue's 2026 Summer Series Show and will feature special guest Lariat. The platinum-selling band, known for...