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Neshoba Democrat
Gates celebrates 30 years behind the chair
Hairstyles many consider old, including Jheri curls and finger waves, never went out of style for Vetty Gates. “I’ve been doing all that for 30 years,” she said. “I never stopped doing it.”. Gates celebrated 30 years in business last week as the owner of Hairstyles Unlimited...
takingthekids.com
This Mississippi Mennonite Bulk Food And General Store Has A Bakery Worth The Morning Drive This Year
A good morning drive gets a lot easier to justify when blackberry rolls are waiting at the other end. Along a quiet highway, a family run store has built its rhythm around fresh bread, slow baking, and shelves meant for people who actually cook. Mississippi knows how to reward an early start.
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WTOK
Philadelphia residents talk about Dolly Parton’s life and legacy
travelmag.com
This Mississippi Gas Station Quietly Became A Fried Chicken Destination
That Elvis mural is your first clue that this is not a boring chicken stop. Just outside Tupelo, the Mississippi roadside setup has a little personality before the order even starts. Fried chicken leads, but breakfast gives the day an early opening act and later meals keep the counter busy in a different way.
WTOK-TV
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.