Off the beaten path, you’ll find Doe’s Eat Place in The Mississippi Delta. This award-winning bucket list destination attracts locals, foodies, out-of-towners, U.S. Presidents, and movie stars alike! Known for its out-of-this-world steaks and famous tamales, the family-owned restaurant has been at the heart of the Delta for nearly a century.

On February 11, 2024, football fans around the globe will have a chance to watch the world championship playoff between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. But most Mississippians (and most Americans, for that matter) will be viewing this year’s game in front of a screen.

Here is a list of some of the top romantic getaways in the Magnolia State that will sweep your Valentine off his or her feet, making it love at first sight all over again.

One cold evening about a year ago I was making an impromptu drive to see my oldest son who was, at the time, attending Mississippi College in Clinton.It had been a long day and adding an unexpected 7 hour round tripper from Mobile to Clinton and back that night did not go towards filling the deficit of joy I was currently experiencing, not even a little bit. 

 A multitude of ferries operated in the 19th and 20th centuries on the rivers and creeks throughout George and Jackson counties. The ferry history intertwines with the two counties because during a large portion of the years of ferry operations, George County was still part of Jackson County.

The much-anticipated Lucedale-George County History Museum is here. Yay!

A grand opening ceremony will take place in the George County Courthouse courtroom at 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 7. Light refreshments will be served after the ceremony. The museum is located on the first floor of the courthouse at the foot of the stairs leading to the courtroom.

the best part of the Mardi Gras season is the slicing and eating of the anticipated king cake. Have you ever wondered why we eat king cake? Keep reading for a deep dive into the history of this delicious dish, where it originated, and why we eat it. 

“America at the Crossroads: The GUITAR and a Changing Nation,” will run through May 11 and traces the evolution and powerful influence of the guitar with notable connections to Mississippi. The exhibit and other special events at the museum are attracting strong interest among guitarists and other music enthusiasts across the region: renowned guitarist and Mississippi native Adam McPhail will come home to play and host a workshop. 

The French originally served charcuterie before the main meal, as an elegant appetizer or first course, but they have become so popular that they are now served at almost any time in the meal, or even as the main course. 

It’s finally February again, the month for lovers – lovers of baseball. 

Yep! Over the next two weeks, every high school and college baseball field in Mississippi will fill up with players, coaches, and fans, eager to begin another season of America’s National Pastime.  

February is an eventful month full of history, festivities, and more! Jackson-George Regional Library System has all kinds of events for all interests, and ages. Check out what’s happening at your local library below:

Carnival season is in full swing, and the countdown to Mardi Gras is upon us! On Wednesday, January 31, the Biloxi Shuckers announced a new alternate identity: The King Cakes.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. To bring awareness, February is  Heart Health Month, emphasizing educating the public on stopping preventable, premature deaths due to cardiovascular diseases.

It’s the time of year that Mardi Gras takes center stage, and it’s a perfect time to enjoy this very…

With a keen eye for detail and authentic passion for her subjects, artist Lee Collier Harper, a University of Southern Mississippi (USM) alumna (B.A., ’92), shares that sense of place and commitment to preserving the memory of the icons dotting her home state’s landscape through her work as a miniaturist.

Buc-ee’s on the Mississippi Coast is moving forward with a new estimated opening date of Thanksgiving 2024.