A special collection of correspondence, papers and memorabilia providing insight into the complicated relationship between former President Ulysses S. Grant and former Secretary of War John Rawlins now resides at Mississippi State’s U.S. Grant Presidential Library.

All household insect pests get bad raps for one reason or another. I get it. I grew up with a…

The Mardi Gras season is a time of nonstop partying and celebrating. The Annual 12th Night Celebration at Biloxi City Hall has been rescheduled to Jan. 10 due to inclement weather. Join The celebration as the Carnival lights is turned on, signaling the start of the Mardi Gras season. The festivities will be from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. This is basically the kickoff to a slew of krewes that will be rolling along the Coast.

But after a day’s hunting for treasures and trophies of all kinds, every adventurer needs a great place to rest and relax, and The Old Place Bed and Breakfast in Amory, Mississippi, is the perfect spot.

It’s almost Mardi Gras season, which means beautiful and delicious king cakes!

The University of Southern Mississippi’s (USM) RISE To The Top! inclusive postsecondary education program for students with intellectual disabilities has reached a momentous milestone by receiving status as a Comprehensive Transition Program (CTP).

The near year is here. Happy 2024! Resolutions have been made with the sentiment of “New Year, New You,” and sadly holiday decorations have been put away. While you’re in the cleaning mode, the first of the year is always a great time to declutter and organize your home, office, or wherever might need it.

A Mississippi State University communication team recently garnered four top awards at the Southern Public Relations Federation conference in Huntsville for their efforts at increasing the message and visibility of MSU’s College of Arts and Sciences.

Now that the holidays are over, there is only one problem to overcome: what the heck are you going to do with all that leftover turkey?

It’s a new year, and Jackson George Regional Library System has all kinds of new events and activities for the community to enjoy! Check out of all the various happenings at different JGRLS branches this month, there is something for everyone! 

Can you believe we are at the end of the year? I will say— 2023 has been quite a year. It seems to have passed by with the blink of an eye! From belly laughter with loved ones to tears shed secretly, if I could describe 2023 in one word for the state of Mississippi, it would be “forward”. 

This New Year as you’re making resolutions, here’s one that should be easy to keep – keeping a gratitude jar.

2025 is almost here and it’s a time for celebration! Common traditions include attending parties, eating special foods, making resolutions, and watching fireworks. It’s a day to reminisce about the year and make plans for good habits in the new year. But how much do you know about the holiday or about the different ways in which people celebrate? Here are 24 fun facts about New Year’s Eve/Day.

In the birding world, records of sightings are important. Professional ornithologists and amateur birders keep lists and logs of what,…

Mississippi has a great selection of celebrations, parties, and occasions for you to spend your New Year’s Eve. Here are a few of the top spots in the Magnolia State for you to welcome in 2024.

My Mama Katie was a true Mississippi woman. Born in 1904, she lived all 98 years of her life in this state, and she epitomized the Mississippi tradition of true hospitality.