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FestivalSouth, Mississippi’s premier multi-genre arts festival, is thrilled to announce its season lineup for 2025, taking place from May 31 to June 21, 2025. This year’s theme, “Celebration,” honors its Sweet 16th season with four incredible weekends packed with music, art, theater, and dance, offering over 50 unique cultural experiences designed for all ages, from children to senior adults. The festival features many Southern Miss faculty, staff, alumni, and students in venues on and off campus. A complete schedule and more information is available at festivalsouth.org.

Mississippi State University administration, faculty and students are planting 225 trees at the Partnership Middle School today [Feb. 21] in celebration of Arbor Day.

As we welcome the vibrant month of March, we invite you to join us in celebrating Mardi Gras, Women’s History Month, Dr. Seuss’ Birthday/Read Across America Day, and the arrival of spring at your local Jackson-George Regional Library System branch! Our libraries have planned an exciting lineup of events for all ages, and we would love for you to be part of the fun.

“Well, it’s a long way from Star, Mississippi,” for some. However, the small town is home to some notable people, and the town’s history is rich with stories of resilience and community. Star continues to be a place of significance in Mississippi’s cultural landscape.

The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) and the City of Hattiesburg are thrilled to announce the return of Eaglepalooza to downtown Hattiesburg for the first time since 2019. This highly anticipated free live music event will take place on Friday, March 28 at 7 p.m., marking an exciting start to HUBFEST weekend.

The Ocean Springs Municipal Library proudly marks a century of service in 2025, celebrating 100 years of literacy, learning, and community connection. Additionally, the current library building will celebrate its 30th anniversary this May, making this year a truly momentous occasion for the city and its residents. 

Since operations at the refinery began in 1963, Chevron has continued to invest in its Pascagoula facility, and in Mississippi. Over the years, the refinery has evolved; it’s added facilities and upgrades to manufacture the products that supply energy to a growing world.  The refinery manufactures nearly 7 million gallons of gasoline every day and in recent years, has reduced its carbon intensity and continues to work toward lower carbon solutions. 

Finally, the rain and cold, gloomy air are gone, and the sun is shining pretty bright in Belhaven District. The…

The 37th annual Arbor Day 5K-1 Mile-1/4 Mile Run/Walk/Roll for disability awareness is Saturday, February 22nd at the Biloxi Town Green. About 500 individuals participate annually.

This February, the Jackson-George Regional Library System is proud to honor Black History Month with special programs, displays, books, and movies at all its branches. Visit your local library to explore curated collections and learn about the rich contributions of African Americans to our history and culture. All programs are free and open to the public.

Forrest Proctor’s new documentary tells the story of Lucedale entrepreneurs John and Savanna Webb. The couple owns Lucedale Coffee Shop and brews their own craft-roasted Opossum coffee, a unique blend that holds a special place in their hearts and the local community.

Friday, January 17th, marks the fourth annual Seth Alexander Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament & Silent Auction in Pascagoula. The event is a celebration of life that honors Seth while also bringing the community together for continued fellowship and healing. 

JACKSON, Miss. (January 13, 2025) — On Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 11 a.m., the Mississippi Main Street Association (MMSA) will designate the city of Pass Christian, Miss. as an official Mississippi Main Street Community. 
The ceremony will take place at the Pass Christian Historical Society building (201 East Scenic Drive) with a light reception following.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Foundation announces its 15th Annual Scholarship Gala, set for Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi. Held in the Magnolia Room, this black-tie event promises to be a night to remember, with all proceeds supporting student scholarships through the MGCCC Foundation.

Over the past two years, a nature-based park arose in the City of Moss Point. The recipe for how the park was built is a story of the people of the community – a mixture of young and old, who got their hands dirty. Contractors built the larger elements (parking, fence, pier), but volunteers did the rest.  

Mississippi Power is commemorating its centennial on Jan. 1 after spending the last century powering progress across the state. The company’s commitment to safety, service, reliability and innovation has brightened and strengthened communities since 1925.