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In case you haven’t heard, Festival South is winding down this year. If you’re a lover of art— be it visual, literary, or performance, you’ll want to plan to attend next year. It kicked off on May 1, 2024. The final performances will be July 27. This superb, multi week  festival is the art lovers’ dream. 

Most folks know the legacy of the Mississippi boy who grew up to be a family man, military veteran, devout Christian, kind-hearted giver, and of course, the musical legend known as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

Tim Rogers says many things in life rely on connections. His most recent networking experience connected him to some Nashville legends.
Rogers, of Lucedale, Miss., grew up in a musical family and has been a musician since he was eight years old

“We’re Not Married” was not filmed in Mississippi; however, the storyline did take place in The Hospitality State.This 1952 anthology romantic comedy stars the iconic Marilyn Monroe as Annabel Jones, whose character is crowned Miss Mississippi in the film.

Best friends and college roommates Jon Micah Tyson and Nick Raynor, who have been lifelong board game lovers, co-founded Tortugas Games. One night, after playing board games, the pair spontaneously decided to bring their passions and creative talents together to create something new for families and friends to enjoy. 

Step into a unique slice of American history, nestled in the heart of Northeast Mississippi: the state’s oldest and only operational drive-in theatre. With a population of around 3,000, Iuka proudly hosts a one-of-a-kind cinematic experience, drawing in movie enthusiasts who yearn for a distinctive way to savor their favorite films.

PRCC’s Dobie Holden Football Stadium will soon resonate with the dynamic sounds of Chapel Hart as sisters Danica and Devynn Hart, along with their cousin Trea Swindle return to their hometown. The free community concert will begin at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 22.  

Nashville, TN – Since before he was born, Zachariah Smith has been a miracle. The heartbeat that was later found during his mother’s pregnancy was the first sign that God has a plan for him. Everything can change in a moment.

Smith has always captured the hearts of everybody he comes into contact with, whether it is on stage or during his direct service to his community. 

As FestivalSouth opens its 15th season with the Broadway hit “Jersey Boys” through Saturday, June 1, the celebration follows with a special free FestivalMusic and Artie Events for Families collaboration, “The Not So Silent Movie,” featuring Dr. Douglas Rust at the organ, accompanying a double feature of Charlie Chaplain films, “Easy Street” and “The Adventurer.”

Grab your blue suede shoes and head to Tupelo for the 26th annual Elvis Festival! Festivities begin the night of Wednesday, June 6, and run through Sunday afternoon, June 9.

Magic 93.7 celebrates 30 years on the air this year, as does local radio legend Walter “Walt” Brown. 

Over 15,000 people from 21 states across the country attended the Flowood Family Festival. The Festival is known as the official kick-off of Summer for the City of Flowood and features a free concert, food, and fun in a family friendly environment. 

On Friday, May 17, Mississippi-based singer-songwriter Zachariah Smith released his latest heartfelt single “Rainy Days,” a beautiful blend of soulful vocals and touching lyrics. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences, this track promises to resonate with country music fans and audiences worldwide. 

Summers in Mississippi are extra southern sometimes, aren’t they?  Now that it’s nearly summertime, the Mississippi heat is definitely here to stay…until at least October.

Luckily, there are plenty of places to cool off in the Magnolia State. Mississippi offers a variety of beautiful beaches, lakes, watering holes, and there are also several waterparks.

It’s that time of year again – time for the Tupelo Blue Suede Cruise.

What are the best baseball movies of all time? Baseball flicks, or good ones, anyway, have traditionally outdone films made about other sports as a whole. (In numbers, too: according to Wikipedia, there have actually been 180 movies made about baseball.) I think perhaps that baseball lends itself to theatre more so due to the nuances of the game and the often poetic stories it creates.