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There is no doubt that Mississippi has greatly influenced the nation and the world as a collective. From athletes to talk show hosts, Mississippi has left its footprint in nearly every sector of the world. One of the ways the Magnolia State has been most influential is in the realm of music. From country, to rock and roll, to classical and every genre in between, Mississippians have solidified themselves as masters of music. 

Mississippi is filled with entrepreneurs, men and women who see a need and diligently work to fulfill that need with innovative products and services. Many of these Mississippians think outside the box and look for pragmatic solutions to real-life problems – solutions that are not only effective but affordable and desirable as well. 

Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., known as Snoop Dogg, was born in Long Beach, California, in 1971. However, his family’s roots run deep in Mississippi. His father, Vernell Vernado, hails from Magnolia, MS, and his mother, Beverly Tate, was born in McComb.

Downtown Moss Point is yet again decorated to celebrate the fall season and continue a tradition that is now 31 years old – Fall de Rah. Begun in 2003 to engage residents and visitors to the River City, this annual event continues to draw people of all ages to enjoy the decorations spread across public and private locations throughout downtown.

On October 12, high school marching bands from across the state competed at the Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) and Mississippi Bandmasters Association (MBA) Regional State Marching Evaluation. This year’s regional evaluations took place at five Mississippi high schools: Region I at Tupelo, Region II at Grenada, Region II at Neshoba Central, Region IV at Pearl, and Region V at Gulfport.  

Seniors in the Lee County School District had the fantastic opportunity to explore diverse career paths, from colleges and universities to local businesses, first responders, military recruiters, and many others today (Oct 16, 2024). This is the event’s third year, hosted at the Lee County Career and Technical Education Center (CTE), and it has proven to be a tremendous success. 

Although pumpkin patches are usually associated with fun for children, adults can reap the rewards of fun, as well. Pumpkins are a symbol of the quintessential American fall. Connecting with nature and supporting your local community are only a couple of positive aspects about pumpkin farms.

One of the most common misconceptions about Mississippi is that there is very little to do here. Perhaps, our familiarity with this incredible state has caused us to be a bit blinded by how much we actually have to partake in here. No matter if it’s a seasonal event or a place you can frequent year round, Mississippi is full of different areas to explore. Here are some highlights of the state to add to your bucket list— Mississippi style!