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Stories abound from locals who travel to George County’s famous artesian well in the Basin Community to sip its pure and refreshing water and fill a few jugs to carry home. Yet, this particular story would be grossly incomplete if it didn’t mention a Fairley or two.

One of Mississippi’s foremost active bluesmen will headline a star-studded cast of preeminent session musicians during a free concert honoring the state’s heritage as the “Birthplace of the Blues.”

Field Day is not just a fun day for kids. Not in Mississippi.

In fact, the Mississippi State University Extension Service offers two Field Day agricultural learning adventures for Mississippians of all ages. 

Using her talent to inspire others, country-soul singer, Elsie, has used her musical talents to create music that is fun to sing and dance to. In addition to her music being fun, it is eye-opening, causing you to sit down, ponder, and reflect upon yourself, life, and those around you.

There’s nothing as wonderful in the Summer as fresh fruits and vegetables straight from the garden. Here’s your guide to Mississippi’s farmer’s markets.

What better place to host a giant literary lawn party than Mississippi? The Magnolia State is known to produce some of the greatest writers of all time, and this beloved annual event brings readers and writers together from all over the state and the nation. 

On Saturday, August 19, the Mississippi Book Festival will again be held in Jackson, on the State Capitol Building grounds, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. 

Mississippi has produced many incredible athletes. As seasons come and go, there is certainly not a shortage of athletic talent and ability at The Magnolia State. One that certainly stands out is Jackson Prep pitcher Konnor Griffin.

Employees at Chevron Pascagoula Refinery recently supported a My BELONGings donation drive that helped CASA of Southeast Mississippi. Chevron filled dozens of duffel bags with essentials and comfort items so children entering the foster care system had something to call their own.

For hundreds of years here in Pascagoula, paddleboarding was the preferred means of transportation.

Two childhood friends from Jackson, MS, set out to make grammar make sense for students of all ages with their “portable secret weapon,” Pocket Grammar.

The Commodores came out of Alabama over fifty years ago and the beloved band is returning to the South for…

The city of Eupora is preparing to bring the first ever Chainsaws and Arts Festival to the region for the weekend of August 9 – 12.

Paula Woodside just knew creating a wildlife sanctuary for orphaned raccoons was her calling, so she started the nonprofit facility Woodside Wildlife Rescue in 2019.

While it’s still scorching hot outside, we have officially reached the Sunday of summer with the beginning of August. Try…

Art certainly is everywhere in Mississippi, and that fact is made abundantly clear through the many beautiful and breathtaking public art that can be experienced through some of the most prominent art walks in the state.

BoHo Social House Wine and Cheese describes itself as “a wine and cheese social area with a light menu,” and it’s a good description. It goes on to say its “A trendy wine bar located in downtown Biloxi offering wine, bubbly flights, made to order charcuterie, small plates and daily specials.” This is a much more descriptive image of this lovely little place, and every word rings true.