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Christian singer Zach Williams is currently on his “A Hundred Highways” tour, and he will be making a stop, right here, in the Magnolia State

For millions of fans worldwide, Kermit the Frog stars in some of their earliest memories. Whether playing the banjo in the swamp or flailing with excitement to introduce “The Muppet Show,” Kermit is a beloved cultural icon.

Pump your breaks, and slow down. If you blink, you may miss it. Foxworth is a town— small and mighty— embodying sweet, southern hospitality.

Some people say the distinctive sweetness of these Mississippi melons all comes down to the loamy soil in Smith County; others say it’s just a tradition of family excellence learned and then passed down from generation to generation of Smith County farmers. 

Gallant Hearts Guide Dog Center was co-founded by Rebecca (Becky) Floyd and Kathie Curtis in 2010. Floyd, the Executive Director, had a dream and passion for establishing a guide dog school and pursued that dream after retiring as the Executive Director of the MS Protection and Advocacy System in Jackson, MS. Curtis, who shared the dream of a guide dog school, retired as the Director of Youth Ministry for the Catholic Diocese of Jackson and now is the Director of Kennel Operations & Puppy Program.

The Crystal Grill, a nearly century-old Delta restaurant, recently announced the closure of its doors this month, marking the end of…

Alright, Mississippi Braves fans, you absolutely don’t want to miss out on all the summertime baseball fun scheduled for this week, July 9-14, at Trustmark Park, located at 1 Braves Boulevard in Pearl, Mississippi.

Mississippi has long had a thriving running community. On any given Saturday, you can find a 5K to a marathon somewhere in the state. Several formal and informal running groups meet throughout the state to walk, run, and fellowship.

Boaters or folks strolling along the banks of the Pascagoula River on late summer evenings sometimes hear melodious humming. They hear the river singing. They hear the Singing River.

Fourth of July. July the Fourth. July 4th. Independence Day. So many names but one holiday that we ensure to commemorate, celebrate, and honor. To some, it’s simply another day. To others, it’s a Fallout Boy song (which happens to be one of my favorite songs). However, to many Americans, this holiday is a testament of our country’s resilience. Resilience is one of America’s greatest strengths, and it has transcended throughout the generations of this nation. 

You’ve probably seen it somewhere – the American flag folded into a triangle with only the blue field with white stars showing.

The state of Mississippi has so much to offer, from its beautiful landscapes, unmatched hospitality, and so much more. Still, one of the Magnolia State’s most impressive attributes is its remarkable history.

For more than 35 years, one of the most important ministries in Hattiesburg and the Pine Belt has been feeding the needy, both physically and spiritually, from an old warehouse located literally on the other side of the tracks.

Summer is half gone and the Fourth of July is here! Let’s hang our flags, remember our nation’s heritage and share food with family and friends.

In reference to Mississippi’s John C. Stennis Space Center, it has been said that “You cannot go to the m” without first stopping in Mississippi.” Mississippi has been “at the forefront of numerous significant achievements, paving the way for progress in various fields. Here are 12 remarkable facts about The Magnolia State that you may not be aware of:

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.