Browsing: Living

It’s funny how the changing seasons bring back childhood memories. It’s even funnier that those memories grow more important in each season of life. 

I don’t know about you, but I’m having a hard time believing we’ve already made it to November. It seems like we were just complaining about the Mississippi heat, and now we’re making Thanksgiving plans and wondering how Christmas managed to sneak up on us again. Somewhere between work, family obligations, school schedules, and the endless demands of everyday life, another year has nearly slipped through our fingers.

November is a month for giving thanks, but there are people and places in the community where hope and support are also needed year-round. While counting your blessing, it is important to remember those less fortunate who need an outlet for giving thanks.

I came to a startling realization this past weekend, a realization that made me want to take a trip back in time to my Mississippi childhood.

Since starting with about 30 people on bicycles in 2018, the Witches Ride of Ocean Springs has grown from a community Halloween tradition into a fundraiser that has generated more than $114,000 for local animal welfare organizations. 

 Thomley’s Fall Market will bring local farmers, artisans and families together Saturday, offering residents an opportunity to shop locally, explore handmade goods and spend time outdoors during the fall season. 

Wilbur and Charlotte may not be found in the county barn, but there will be lots of other pigs, chickens, cows, goats, sheep and so much more at the annual Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair!

America’s largest block party is over after 10,712 classic cars infiltrated the Mississippi Gulf Coast for the 30th anniversary of Cruisin’ the Coast. 

For nearly 50 years, the La Font Inn was an institution on Highway 90 in Pascagoula where people were married, held wedding receptions, bridal parties, anniversary dinners and where prom kings and queens were crowned. It was the first job for many young men and women and was a venue where campaigns were put in motion and celebrated.

Ask around and almost everybody down here has one. A quilt somebody’s grandmother pieced together from old feed sacks. A skillet black as midnight that nobody is allowed to put in the dishwasher.

There is something special about a good Southern meal, especially when it brings people together. And thanks to one Mississippi nonprofit, a simple pot of red beans and rice is doing a whole lot more than putting supper on the table.

Volunteer fire departments across George County are waiting to learn how much money they will receive from September’s George County Firefighters Rodeo, an event that has helped departments buy equipment and connect with the communities they serve. 

Cruisin’ the Coast 2026 is making a three-day stop on the eastern side of the coast with visits to Pascagoula’s Beach Park and its Downtown District. 

During the first four days of this month, October 1-4, the state highway that runs from Maben to Newton is the place to be and the route to follow for one of Mississippi’s most enjoyable weekends – the semiannual Highway 15 Yard Sale (https://www.facebook.com/groups/660499104135056/).

Russet, bright orange, deep red, gold, brown, dark purple, and varying shades of green … those are the colors of…

A longtime Diamondhead tradition will continue Oct. 17 as the city takes over Fall Fest from the Diamondhead Property Owners Association.