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America’s best canine athletes will showcase their physical strength and agility at the 2025 American Kennel Club Diving Dogs Premier Cup hosted by Mississippi State on campus this weekend.

The 44th Annual Amory Railroad Festival will occur this weekend, April 10th-13th. This festival is a long-standing community tradition in Amory, Mississippi, celebrating the town’s rich railroad heritage.

Easter in Mississippi isn’t just about chocolate bunnies and colorful eggs. Rather, it’s a season wrapped in tradition, faith, and Southern hospitality. From small-town churches to family kitchens, these customs continue to bring Mississippi communities together. As always, in the Magnolia State, we have our own unique twists to celebrating Easter. Here are five Easter traditions that make this holiday special in Mississippi .

Two-time College Football National Champion, Heisman trophy winner and first-round NFL draft pick Tim Tebow will make an appearance in the Hump at Mississippi State on Monday [April 7]. Students, employees, alumni and the surrounding community are invited to hear from the five-time New York Times bestselling author and television football analyst at 7 p.m.

Longer days, warmer weather, and pollen galore only mean one thing: spring has arrived! ‘Tis the season for a new crop of fresh produce and lighter clothes. Springtime’s colorful fruits and vegetables make it easy to paint your plate with good nutrition.

Mississippi is called The Hospitality State with good reason. Honestly, I have lived in several states and traveled to a lot of places, but I have never experienced true hospitality like we share here in our state. And this past week here in Tupelo and the surrounding areas, that spirit of hospitality has been on display during a tough situation.

When fans watched the Super Bowl on Feb. 9, undoubtedly many pulled for Kansas City Chiefs’ and Philadelphia Eagles’ players with Mississippi ties.

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For instance, Mississippi State Bulldogs Chris Jones — a Kansas City defensive lineman — and Darius Slay — an Eagles cornerback — stood on the Superdome sidelines with the rest of their teammates. Viewers might not have realized it, but if they happened to watch The Puppy Bowl on the Discovery channel that day instead, they probably saw two dogs with Mississippi State ties as well.

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day, a day of national celebration for the missionary who is credited with carrying Christianity to Ireland. It’s also the one day of the year when everything goes green, including clothing, beverages, food, and even the rivers in certain American cities. 

Spring break is right around the corner, and thousands of Mississippi college students have already started planning their getaways. The great part about going to college in Mississippi is that there are many secret getaways right here within the state. If you’re planning your spring break, here are five in-state options to consider.

Dr. Tristan Clemons continues to solidify his reputation as a rising international research star with The University of Southern Mississippi’s (USM) School of Polymer Science and Engineering’s faculty.

Laissez les bons temps rouler is the statement of the season. Mardi Gras is right around the corner, and Mississippians are preparing for fun times. Although Mardi Gras is more commonly associated with our next door neighbor, Louisiana, Mississippi has a tremendous Mardi Gras scene filled with generational traditions. 

Gulfport, MS– Ashley Tucker of West Wortham Elementary School, Lester Dempsey of Harrison County Career and Technical Center, and Shelley Silvas of Harrison County School District have been nominated for National Life Group’s 2024-25 LifeChanger of the Year award. Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation, LifeChanger of the Year recognizes and rewards the very best K-12 educators and school district employees across the United States who are making a difference in the lives of students by exemplifying excellence, positive influence, and leadership. 

Country music icon Lloyd Green was honored today with a Mississippi Country Music Trail marker at Marsh Hall, Fine Arts Building, on The University of Southern Mississippi campus.

Antique shopping is a popular pastime and hobby. It is a great way to add a unique touch to your home or to find interesting items you would not have otherwise discovered. Thankfully, Mississippi has many antique stores that are full of valuables that have been passed down through the generations. These shops will make the antique lover’s dream come true. Before listing them, let’s discuss some fun facts about this classic hobby. 

Since I recently wrote about the ongoing road to championship gold for Mississippi’s high school basketball teams, it also seems quite appropriate to relay the winners of one of our state’s highest honors for individual basketball players – Mr. Basketball and Miss Basketball.

Mississippi’s high school basketball season is quickly drawing to a close, with Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) quarterfinal rounds…