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For the first time, professional mermaids worldwide will meet in Switzerland in May for the inaugural Merlympics. Pine Belt native Emily Shaw will be there representing Mississippi. The competition will test the mermaids’ aerobics and strength underwater. 

“A place where everything is community and community is everything,” and “a place where there is something for everyone.” The motto for The ARK is a state-of-the-art sports complex facility offering families in Jackson, Mississippi, a safe and fun place to go.

Amongst thirteen others, Tamira was part of a seven-way kidney swap— making history as the largest kidney swap in the state of Mississippi at UMMC. This swap included a total of fourteen people.

There’s an old saying, “When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade,” and that’s precisely what Destiny Pannell is doing in Dumas, Mississippi. Instead of making lemonade, she’s making cards to lift people’s spirits.

Mooreville Middle School and Mooreville High School are making music in a big way across The Magnolia State this year.

The Mardi Gras season is a time of nonstop partying and celebrating. The Annual 12th Night Celebration at Biloxi City Hall has been rescheduled to Jan. 10 due to inclement weather. Join The celebration as the Carnival lights is turned on, signaling the start of the Mardi Gras season. The festivities will be from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. This is basically the kickoff to a slew of krewes that will be rolling along the Coast.

It’s almost Mardi Gras season, which means beautiful and delicious king cakes!

This New Year as you’re making resolutions, here’s one that should be easy to keep – keeping a gratitude jar.

The South is a region of long-held superstitions, and Mississippi is no exception.

January brings with it excitement and anticipation for the new year….and for a lot of people the desire to set a New Year’s Resolution.

One of the most historical roadways in Mississippi is the Natchez Trace, and this is the perfect time to venture…

Holiday movies are on my mind as Christmas draws closer.

On my viewing list this year is to re-watch the 1941 black and white film Citizen Kane. Numerous polls and respected film critics rank it the best movie of all time.

The Mississippi Museum of Art in Jackson has officially unveiled the state’s first Picasso solo exhibition, “Picasso Landscapes: Out of…

We don’t have much longer until Christmas gets here. Most people are excited for the seasonal bustle that the holiday season brings. During the holidays, you may get the urge to do some extra exploring. Keep reading to see a list of the top Christmas towns in Mississippi. 

Did you know bottled Coca-Cola got its start right here in Mississippi? In 1894, Vicksburg candy store owner Joseph A.…

One of the best things about the holiday season is to bring as much joy to as many people as you can. And for the past two decades, Steve and Gloria Jordan of Pascagoula have been doing what they can to achieve that goal.