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Double Decker Arts Festival 2024
Photographed by Joe Worthem
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Apr 41 min read
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Northeast Hidden Gem Challenge
The spring season is in full bloom at this waterfront Tupelo location. Photographed By Joe Worthem Visitors find respite and a place to...
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Apr 21 min read
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Oxford Hidden Gem Challenge
Filled with images of Oxford, this mural welcomes all. Photographed by Joe Worthem This mural may seem obvious, but for many, its...
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Apr 21 min read
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A Mind for Art
An Ole Miss graduate makes it big as a painter with prolific artwork, from exhibits depicting his own family history to everyday city...
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Apr 25 min read
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Staying Busy
An Oxford octogenarian transforms ordinary items, including her shoes, into colorful creations. Written by Leslie Criss | Photographed...
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Apr 23 min read
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Turning Heads
An Ole Miss graduate’s unique custom hatmaking business is sitting pretty. Written by Eugene Stockstill | Photographed by Joe Worthem...
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Apr 25 min read
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Sliding Into the Blues
A Mississippi Arts Commission grant provides a musical opportunity for an Oxford teenager to learn from longtime slide guitarist. Written...
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Apr 23 min read
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Have Art, Will Travel
Double Decker regulars share their thoughts on being part of the bigger arts festival circuit. Written by Leslie Criss | Contributed...
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Apr 25 min read
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In Season: Strawberries
Every spring, Clear Creek Produce brings an abundance of sweet strawberries to markets all around north Mississippi. Recipe by Sarah...
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Apr 23 min read
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In Season: Honey
Mardis Honey Farm offers local honey and more in stores and farmers markets all around north Mississippi. Recipe by Sarah Godwin | ...
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Mar 23 min read
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Progress Report
From technological advances in agriculture and manufacturing to communities investing in creative business startups, innovation abounds...
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Mar 26 min read
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The Duff Center
The new, high-tech campus building is the largest academic project in the history of the University of Mississippi. Written by Leslie...
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Mar 22 min read
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Elevating History
The Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area supports cultural conservation to keep the Hills alive. Written by Sonia Thompson |...
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Mar 24 min read
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Destination: Vacation
A local travel author offers advice on places to visit and what to see and do, from Mississippi to international destinations....
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Feb 44 min read
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Of Salt and Spirit
The Mississippi Museum of Art displays rich textile treasures created by the South’s Black quilters through April 13. Written by Leslie...
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Feb 43 min read
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A Greek Adventure
Two travel-loving friends spend a relaxing, restorative and restful time on the Greek island of Santorini. Written by Leslie Criss |...
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Feb 43 min read
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In Season: Eggs
Falkner Farms offers its farm-fresh eggs in several north Mississippi locations. Recipe by Sarah Godwin | Photographed by Joe Worthem...
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Feb 43 min read
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An Elegant Entryway
A decorated front door spreads holiday cheer to visitors and passersby. Written by Emily Welly | Photographed by Joe Worthem One way to...
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Dec 3, 20242 min read
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Holiday Decorating Ins and Outs
Local design experts share their advice on decorating your home, inside and out, for the holiday season. Written by Emily Welly | ...
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Dec 3, 20242 min read
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Christmas Collection
A Tupelo woman looks forward to displaying her festive Steinbach nutcrackers around her home every holiday season. Written by Leslie...
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Dec 3, 20243 min read
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A Gallery of Birds
An Oxford photographer shares his work on a particular, and often unpredictable, subject matter: birds. Written by Leslie Criss |...
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Dec 3, 20242 min read
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Wishes Granted
Oxford Charger Christmas Kids celebrates its 10th anniversary with gratitude for all who contribute to this holiday project Written by...
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Dec 3, 20243 min read
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Red Noodle Soup
This updated version of a Depression-era family soup recipe warms the heart. Recipe by Sarah Godwin | Photographed by Joe Worthem “This...
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Dec 3, 20242 min read
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Rosemary Foccacia
A perfect accompaniment to any wintertime soup. Recipe by Sarah Godwin | Photographed by Joe Worthem Baked in a large skillet, this...
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Dec 3, 20241 min read
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Italian Wedding Soup
A perfect marriage of ingredients comes together in this comforting soup. Recipe by Sarah Godwin | Photographed by Joe Worthem Winter...
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Dec 3, 20242 min read
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Oxford's Nina Goolsby
Dressed as Santa, Nina Goolsby spread Christmas cheer all around Oxford for years. Written and Researched by Leslie Criss | Photographs...
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Dec 3, 20242 min read
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The Grinch
More jolly than he is grouchy, Tupelo’s very own grinch has become a local Christmas tradition. Written and Researched by Leslie Criss ...
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Dec 3, 20242 min read
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Cheers
Beloved by students and families alike, Circle and Square microbrewery is at home in Oxford. Written by Eugene Stockstill | Photographed...
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Nov 1, 20246 min read
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A Tradition of Tamales {UNA Tradición de Tamales}
The Acala family produces many things at Lola’s Homestead, but none is more special than their authentic Mexican tamales. Written by...
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Nov 1, 20246 min read
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Home Place Pastures
A fifth-generation farmer practices regenerative agriculture and provides quality beef and pork to restaurants and the community. Written...
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Nov 1, 20244 min read
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Warm Spice Layer Cake
With fall flavors and candied pecans, this tall cake is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Recipes by Sarah Godwin | Photographed by Joe...
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Nov 1, 20243 min read
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Connie's Chicken
Under new ownership, the beloved Tupelo eatery has preserved what makes it special, added some new items, and now has locations in Oxford...
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Nov 1, 20242 min read
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Apple Cider Cocktail
This simple and original seasonal cocktail will please adult palates this fall. Recipe by Sarah Godwin | Photographed by Joe Worthem...
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Sep 30, 20241 min read
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TCT's Haunted House
For more than a dozen years, Steve Miller’s magic has transformed the Lyric in Tupelo into the town’s much-anticipated Haunted Theatre....
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Sep 30, 20242 min read
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Ole Miss Motel
Once a year, the 1970s-era motel on University Avenue morphs into an art gallery to showcase work by new artists. Written and Researched...
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Sep 30, 20242 min read
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Fall at Chadwick Farms
A brand-new pumpkin patch destination near Oxford offers families an outdoor escape to explore this month. Written by Eugene Stockstill ...
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Sep 30, 20243 min read
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Magnolia Sound
Young musician and entrepreneur Silas Caldwell balances high school, a guitar shop, songwriting, recording and touring, and still has...
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Sep 30, 20243 min read
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Happy Halloween
A Tupelo woman finds joy decorating her family home to the hilt for every holiday. Written by Leslie Criss | Photographed by Joe...
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Sep 30, 20244 min read
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Renting Oxford
With visitors flocking to town and seeking unique accommodations, the short-term rental market is thriving in Oxford. Written by Emily...
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Aug 30, 20245 min read
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The Making of Gameday
Thanks to strategic planning months in the making, Ole Miss always wins in the Grove. Written by Eugene Stockstill | Illustrated by...
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Aug 30, 20242 min read
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Turn It Up
The Ole Miss marching band brings pageantry and spirit to the fans and the football field. Written by Eugene Stockstill | Photographed by...
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Aug 30, 20245 min read
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Family & Football
Cali Prieskorn uses social media to share about life as part of an Ole Miss football family. Written by Leslie Criss | Photos Contributed...
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Aug 30, 20245 min read
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Robins Street Art Stroll
An idea to shed positive light on a downtown Tupelo neighborhood has morphed into a thriving arts festival. Written by Leslie Criss |...
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Aug 30, 20244 min read
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Heart of a Lion
Beloved Ole Miss alum KD Hill deals in inspiration these days, finding purpose in helping others through his newly formed foundation....
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Aug 30, 20244 min read
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Vantage Point
Here’s your chance at a peek inside some of Ole Miss football’s most hallowed places. Written by Eugene Stockstill | Photographed by...
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Aug 30, 20243 min read
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Bring the Hype
With a locker room full of returning talent and a national playoff picture that offers more opportunity than ever to highly ranked teams,...
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Aug 30, 20244 min read
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Hotty Toddy
From a football chant to friendly greeting, the beloved cheer has been 100 years in the making. Written by Emily Welly | Photographed by...
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Aug 30, 20242 min read
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Hall of Famer Patrick Willis
In August, linebacker Patrick Willis became the third Ole Miss Rebel to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Written and...
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Aug 30, 20242 min read
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Fantasy Football Food
Favorite Southern ingredients come to life in these original recipes. Recipes by Sarah Godwin | Photographed by Joe Worthem  Feast...
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Aug 30, 20244 min read
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Here's Dolly
Meet the winner of the Invitation Oxford Pet Cover Contest. Alex Blackburn developed a love of basset hounds years before she had her...
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Aug 2, 20242 min read
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