Possumhaw: The restorative power of nature

Who doesn't want to live better? Since the column on sauntering a few folks have shared ways they enjoy nature and its restorative benefits.

Partial to Home: Collecting the past

Not long ago a man walked up to me in Kroger and, in a barely audible voice, said, "My wife told me I ought to get in touch with you; I have something you might be interested in."

Ask Rufus: Highway 45 North to the Ocean

My grandchildren Harper and Sykes are visiting from Virginia and wanted to go hunting, dinosaur and shark hunting.

Possumhaw: The art of sauntering

My friend and I met down by the Riverwalk along the Tombigbee River. We had already agreed this was to be a leisurely walk.

Partial to Home: Marion Fairchild's wonderful (racing) life

Late Tuesday afternoon five people are sitting in the living room of the small brick house Marion Fairchild shares with Joyce, his wife of 50-plus years.

Ask Rufus: The local press

In history books we read the big picture of important events, but all too often the details and working personalities behind those events are overlooked.

Slimantics: Men at work: Thompson's celebrates a milestone in Hamilton

As you enter the town of Hamilton and turn onto Old Highway 45, the first thing you notice is the sprawling Tronox facility.

Home Base: Using the Lord's name in vain

There's nothing wrong with being a Christian. In fact, I highly recommend it. There's also nothing wrong with people allowing their faith to inform their decision-making, in any sphere.

Possumhaw: A time to plant and a time to pluck

Passing by the raised beds, I noticed weeds popping up so I stopped, plucked a few, and flung them into the grass. Either Sam would mow over them or perhaps they would take root in the bare spots, but probably not.

Partial to Home: Old 'Mr. No-Shoulders'

The three-foot-long rat snake sprawled across the entrance of the barn like he owned the place. I could feel the hair on the back of my neck tingle. "He's here for the mice, the rats," I said to myself. "That's a good thing; he means no harm to you."

Ask Rufus: Treasures from camp

Last week, I ventured south to spend a day at Episcopal Camp Bratton-Green, 9 miles north of Canton, at Way.

Possumhaw: The art of giving back

Back at the public library, I slid the book off the shelf.

Slimantics: The Hunt High School Class of '67: Everything changes

Ronald Sanders stood at the podium, urging his former classmates to grab a seat so the official 50th class reunion for R.E. Hunt High School could begin.

Ask Rufus: A place out of time

Karen and I began our Independence Day weekend traveling to the Delta and visiting a place that time surely has forgotten.

Voters Guide 2017

Salute to Industry 2017

2017 Dining Guide