Articles by Abigail Sipe Rochester
Cinema series brings festive film downtown
The “hap-hap-happiest” Christmas is coming downtown, with the help of the Starkville Area Arts Council and Starkville Community Theatre.
Columbus Girlchoir plans annual Christmas concert
At 16 years old, high school junior Meredith Hilfiker has been singing with the Columbus Girlchoir for almost half of her life. For her, singing with the group is all about the music, especially the Christmas music.
Behind the hitch: The Budweiser Clydesdales
While the Budweiser Clydesdales are known for their size, Anna Grace Tanner, communications manager with Mitchell Distributing said there is nothing like seeing one in person.
Weekend bets: Fun things to do in the Golden Triangle this weekend (Dec. 8-10)
This weekend has a variety of events to choose from including concerts, the Mississippi Made art market, the Columbus Christmas Parade and more! There is
What’s in a wassail?
A few weeks ago, I had never heard of wassail before, let alone tasted it. I thought I had misheard the word for the first several times. A wa-sail? A wa-sole?
‘We’re going to be walkable from City Hall to Lee Hall’
While Main Street currently looks worse for wear, it will not be for much longer, according to Mayor Lynn Spruill.
Lost and found, two years later
When Selena Hodge’s cat, Fish Sticks, went missing almost two years ago, it seemed like she and her family may never see him again.
‘Messiah’ choral presentation tradition returns for 21st year
The Columbus Sings Messiah choir, composed of 120 volunteer singers, gathers in Annunciation Catholic church, humming and singing to warm up their vocal chords. Orchestra members tune and warm up their instruments in turn.
Columbus Fire and Rescue captain goes from flames to flight
For Columbus Fire and Rescue Captain Joseph Denton, facing danger usually entails running toward fires. But for the past year, the captain has been facing another fear: heights.
Native American tradition, de Soto’s retreat and who had the fine china
Under the cover of night, Chickasaw warriors gather outside of Hernando de Soto’s camp, preparing to attack the Spanish conquistador’s army. But a short time after the attack begins, the indigenous fighters retreat suddenly.
One Pot Rosemary Lemon Chicken to recover from the holidays
Over the past seven days, I have eaten more massive meals than I can count.
Russian orphan’s story inspires growth of shoebox tree
Growing up in an orphanage in Russia, Yulia Fearing had almost nothing that belonged to her. Even her toothbrush, she shared with four or five other children.
Thanksgiving Food: My mom’s pecan pie is better than yours
Growing up with three older brothers and surrounded by their friends, I have heard more arguments that include the phrase “my dad could beat up your dad” than I can count.
Hospital food drive leads to biggest donation in Helping Hands history
While it is impossible to tell who will come out on top in the Mississippi State and Ole Miss football game Thursday, one “Egg Bowl” has already been decided.
A tale of murder ‘too good not to be told’
While most novels aim to be interesting, not all involve eight real historical southern murders.
New waterfall flows by Holly Hills Road
While Columbus isn’t known for its natural waterfalls, a manmade waterfall is now flowing next to Holly Hills Road.
MSMS student group highlights Choctaw garb, storytelling and dancing traditions
Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science senior Chloe Wesley grew up on the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians’ reservation in the central part of the state, surrounded by her family, culture and stories of her heritage.
Weekend bets: Fun things to do in the Golden Triangle this weekend (Nov. 17-19)
This weekend has a variety of events to choose from including concerts, musicals, a holiday themed farmers market and more! There is sure to be
Setting the record straight on Billy McIntyre’s Corn Pudding
Mike McIntyre has fond memories of eating his father Billy McIntyre’s corn pudding for nearly every special occasion since he was a child. But if you try to recreate the recipe as it appears in the cookbook “A Grand Heritage,” you won’t be eating what the McIntyre family eats.
