LIFESTYLES

Delicious reads

Visitors to the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library found more than "food for the mind" April 11. The library's third annual Edible Book Festival showcased something for the taste buds as well.

A twist on Easter's green bean casserole

Many years ago, I quietly fell into the role of green bean casserole maker for our family's special occasion dinners.

A cheesy, golden, puffed casserole for Easter morning

Despite its name, this "omelet" is nothing like the filling-stuffed egg dish you expect at brunch, nor does it take a day to bake.

For these breakfast tacos, which way will you cook the bacon?

When making these delicious breakfast tacos, there are two ways to cook bacon.

In your corner: Fighting back against Parkinson's disease

It was in July of 2018 that Mary Anna Nelson noticed a tremor in her hand on the steering wheel as she drove. She feared it was an ominous sign; her brother had battled Parkinson's disease for the previous four years. By December, her suspicions were confirmed. Nelson had Parkinson's disease.

'Convergence' exhibition highlights W seniors

The capstone exhibition "Convergence" will feature the artwork of five graduating art majors in the Mississippi University for Women Galleries through April 25. The exhibition reception will be Thursday, April 25 from 5-7 p.m.

School news: EMCC nursing graduates

All students in the 2018 Associate Degree Nursing Class at East Mississippi Community College passed the National Council Licensure Examination on their first attempt. This is the first class to achieve a 100 percent pass rate on their first attempt since the program was reinstated in 2010. Pictured, front row, from left, are Jabria Richardson, Caitlyn Parker, Vicki James, Burgandy Gibson, Chip Slaughter, Jessica Brewer, Morgan Eatman and Kathryn Sprayberry. In back, from left, are Morgan Weems, Megan Helms, Robert Sanderson, Meagan Young, Stephanie Brown, Eric Lawson, Nathaniel Pugh, Conner Hutson, Abby Lhamon, Brittney Brown, Riley Douglas and Katelyn Woodson.

School news: Imes in Phi Beta Kappa

Columbus youth named Miss Junior Teen Mississippi

Following a weekend of events, on March 24, young women from across Mississippi took the stage at the Tupelo Performing Arts Center to compete for the title of Miss Junior Teen Mississippi United States 2019.

School news: Donation to EMCC's Automotive Technology Program

Carl Hogan Toyota in Columbus donated two Toyota Corollas to East Mississippi Community College's Automotive Technology Program April 4. Pictured at the dealership with the cars are, from left, Gulf States Toyota District Service and Parts Manager Colin Jones, Gulf States Toyota Workforce Development Manager Robert Trevino, Carl Hogan Toyota General Manager Jonnie Moore, EMCC lead automotive instructor Dale Henry, EMCC Manufacturing Technology & Engineering Navigator Greta Miller, EMCC automotive instructor Shane Richards, EMCC diesel instructor Michael Ricks, EMCC fleet maintenance Lane Yarbrough and EMCC President Dr. Scott Alsobrooks.

In the garden with Felder: Have garden will travel

I just started my summer garden by tucking some basil into what is literally the fastest garden on earth.

Easter brunch

The W's Culinary Arts Institute kitchen was "styling" on the morning of April 2. From chef station to station, an Easter brunch was coming together and looking good. That's the purpose of a food styling class: to prepare food to look as tempting as possible for photography, video or film.

Butter Together: If it's not easy, it won't get cooked

I have reached the part of the year where I am officially done. Not really, of course: we still have nearly half a semester's worth of class. But emotionally, physically, mentally ... stick a fork in me.

Honey is the glue that keeps these granola bars together

Great granola bars put the flavor of the oats at the forefront while supporting players back them up with a mellow sweetness.

Best of the Triangle 2018

Best Area Professionals 2018

2019 Dining Guide