John Paul White, MSU-Starkville Symphony Orchestra to fill Hump for rare music experience
An experience like no other is coming to Mississippi State this October as Grammy winner John Paul White brings his fusion of Southern rock, Americana and country music to the Hump alongside the Starkville-MSU Symphony Orchestra.
Field day spotlights MSU row crop research
Producers got a behind-the-scenes look at the wide scope of agricultural research taking place at Mississippi State University in an Aug. 6 event.
Historic photographer leaves a stamp on local USPS employee
Having worked for the United States Postal Service for 17 years, Ansel Embry had seen plenty of new designs for stamps come and go.
Arts Commission grant to fund mural at Blues Museum
The Prairie Belt Blues Foundation of West Point has been awarded a $4,500 grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission.
Community Calendar for 8-10.24
Saturday, Aug. 10 ■ FUMC Attic Sale: Starkville First United Methodist Church is hosting its annual attic sale from 8-11:30 a.m. at the Connection Building
MSU Extension professional received national recognition
A Mississippi State University Extension Service forage specialist recently received a national award for his high-quality work and effective program development.
Lifelong harmonica player to teach workshop at blues museum
When Tim Gartland first picked up a harmonica at 13 years old, he started out just like any amateur: one song at a time.
Dearman, Sullivan follow in their mothers’ footsteps with MUW degrees
Graduating from college is a milestone for anyone who chooses to pursue higher education, however, for two recent graduates of the Family Nurse Practitioner Program at Mississippi University for Women, it just means more.
Possumtown Book Fest announces 11 additional speakers for panel
The Possumtown Book Fest is adding more than 10 new award-winning authors and educators to the lineup for its inaugural event Aug. 24.
A monument to healing, hope and a life cut short
Whenever Jennie Mosby sees the cherry blossom tree in Starkville’s Patriot Park, memories come rushing back.
Community Calendar for 8-3-24
Saturday, Aug. 3 ■ Dancing Through the Decades: Starkville Strong will be hosting an adult prom “Dancing through the Decades” fundraiser from 6-10 p.m. at
Starkville Town and Country Garden Club spearheads inmate litter program participation
Starkville Town and Country Garden Club spearheaded the City of Starkville and Oktibbeha County participation in the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) Inmate Litter Program, which can provide reimbursement of up to $50,000 each of annual funding for using state inmates to pick up litter on any state highways in the area.
Floral workshop focuses on sustainable practices
Two upcoming events will offer insight on sustainable practices in floral design for new and established professional florists, flower producers and flower sellers.
Possumtown Book Fest reveals children’s program lineup
Kids will have the special opportunity to get a photo with Dog Man, take home a free book, and meet inspiring Mississippi authors at the children’s program during the first ever Possumtown Book Fest on Aug. 24.
Mother Goose’s assistant retires after 20 years at storytime
For the past 20 years, when Mother Goose has been singing songs and reading books to children during her weekly storytime sessions at the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library, she has had help.
Photos wanted for ‘BugFest’ competition
Wildlife photographers of all ages and skill levels have a venue to showcase their camera eye in an insect photo competition.
Possumtown Book Fest welcomes eight bestselling authors to Columbus
Headliners Michael Farris Smith and Ace Atkins will cap off a day of panel discussions, book signings, and activities celebrating southern literature at the first ever Possumtown Book Fest on Aug. 24.
MSU quarterback Shapen earns Philanthropic Spirit award
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