Community Calendar for 2-28-26
Saturday, Feb. 28 ■ Natural Health Expo: Redwood Business & Wellness Center hosts its third annual Natural Health Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Andrew McLarty: Lent calls Christians to courage and clarity
We are now in the season of Lent, a 40-day journey that Christians across the world observe in preparation for Easter.
Sherry Ivy: Keep working for Jesus, it will pay off after a while
As children of God, we will have to endure some difficult trials and tribulations that can lead to fear, doubt or despair.
Easy, approachable solutions for at-home Lenten meals
Lent has long been a season of tradition and reflection, and it can also be an opportunity to introduce your family to exciting new flavors that may become staples in your kitchen.
False spring calls for comfort food
Did anyone else feel like we got a bait-and-switch from Mother Nature this week? After nearly seven days spent walking around Southside Columbus to admire the perfect pink blooms of Jane magnolia trees in beautiful, breezy 75-degree weather, I was not prepared to wake up Sunday morning to temperatures in the low 30s.
Catfish, close to home
I had one of those moments recently that felt equal parts obvious and enlightening. During an interview with Mississippi University for Women alumna Sade Meeks,
Butter Together: A classic from a classic
I’ve made a lot of brownie recipes in my lifetime. I’m always chasing that one from-scratch recipe worth the extra effort compared with a boxed mix.
Robert St. John: Squirrel!
My ADHD is so bad I just forgot what I was going to write in this opening sentence.
Black Sesame Rice Krispies treats
I’ll admit something shocking: I’ve never made Rice Krispies treats. But of course, the first time had to include a twist. Enter the viral black sesame version from The New York Times Cooking. They turn out umami-forward, slightly salty, and delightfully addictive.
Columbus Spring Pilgrimage returns April 7-19
Columbus will host its annual Spring Pilgrimage April 7-19, featuring tours of historic homes, local food, music and other events.
Community Calendar for 2-21-26
Saturday, Feb. 21 ■ Museum Miles 5K: The Oktibbeha County Heritage Museum, 206 Fellowship St., will host the annual “Museum Miles: Race Through History 5K”
Everyday Clay: If only you knew how much I see you
I’m not sure why, but sentiment has framed my writing this February.
Lyceum Series at Mississippi State welcomes Sonic Escape
Violinist Maria Kaneko and flutist Shawn Wycoff will bring their innovative classical interpretations to Mississippi State University’s Lyceum Series on Thursday.
Breastfeeding, bonding and community
Upon entering the Downtown Columbus YMCA on a warm February afternoon, Jenna Hood’s anxiety was palpable.
Starkville Garden Club learns how to host a butterfly release
Butterflies weren’t just fluttering in the imagination of Starkville Town and Country Garden Club members Tuesday – they were the subject of a hands-on lesson from Lynn Wells of the Oxford Garden Club on how to host a butterfly release.
In the Garden with Felder: Potatoes, peas and porch salads
It’s “tater planting time.”
Jabe Nicholson: Heaven’s Logic
Some say Christians must kiss their brains goodbye. Really? Haven’t they heard the first and great commandment?
Robert St. John: Depth
Most people know they should try other restaurants when they are in a great food city. I do too. And yet every time the tortilla soup arrives at Frontera Grill, that plan is out the window.
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