Spring, summer Adapted Swim Camps at MSU help individuals with special needs
Mississippi State’s Department of Kinesiology hosts its Adapted Swim Camp to teach children and adults with special needs the foundations of swimming and water safety.
‘Rolling Stone better watch out’ for new local music magazine
Music may have the power to unite people and start important conversations generally, but two local music enthusiasts have taken that philosophy to a new level.
Robert St. John: A father’s reflection on a wedding weekend
There are only a few moments in life when time slows down enough to let you take it all in. For me, this past weekend was one of those moments.
Sites & Bites: New cooking show yielded inspiration for one pot meal
Disclaimer: I haven’t watched Meghan Markle’s Netflix cooking show, “With Love, Meghan.” I admired Princess Diana and have similar feelings for Prince William, as well as his wife, Princess Kate.
Add this superfruit to your menu for heart-healthy meals
It’s no secret that adding greens to your menu – morning, noon and night – can go a long way toward healthier eating habits. While most people think of lettuce, kale, spinach, cucumbers and Brussels sprouts, don’t forget avocados are a superfruit you can use to add good fats and great taste to recipes throughout the day.
Why this flavor will be on your plate in 2025
Aji Amarillo, which translates to “yellow chile pepper,” is grown in Peru and is native to South America. Long considered a staple ingredient in Peruvian cuisine, this moderate-heat pepper with fruity notes reminiscent of passionfruit and mango is going to spice things up in kitchens worldwide in the year ahead.
Millennials and Gen Z lead the herb garden revival
In a dynamic shift from traditional gardening demographics, millennials and Gen Z are spearheading a green revolution, transforming urban spaces into lush, productive gardens. Recent
Butter Together: Where there’s smoke, I’m cooking
“Hey, mom?”
“What’s up?”
“I think something’s on fire.”
Make your St. Patrick’s Day spread green with envy
Freshen up your St. Patrick’s Day menu with easy, light sandwiches inspired by the traditional color of the festivities. These open-faced noshes can be perfect for lunch, snack time or even as an appetizer for get-togethers with friends and family.
Jabe Nicholson: Dead right
James Calvert was born January 3, 1813, the son of a tenant farmer. As a boy, he was apprenticed to a printer, skills he later used in preparing the first Fijian Bible.
The Cockerhams celebrate their 60th Anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen H. “Steve” Cockerham will celebrate their 60th Anniversary March 13, 2025.
Quilting reception coming to Columbus library
The Columbus-Lowndes Public Library System will host the ninth annual Quilt Reception on March 18 starting at 11 a.m. in the upstairs meeting room.
Junior Auxiliary commemorates milestone Charity Ball with special Preview Tea
In celebration of the upcoming Junior Auxiliary of Columbus 75th Annual Charity Ball, a very special Charity Ball Preview Tea took place on March 2 at the historic Colonnade Home downtown.
Community Calendar for 3-8-25
Saturday ■ Music by Women Festival: The ninth annual international Music by Women Festival will be held on the Mississippi University for Women campus for
Joy Prom returns to The W for third year Saturday
Mississippi University for Women will continue its partnership with Mt. Vernon Church this year to bring Joy Prom back to campus Saturday.
In the Garden with Felder: Chickens, gnomes, saints and other garden accessories
Who welcomes, amuses, and inspires you and visitors to your garden, and looks over it while you are not around?
Hyperrealistic artist creates drawings that look like photographs
Walking into the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library, a series of frames display black-and-white images of human hands, eyes, faces and more.
Butter Together: This one is im-pasta-bly easy
I don’t know if I’ve told you about this already, but Zack and I are now the proud owners of a cow.
Less is more: 5 ingredient dinners are easier than you think
From TikTok trends to Jamie Oliver’s newest cookbook, minimalist cooking is extremely popular.
