Dog Show 101: What’s what at the Westminster Kennel Club
The Westminster Kennel Club dog show is back for a 149th year — and back at New York’s Madison Square Garden for the first time since early 2020.
Business owner donates $5,000, challenges others to give to Loaves and Fishes
For the past few years, every time First Cumberland Presbyterian Church has served a meal at the Loaves and Fishes of Lowndes County, Sharon McBryde was with them.
Kick off a winning game day with guac
The best watch parties have two things in common: good food and good company to root for your team with.
Robert St. John: My kind of town: RSJ’s Chicago favorites
This city has been a part of my life for the past 35 years.
The Food Factor: Quick Chili
Do you need a warm, satisfying meal fast?
A Super Bowl in New Orleans is a great excuse to make shrimp po’boy sandwiches
If you’re throwing a watch party for Super Bowl LIX, you couldn’t ask for a better backdrop and inspiration than the game’s host city, New Orleans.
Sites & Bites: January trip to NYC brought exciting things… including a famous recipe
The northeastern U.S. in the middle of January might not seem like an obvious vacation choice.
Butter Together: A dish only a mother could love
Have you ever had one of those evenings where you knew you needed to cook a meal, but all you really wanted to do was absolutely nothing?
Sherry Ivy: ‘God has not forsaken you’
All of us at some point in life feel like God has forsaken us; especially when we have been in our circumstances for a long time. Although we can’t see any changes right now, God has not forsaken us.
Traveling exhibit on truck farming in Copiah County on display at library
A photograph exhibit exploring the early days of truck farming in Mississippi is on display at the Columbus branch of the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library System (CLPLS) until Feb. 25.
Mahjong brings community, competition to area players
Mahjong tiles click on the table as four players shuffle them. The women sitting Monday at the table at Old Waverly Golf Club in West Point begin dividing them, building walls in front of each of their racks.
MSU Police Department celebrates K-9 retirement
The Mississippi State University Police Department celebrated the retirement of a well-loved police dog Wednesday after nine years of service to the university.
In the Garden with Felder: Problematic practices and other gardening myths
When it comes to setting misinformation straight, I sometimes come across like rain on a parade. Hate to yuck anyone’s yum, but some garden habits cause problems.
Rubens is a titan of Western art. The task of restoring his paintings is equally gigantic
When an iconic painting is in need of restoration, it is usually taken to a studio to be worked on in seclusion.
Mall owner visits with public but details scant on potential tenants
Hull Property Group has big plans for Columbus Place as it continues to “de-mall” the property, converting it to an “outward facing power center.” But when tenants will fill the center is still up in the air.
Sports commission recommended for joint parks marketing
A report from a yearlong grant-funded study released Tuesday suggested the city and Lowndes County establish a shared “sports commission” to promote their parks facilities and events.
Pro tips for making great-tasting comfort food without all the calories
It’s pretty easy to reduce the calorie count in all your favorite comfort foods without compromising on flavor.
Serve simple deliciousness at your next get-together
If a versatile, easy and economical recipe is just what you need for game day, get-togethers or stress-free evenings at home, these Mini Beef Wellingtons are perfect for you.
Showstopping cookies with a crunch
Sweet treats are a favorite food, especially when they have a unique or unusual twist that makes them stand out from the crowd.





















