Sherry Ivy: ‘Tomorrow is not promised to anyone’
God has determined the number of days and hours we will live on earth. Therefore, we can’t go past the days He has set for us.
Vendor signup begins for holiday bazaar
Signup has begun for vendors wanting to participate in the 15th Christmas Holiday
Community band gears up for first concert of fall 2024 season
The Starkville/MSU Community Band will present its first concert of the fall 2024 season at 2 p.m. Oct. 20 in the Kent Sills Band Hall
Noxubee native shares gardening inspiration from around the world
Growing up in Noxubee County, Marcia Weber knew that she wanted to travel the world and share gardens with others from an early age.
From TikTok to table: The latest food trends taking over kitchens this fall
Looking for the trendiest dishes and cooking techniques for fall?
Celebrate success at school with a frozen grape treat
On those busy school days when class, homework and activities wear your family down, it’s hard to beat a cool, creamy snack.
Sites & Bites: Crocktober heralds the start of fix it/forget it meals
I’ve never understood why Crockpots are used more in the fall and winter months.
Robert St. John: Enjoying the journey, and Sicily, with others
Travel has a way of opening the world, peeling back the layers of the familiar, and revealing the extraordinary.
Homemade meals to tackle takeout cravings
Many busy weeknights come down to one decision for frazzled families: cook at home or give in to takeout cravings.
Community Calendar for 10-5-24
Saturday, Oct. 5 ■ Runnin’ for Bedz 4 Kidz 5K: There will be a 5K run and bed build in downtown West Point at Sally
Katie Boeck and J.M. Stevens to headline next Barn Concert
After having to postpone its September concert due to weather, the Barn Concert Series will pick things back up on Thursday with Nashville artist Katie Boeck and Austin’s J.M. Stevens.
Southern Gardening: Passalong Firespike as a garden beauty
This time of year, my Firespike is putting on a show in my garden. This herbaceous perennial is known for its large, dramatic spikes of bright red, tubular flowers.
In the Garden with Felder: Want to get rid of tree stumps? Make them rot.
One thing Mississippi has a lot of lately is tree stumps. With powerful storms and last year’s severe drought, there are countless thousands jutting up in peoples’ yards.
MSU’s Department of Music announces lineup of fall events
Mississippi State’s Department of Music is hosting numerous concerts this fall to entertain music lovers of a variety of genres, while showcasing the talents of its students, faculty and guest artists.
Jabe Nicholson: Pay attention!
I was a daydreamer. Watching a construction crew outside the school window, I could build a castle in the sky in the time it took them to lay a few bricks.
First Christian Church to celebrate 185 years this Sunday
When Jane Smith first started attending First Christian Church, it was 1953.
Butter Together: Spoiler: This is not a cake recipe
I have a history of messing up Julia’s birthday cakes.
The Food Factor: Garlic Chickpea Dip
This garlic chickpea dip couldn’t be easier – just toss a few ingredients in the food processor and you have an easy appetizer for any get-together!

















