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.
Sherry Ivy: There’s power in binding and loosening
God has given every Believer power to bind and loosen.
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.
In the Garden with Felder: Cacti and succulents that can survive Mississippi’s Dog Days
Cacti and succulents can be polarizing to gardeners who immediately think of thorns and sharp leaf tips. But that’s just looking at the surface with these remarkable no-fuss plants.
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.
Chefs face off at arts council Forks and Corks fundraiser
On Saturday night, six chefs faced off at State Theatre during the Starkville Area Arts Council’s annual fundraiser, Forks and Corks. And with all the food offerings and a ‘90s theme, it was “all that and a bag of chips.”
Sites & Bites: Recipes I almost didn’t try
I have no shame about sharing this: I often peruse social media sites when looking for recipes that: A. I haven’t yet tried and B. Don’t bore me with the same ‘ol ingredients.
A savory summer dessert perfect for sharing
Put delicious desserts back on the menu all summer long with savory favorites that don’t call for wasting sunny days in the kitchen.
Simple recipes that make school days a cinch
Resisting the weeknight urge to call for takeout or order delivery starts with an approachable at-home menu with recipes you can prep in an instant.
Butter Together: Easy meals, crazy nights
You have probably heard of work husbands and work wives.
Jabe Nicholson: The ultimate bullet points
There’s no question there are many questions about the events that unfolded in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13.
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.
Southern Gardening: Scaevola works as border, groundcover or in container
I am always looking for unique plants that brighten the landscape.
MSU flying fox research, new technology combine to prevent viral transmission
From some 8,000 miles away, Mississippi State scientist Manuel Ruiz-Aravena in the university’s Forest and Wildlife Research Center is studying flying foxes, or fruit bats, in Australia to determine the likely causes of viral spillover from animal to human.
Forks and Corks to bring art lovers back to the ‘90s
The ‘90s are coming back to the city this weekend, and art lovers can get a taste at the Starkville Area Arts Council’s annual Forks and Corks fundraiser.
Gospel Jubilee to be revived at First United Methodist Church
The Chancel Choir of Starkville First United Methodist Church will present “Gospel Jubilee” on Sunday at 5 p.m. in the church sanctuary located at 200 West Lampkin Street.
Community Calendar for 7-27-24
Saturday, July 27 ■ Forks and Corks: The Starkville Area Arts Council’s annual Forks and Corks Fundraiser raising money to support art education programs in
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