Mary Margaret Hyer received the 2019 Miss Mississippi crown in Vicksburg back in June. She is a native of Hattiesburg, a University of Mississippi graduate, and a passionate advocate for organ donation. Her heart is as big as her smile, and she is up to Good Things in our state. Mary Margaret sat down with … Continue reading “Miss Mississippi Mary Margaret Hyer”
Author: Rebecca Turner
Become an entrepreneur at any age.
There is no age limit on stepping out and starting a business. Today, Mississippi community colleges offer classes and opportunities to help high school graduates to mid-life employees, looking to take their startup ideas to the next level. David Henson, a retired entrepreneur and current teacher of Entrepreneurship at Itawamba Community College (ICC) joined Rebecca Turner … Continue reading “Become an entrepreneur at any age.”
Coastal Mississippi – Summer is Still Here!
The sun and the sand are still ripe for a visit on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Coastal Mississippi wants you to know that summer is still here, and there is plenty to do on the coast. Whether you’re looking to plan your meeting, family weekend getaway or event, you’ll find a beautiful location within the … Continue reading “Coastal Mississippi – Summer is Still Here!”
Moss Point Native on life after ‘The Voice’
Rod Stokes is a native of Moss Point, Mississippi and recently joined NBC’s hit singing show ‘The Voice’ for season 16. While Stokes didn’t walk away as the winner, he won the hearts of America with his Southern drawl and soulful sound. Before he auditioned in front of millions of people, he was a simple … Continue reading “Moss Point Native on life after ‘The Voice’”
The Mysteries of Family Histories
Once upon a time, there was a man whose last name was carried by two wives and many children- and yet, he remained a mystery to the whole family. It wasn’t until a little down-home detective work by a curious great-great-granddaughter did the family puzzle piece found its place. Chances are your family tree has some … Continue reading “The Mysteries of Family Histories”
Growing Confidence: NAM Miss Mississippi Pre-Teen
National American Miss (NAM) is a pageant to Grow Confidence and teach Real World Skills. NAM aims to foster positive self-image by enhancing the natural beauty within. It hopes to teach valuable skills that will give you a competitive edge to succeed in whatever fields you may choose. Serenity Sullivan is the 2019 NAM Miss Mississippi Pre-Teen and … Continue reading “Growing Confidence: NAM Miss Mississippi Pre-Teen”
Cotton Blues: Mississippi Made
Cotton Blues is a casual family restaurant that is Mississippi made to its core. From investing in local people, locally sourced ingredients, and keeping it’s “New York Approved” cheesecake manufactured in the Magnolia State, Chris Ortego, owner, and founder, of Cotton Blues, believes in all that Mississippi has to offer his customers. When Jon Quinones … Continue reading “Cotton Blues: Mississippi Made”
Mississippi’s Tanglefoot Trail Voted 2019 Rail-Trail Hall of Fame Inductee
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC), the nation’s largest trails organization, announced the induction of Mississippi’s Tanglefoot Trail into the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame. The Tanglefoot Trail is Mississippi’s longest rail-trail, stretching 43.6 miles through the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area. The paved trail winds through three counties (Chickasaw, Pontotoc and … Continue reading “Mississippi’s Tanglefoot Trail Voted 2019 Rail-Trail Hall of Fame Inductee”
Helping disabled veterans before and after 9/11
Thirteen years ago, Scott Burns, a Marine Corps Veteran, planned his first “7 Days for The Troops” event to raise money for veterans in need. What started as a passion project to bring awareness to disabled veterans before and after 9/11 has turned into a movement. Each year, “7 Days for The Troops” events give … Continue reading “Helping disabled veterans before and after 9/11”
Prepping for back-to-school means protecting your kids from cancer, too.
Prepping for back-to-school means buying new supplies, clothes, and backpacks, but it’s also time to make sure your children are protected from cancer. This fall, the American Cancer Society (ACS) is reminding parents that making sure girls and boys ages 11-12 receive the HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine should be part of the back-to-school routine. ACS … Continue reading “Prepping for back-to-school means protecting your kids from cancer, too.”
Water Valley unofficially broke a Guinness World Record
During the 50th annual Water Valley Watermelon Carnival unofficially broke the Guinness World Record for the Largest Watermelon-Eating Contest with 754 participants competing simultaneously, beating the record set last year in Safety Harbor, Fla, with 259 participants. Water Valley Chamber of Commerce spearheaded this endeavor and the community rallied around the idea of breaking a world … Continue reading “Water Valley unofficially broke a Guinness World Record”
Foster Children in Tupelo, Mississippi Kick-Off the New School Year with New-Kicks
Hannah Walker-Donelson understands the power a pair of shoes can have for students going back-to-school. She recognized some students in Tupelo don’t get to enjoy back-to-school shopping at no fault of their own and decided to help. At only 12-years-old, Hannah called on her family and the Tupelo community to help to provide 50 foster … Continue reading “Foster Children in Tupelo, Mississippi Kick-Off the New School Year with New-Kicks”
