Our Mississippi Home
Happy May! Happy May Day! Who Remembers?
SUMMARY: Several years ago, Scott Hunter shared a photograph of himself and Christine Mizell dressed for Lucedale's May Day celebration circa 1961. Judy Wilder, a local resident, recalls the celebration that marked the start of summer, featuring events like the maypole dance. Hunter, who later became a football quarterback and a news celebrity, and Wilder, who spent her career in education, both cherish the memories of their youth in Lucedale. Although May Day is no longer celebrated there, the old photographs and memories serve as a nostalgic reminder of the community's past traditions.
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Our Mississippi Home
Deer Fly Season on the Coast – Oh My!
SUMMARY: In coastal Mississippi, residents brace themselves each year for Deer Fly season in May, following the Sand Fly season in March. These pests, known for their buzzing and biting, are a significant nuisance, targeting exposed skin, particularly around the head due to their attraction to heat. Deer flies, which females require blood, thrive in the area's marshlands, feasting on various mammals, including humans. Despite the lack of effective chemical deterrents, residents employ creative strategies like using insect nets or sticky traps to combat these flies. These efforts, while somewhat effective, also inadvertently provide a form of exercise and a shared experience for the community, humorously dubbed the “Deer Fly dance”.
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Carnival Treats: A Roadside Destination in Lyon, Mississippi
SUMMARY: Lyon, Mississippi, a small town with a population of 259 in Coahoma County, distinguishes itself with a unique attraction: Carnival Treats. Opened in 2019 by Dave Houston and his family, this snack haven offers year-round carnival food, including nearly two dozen varieties of funnel cakes, foot-long cheesesteak sandwiches, stuffed monster potatoes, gourmet popcorn, and more. With its vibrant shop front and a 15-foot-tall SpongeBob sign visible from Highway 61, Carnival Treats attracts visitors from far and wide, contributing to Lyon's reputation as a distinct road trip destination and food spot. The Houston family also plans to launch a Blues brand gourmet popcorn line, supporting local artists' families with proceeds.
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Helping Disadvantaged Coast Communities with Environmental Actions
SUMMARY: On May 1, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded a $2,499,800 grant to The Land Trust for the Mississippi Coastal Plain (LTMCP) to aid disadvantaged communities along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Announced by Cesar Zapata and Marc Wyatt of the EPA, the funding is part of the EPA's Environmental Justice Program. Over five years, it will support identifying and implementing projects to improve environmental conditions in six coastal counties of Mississippi. The initiative aims to simplify the grant process for these communities, enabling them to develop nature-based solutions to pollution and engage actively in environmental improvement efforts.
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