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Meet the Southern Sisters | Our Mississippi Home

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www.ourmshome.com – Judy Smith – 2023-09-22 13:53:06

SUMMARY: Southern Sisters, a boutique owned by sisters Suzanne Williams and Sandy Williams Hanna in Laurel, Mississippi, offers a warm and welcoming shopping experience. The store features unique, handmade artwork, crafts, and jewelry with a Southern theme, as well as popular mainstream items. Laurel has become a popular destination for tourists due to the of HGTV's “Hometown,” and visitors often comment on the community spirit and hospitality in the . The Southern Sisters will be participating in the upcoming Social on 7th , where they will showcase their diverse displays and host a book release and signing.

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Deer Fly Season on the Coast – Oh My!

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ourmshome.com – Mark W. LaSalle, Ph.D. – 2024-05-18 07:13:40

SUMMARY: In , brace themselves each year for Deer Fly season in May, 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, 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 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

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ourmshome.com – Meredith Biesinger – 2024-05-16 14:35:41

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 , this snack haven offers year-round carnival food, nearly two dozen varieties of funnel cakes, -long cheesesteak sandwiches, stuffed monster potatoes, gourmet popcorn, and more. With its vibrant 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 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

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ourmshome.com – Mark W. LaSalle, Ph.D. – 2024-05-15 11:13:25

SUMMARY: On May 1, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded a $2,499,800 grant to The Trust for the Mississippi Coastal Plain (LTMCP) to aid disadvantaged communities along the Mississippi Coast. Announced by Cesar Zapata and Marc Wyatt of the EPA, the is part of the EPA's Environmental Justice Program. Over five years, it will identifying and implementing projects to improve environmental conditions in six coastal counties of Mississippi. The initiative aims to simplify the grant for these communities, enabling them to develop nature-based to pollution and engage actively in environmental improvement efforts.

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