SUMMARY: Caterpillars, the juvenile stage of butterflies, are often overlooked and sometimes disliked for chewing on plants. However, most caterpillars do minimal harm to their host plants. While Monarch caterpillars and Tomato Horn Worms can cause damage, the caterpillars of common butterflies have a limited impact. Understanding the connection between butterflies and their caterpillar's host plants can help you appreciate the diverse range of plants that support their lifecycle. By choosing host plants, you can support both adults and their young. Additionally, trees, shrubs, vines, and flowers also serve as food sources for caterpillars. Making these connections can enhance the joy of butterfly-watching and inspire you to incorporate host plants into your landscape.

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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 success of HGTV's “Hometown,” and visitors often comment on the community spirit and hospitality in the city. The Southern Sisters will be participating in the upcoming Social on 7th event, where they will showcase their diverse displays and host a book release and signing.

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SUMMARY: Will Kimbrough, a longtime collaborator and co-writer of Jimmy Buffett, is set to headline a tribute concert called “Bubbles Up for Buffett” in Pascagoula, Buffett's hometown. Kimbrough, who had a close relationship with Buffett, will perform at the event on October 7th. Tickets are already on sale, and the show is being produced by Grand Magnolia Music. Kimbrough has co-written several songs with Buffett, and their latest release, “Bubbles Up,” debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Rock Digital Song Sales chart. Kimbrough will also have several co-writes on Buffett's upcoming posthumous release.

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