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Our Top Christmas Light Displays in Mississippi
SUMMARY: Christmas cheer is palpable outdoors, with festive decorations adorning cityscapes. In Mississippi, several top Christmas light displays elevate the festive spirit. The Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival boasts over 1.5 million lights and entertainment options, like carnival rides and Santa's Village. The Southaven Drive-Through Christmas Light Display mesmerizes visitors with its synchronized light show and reflections on the lake. In Cleveland, 50 Nights of Lights invites onlookers with over a million lights and downtown activities, while Canton's Christmas Festival transforms the town square into a holiday scene, complete with rides and a large LED-lit tree. Lastly, Lazy Acres Farm features a light display emphasizing the nativity story, with visits with Santa and family activities. These stunning light displays ensure Mississippi is brightly visible to Santa's sleigh.
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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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Beat the Heat with Mississippi’s Best Waterparks
SUMMARY: Summers in Mississippi bring intense heat that lasts until at least October. Fortunately, the state offers various options for cooling off, including beautiful beaches, lakes, watering holes, and several waterparks spread across different regions. From the newly opened Serengeti Springs in Hattiesburg, affiliated with the Hattiesburg Zoo, to Geyser Falls in Choctaw, named Mississippi's #1 Family Attraction, there's an abundance of water-based fun. Waterparks like Buccaneer Bay in Waveland, Gulf Islands Water Park in Gulfport, and Grand Paradise Waterpark in Collins offer slides, wave pools, and lazy rivers. There are also nature-oriented spots like Merit Waterpark in Mendenhall with its natural beauty and cold spring-fed waters. Additionally, places like Pep's Point in Hattiesburg offer lakeside beach experiences, while Meridian East in Toomsuba provides a unique waterslide in the woods. These destinations ensure a cool and enjoyable time during Mississippi's hot summers.
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