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Southern Magnolia – More Than Just a Pretty Flower
SUMMARY: Southern Magnolias, iconic to the Deep South, are celebrated for their large white flowers and status as state symbols in Mississippi and Louisiana. Beyond blossoms, their attractive buds, fall cones with bright red seeds, and dark green leaves add beauty. The leaf undersides vary in fuzziness, likely aiding insect deterrence and moisture retention. Magnolias date back over 100 million years, with unique tepals adapted for beetle pollination. Their dense, leathery leaves create natural mulch supporting diverse wildlife. Long-lived and fast-growing, Southern Magnolias enrich landscapes over decades. Patience in planting them rewards us with these resilient, historic trees’ enduring charm.
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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) is launching the first-ever Mississippi Wild Turkey Stamp for the 2026 Spring Turkey Season. Mississippi residents aged 15 and older can enter the Wild Turkey Stamp Art Contest by July 21, submitting original artwork depicting the Eastern wild turkey in a natural setting. The stamp supports turkey population and habitat conservation. Artists compete in three age categories, with winners receiving gift cards and the overall winner’s art featured on the official stamp. Submissions can be mailed or dropped off at designated MDWFP offices. More details and entry forms are on the MDWFP website.
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SUMMARY: The 6th Annual Mississippi Pickle Fest 2025 takes place June 7-8 at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum in Jackson. This family-friendly festival celebrates all things pickling with contests like Pick a Pickle, Pickle Eating, and Pickle Palooza Food Contest. Activities include home canning demos by the Mississippi State Extension Office, a Pickleball exhibition, and a kids’ Sweet Pickle Patch. Live music and Story Time with Uncle Story entertain attendees both days. Recognized as Mississippi’s best small festival, it promises zesty food, fun, and fellowship. Tickets are available online; the event runs rain or shine with no refunds.
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SUMMARY: National Dairy Month celebrates Mississippi’s 48 dairy farms producing 8.9 million gallons of milk in 2023, mainly from Copiah, Marion, and Walthall counties. These farms focus on sustainability, reducing water use by 30%, land by 21%, and carbon footprint by 19% over the last decade. Dairy provides affordable, nutrient-rich protein through milk, cheese, and yogurt. Popular local producers include Johnston Hill Creamery, Green Acres Creamery, Southern Cultured Creamery, Beason Family Farm, and Havens Down Home Creamery. Mississippi State University contributes with unique cheeses and 25,000 gallons of ice cream annually. Celebrate by enjoying local dairy and recipes like gourmet grilled cheese.
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