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Tips for Going to a Farmers’ Market
SUMMARY: Not all farmers’ markets are created equal and there are several factors that contribute to a good market. Location is important, with a central location near the urban center being ideal. Most markets are open on Saturday mornings, the busiest shopping time. Weather and season also play a role, as rainy or extreme weather affects attendance and produce availability. However, even during the off-season, markets offer handmade products like jams and jellies. Certified farmers markets, like those in Mississippi, ensure that vendors are growing or making what they sell. Farmers’ markets offer fresher produce than grocery stores, as they are harvested the night before or the morning of the market. A good practice is to ask vendors about the origin of their produce and to purchase items that are in season. Some vendors, like those at the Ocean Springs market, are able to grow hydroponically, allowing them to have produce out of season. Checking out smaller markets, such as the Wednesday afternoon market in Ocean Springs, can also yield unique finds.
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SUMMARY: Independence Day in Mississippi is a cherished celebration of freedom, community, and Southern traditions. Across the state—from the Delta to the Gulf Coast—residents enjoy small-town parades featuring homemade floats and marching bands. Fireworks light up the skies over coastal towns like Biloxi and quiet lake communities. Food plays a central role, with cookouts serving smoked ribs, pulled pork, fried catfish, and classic desserts. Live music festivals bring neighbors together for dancing under the stars, while family reunions and church gatherings foster fellowship and storytelling. For Mississippians, the Fourth is about honoring history and shared values.
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From ‘I’m Bored’ to ‘Let’s Explore’: A Summer Scavenger Hunt Through Mississippi History
SUMMARY: Many Mississippi kids quickly get bored during summer, but a creative solution is a summer scavenger hunt focused on Mississippi history. Using the Mississippi State Historical Marker Program’s online database with over 900 historic markers, families can design hunts that combine screen time with learning. The hunt can be indoor or outdoor, with questions tailored to different ages and difficulty levels, including geography and math challenges. After researching online, families can visit local historic markers and enjoy outings like stops at iconic spots such as Johnnie’s Drive In. Additional trails like the Mississippi Blues and Freedom Trails offer even more opportunities for exploration and education.
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SUMMARY: Just outside Flora, Mississippi, the Mississippi Petrified Forest is a remarkable natural site dating back over 36 million years to the Oligocene Epoch. Once lush tropical forests, ancient conifer trees were buried by floods and gradually transformed into stone through mineralization. This rare eastern U.S. petrified forest features well-preserved quartzized logs with visible bark and growth rings. Visitors can explore shaded trails and the Earth Science Museum, which includes fossils and prehistoric exhibits. With activities like gem mining, it offers an educational and enchanting experience, revealing Mississippi’s deep geological history beyond its cultural heritage.
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