Mississippi Magazine articles from July 2006

Mississippi Magazine archives from July 2006

From the editor.(Editorial)
July 1, 2006... Psst! I've got a secret. Well, 76 of them, actually. Even though people have been curious for months, I haven't told a soul. But since we've become such close friends over these last four years, I think it's finally time that I share them with...

Mailbox.(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2006... I have never lived in Mississippi, but ever since I visited Oxford as Field Secretary from California for Delta Gamma in the mid-1960s, it has held a special place in my heart. When I married my "Mississippi husband" nine years ago, I...

Note.
July 1, 2006... Note: After the story "Dinner with Friends" (May/June) was printed, the contact number for ordering Katy's Hot Fudge Sauce was changed. The new number is 601/790-4488.

Canton's ready for its close-up.(southern scrapbook)
July 1, 2006... Banking on the wisdom of the cinematic philosophy "If you build it they will come," state officials to create a state-of-the-art Mississippi Film Centre in hopes that Hollywood indeed will come to a Canton-based field of dreams. Already...

Dare to wear big hair.(southern scrapbook)
July 1, 2006... The party band known as The Bouffants will show off their teased hair and bodacious attitudes at a benefit performance for the Como Opera Guild July 29 at Batesville's historic Eureka Theatre. The event will benefit the 2006-2007...

It's sweet potato's churn.(southern scrapbook)
July 1, 2006... Mississippians have enjoyed homegrown sweet potatoes in recipes for years, but fans of the tubers have a cool new way to savor them this summer, as Mississippi State University's Dairy Processing Plant adds sweet potato to its list of ice cream...

Ragtime remembered.(southern scrapbook)
July 1, 2006... For the late Charles H. Templeton, music had a moving power of expression that was integral in his life. Templeton spent more than 40 years collecting music memorabilia, and today his collection provides visitors to the newly renovated...

Dishing with Deen.(southern scrapbook)
July 1, 2006... Food Network chef Paula Deen will bring her down-home cooking and warm Southern charm to Jackson July 15 for two special cooking demonstrations and gift markets at the Mississippi Coliseum. Audiences at "Cooking with Paula Deen," presented...

The art of survival.(after the storm: hope after the hurricane)
July 1, 2006... An American flag hangs in the doorway of a hurricane-ravaged house. A child's water-damaged stuffed monkey clings to an iron fence. These are images of the post-Katrina Gulf Coast, and this summer, they are on exhibit at the Walter Anderson...

Countdown to history.(after the storm: hope after the hurricane)
July 1, 2006... The Red Scare, the race for space, and the preparations for the successful voyage of 1969 were the fuels that fed the flame, the catalysts for man's passion to exceed his earthly boundaries. These desires and the support of U.S. Senator John...

A spirit of service.(after the storm: hope after the hurricane)
July 1, 2006... Ajay Mangal fought back when Katrina ravaged his hometown on the Mississippi coast. For his devotion to relief efforts, the 18-year-old from Pascagoula was recently named one of America's top 10 youth volunteers in a ceremony in Washington,...

The cat's meow.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2006... 1 These animal-shaped "Sleepwalkers" overnight bags from Sassafras are destined to be hits at slumber parties and summer camp. In addition to this frisky feline, there are also duck, cow, and chick styles. $21. Expectations, 637 Brookway Blvd.,...

Charmed life.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2006... 2 Dainty gold-dipped necklaces feature tiny charm pendants designed for practically any occasion or loved one, from a birthday crown and a sister snowflake to a bridesmaid flower. $54. Migi's House of Style, 5352 Lakeland Dr., Ste. 100,...

Good to go.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2006... 3 Forget those hotel toiletries when you travel with Belle Il Fiore's "Belle A-Go-Go" set, featuring a travel candle and mini-sized whipped body creme, bath and shower gel, soy protein shampoo, conditioning hair mask, and walnut sugar scrub,...

Sole searching.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2006... 4 Summer vacation packing just got a whole lot easier with these split-personality sandals from Onesole. Simply choose a sole style and snap on one of the dozens of available band colors and patterns. $120-126 with 3 bands; additional bands...

Down to earth.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2006... 5 "Remember where you came from... then wear it!" say the makers of the Mississippi Dirt Shirt, hand-dyed with a blend of Mississippi red dirt that only looks better with each washing. Available in adult and youth sizes. $19.95. Reed's, 129...

Flights of fancy.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2006... 6 Set your bag apart from the rest of the luggage carousel crowd with these colorful handle wraps from Ritebag. Each whimsically patterned wrap is padded for comfort and features a strong Velcro closure. $9.95. The Cinnamon Tree, 1322...

From vine to divine: Gulf Coast gourd artist Larry Ray applies fine art techniques to an unusual natural canvas.(CULTURE CENTER)
July 1, 2006... A veteran broadcast journalist and television producer, artist Larry Ray of Gulfport savors his transition from long hours with the camera to creative time spent with an unlikely canvas. Gourd artistry has launched a renewed vitality in the...

Influential Florence: legends of history and prehistory abound in a Rankin County town.(LOOKING BACK)
July 1, 2006... Positioned at the southwestern corner of Rankin County, Florence is the historical entrance into what is today the third-fastest growing county in Mississippi. The longtime village is rapidly developing into a town with a population of...

Fruitful harvest: sumptuous homegrown figs are favorite mid-summer treats.(FOOD)
July 1, 2006... On muggy July and August mornings when the rest of our neighborhood is sleeping, my husband and I rush outdoors to pick figs before the birds awaken. Humans are not the only creatures who enjoy these mid-summer delicacies. We have always...

Think inside the box: diminutive flower groupings are set inside shoeboxes and other small containers.(EASY DOES IT)
July 1, 2006... I have always loved new shoes and the boxes they come in. The boxes are so nice and sturdy and have such a variety of uses for people of all ages--organizing crayons, scissors, art supplies, and a multitude of small objects, and reminding me of...

Return to your roots: heirloom and passalong plants forge a botanical bond with friends past and present.(GARDENING)
July 1, 2006... Catherine Longest has a name for every plant in her sprawling garden. There's Indian hyacinth and porcelain vine, Japanese climbing fern and oakleaf hydrangea. And then there are the plants with names you certainly won't find at...

The mile-a-minute plant: could the ultimate unwanted heirloom plant develop into a million-dollar crop?
July 1, 2006... James Dickey's wonderful poem "Kudzu" declares: "In Georgia, the legend says that you must close your windows at night to keep it out of the house." This may be true in Mississippi, too. Kudzu, sometimes called the "mile-a-minute plant" or...

Light hearted: the design of a traditionally styled Jackson home is guided by the residents' desire for airy spaces and calming colors.
July 1, 2006... This grand Gallic-flavored residence looks as if it has been around for centuries, but it is barely a decade old. Built on a lot formerly occupied by a dated 1960s-style house, it takes full advantage of its breathtaking waterfront views. ...

Starstruck: Star Boxes are not perfect. They are all different. Star Boxes are a little off-center. They always have at least one star in the design.
July 1, 2006... The above poem, or disclaimer, or caveat, or what-you-will, is printed on a small card that accompanies each of Jackson interior designer Michael Grogan's signature tabletop boxes. Selecting just one adjective to describe his collection of...

Call of the wild: a versatile veterinarian relishes his unusual assignment of treating exotic zoo animals.
July 1, 2006... It's not all monkey business for Rodney Walker. The Jackson Zoo veterinarian also has a list of patients that also includes elephants, giraffes, and zebras. Of course, that's just on Tuesdays and Thursdays--during the rest of the week,...

A walk on Mississippi's wild side.
July 1, 2006... Many of the animals in the Jackson Zoo's new "Wilderness Mississippi" exhibit are a bit shy while acclimating to their recently created homes, but a black bear named Cinnamon isn't bashful about showing off her glossy coat. Neither is the...

Street scenes: stark imagery captures the oft-overlooked beauty of the urban landscape.
July 1, 2006... Jackson Old Capitol; St. Andrew's Columns; One Way Sun-n-Sand; Capitol Street; The Fireman Stephen Little's passion for urban life has led him to spend the last five years capturing the architecture and imagery of downtown...

Best of Mississippi 2006: readers pick the top spots to dine, shop, and have fun in the Magnolia State this year.(Cover story)
July 1, 2006... Anyone who says there's nothing to do around here has obviously never talked to Mississippi Magazine's readers. For our second annual "Best of Mississippi" survey, we asked you to share the names of your favorite restaurants, shops, and...

Upper crust: enjoy the winning tastes of top dishes in our second annual reader recipe contest.
July 1, 2006... What could be more Southern than a dainty dessert made with toasted pecans, colorful sweet potatoes, and juicy, ripe pears, all tucked into a buttery pastry shell? This creative concoction is the grand-prize winner in our second annual recipe...

Dish it out.
July 1, 2006... I would like to know how to cook the wonderful Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup that the Grill its Columbus serves. It is my favorite. Mary Jones Columbus CREAMY CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP 1 pound margarine 4 cups yellow onion, diced...

Natural selections: guidebooks provide inspiration for a scenic summer adventure.(HOME PAGES)
July 1, 2006... Many Southern writers, including William Faulkner and Eudora Welty, relied on their natural surroundings to inspire symbolic landscapes and create a sense of place in their fiction. While Faulkner's descriptions of verbena and other Southern...

Where in Mississippi is ... Bassfield? An abandoned railroad line is bringing new live to this south-central town.(SMALL-TOWN SPOTLIGHT)
July 1, 2006... No train has passed through in years, and the tracks are long gone, but the future of the quiet community of Bassfield is still tied to the old rail line that once carried away cotton and other crops. Bassfield was first settled around 1832...

July & August: please call the number following each description to verify dates and times, as events are subject to change.(CALENDAR OF EVENTS)(Calendar)
July 1, 2006... JULY 1 Port Gibson Blues and Cruise Thru History Motorcycle enthusiasts will enjoy a full weekend of entertainment and competition including live music, a fireworks display, a bike show, and games at this 4th annual event at the...

From the last issue.(picture this)
July 1, 2006... This sharp-spired building is Mississippi State University's Hunter Henry Center, home of the school's Alumni Association, External Affairs, and Foundation offices. Dedicated in 2003, the facility also serves as a venue for special events. The...

Can you identify this Mississippi scene?(picture this)
July 1, 2006... If so, enter online at www.mississippimagazine.com. You may also send your answer to picturethis@mismag.com or write to Mississippi Magazine, Attn: Picture This, 5 Lakeland Circle, Jackson, MS 39216. All entries must include name, address,...

Hand crafted: a Brandon-based company changes lives with an innovative prosthetics technology.(MADE IN MISSISSIPPI)
July 1, 2006... For a person who has suffered the loss of a limb, whether congenital or from a trauma, it's tough to overcome the stares from others. A preacher tries to deliver his sermon while knowing his congregation is more focused on his missing arm than...

Come go with me.(ON BEING SOUTHERN)
July 1, 2006... I followed at a slower pace as my two tanned and energetic children scampered across the hot pavement and flung themselves against the door of the fast food restaurant. "Shoes required," read the sign above the door handle. Who, I...