Mississippi Magazine articles from July 2007

Mississippi Magazine archives from July 2007

From the editor.(Editorial)
July 1, 2007... Mississippi Magazine introduced me to Mississippi long before I ever moved here. Three years ago my husband and I decided to make a drastic lifestyle change. With two children under the age of four, we were tired of living in large cities...

Mailbox.(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2007... It is with much pleasure and anticipation that I order my usual three-year subscript on to Mississippi Magazine. I have subscribed for many years, and each issue is beautiful and informative. As a fifth-generation Mississippian (now living in...

Crowning achievements.(southern scrapbook)
July 1, 2007... The Miss Mississippi pageant, which celebrates its 50th anniversary in Vicksburg this year, has come a long way from its beginnings in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Conflicting records credit a young lady from north Mississippi as well...

An artistic avenue.(southern scrapbook)
July 1, 2007... Nothing illustrates the cooperative aspect of art better than an art colony. From July 14-20, whet your brush with a diverse palette of eager artists, art enthusiasts, art teachers, and students for seven days of artistic exploration and...

Hair donations make history.(southern scrapbook)
July 1, 2007... When WLBT meteorologist Barbie Bassett challenged viewers to join her in donating eight inches of hair to make wigs for cancer-patients, Mississippi men, women, and children responded en mass. On May 21 at the Mississippi Institute of...

Local flair and flavor.(southern scrapbook)
July 1, 2007... For some people, the Greater Belhaven Market is an eclectic cultural event. For others, it's a great way to find fresh produce and local crafts. Virgi Lindsay, executive director of the Greater Belhaven Foundation, likes to think of the...

Prescription for success.(southern scrapbook)
July 1, 2007... Rural Medical Scholars (RMS) is just the program for the kids who came to school on career day dressed in oversized scrubs with a stethoscope around their neck, proclaiming "I want to be a doctor!" RMS is a five-week program at Mississippi...

Mississippi's coolest safari.(southern scrapbook)
July 1, 2007... With flavors like Chinchilla Vanilla, Cheetah Chip Cookie Dough, and Beary Cherry, the Jackson Zoo prepares to serve up ice cream with animal flair at the 13th annual Ice Cream Safari in August. Guests can choose from more than a dozen...

Fuel efficient.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2007... 1 For ages 3 to 103, the PlasmaCar is pure energy and fun. The only power source required is a turn of the wheel to reach exhilarating, but child-safe speeds. Available in several bright colors for $79.99 at Olde Tyme Commissary, voted the Best...

Cups of life.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2007... 2 The best way to help others is to volunteer for your favorite organization. The Mustard Seed provides a Christian, family-like environment for mentally challenged adults. Residents paint ceramic pieces like these unique goblets, available for...

Fair fare.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2007... 3 Kademi co-owners and designers, Kim Mills and Dawn Lea Chalmers, grew up going to the Neshoba County Fair, voted the Best Fair or Festival. Sport their limited-edition or screen printed tees just for the occasion, $32 and $22. Colorful cookie...

Summer stunners.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2007... 4 Make her summer sizzle with Juniker's, voted Best High-end Jewelry, three-stone fancy yellow diamond ring set in platinum, antique art deco platinum bracelet, or "The Stover" diamond platinum pendant on "The Mount Carmel" diamond platinum...

Guys have it.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2007... 5 Today's casual lifestyle has made denim a staple in men's fashion. Seven for All Mankind jeans are available in several colors: Istanbul, Daytona, New York Dark, and Havana and can be found at The Rogue & Good Company, voted the Best Source...

Eyes have it.(can't Miss)
July 1, 2007... 6 Age Intervention[R] Eyelash Conditioner, a technology breakthrough, can produce a dramatic improvement in the volume, texture, and density of lashes. A (.23-ounce) mascara-style tube with eyeliner brush applicator lasts about six months and...

Inside inspiration: at home with Elizabeth Johnson.(CULTURE CENTER)
July 1, 2007... The Belhaven neighborhood in Jackson is home to some of Mississippi's most beloved artists. The close-knit community and centralized downtown location give it a distinctive air of tradition. One such Belhaven artist is native Jacksonian...

The cream of the crop: collecting painted label bottles can be a refreshing journey.(LOOKING BACK)
July 1, 2007... For the past thirty-seven years I have collected Mississippi painted label soft drunk bottles. I have found them at bottle shows, flea markets, antique malls, garage sales and even some in an old shed at my grandmother's house. (The Mississippi...

Seeds of summer: recipes made with heirloom tomatoes capture the essence of summer.(FOOD)(Recipe)
July 1, 2007... Tomato seeds as a gift. Now that might just make the perfect present for the person who loves to garden, really loves summertime tomatoes, and appreciates a little history. Heirloom tomatoes are quite the chic plant to cultivate these days....

Talents and treasures: readers share easy-to-make and interesting craft ideas.(EASY DOES IT)
July 1, 2007... Since this issue is all about you, our readers, I think it is the perfect time to share some great "Easy Does It' ideas that you have suggested. Many readers have shared interesting ways to make tassels, so when Charla Walker of Clinton...

The farm at serenity hill: a Madison couple finds pure pleasure among the roses on their five acres of heaven.(GARDENING)
July 1, 2007... The professional lives that Anne and Mike Sanders lead are full of appointments, court dates, and client interviews. Anne, an attorney with Brunini, Grantham, Grower, and Hewes in downtown Jackson, and Mike, a federal administrative law judge,...

French quarters: tucked away in a private gated neighborhood, this Ridgeland home combines New Orleans charm with modern sensibility.
July 1, 2007... It's a wonder that visitors ever make it to the front door of Hilda Margaret and Bobby Gill's Heatherstone dwelling, especially in lovely weather. The enclosed entry courtyard, abundantly abloom with a variety of lush plantings and centered by...

Summer at the lake: families flock to Pickwick for water sports, relaxation, reconnecting.
July 1, 2007... Tucked in the northeast corner of Mississippi lies a treasure you wouldn't expect to find in this land of muddy bogs and flood-control reservoirs. This is Pickwick Lake, home to rocky bluffs, towering hardwoods, and deep, sparkling waters...

Out on a limb: imaginations soar to new heights in this multi-level tree house.
July 1, 2007... Every child dreams of a special place to play. For boys, it might be a ramshackle clubhouse with prominently posted "No Girls Allowed" signs. For girls, it could be a secret garden hidden in a maze of shrubs. When Mike and Courtney Patterson...

Birds of a different feather: rare species flock to the Magnolia State.
July 1, 2007... Mississippi is a bird lover's paradise. Rare birds, with names as musical as the songs they sing, flock to the Magnolia state, which is one of the last stops on the Mississippi Flyway--a highway for migrating birds that stretches from Canada to...

Best of Mississippi 2007: readers share their number one picks for dining, shopping, and having fun around the Magnolia State.(City overview)(Cover story)
July 1, 2007... Voters agree there is never a lack of exciting things to do in Mississippi. Our third annual "Best of Mississippi" poll offered 88 categories, including a few new ones, proving this state is anything but boring. From the rolling hills of north...

Taking the cake: enjoy these winning Southern standouts of our third annual reader recipe contest.(Recipe)
July 1, 2007... After preparing and tasting the many recipes submitted by our readers, the difficult decisions have been made, and the results are delicious. Original recipes from all over Mississippi and other states were entered, and we loved the warm...

Dish it out.
July 1, 2007... My husband and I eloped in Natchez in the gazebo on the bluff of the Mississippi River in October of 2003. It was the weekend of the balloon races, and we now go back every year to celebrate our anniversary. We always stay at the beautiful Eola...

Creating a scene: Jackson resident paints a name for himself in the illustrating industry.(HOME PAGES)
July 1, 2007... When Chuck Galey experienced recurring bouts of seasickness riding the choppy waters of the Gulf of Mexico, he decided to change his major. Galey, who was studying oceanography at Mississippi State while working at the Mississippi Gulf Coast...

Where in Mississippi is ... Ripley? Famous for its long-running flea market, this northeast Mississippi city is touting its downtown, too.(SMALL-TOWN SPOTLIGHT)
July 1, 2007... If some places are celebrated for a signature product--like Hershey and its chocolate, Napa and its wines--Ripley, Mississippi, can claim fame for selling just about everything under the sun. Filling the shacks and stalls at its First...

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, 2007... JULY 1 Yazoo City Delta Yazoo Blues Festival At SummerFest Park on Highway 16, families can enjoy live entertainment and great food, as well as compete in family contests and games. In the past, featured artists have been Bobby Rush, Denise...

Picture this.
July 1, 2007... How well do you know your state? If you can correctly identify the location of this religious reflection (left), you'll be entered in a drawing to win our exclusive Mississippi T-shirt. Instructions for entering are below, left. Good...

Right on track: a racecar driver from Ridgeland knows how to take it slow.(MADE IN MISSISSIPPI)
July 1, 2007... When Jim Pace, 46, was growing up in Monticello, all his parents had to do to convince him to complete a chore was pull out the stopwatch. He was constantly trying to beat his own record. These days, he is doing essentially the same thing--but...

Arrowheads and picnics.(ON BEING SOUTHERN)
July 1, 2007... The practice of picnicking might have its origins in seventeenth century France before making its way into nineteenth century America, but like many other traditions, we Southerners have our own interpretation. For instance, one would not...