Mississippi Magazine articles from May 2007

Mississippi Magazine archives from May 2007

From the editor.(Editorial)
May 1, 2007... When I lived in New York, I was surprised to find that many of my friends and coworkers had never visited the Statue of Liberty, never peered off the observation deck at the Empire State Building, never watched the Macy's Thanksgiving Day...

Mailbox: I just wanted to take a quick moment to show my appreciation of your magazine.(Letter to the editor)
May 1, 2007... In the March/April issue, Jennifer Moffett hit the nail on the head in "Finding Home," her article on Katrina Cottages. Many articles and interviews have been done, but this one was the most accurate. She also captured true feelings in her...

Touched by an angel.(southern scrapbook)
May 1, 2007... Heavenly light will shine brightly on Jackson as it hosts the only U.S. exhibition of "Between God and Man: Angels in Italian Art" at the Mississippi Museum of Art's new facility beginning June 9. Through the eyes of stars such as Titian...

Singing her praises.(southern scrapbook)
May 1, 2007... "When the Sun Comes Shining Through" Hattiesburg's Reed Green Coliseum on May 5, "Love Will Sweep the Country" as divas Patti LaBelle, Dionne Warwick, and Patti Austin champion "The Magic of Believing" in the United in Song tribute concert...

A little leaf relief.(southern scrapbook)
May 1, 2007... Are your azaleas looking a bit under the weather? Have your snapdragons lost their spark? If you are a Mississippi resident, your plant woes may be at an end. Mississippi State University's state-of-the-art Plant Pathology and Nematology Lab,...

Personalities from the past.(southern scrapbook)
May 1, 2007... Mississippians wondering what life was like before the frantic hustle and bustle of modern living now have the opportunity to find out for themselves, thanks to a new Holly Springs company that invites visitors to experience the colorful...

Reading "Between the Lions".(southern scrapbook)
May 1, 2007... The Barksdale Reading Institute and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting recently announced that they will provide a total of $11 million for two new seasons of the award-winning show "Between the Lions," which inspires children's...

Garden party.(southern scrapbook)
May 1, 2007... The 13th annual tour of the Gardens of Madison County will open wrought-iron gates and tread gentle pathways to uncover the secrets of five unique gardens May 5-6. Showcasing all stages of development, from freshly planted beds to deep-rooted...

1 Well heeled.(can't Miss)
May 1, 2007... 1 After his fanciful shoe creations were featured at a party in our May/June 2005 issue, Keith Winchester of Macon was commissioned by shoe designer Stuart Weitzman to fill his New York store windows. Now back to his roots, Winchester is...

2 Tea time.(can't Miss)
May 1, 2007... 2 Sip in style with colorful individualsized tea infuser pots from HuesNBrews. $19.99. The Keeping Room, 402-B Cynthia St., Clinton; 601/924-1170.

3 Southern cross.(can't Miss)
May 1, 2007... 3 The artists at Spirit Song Studio in Oxford use red clay and unusual glazes to create striking pieces like this flower-embellished cross. $54. Sisters by Design, 506 Brookway Blvd., Brookhaven; 601/833-2542; www.sistersbydesign.com.

4 Tee time.(can't Miss)
May 1, 2007... 4 Cappi Macsherry of "c00pmississippiraised" gives a favorite wardrobe basic a trendy boost with colorful hand-sewn designs and a fitted shape. Long sleeve, $65; sleeveless, $48; other styles available. The Kloset, 5419 Hwy. 25, Ste. O,...

5 Italian accent.(can't Miss)
May 1, 2007... 5 Tutto Mio's "Toscana" line of handpainted dinnerware is inspired by the designer's favorite hilltop village, where the fruits of the vine blend harmoniously with rustic Tuscan architecture. Prices range from $88-$235. Camille's Interior...

Western influence: a Mississippi artist finds unlikely inspiration and success in early Native American-style painting.(CULTURE CENTER)
May 1, 2007... Sometimes life or art can change in an instant. That was the case for Carrollton artist Zona Pilgreen, who was struck by the beauty of early Native American painting on leather and decided immediately she had to learn the technique. "I was...

A day like no other: on a rainy late spring day in 1863, the city of Jackson was overcome by invaders.(LOOKING BACK)
May 1, 2007... Seven score and four years ago, a horde of Northmen bent on death and destruction rode into Jackson cloaked in Lincoln blue. The date of May 14, 1863, is seared into the memories of Jacksonians as the darkest day in the long history of the...

Crazy for cupcakes: the classic childhood treat makes a comeback with sophisticated new flavors.(FOOD)(Recipe)
May 1, 2007... I always thought that the word "cupcake" had a really nice ring to it, be it a bite-sized moment of bliss or a sweet preface to one's name. I asked my friend to call me "cupcake" when he phoned to see if it had the connotation I thought it...

Lee Craven: Madidi, Clarksdale.(mississippi chef profile)(Interview)
May 1, 2007... "The essence of Southern cooking lies in its simplicity--that and its ability to transport you home, no matter how far from there you may wander," says Lee Craven, executive chef at Madidi restaurant in Clarksdale. Madidi, owned by actor Morgan...

Cupcake couture: discover elegant new ways to decorate and display individual-sized delicacies.(EASY DOES IT)
May 1, 2007... Cupcakes evoke such memories. I recall as a child coming home from school many days and finding lovely little cakes topped with pink frosting for me, my brother and sister, and our neighborhood friends. Then there were the ones for special...

Au naturale: the bare necessities for breaking into pure, pesticide-free world of backyard organic gardening.(GARDENING)
May 1, 2007... Ever wanted to change the world but thought you were too small or insignificant to make a difference). Well, push those thoughts aside, because here's your chance to better the world and your body at the same time. Because organic gardening...

Rediscovering a coastal treasure: natural beauty and lively businesses make Ocean Springs a respite for coast residents and a boon to beachside tourism.
May 1, 2007... If Ocean Springs was the Gulf Coast's best-kept secret, the secret is out. Recently four women from Arkansas who were staying at the Beau Rivage Resort in Biloxi called a taxi to take them to the outlet mall in Gulfport. The women were a...

Living with history: a Kosciusko landmark offers its owners a lifestyle that's both past and present perfect.
May 1, 2007... The Lucas-Sides house sits prominently on a large sweeping lawn on North Huntington Street in "old town" Kosciusko, as it has since its completion in 1866. Back then, it fronted directly onto the Natchez Trace, which was moved several hundred...

High time for tea: connoisseurs and newcomers put the brakes on their busy lifestyles to embrace an old-fashioned pastime.
May 1, 2007... Additional afternoon pastime is experiencing a reawakening in the Magnolia State as more and more Mississippians slow down to enjoy teatime with family and friends. Jackson tea enthusiast Charlotte Waller says she enjoys taking tea as a...

A personal retreat: a Grenada garden blooms in family bustle and quiet solitude.
May 1, 2007... Sue Brannan's children and grandchildren are always eager to buy her something pretty for the garden every birthday and Mother's Day. What she really wants is something quite plain. "I always tell them, 'I'd just like a load of...

When pigs fly: uncommon accents give a personal touch to a traditional landscape.
May 1, 2007... "Yeah, when pigs fly... That's when I'll be part of a yard full of yard art," I said to myself a few years ago. Well, pigs actually do fly at the Kosciusko home of Stanley and Beth Hartness. Okay, so they don't actually soar through the sky,...

Color on campus: from the seeds of a family's gift and an artistic vision, a unique garden blossoms in a collegiate setting.
May 1, 2007... A chorus of birds flies overhead, winged shadows superimposed upon the gravel-strewn pathway, as the spring breeze nudges weary students to seek comfort on a gently rocking garden swing. The sounds of a gushing fountain drift from a latticed...

On the wild side: native Mississippi wildflowers are easy-care additions to the home garden.
May 1, 2007... Blooming along roadsides, in fields and wetlands, and on the forest floor, a vast array of wildflowers call Mississippi home. Many of these flowers are quite common and prolific, but some are rare and endangered. From the wooded hills of the...

Hill country springtime.
May 1, 2007... Springtime in north Mississippi does not announce its coming with a bold, brash dash of color. Rather, it sends shy violets to peep from beds of dry leaves as if nature itself is yawning and stretching and waiting. Sleeping earth awakens, and...

Dish it out.
May 1, 2007... Could you please see if you can get the recipe for the Lemon Zest Cake from Archestratus Grill in Clinton? It is fabulous! The cake itself is light and fresh, and the lemon icing balances it out perfectly. If you have never had it, it is worth...

Playing by her own rules: "Good Morning America" co-anchor Robin Roberts talks to Mississippi Magazine about her high-profile career, her inspirational new book, and memories of growing up on the Gulf Coast.(HOME PAGES)
May 1, 2007... Robin Roberts spins around in her desk chair, looking out her Manhattan office windows at views of midtown skyscrapers and the plazas of Lincoln Center. But in her mind, the "Good Morning America" co-host is more than a thousand miles away from...

Where in Mississippi is ... Osyka? This jewel of a town is a hidden treasure on the state's southwestern border.(SMALL-TOWN SPOTLIGHT)
May 1, 2007... It wasn't exactly the California gold rush of 1849, but it was pretty close. When word spread in 1926 that there were diamonds under the earth in little Osyka, amateur prospectors from as far away as Atlanta and Houston boarded trains...

May & June: please call the number following each description to verify dates and times, as events are subject to change.(CALENDAR OF EVENTS)(Calendar)
May 1, 2007... MAY 1 Jackson Samuel Jones' "The Trumpet of the Swan" and Howard Hansen's "Lament for Beowulf" This Thalia Mara Hall performance joins an Old English tale of the epic hero's death with a modern American text drawn from Eudora...

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

All dolled up: a mom on the move makes a name for herself with a line of charming children's clothing.(MADE IN MISSISSIPPI)
May 1, 2007... Thoughts of Natchez typically conjure up images of graceful plantation homes, Southern hospitality, and grand cuisine. Few would associate the city with a multimillion-dollar children's clothing company. The story of this unlikely...

The optimist's house.(ON BEING SOUTHERN)
May 1, 2007... As an English major, watched my share of taped interviews with Eudora Welty. Most interviewers would eventually ask a question about the deeper meaning running through her stories and books. I remember hearing several interviews in which her...

All access: a country home is built with function in mind during a couple's retirement years.(HOMEBUILDING)
May 1, 2007... The "New South is the description offered by one of the builders of the remarkable country home of Ron and Millicent Nicholas. With wide porches, high ceilings, stained-glass panels, hardwood floors, and a stunning fireplace, the house features...

Raising the roof: creativity reigns in the amazing transformation of a 1950s ranch-style home.(REMODELING)
May 1, 2007... All Ann Barron wanted was a new front door. Really. She mentioned to her architect husband Rick that she thought a new front door would change the look of the three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath ranch home in northeast Jackson they'd shared for...

Mississippi meets Manhattan: modern touches and an open feel lend big-city flair to a small-town loft.(DECORATING)
May 1, 2007... The lights of the bustling city pulse and glow outside this downtown loft. Is it Times Square? Not even close. Yet the cosmopolitan feel belies this home's small-town setting. Perched on the south side of the Oxford courthouse square, the...