Mississippi Magazine articles from September 2007

Mississippi Magazine archives from September 2007

25 years.(editor's note)
September 1, 2007... First of all, thank you. Thank you for all the generous and heartfelt letters, emails, and phone calls welcoming me to the magazine and to Mississippi. In a day and age with so many pulls on our time and energy, I appreciate the effort it takes...

My favorite fall find.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Who doesn't remember the excitement of getting a new back-to-school lunchbox? This year, my son chose a lunchbox in the shape of a car and my daughter, after a long and thoughtful deliberation, chose Hello Kitty....

Mailbox.(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] On behalf of the Mississippi Gulf Coast hospitality community, I am writing to thank writer Jennifer Moffett for her excellent piece "Rediscovering a Coastal Treasure," which appeared in the May/June 2007 issue. As...

Corrections to the July/August 2007 issue.(mailbox)(Correction notice)
September 1, 2007... The restaurant that inspired Martha Ottaway's winning entree, Broiled Blackened Salmon is Stephen's In our Can't Miss section, the correct phone number for Kademi is 601.656.5400 or 1.888.4kademi. In "French Quarters" feature,...

Best attraction for kids: The Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, Gulfport.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Best attraction for kids: The Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, Gulfport It's no surprise Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, voted Mississippi Magazine's Best Attraction for Kids, is one of the nation's Top 50...

Candy pickels?(southern scrapbook: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Dessert dills? Koolickles? Call it what you like, but the staff here at Mississippi Magazine had never heard of Kool-Aid pickles until the national press was all abuzz about them. The predictably sour, but...

In a league of their own.(southern scrapbook: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... Paul and Mandy Rogers never thought they would be in the same company of athletic greats like NASCAR racer Kyle Petty, all-star baseball hitter Edgar Martinez, and NBA player Dikembe Mutombo. But USA Weekend and World Sports Humanitarian...

TelCom Center monument to Jackson's renaissance.(southern scrapbook: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Downtown Jackson's Mississippi Telecommunications & Conference Center is a modern architecture marvel. Located on Farish Street, the TelCom Center, which opened in January 2007, recently received awards from the...

Best in the U.S.(southern scrapbook: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... Madison, Ridgeland, and Olive Branch are three reasons to call Mississippi home. The cities were chosen as some of the best places to live in America. Family Circle magazine lists Madison in their "Top Ten Towns for Families." Madison's...

I don't take (fame) seriously.(southern scrapbook: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... I don't take (fame) seriously. It's nice to be noticed and interviewed, but a year from now, it will probably all go away. --John Grisham, "Mississippi's Best-Selling Attorney" Mississippi Magazine, September/October 1991

Dorm room design.(southern scrapbook: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... When Woody Yeomans of Atlanta arrived last August to move her daughter Taylor, an incoming freshman, into her first dorm room on the eighth floor of Crosby Hall at the University of Mississippi, she was amazed at the beautifully decorated...

Festival of Swans celebrates the arts in Hattiesburg.(southern scrapbook: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... Inspired by the internationally revered "Cows on Parade" of Bern, Switzerland, Hattiesburg's "Festival of Swans" unites the community through programs and events that give a whimsical nod to the beautiful swan. "With 63 swan sculptures...

Young talent survives, new art thrives.(southern scrapbook: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... Dishes salvaged from the dining hall of the University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Coast campus after Hurricane Katrina took on new life when students from Long Beach schools transformed the dinnerware into remarkable pieces of art. The...

Faith, Tim, and Love.(southern scrapbook: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In early June, Star native Faith Hill and husband Tim McGraw were named among eight new ambassadors for the Cartier LOVE bracelet. An over 30-year tradition with Cartier, the bracelets benefit charities represented...

Crown jewels.(can't miss: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Jalin Wood, former Miss Mississippi 2004 and Miss Mississippi USA 2007, has launched a jewelry line fit for a queen. Featured (left) is a freshwater pearl necklace glitzed with Swarovski crystals and adorned with a...

For the gourmutt.(can't miss: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... Dogs need more than just love and affection; they also need a healthy diet. MaxRiley, The Doggie Bakery bakes healthy treats for canines. The menu has a variety of cookies, muffins, biscuits, gravies and other doggie food without preservatives,...

It's fall y'all.(can't miss: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... Decorate your door or your dining room table with these fabulous fall finds from The Olive Branch in Clinton. Wall plaque, $32.50; large acorns, $6.50; small acorns, $4.50. The Olive Branch, 507-D Springridge Road, Clinton; 601.924.7684;...

Downhome delights.(can't miss: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... Canning your own food seems to be a thing of the past, but thanks to Betty Girling, the lost art of canning is still alive with her line of jarred goodies, Betty's Gourmet Delights. Her family's old Sicilian Italian recipes, like Artichoke...

Pillow talk.(can't miss: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... Natural colors, hand-printed patterns, durable fabrics, and feather-and-duck-down-stuffing are the unique qualities that make Hable Construction pillows, a textile design company started by Ole Miss Alum Katharine Hable and her sister, an...

The Emeril coast: Emeril Lagasse's new Gulfport restaurant: stirs up excitement with its signature "Coastal Creole" cuisine.(spotlight: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] In my "dream restaurant," the atmosphere is romantic yet lively, elegant but never stuffy, with sweeping views of the ocean glistening under a falling sun. The professional staff makes me feel like I'm their only...

Patty's pick.(spotlight: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PUMPKIN PIE 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin 3 eggs, beaten 1 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoons cloves 1/4 teaspoon ginger 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk 2 (9-inch) pie...

Country pumpkins.(made in mississippi: mississippi matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Six years ago, when Dwight and Jean Colson received a sack of seeds from Kentucky, they did not realize they would eventually become the providers of the ultimate experience in the search for the Great Pumpkin....

Comparing apples to apples.(food: home matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] i believe Betty probably had it right. There is something regal and wholesome about America's favorite fruit--the apple. Apple trees have been prized for their fruit by all cultures. The ancient Romans cultivated...

Dish it out.(home matters)
September 1, 2007... Dear Mississippi Magazine, My favorite meal in the whole world is Sal & Mookie's fettuccine alfredo. My mommy's alfredo doesn't taste very good, so could you get the recipe for her? Abigail Bowman, age 6 Jackson FETTUCCINE...

Curtain call: want to dress up your drapes? Take a look at how some Mississippi designers are treating their windows.(design lesson: home matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Acid lime silk by John Hutton Textiles with lead edge embroidered in a quote from the children's book The Little Prince that reads "It is only with the heart that one can see rightly, what is essential is invisible...

Mum's the word: here's a secret. This favorite fall flower is much more than a haystack sidekick.(gardening: home matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] A long with falling leaves and carved pumpkins, one of autumn's most indelible images is that of blooming golden chrysanthemums perched on a front porch. For years, homeowners have sought this faithful old flower to...

Down on the farm: a Bolton family farm faces the future.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] in this age of modern technology, it's hard to imagine anybody operating a family farm. But one look at the Gaddis Farms in Bolton, Mississippi, dispels any notion that the family farm is a thing of the past. Using...

Family fall fun: Meridian neighborhood party celebrates autumn.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Brown burlap and orange gingham ribbons, candy-coated pretzels and popcorn balls, and the tantalizing aroma of rich simmering chili set the stage for the festive fall party hosted by Stacy and Andy Davis in Meridian....

When it rains it pours a katrina shower: family and friends throw a housewarming party for a Hurricane Katrina survivor.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Everybody agrees it was Heyward's idea. Rather than a fundraiser for Gisela (GEE-su-la) Perry, who lost her Pass Christian home in Hurricane Katrina, Heyward Hodges thought there should be a shower for her to replace...

Reflections.(25 years)
September 1, 2007... Take a look at some people from our past and present who have helped shape the pages of Mississippi Magazine. These pages are valuable images of people of the Magnolia State, our culture, our homes, our heritage, and our hopes. We are truly a...

25 ways Mississippi has made its mark: what would the world do without Mississippi.
September 1, 2007... 1 world class athletic surfaces, leland Watch an NFL game this fall, and you will probably sea a little bit of Mississippi painted on the field. World Class Athletic Surfaces is headquartered in the tiny Delta town of Leland, but the...

25 rooms: timeless designs.
September 1, 2007... There's no place like home. And that is especially true in Mississippi. So we are celebrating 25 years of inspiration and style by looking at some of the homes that have graced our pages over the years. From Contemporary to French Country,...

25 state secrets.
September 1, 2007... Whether you are native or new to Mississippi, Mississippi Off the Beaten Path, written by Marlo Carter Kirkpatrick of Madison, is a must-have reference guide. The book will guide you through the state's diverse geography and its uncommon...

25 ideas: easy does it.
September 1, 2007... I have been asked many times, "How did you start writing the Easy Does It articles for Mississippi Magazine?" Easy Does It began in 1993 when I was editing the magazine as an interim editor for Ann Becker who was on maternity leave. As things...

Our passport to summer fun was a big hit!
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Readers helped us celebrate our 25th anniversary this summer by exploring 25 of the Magnolia State's top attractions. Here are some of our favorite photos submitted by readers. Congratulations to nine-year-old Jack...

MirBo's.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MoM & daughter both agree this hip and unique boutique is a great place to find the perfect outfit for the homecoming dance or a night out on the town. MirBo's can update your favorite pair of jeans with a top by...

B.Liles Studio.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Elegant southern styling that sets you apart. Our materials are without comparison, our craftsmanship is unrivaled, and our service is unequaled. Completely handmade by Mississippi artisans. Goldsmith *...

Steve's on the Square.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Since 1983 people have found Steve's on the Square to be a shopping destination. We continue to change with the times-as evidenced by our product mix. We carry The North Face, Patagonia, Mountain Hard Wear, Sperry...

Bayou Belle.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... The Bayou Belle was established almost 20 years ago to bring a selection of exciting casual updated affordable wear to the coast. This boutique has evolved to fit the needs of it's clients sizes 2-16. With lines such as Curio, Cabo, Alberto...

Fringe.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... Since opening over 4 years ago, Fringe has been helping women on the Gulf Coast find that perfect outfit for any occasion, while also offering gifts and accessories. This past April, Fringe moved to a larger location in Courthouse Station in...

Steven McB's.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... Steven McB's, chosen as Mississippi's 2007 Best Source for the Well-Dressed Woman, is not only unique to Hattiesburg, but unique to the total shopping experience. At Steven McB's you can be confident in receiving the service you would expect...

Pattino's.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pump up your style at Pattino, where you'll find the latest trends in shoes, accessories, handbags and apparel for every occasion. Pattino carries all the essentials for a professional daytime look as well as an...

Bella Vita.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Located in the heart of historic downtown Tupelo, Bella Vita is a hidden jewel. Whether your searching for a unique gift or simply wanting to treat yourself, Bella Vita's wide selection of gifts for the home and body...

Beauty Motif.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rediscover Historic Downtown Tupelo! If you hate the look and feel of traditional makeup, but want to cover your imperfections, rosacea or other skin conditions, join the other 7 million women who swear by their...

Tummies Maternity.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... Don't change your style just because you're dressing for two. Tummies Maternity allows you to maintain your own personal style during your pregnancy. Our style is contemporary, fresh, fun, trendy, stylish, simple, and most of all comfortable....

Alex and Lele.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... The unique aspect of Alex & Lele is that most of their pieces are one of a kind and all of them are designed and handmade by the designers. Alexandra and Leslie collect vintage findings to give their pieces a vintage charm with a modern style....

Joycey Baby.(Fashion SHOWCASE)
September 1, 2007... Fabulous fashionistas know that Joycey Baby Ladies' Shoe Boutique has gorgeous shoes of all styles, from chic athleisure looks to stunning heels. Our lines include Max Azria, Charles David, Via Spiga, Lacoste, Donald J. Pliner, Anne Klein New...

Fiddling around: for 12-year-old musician Ruby Jane Smith, life may be a highway, but Columbus is home.(culture center: heritage matters)
September 1, 2007... A petite figure with long brown hair and a wide smile takes the stage. She lifts her fiddle and bow to play, and it isn't long before the audience is mesmerized by her winding rhythms and contagious energy. Steady clapping ensues as she...

New stage for new talent.(culture center: heritage matters)
September 1, 2007... Haley Seller, 13, of Vicksburg, named her character Winnie Winifred. Justis Gibbs, 11, chose Samuel Smurf for his character. Not your typical names--but "The Pirates of Penzance, Jr." was not your typical production. Character names were...

Her Vanishing Delta.(culture center: heritage matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "I think that you ought to leave a place so you can fully appreciate it," photographer Debra Ferguson says. Ferguson grew up in the Mississippi Delta town of Skene, attended Delta State University, and worked for The...

Honoring a native daughter: Gulfport-born poet Natasha Trethewey revisits history to honor forgotten soldiers and elegize her own buried past in her Pulitzer Prize-winning book of poems Native Guard.(home pages: heritage matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] When Natasha Trethewey spent Fourth of July holidays as a child playing on Ship Island's bright, sandy beaches, she never realized that just off the island an unmarked Civil War cemetery lay submerged under the...

Katrina: Mississippi Women Remember.(home pages: heritage matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Katrina: Mississippi Women Remember Photography by Melody Golding; written by members of the Mississippi State Committee of the National Museum of Women in the Arts; edited by Sally Pfister Hardcover, $32.00....

High Cotton: Four Seasons in the Mississippi Delta.(home pages: heritage matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] High Cotton: Four Seasons in the Mississippi Delta By Gerard Helferich. Hardcover, $25.00. Counterpoint, www.ccounterpointpress.com. Ever since King Cotton pervaded the Mississippi Delta in the mid-1800s,...

Simply Salads.(home pages: heritage matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Simply Salads By Jennifer Chandler; photography by Langdon Clay Hardcover, $24.99. Rutledge Hill Press, www.rutledgehillpress.com The days of washing, drying, and cutting lettuce by hand are long gone with...

Merriment and memories on the midway: The Mississippi State Fair.(looking back: heritage matters)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Mississippi State Fair, dressed in a bright, festive atmosphere of multi-colored waving flags, fluttering pennants, and filled with the cries of carnival barkers hawking their games of chance, welcomed an opening...

September events.(calendar: heritage matters)(Calendar)
September 1, 2007... SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER, EVERY SATURDAY Jackson Greater Belhaven Market This open air market is home to a community of local farmers, specialty food producers, artisans, and craftspeople. Many vendors are Craftsmen's Guild members....

October events.(calendar: heritage matters)(Calendar)
September 1, 2007... October 1-31 Hernando Cedar Hill Farm Pich-Your-Own Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maize Cedar Hill Farm has a petting zoo, pony rides, "Hay Fort", "Chicken Show," and hayrides open to the public. Monday through Friday from 10 am.-2 p.m.,...

Picture this.(picture this: heritage matters)
September 1, 2007... How well do you know your state? If you can correctly identify this "old brick" structure (left), you'll be entered in a drawing to win our exclusive Mississippi T-shirt. Instructions for entering are below, left Good luck! FROM...

Reflections.(picture this: heritage matters)
September 1, 2007... Several Mississippi Magazine readers wrote in response to the last photograph, sharing their memories of the chapel at Grand Gulf Military Park. Here are some of their responses: The Gothic structure in the reflection is the church building...

Homecoming.(on being southern: heritage matters)
September 1, 2007... When I'm home in Mississippi my dreams are more plentiful and more vivid than when I sleep anywhere else--my real home. It doesn't take much to bring the place, and those years, to mind--the smell of honeysuckle on a sunny afternoon, the sound...

Collegiate camo.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Babies won't blend in with these Realtree camouflage overalls. Let them show their school spirit with their future alma mater embroidered on the front pocket. SEC school logos include Alabama, Auburn, LSU,...

Made for walkin'.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Slip on a pair of these stylish vintage-finished, leopard-print cowboy boots when cooler temperatures hit the Magnolia State. But on second thought, why wait for a chill in the air? The custom designs make these...

Serving in style.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... You'll score big with these tailgating treasures handpainted in your favorite team colors and napkins imprinted with team logos. Tray, $24.95. Imprinted napkins, $6.95 for 20. Ice bucket, $24.95. Apple Annie's Gifts, 106 Autumn Ridge Place,...

Vintage wear.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... T-shirts from the Retro Sport Heisman Collection may look like collegiate attire from the 1970s, but they're even better than old hand-me-downs. Genuine vintage-style, guaranteed quality, and certified by Reebok International, these tees come...

Field munchies.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These camouflaged snacks are guaranteed to disappear. Wheeler's Field Gear Pecans are another delicious treat from the Indianola Pecan House. Roasted Pecans, Praline Pecans, and Southern Trash are some of the flavors...

Easy rider.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... Enjoy the freedom of the open road in this 2007 Suzuki Boulevard. With aggressive styling and technology, the Boulevard M109R provides a radical combination of cruiser styling and high-performance capabilities. Prices start at $11,399....

Stadium treat.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... Rally your team with tasty cakes made with this stadium bundt cake pan. Grab one and start baking before the clock runs out. Made of cast aluminum, the pan's nonstick surface will turn out winning cakes every time. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Moooove your feet.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Lend a rustic touch to any room with this small steer hide stool, the perfect companion to any chair. Its 24" diameter lives large in even the tightest quarters. $495. At West End, Raymond. 866.981.0647;...

Weekend warrior.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... When you want to put a little weekend into your week, an E-Z-GO will set you free. As shown $6,995. Ben Nelson Golf & Utility Vehicles, 401 Country Place Parkway, Pearl; 601.664.7117; www.bennelsongolfcars.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Talk Football.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BY ALICE NICHOLAS PAPERBACK, 814.99 PECAN ROW PRESS Ladies, you know when a touchdown happens, but for any other important play in a football game, you probably take your cue to clap and cheer from the spectators...

Where Football is King: A History of the SEC.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BY CHRISTOPHER J. WALSH HARDCOVER, $26.95 TAYLOR TRADE PUBLISHING Autumn arrives and the one thing that rules the land, especially in the Southeast, is football. The region's love of the gridiron is recounted in...

Twice Told Tombigbee Tales.(Can't MISS)
September 1, 2007... BY MICHAEL P. MILLS HARDCOVER, $20 BENCH CHIEF PAPERS Twice Told Tombigbee Tales by Michael P. Mills is Southern storytelling at its best. Blessed with the knack for observation, Mills, a U. S. District Court judge in Oxford, tells...

Gameday guide: university chiefs throw football parties in style.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The University of Southern Mississippi may have a woman at its helm for the first time in its nearly 100-year history, but Golden Eagle football fans can rest assured she'll be shouting "To the Top!" with the best of...

Swing fever: a hit list of Magnolia State golf course invites sporting travelers to find their own sweet spot.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The grass isn't always greener on faraway fairways. Though other states' golfing destinations may attract big headlines, the recently revamped Magnolia Golf Trail promises championship-quality play and magnificent...

Tailgating table: win or lose, food and fellowship make the day.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The team may be on fire--or just burning up your post-season hopes. Either way, Mississippi's football fans know how to make a party out of fall's favorite sport. We pack our pop-up tents, fill our rolling ice...

A trip down memory lane to LeFleur's restaurant.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] At Mississippi Magazine we receive many requests for recipes, but when I read this particular letter I could faintly hear "Hotty Toddy" and cowbells ringing in the distance. This letter transported me back in time to...

Providence Hill: a pleasure ground for a Jackson family and many fortunate visitors.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Brigadoon. Camelot. Burgundy region of France. Bluegrass splendor of Kentucky. All these places, imagined and real, have been mentioned in reference to Mississippi's premier equestrian facility and nature preserve,...

My South: a celebration of Southern art, music, literature, and food.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It was a clear, warm night in early May, and the fresh scent of newly mown grass perfumed the air. The drive to Providence Hill Farm in Flora was peaceful as the late spring twilight settled over the fields. But it...

Hunting dove and honoring tradition: Six Shooter Land and Timber LLC draws young and old for opening season.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Six Shooter Land and Timber Lodge in Drew erupts in activity on opening weekend of dove season. The seven members and their families invite a multitude of friends to hunt dove, visit among the pecan trees, and...

Fruits of the hunt.
September 1, 2007... In the South, hunting memories and traditions are passed down from one generation to the next. My family is no exception. I grew up in Clinton surrounded by the love of the great outdoors, where for generations game not only had been hunted for...

The boy from kill the cat: Mississippi roots meet the Amazon.(ON BEING SOUTHERN)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Not a single piranha that day, not even a bite. So I was happily distracted from my piscatorial misfortune by friends asking, "Jose, how's your family in Mississippi?" You see, despite the confusion about my name,...