Richland Event Brings Some Last Summer Fun Before The School Year
The City of Richland hosted their first major event at the city’s new Parks and Recreation building, The Family Last Blast Summer Party on Saturday. The event was meant to offer a last little bit of summer fun for families in the community before the school year begins later this week. “It’s an excellent opportunity […]
New Stage Broadway Jr. Camp Brings Sister Act Jr. To The Stage
“Sister Act Jr.” is currently being preformed at New Stage Theatre in Jackson after weeks of preparation and instruction during the local theater’s annual Broadway Jr. camp. There are two casts preforming over four days. The “Prefect” cast preformed on Thursday and will preform again on Saturday at 2 pm while the “Fabulous” cast will […]
Freedom Fest Brings Local Churches and Community Together for July 4th Celebration
Crossgates Baptist Church, the City of Brandon, and Hometown Magazines partnered in hosting the first annual Freedom Fest at the Brandon Amphitheater on Wednesday. Guests could enjoy food, bouncy houses, a rock climbing wall, a bike parade, pie eating contests, and a cornhole tournament. There was also a concert featuring patortic tunes and worship music […]
Tomato Festival Ripes For Another Year in Crystal Springs
Thousands gathered at Crystal Springs on Saturday for the town’s annual Tomato Festival. Crystal Springs Mayor Sally Garland is excited to see “The Tomatopolis of the World” come together and take a sense of ownership over their town’s tomato heritage. “Our citizens decorate their houses and hang tomatoes on their doors. So, there is a […]
Generations of Memories at Annual Reservoir Event
Old Trace Park has been home to 43 years of memories from local communities attending the annual tradition of Pepsi Pops. Mei-Chi Piletz and her husband John have been attended the event frequently over the decades. With this year falling on Mother’s Day weekend, the couple were brought back to a special moment shared with […]
Museum of Natural Science Rings In 2024 Early with Balloon Drop
The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science rang in the New Year with a balloon drop one day early on Saturday. Families, in glow in the dark attire, arrived at 6 pm for a night of experiments, games, refreshments and nocturnal animal encounters. Towards the end of the evening, guests gathered for a balloon drop counting […]
Byram PD Brings Community Together Just in Time for Christmas
Byram Police Department hosted their first “Christmas with the Cops” event at Byram City Hall on Thursday. The goal was to unite and further build a connection with the community that they are committed to serve and protect. “We have focus alot on connecting with our youth this year,” Byram Police Chief David Erringtion said. […]
Jackson homeless ministry holds Christmas festival at Mississippi Trade Mart
Wingard Home, a Christian homeless ministry in Jackson, hosted their 34th annual “Happy Birthday, Jesus” Christmas Festival at the MS Trade Mart on Saturday. More than 200 children from 65 families, known as Little Lambs, were sponsored and given a meal, games, crafts, gifts, and a gospel message from the Christmas story in Luke 2. […]
New Stage Theatre Performs “Elf: The Musical” Amid Film’s 20th Anniversary
“Elf: The Musical” is now playing at New Stage Theatre in Jackson. The musical premiered on Broadway in 2010 and is inspired by the 2003 comedy film, “Elf” which celebrated its 20th anniversary last month. Over 20 actors were on stage and a dozen crew members backstage came together over an 18 day rehearsal process to […]
Magic of Lights Returns to Brandon Amphitheater
The Magic of Lights has returned to the Brandon Amphitheater with the all new Christmas village as well as the fan favorite show from last year. After the success of last year, updates were made to the attraction to ensure it’s longevity as an annual holiday tradition. “We improved parking,” said Brandon Mayor, Butch Lee. […]