Dear Mr. French …
By MARILYN TINNIN • Photos by JOHNNY JENNINGS An Indianola man’s mission to send news from home to World War II soldiers around the world Author Marie Hemphill’s 1980 comprehensive history of Sunflower County, Fevers, Floods, and Faith, describes the “something special” that sets the Delta apart. She attributed its uniqueness to a […]
Let’s Discuss … Landon Bryant
By KELLI WILLIAMS • Photos courtesy of LANDON BRYANT Mississippi-native and social media star talks accidental fame, his love of the Delta, and affection for all things Southern If you’ve come across the account Landon Talks on Instagram or TikTok, it’s likely that his reels resonated with you on some level. Landon Bryant’s […]
Corned Beef 3 Ways
BY CINDY COOPWOOD • PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANNA SATTERFIELD Give your corned beef and cabbage a much-needed update with a few simple tweaks—like roasting the vegetables until crisp—that will make a big difference in this traditional Irish meal. Then, think beyond a Reuben and try these amazing appetizers to take your corned beef leftovers to the […]
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
From apps to drinks to dessert, get your Irish on with these verdant recipes for St. Patrick’s Day! KEY-LIME TARTS Generously topped with bright green citrus curls and lime zest, try this simple hack for a beautiful dessert for any spring event. 1 large, ready-made Key Lime pie 2 cups sweetened whipped cream fresh lime […]
Royalty Check
By JIM BEAUGEZ Keith Johnson, the ‘Prince of the Delta Blues,’ is continuing the legacy of his famous great-uncle—Muddy Waters When your family tree includes one of the most important figures in blues and rock ‘n’ roll history, it’s perfectly fair to call yourself “Prince of the Delta Blues.” It just so happens […]
Travel the Literary Lane
Mississippi’s unmatched literary history sets us apart as an ideal destination for bookworms and aspiring writers from around the world. The Mississippi Writers Trail, managed by the Mississippi Arts Commission, was launched in 2018, and along with it, an updated literary map sponsored by the Mississippi Humanities Council. It clearly shows the vast number of […]
Dog Days
By JIM BEAUGEZ Joe Dera recalls his time as a high-powered music publicist Mississippi has had an outsized influence on Western popular culture thanks to the legacies of the many musicians, artists and personalities who have called the state home. For nearly a century, artists inspired by both the hardships and joys they […]
Update & Renovate
January is a great time to reimagine some of the hardest-working rooms in the house If you are looking for renovation ideas to freshen up some of the most used spaces in your home, the following pages detail projects that are sure to check all the boxes. From a major kitchen overhaul, to […]
Austin Britt
By LEANNA MILLER • Photography by RORY DOYLE Unique creations, clay-covered hands, and a peaceful heart Clarksdale native Austin Britt is grateful the fine art and handcraft of ceramics claimed his creative passion and brought him back home. For this talented professional photographer—specializing in portrait, wedding, and band photography—painter, and former musician in a […]
Cookie Time
By CINDY COOPWOOD • Photography by ANNA SATTERFIELD It’s peak season for cookie baking with cookie swaps, class parties, holiday open houses, church choir receptions, homemade hostess gifts, and guests to feed. Need we say more? We’ve gathered a few recipes that check all the boxes, from simple to fancier—we’ve even thrown in […]