Columns

Let the Fall Comfort Food Commence!

FALL COMFORT FOOD--- Nothing says “comfort food” like a big dish of steaming hot spaghetti and meatballs. It’s fall, a sign that we can begin dreaming of cozy evenings gathered around the table filled with hot...

October 7, 2023 · Kara Kimbrough

Terry Headlight News

As was stated in last week’s column, here is the sample ballot for the 2 precincts in Terry. Sample ballot for Terry 1 (T1) and Terry 2 (T2) Vote for one candidate: GOVERNOR -Gwendolyn Gray (I) -Brandon Presley (D)...

October 7, 2023 · Terry P. Johnson

Felder’s Fish Pond

I just accidently killed the new fish in my favorite water garden, to my sad chagrin. Over the years I have created several water gardens, from mom’s huge one to my home-made birdbaths which I consider water features...

October 6, 2023 · Felder Rushing

Terry Headlight News

The Town of Terry and The James Foster Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will present “Ringing the Bells Across America” to celebrate Constitution Week at Terry City Hall at 2:30 p. m. on Sunday,...

September 18, 2023 · Terry P. Johnson

From the Pastor’s Pen: “Years Ago...” (Psalm 78:4)

“We will not hide them from their children, but tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the LORD, and his might, and the wonders that he has done.” (Psalm 78:4) 195 years ago, Jackson was a dream,...

September 17, 2023 · Zachery Byrd

Must-Haves For Tailgating... Or Just Enjoying Fall

BOAT DIP--- At least a few variations of this delicious dip have been around for awhile. Even so, “Viral Boat Dip” is enjoying a revival right now, thanks in part to social media. Finally... fall is on the horizon!...

September 16, 2023 · Kara Kimbrough

Felder’s Colorful Kale

Time to move on. Thin past dragging hoses, and plan, if not actually plant, for the next season. I’m starting to push through the chore of cleaning up the summer’s frustrations, and setting out spring bulbs topped...

September 15, 2023 · Felder Rushing

From the Pastor’s Pen: “Lamb’s book of life...” (Revelation 21:27)

“But nothing unclean will ever enter it, nor anyone who does what is detestable or false, but only those who are written in the Lamb’s book of life.” (Revelation 21:27) Within our theology, Christians have...

September 3, 2023 · Zachery Byrd

‘Leave The Grill Outdoors’ Not The Best Labor Day Hack; I Have Better Ones

The internet is full of tips and tricks to create an enjoyable Labor Day weekend barbecue. Most that I read made sense, but this took the cake for nonsensical advice, especially here in the Deep South where we...

September 3, 2023 · Kara Kimbrough

Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum

There’s a hidden little public garden in Jackson showcasing herbs and flowers that can take any weather thrown their way. I’ve been keen my entire career on promoting durable, multi-use garden plants, especially...

August 30, 2023 · Felder Rushing

From the Pastor’s Pen: “The Lords Table...” (Matthew 26:29)

“I tell you I will not drink again of this fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.” (Matthew 26:29) On the night when Jesus was betrayed, He prepared a meal. This meal...

August 20, 2023 · Zachery Byrd

Felder’s Garden Tips

What is the most bottom-line advice for reducing garden chores and helping our beloved gardens survive bad weather, bugs and blights? Over the past forty-plus years of writing weekly gardening columns, my overarching...

August 19, 2023 · Felder Rushing

Terry Headlight News

Last Tuesday evening, I learned that Democratic candidate Malcolm Johnson was in second place in the election of Hinds County Supervisor, District Five. However, before I retired for bed (after a LONG day of poll...

August 18, 2023 · Terry P. Johnson

Homemade Desserts Are a Dying Art; Here Are a Few Relics

Receiving emails from readers asking for restaurant recommendations is a regular occurrence. Requests with questions like, “What are the best seafood restaurants on the Gulf Coast,” or “While visiting the Jackson...

August 16, 2023 · Kara Kimbrough

What’s old is inevitably new again, even in the food world

BUTTERSCOTCH COOKIES---8-Minute Butterscotch Refrigerator Cookies are just as popular (and good) today as they were in the 1930’s. Here’s a little-known fact - many of the recipes we use today -or at least...

July 31, 2023 · Kara Kimbrough

From the Pastor’s Pen: “Worship...” (Hebrews 10:24-25)

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.”...

July 30, 2023 · Zachery Byrd

Felder’s Wildflowers

Gonna join some other garden trend-watchers on a limb here, about a compromise between once-competing garden designs. Fashionistas and naturalists are learning to get along. I see it while horti-surfing through botanic...

July 30, 2023 · Felder Rushing

Armchair Ponderings Could this be a winning ticket?

The closer we come to election primaries the more in doubt will the candidates be. I watched some of the Robert Kennedy, Jr.’s excoriation by most of his party members as they attempted to eliminate him from a...

July 29, 2023 · Guy Geller

Terry Headlight News

Can you believe that this Sunday will be the last Sunday of July? Suggested scriptural readings for this weekend are Genesis 29:15-28 (Jacob is tricked.), 1 Kings 3:5-12 (Solomon asks for wisdom.), Psalm 105:1-11, 45b...

July 29, 2023 · Terry P. Johnson

Felder’s Summer Gardening

When it comes to plowing through adverse gardening conditions, of which Mississippi has its share, it’s never too late to try, try again. I have some easy tips for getting more out of right now, without hurting...

July 25, 2023 · Felder Rushing

Terry Headlight News

This announcement has been released by the Jackson/Hinds Library System from Director Floyd Council: “Now that Summer Reading has ended, in advance of back-to-school, we are happy to announce that JHLS is ready to...

July 24, 2023 · Terry P. Johnson

Create a “To Do” List, One Mississippi Attraction at a Time

Last week I was perusing one of the few remaining bookstores (don’t get me started on the impracticality of ordering books online without at least holding it in my hands, thumbing through a few pages and deciding for...

July 19, 2023 · Kara Kimbrough

Terry Headlight News

July has arrived in Hinds County, but it has felt for the last seven days that “the dog days of August” have arrived early! The “Dog Days” of summer are from July 3 to August 11 each year. They’re usually the...

July 5, 2023 · Terry P. Johnson

Here’s What I’m Loving in Summer ‘23

It’s hard to believe, but half of 2023 has slipped away. The halfway point is a good time to reflect on the food and travel-related items are on my favorites list. So, without further ado… Here’s what I’m...

July 3, 2023 · Kara Kimbrough