Mississippi

For all the romanticism a voyage down the Mississippi evokes, cruising the river and exploring its still-wild pockets for pleasure can be fraught—even life-threatening. The few who do such, however, find rewards beyond measure. And learn that by the waterway’s very nature, no two trips are alike

On Sundays, volunteers set the lunch table with crispy egg rolls, saucy pad thai, and rich chicken curry

How @landontalks, a Mississippi art teacher turned internet star, became a noted keeper of Southernisms

From inventive ice cream to old-school cakes, these victors will satisfy your sweet tooth

At the card table, all bets are definitely on

An off-the-grid sanctuary of shifting sand

A new chapter for a ninety-year-old institution

Sunny destinations for zinnias, sunflowers, and more joyful blooms

From indie rock to Appalachian folk, this season’s Southern festival lineup has something for everyone

A ninety-year-old Jackson institution gets a new lease on life

At 78, the Meridian, Mississippi, native proves it’s never too late to chase your dreams

A nostalgic dessert and creativity combine for a modern treat with old-school roots

Plus, tips for nurturing Eudora Welty’s favorite cactus

His name is Lewis, and he’s run onto the field at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium the past two home games. The university landscaping crew brings the theories on his end game.

Exclusive: Stream new recordings “Mockingbird” and “Good Hearted Woman” today, from Etheridge’s forthcoming album, Good Family

Jackson roaster Paul Bonds on finding his passion and turning it into a winning business

Focused on (and in) the field, a party animal off of it, the yellow Lab has captivated fans, charmed recruits, and brought a little bit of cheeky mischief to the sidelines

Spring Street Cigars fuels just the right blend of camaraderie and solitude

After feeling unwelcome in the field, two scientists start a nonprofit to help other historically marginalized or excluded nature lovers

A blueprint for how private timberland owners can save threatened Southern species comes courtesy of a Mississippi forester