A Mississippi educator and pastor with a passion for teaching has helped develop a Memphis-area School called Promise Academy.
Video Story: Ashland native mentors educators as leader of Promise Academy
Video Story: A Day in the life of an Ole Miss cheerleader
Although the life of a normal college student seems crazy and hectic, it doesn’t compare to the life of an Ole Miss cheerleader.
Video Story: Tunica native says life is about what you have, not what’s lost
Tunica native Madysen Acey, 21, is a University of Mississippi student electrocuted at age 10 who lost half of her arm, endured a painful recovery and now has a remarkable story. With surfer Bethany Hamilton as her biggest inspiration, Acey has learned how to live life to the fullest.
Video Story – Victoria resident journeys to find career fulfillment
Life is constantly changing. Nothing is certain, and nothing remains permanent. Megan Slattery’s personal life and career path reflect this.
Video Story: Laurel artist leads colorful life
Laurel, Mississippi resident Tori Geiger discovered art as a way of expressing herself when she was a senior in high school.
Video Story: Southaven coffee shop owner helps fight sex trafficking
A Southaven business owner uses proceeds from some coffee sales to fund an organization that fights sex trafficking.
Video Story: Square Magazine is one way to get involved on campus
Not knowing a soul and having classes online may cause some to wonder how they can make friends or get involved with campus organizations in a safe way. These were my concerns when I moved to Oxford during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.
Video Story: Mosco becomes second-generation farmer in the Mississippi Delta
Jacob Mosco is a second-generation farmer in the Mississippi Delta, who spends most of his time planning for his future in the agricultural industry. When he is not attending class at Mississippi State University, you can usually find him in the field.
Dreams Change: Nashville performer follows her heart into education career
When you’re talented, you are noticed, and it’s happened to Memphis vocal director more than once.
Birmingham native works to D-Clutter Oxford and UM
Delia Vandevelde, 21, knows a cluttered space sometimes means a cluttered mind. As the owner of the new organizing business D-Clutter by Delia, she wants to eliminate stress and help create a positive mental mindset while transforming spaces.
Famous grandmother inspired emerging Nashville artist and designer
It can be challenging for some to forge their own identity in the shadow of a famous relative, but one Nashville artist and designer is defining herself through fashion and art.
Pandemic hasn’t stopped Core Fitness Oxford business owners
While COVID-19 has caused problems for some businesses, others have opened during the pandemic. The local fitness scene continues to grow with a new Pilates studio and retail store, Core Fitness Oxford, that opened June 8 off South Lamar Boulevard next to First Watch and Marco’s Pizza.
When times call for innovation, one Louisiana artist is growing Swamp Sprouts
Before COVID-19 abruptly paused the music scene, Tristen Rolling was working in marketing for Winter Circle Productions in New Orleans. She never planned to start an art business until her family and friends suggested it. That led to the creation of Swamp Sprouts.
Former sports editor and wife open The Vine in Greenwood
Throughout Mississippi, Southern hospitality is shown in many ways. However, in the Mississippi Delta, it’s often demonstrated through food. Bill Burrus, 51, a Greenwood native and former sports journalist, has started a new occupation as a restaurant owner.
Memphis artist paints the town and pets
Natalie Cooper, an up-and-coming Memphis artist, is gaining popularity for her custom acrylic pet portraits and pop art Memphis collages. Cooper strives to bring happiness through her paintings and create personal connections with customers.
Columns: COVID-19 gets real when your mother works in healthcare
My mother works as a nurse navigator for a north Georgia hospital. Every day, she is calling patients and revealing to them their coronavirus test results, comforting those who are positive and celebrating with those who are negative.
OXFORD STORIES 