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7 Reasons to Retire in Starkville

March 21, 2022

Starkville, Mississippi, is the perfect choice if you're looking for just the right place to enjoy your retirement. The smaller population creates a welcoming, friendly, community-focused atmosphere, but the proximity to Mississippi State University means there is always something fun to do. Starkville maintains a nice balance between town and gown as a college town, offering all the advantages of a vibrant business community, attractive … [Read more...]

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Starkville Wins Best Retirement City in Mississippi Award

April 14, 2021

Starkville has been named the best city to retire in Mississippi.  The award is given annually by Insurify. Cities were evaluated on housing affordability, healthcare accessibility, life expectancy, low crime rates, pedestrian and driver safety, and general quality of life. Based on these measures, the highest-scoring community in each state is selected. “Retirees are a vital part of our community and as a certified Mississippi … [Read more...]

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Lights on Lafayette Brighten Downtown Starkville

September 3, 2020

Starkville's Main Street now shines a little brighter thanks to a collaboration between the City of Starkville, Mississippi State University, and the Partnership. Starkville Utilities spent the past few days installing a string light plan that was designed by Mississippi State University's Fred Carl Jr. Small Town Center Director Leah Kemp & Architect Fran Pharis. During the official lighting ceremony Mayor Lynn Spruill said, … [Read more...]

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New Executive Order Effective June 15, 2020 – for the State of Mississippi

June 11, 2020

On June 10, 2020, Governor Tate Reeves issued Executive Order 1496, which goes into effect on June 15, 2020. This order affects restaurants and bars, fitness centers and gyms, outdoor and indoor arenas, and reception halls. [tabby title="Q: What’s in the new executive order?"] A: Changes to the curfew on bars and restaurants as well as changes to fitness centers, gymnasiums, reception halls, and arenas. [tabbyending] [tabby … [Read more...]

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Get Your Starkville: Mississippi’s College Town Zoom Background

May 12, 2020

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Many of us are having virtual meetings these days using Zoom video conferencing. Why not share some of your favorite places in Starkville, Mississippi's College Town on your next video call? Scroll down through this post to see all of the options for virtual Starkville, Mississippi's College Town backgrounds and download your favorite for FREE to use as your Zoom background for your next virtual meeting. Click on an image below to download the … [Read more...]

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Salons, Barber Shops, and Gyms Open May 11 – What Are the Guidelines?

May 10, 2020

Executive Order 1480 will take effect at 8:00 a.m. on Monday May 11th.  The Safer-at-Home order has been extended for two more weeks and additional businesses including barbershops, salons, and gymnasiums will be allowed to reopen. Barber Shops and Salons FAQs [tabby title="Q:  Can I now go to my barber or hair salon?"] A:  Yes, you will be able to go to your barber or hair stylist effective May 11th. [tabbyending] [tabby … [Read more...]

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Remember: A Safe Business is Good for Business

May 6, 2020

On March 14, 2020, Governor Reeves issued a statewide safer-at-home-order. On May 4 2020, Governor Reeves issued a revision to that order that provided guidance to restaurants reopening on May 7, 2020. [tabby title="Q:  What is Executive Order 1477?"] A:  This statewide safer-at-home order, as issued by the Governor, was instituted to provide guidance to restaurants on reopening to the public effective at 8:00am on Thursday May 7, … [Read more...]

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Mississippi’s College Town to be featured on HGTV Pilot of #HammerToTheManor!

November 9, 2018

An 1850s Starkville home is being featured Sunday [Nov. 11] at 1 p.m. in “Hammer to the Manor,” a nationally televised pilot show on HGTV. Located on Worley Street in Mississippi's College Town, the home owned by Brooke and Tom Lammert was recently renovated by locals Austin Shafer and his sister Amanda Shafer Kelley. Austin operates Fry Retool Company in Starkville where he restores axes, vintage tools and cast iron cookware. Amanda offers … [Read more...]

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