National Travel and Tourism Week 2022 (May 1-7) spotlights the collective strength of the U.S. travel industry. National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), the annual celebration of the contributions of the U.S. travel industry, will spotlight the critical role that travel will play in driving economic growth and building the path forward through the theme Future of Travel. This year’s theme elevates how the travel industry can restore the … [Read more...]
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5 Ways to Enjoy the Great Outdoors in Starkville
With spring in full bloom and temperatures finally hitting that sweet spot between pleasant and blazing hot, there’s no better time to explore the great outdoors in Starkville. Whether you’re an adventure seeker looking to get lost in the woods, an animal lover hoping to spot wildlife, or a city dweller just longing for a stroll in the sun, there are plenty of ways to fill your outdoor cravings. Here are five ways to enjoy the outdoors in … [Read more...]
Starkville Receives $20,000 Mississippi Hills Heritage Area Grant
The Mississippi Hills Heritage Area Alliance announced today that it awarded a $20,000 grant to the Starkville Convention & Visitors Bureau, a division of The Greater Starkville Development Partnership. The grant funds will be used to develop exhibit space in the lobby of The Partnership office to display artifacts from the four museums housed within Mississippi State University’s Mitchell Memorial Library. "This is an outstanding project … [Read more...]
Parker Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Whether you are looking for a new car, used car, or automotive service for your car, Parker Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram does it all. Their dynamic team serves the drivers throughout Columbus, Ackerman, Aberdeen, and Houston. They are sure to treat their sales and service customers like family. Parker CDJR of Starkville is owned by Mr. Hal Parker. A lifelong bulldog supporter and a member of the State College Board (IHL), Parker knew he wanted to … [Read more...]
Mississippi’s History Town Honors the Civil Rights Movement
During the Civil Rights Movement, the State of Mississippi took a leading role in many of the protests, sit-ins, and marches that positively impacted the course of the country’s history forever. In Starkville specifically, there are several places to learn about the Civil Rights Movement. This Black History Month, take some time to reflect on our country’s history and magnify your knowledge about the Civil Rights Movement at these three … [Read more...]
Coffee and Soups and Baked Goods…Oh my!
As the weather begins to get cooler, and days appear shorter, we are finally experiencing the beginning of winter in Starkville. This change offers us a new season of opportunity, change, growth, and an abundance of delicious soups, hot coffees, and freshly baked goods to keep us cozy! Our local restaurants and cafes get cold weather right every year with their continuously evolving selection of delicious foods, only to be expected of … [Read more...]
Gift Ideas for the Women in Your Life
Starkville may be best known as a football town, but it’s also a hotbed for another favorite weekend activity: shopping! Mississippi’s College Town is home to dozens of great boutiques and locally owned shops that sell everything from the latest fashion trends and home décor to bath products, food items, and handmade crafts. Peruse the streets of Starkville’s cute downtown or venture to one of the city’s many shopping centers. No matter where … [Read more...]
Costume Party
Did you hear the story about that one time that Batman was directing traffic at a Starkville public school? How about when MSU’s Bully Mascot dressed up in a deluxe Captain America outfit for a football game? Unforgettable events like these were all created with the help of Starkville’s premiere costume store, aptly named, Costume Party. The 13-year-old business resides in the College Park Shopping Center on Russell Street and is well … [Read more...]
