Disc and That in Downtown Starkville is your one stop shop for all things disc golf. Since December 2021, Andy Hunt has shared his passion for disc golf with the Starkville community. Andy realized there were not many stores that sold accessories for disc golf and, with the sport on the rise, thought Starkville was the perfect location for a store dedicated to the sport. Fun fact: Disc and That is one of only three disc golf stores in the … [Read more...]
Featured Shops
Liza Tye & Co.
When you walk into Liza Tye & Company on Highway 12 in Starkville, you see tables stacked high with goodies from all over the state of Mississippi and beyond. The air is filled with the scent of Kitten Britches candles made in Eupora, and soft classical plays through the speakers creating a peaceful environment for shoppers. Liza Tye is a special type of business because it rents space to vendors who sell their items … [Read more...]
Backstage Music
Founded in May 1978, Backstage Music has provided an incredible variety of products and services for Starkville and surrounding areas for over forty years. Storeowners Jim and Allen have a full-line music store and are authorized dealers of hundreds of manufacturers. The store is sure to have everything you need and more. Conveniently located on Highway 12, Backstage Music offers a creative place to get your music gear. Ukuleles, … [Read more...]
Magnolia Hair Studio
Located just off Main Street on South Lafayette, Magnolia Hair Studio is giving Starkville citizens fresh cuts and color six days a week. Magnolia Hair Studio occupies a bright, airy space with exposed wooden beams and rows of stylist chairs. Owner Sarah Dempsey’s love for hairdressing is deep-rooted. “Doing hair has always been a passion of mine, even since high school,” said Dempsey. Dempsey is from Mathiston, Mississippi, and … [Read more...]
Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble on the Mississippi State University campus has you covered with apparel, textbooks, good reads, and more. A fun fact about the establishment is that it has the only escalator in Oktibbeha County! Students have the option of renting or buying new and used textbooks for their classes at MSU. Barnes and Noble also allows students to sell their textbooks back to the store. You can get all of your school supplies and … [Read more...]
The Brush Barn
Savannah Perry and Natasha Thompson at The Brush Barn are thrilled to provide Starkville with a unique painting experience. Perry came to Starkville from Shannon, Mississippi, about ten years ago. Thompson, a native of South Africa, has been in the city for 18 years. The local business owners are stay-at-home moms who met at Starkville Church of Christ. Their shared enjoyment of painting brought them together. The duo started … [Read more...]
J. Parkerson Jewelers
J. Parkerson Jewelers is a unique spot with an array of gorgeous pieces for all tastes. After working at the Jeweler’s Bench for almost 31 years, Jamie Parkerson was presented with the opportunity to open his own business in 2017. J. Parkerson Jewelers offers many services to its customers. From engraving and repairs to appraisals and custom jewelry design, the local business does it all. You will always be treated with the utmost … [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...]
