With the weather cooling down, we are getting in the fall spirit here in StarkVegas! There are so many ways to enjoy the nice weather and all that comes with it in Mississippi’s College Town. Tailgate and Attend a Home MSU Football Game Fall and football go hand in hand, and as Mississippi’s College Town we take that pretty seriously! Enjoy all that a gameday has to offer in Starkville before and after time spent in Davis Wade … [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...]
NutriGroove
Local business owner, Hannah Baird, is serving up sweet and nutritious at NutriGroove in Starkville. Growing up, Baird was just as much a Starkville native as that of her hometown, West Point. At the age of 16, Baird graduated and went on to Mississippi University for Women to pursue a degree in accounting. The ambitious entrepreneur received her bachelor’s but could not see herself doing this long term. A few years ago, Baird … [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...]
Come ‘Sale’ Away in Mississippi’s College Town
Fall is in the air! Join Starkville Main Street Association as they host another Sales and Ales event presented by Bank of Commerce on September 30. The event will take place on Main Street from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Stop by participating retailers to check out their fall inventory and enjoy 20% off of everything you purchase with your ticket. Ticketholders receive craft beer tasting at stores provided by Clark Beverage and Mitchell … [Read more...]
