News from 50 Years Ago
There are three ways to control fire ants: granular baits, mound treatments, and broadcast insecticide treatments. When managed correctly, gra…
In light of a big event coming up at our church (Unity Baptist Church) this coming week, that is our annual World Missions Conference Revival,…
Spring is my favorite season of the year as I enjoy the return of warmer days and the colorful blooms in gardens and landscapes. Among the man…
I have always been amazed at the diversity of colorful coleus plants. Their foliage offers a dazzling array of impressive hues and patterns.
When a person finds a swarm of honey bees, it can be a little intimidating. Seeing hundreds of bees clumped together on a tree, bush, fence, b…
Mississippi has a lot of good restaurants with great recipes. In Hernando, Bazar’s Bakery & Breakfast has an awesome menu with lots of cho…
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News from 50 Years Ago
Tim Watson
General Manager
STARKVILLE -- Market corn prices are more than $2 lower per bushel than a year ago, so row crop producers in Mississippi are planning to plant…
With their tall stems that proudly display a colorful array of flowers, calibrachoa hybrid plants are some of my favorite annual plants to use…
Bread pudding is a dessert that has been around for ages. It’s easy and part of it can be done ahead of time, even the day before. This recipe…
Gardening, to me, is not just about planting pretty flowers or lush foliage. It’s about creating scenes, telling stories and evoking emotions.
There is a little place down in Brandon, Mississippi called "Boo’s Smokehouse BBQ." While this pie may or may not be on the menu, it is a fami…
Have you ever eaten Thanksgiving dinner under a quilt? The Coffey family in Oxford frequently did.
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If you have not picked up on it yet, I love variegated plants. Let me dive a bit deeper into why I’m so passionate about them.
News from 50 Years Ago
Tim Watson
General Manager
This recipe is a quick and easy and perfect for your Easter brunch or any family gathering. The simple ingredients of leafy greens, strawberri…
It is no coincidence that most homeowners who face problems with Asian lady beetles live in wooded areas. When these beetles are in our homes …
In 1968, I did a feature story on fallout shelters located on the Ole Miss campus. The period followed the October 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis w…
If you’re considering adding some vibrant color to your landscape, bougainvillea might be the perfect choice.
It’s hard to believe that St. Patrick’s Day is here and spring is around the corner. Although I am not Irish, I do love a good corned beef and…
It does not matter if you are an experienced gardener or a beginner, this is a suitable time to start planning on what you want to grow this y…
In the realm of gardening, few plants offer the versatility, resilience and sheer beauty of sedums. It’s no wonder why I’ve seen the popularit…
With Easter just around the corner, you may need an easy dish to serve for breakfast or brunch. The baking time is a little long but the prep …
The yellow flag iris is a perennial that often grows in very wet conditions along margins of lakes. They grow two to three feet tall with yell…
If you wonder what plants can be used in shaded areas of your landscape, I suggest that hardy and low-maintenance ferns are a great choice for…
This recipe is very easy and just another way to prepare green beans — a favorite to most families. The main ingredients are fresh which may t…
“My mother said I was doomed since the day I was born because an old screech owl flew in the window of our house and perched himself on my cra…
