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Picture This Kids havingway too much fun
Take a hike on scenic urban trails
Vicksburg launches specialsesquicentennial events
kidsplay
2 Today in Mississippi April 2013
Students challenged to lead now and into futureHow does one become a leader What are the qualities of an effective leader Just whatdefines leadership
A group of 68 Mississippi high school juniors found theanswers to these and other leadership-related questions atthe 27th annual Electric Power Associations of MississippiYouth Leadership Workshop Feb 27 - March 1 in Jack-son
The hands-on workshop brought together studentsfrom schools across the state to compete in team-buildingexercises meet their legislators and tour the state Capitol
ldquoOur program emphasizes the important role our youngpeople have in their schools and communities and the
importance of using their skills to make a dierencetodayrdquo said Ron Stewart coordinator of the statewide pro-gram ldquo=ese young people are ready and willing to serveItrsquos our job to challenge them and then empower themwith the appropriate resources and proper trainingldquoWe want to inspire them to believe in themselves and
to use good work ethics to accomplish their goals It alsomakes them realize that in order to be a good leader youhave to be a good personmdashincluding making the rightdecisions and doing things to beneltt othersrdquo Stewart said=e workshop oered the young people an opportunity
to interact with other students likewise interested in fulltll-ing a leadership position and serving their communityStewart emphasized the program is built around using the
cooperative philosophy working together to accomplishyour mission ldquoI am extremely proud of our 2013 partici-pantsrdquo Stewart said ldquo=ey are prepared and excited toserve as leadersrdquo
Lt Gov Tate Reeves in a breakfast speech to thegroup encouraged the students to set goals and work hardto achieve them
The students earned the expense-paid trip to the work-shop in a competitive selection process sponsored by theirlocal electric power association
ALCORN COUNTY EPAKelsey English WalnutFaith LaFever Corinth
CENTRAL EPAKooper Battle UnionZach Williams Lena
COAST EPABailey Purvis PoplarvilleCourtney Thurtell LongBeach
DIXIE EPAEmily Bedwell LaurelDru Elkins EllisvilleJesse Smith LaurelBen Spiller Petal
EAST MISS EPADK Boydstun LouisvilleMadison Bradley Meridian
DarsquoSha Harrington LouisvilleVictoria OrsquoQuin MeridianLisa Patel ScoobaBethany Rivers StonewallZach Shelly CollinsvilleKate Sprabery MeridianAndrew Yates Louisville
4-COUNTY EPAJeQuailia Huggins West PointSubrina Oswalt West PointCaden Teer WeirMary Paige Thrash Columbus
MAGNOLIA EPAGarrett Smith SontagBen Stroud MeadvilleCarlee Welch-Dick Summit
NATCHEZ TRACE EPANicole Baecher HoustonSteele Liles Calhoun City
NORTH EAST MISS EPAKaitlyn Bishop AbbevilleShawnda Pettis AbbevilleAaron Watkins Abbeville
NORTHCENTRAL EPACharles Cooper Olive BranchClaudia Espinosa-BatresSouthavenCorteilous Jones ByhaliaKaitlyn Kendall Olive BranchShamessia Lee Olive BranchKristen Lusby Holly SpringsDustin Moore ByhaliaLuke Phillips Olive BranchBree Starnes Olive BranchWalker Underwood Byhalia
PEARL RIVER VALLEY EPACody Letchworth FoxworthMitch Strider Sumrall
PONTOTOC EPAMolly Hale New AlbanyAnnalea Munn RandolphElizabeth Whitten Bruce
SINGING RIVER EPACaroline Bradley LucedaleVictoria Cason RichtonAnna Del Castillo OceanSprings
SOUTHERN PINE EPALeah Bowlin MendenhallXiara Day Brandon
SOUTHWEST MISS EPATerry McBeth NatchezReagan Myers Brookhaven
TALLAHATCHIE VALLEY EPAWhitney Hudson SardisBailey Lawrence Batesville
Neil Patel BatesvilleJesse Pearson BatesvilleErin Snider Batesville
TOMBIGBEE EPASeth Dickinson MantachieRyan Gillentine NettletonSydney Gully SaltilloNataly Loague FultonShelby Miller MoorevilleJacob Pharr TremontAlivia Roberts Shannon
TWIN COUNTY EPAScott Miller Jr GreenvilleCharlie Yelverton Glen Allan
YAZOO VALLEY EPA Chelsea Wright Benton
Electric Power Associations of MississippiYOUTH LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPClass of 2013
Caroline Bradley sponsored by Singing River Electric Power Associ-ation accepts the Youth Leadership Award from Ron Stewart sen-ior vice president of the Electric Power Associations of Mississippi
Caroline is a junior at George County High School where she servesas junior class president and is a member of the student councilShe is an active student playing for the varsity soccer and fast-pitch softball teams She attends First United Methodist Church ofLucedale Caroline is the daughter of Kevin and Jaye Bradley ofLucedale
She will serve a one-year term as Mississippirsquos representative onthe national Youth Leadership Council of the National Rural ElectricCooperative Association The award includes a $1000 scholarship
Bradley wins Leadership Award
he National Rural Electric Coop-erative Association recently heldits annual meeting in NewOrleans Ie annual meeting is anopportunity for electric coopera-
tive leaders from across the country to meetshare ideas and give direction to our nationalassociation on key issues aEecting electric co-opsOne of the many speakers was Erskine
Bowles who served as Bill Clintonrsquos chief ofstaE and served as co-chair of PresidentObamarsquos National Commission on FiscalResponsibility and ReformMr Bowles who receives many invitations
to speak said he was addressing the co-opsbecause he wanted to make sure his message ofhow to Fx our national crisis got to Main StreetAmerica and he couldnrsquot think of anyone betterto deliver it than electric co-op leaders acrossthe countryAs I listened to his presentation I thought
his views of the Fve problems the USA mustaddress were interesting and worth sharing withour readers Here are his viewpoints1 Health care Ie USA spends two times asmuch on health care as other countries but canonly muster ratings from 25th to 50th Ie newhealth care law is going to lead to cost shiftswithin the industry higher taxes and higherinsurance rates2 National defense Ie USA spends more ondefense than the next 17 countries combined(Iis includes China Russia Great BritainFrance and Germany) We have to quit beingthe police oHcer of the world In fact MrBowles pointed out the chairman of the JointChiefs has identiFed that our greatest nationalsecurity threat is not terrorist but our evergrowing deFcits To go to war with China wewould Frst have to borrow money from them3 Tax code It is stupid ineHcient and makes
us globally uncompetitive Ie USA netted $13trillion in income taxes last year4 Social security Over the next decade socialsecurity will run a $900 billion cash deFcit(more paid out than taken in) If some action isnot taken quickly the system will be broke by2031 or sooner When FDR started the pro-gram you had to be 65 years of age to drawIe average life expectancy was 62 Today youcan draw at 62 and you likely will live to 79Iat is not sustainable5 Compound interest Ie USA spends $230billion just on our interest payments and thatrsquoslow in this low-rate environment If rates werejust average that number would jump to $650billion So all you folks with CDs earning zipnow you know why the Federal Reserve is hold-ing rates at zeroMr Bowles went on to say that we cannot
tax our way out of this Taxes will not make upfor the changing demographics of the countrynor can they control health care cost We alsocannot ldquocutrdquo our way out of these problemssuch cuts would be devastating to our fragileeconomy Mr Bowles did predict sequestrationwould occur (he was correct) and that it wouldcost the country roughly 750000 jobs in 2013If you would like more information visit his
website at wwwFxthedebtorg
Erskine Bowles outlines criticalissues at national co-op meeting
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Today in MississippiOFFICERSKevin Doddridge - President Brad Robison - First Vice PresidentWayne Henson - Second Vice PresidentRandy Wallace - SecretaryTreasurer
EDITORIAL STAFFMichael Callahan - Executive Vice PresidentCEORon Stewart - Sr Vice President CommunicationsMark Bridges - Manager Support ServicesJay Swindle - Manager AdvertisingDebbie H Stringer - EditorAbby Berry - Communications SpecialistRickey McMillan - Graphics SpecialistLinda Hutcherson - Administrative Assistant
EDITORIAL OFFICE amp ADVERTISING601-605-8600 Acceptance of advertising by Today inMississippi does not imply endorsementof the advertised product or services bythe publisher or Mississippirsquos ElectricPower Associations Product satisfactionand delivery responsibility lie solely withthe advertiserbull National advertising representative National Country Market 800-626-1181
Circulation of this issue 462230Non-member subscription price $950 per year
T oday in Mississippi (ISSN 1052-2433) ispublished eleven times a year (Jan-Nov) by Electric Power Associations ofMississippi Inc PO Box 3300 Ridge-land MS 39158-3300 or 665 HighlandColony Parkway Ridgeland MS 39157Phone 601-605-8600 Periodicalpostage paid at Ridgeland MS andadditional office The publisher (andorits agent) reserves the right to refuse oredit all advertisingPOSTMASTER Send address changesto Today PO Box 3300 RidgelandMS 39158-3300
The Official Publication of the Electric Power Associations of MississippiVol 66 No 4
Visit us online atwwwtodayinmississippicom
Mississippi is hospitality friendliness caring about your neighbor homeand serving God Iere is nothing any better
mdash Vonceil Broome Sumrall
Mississippi is having integrity instilled inside us in early child-hood to do whatrsquos right even when no one is around Missis-sippi is friendliness as we wave at drivers we meet in the roadItrsquos a joy in the heart that others canrsquot understand
mdash Joe T Massey Bruce
Outside my kitchen window I seeIe tree farm across the roadIe big water oak in the front yardTwo fox squirrels chasing around itDaEodils and azaleas in bloomHummingbirds Gitting lsquoround their feederItrsquos springtime in MississippiOutside my kitchen window
mdash Jo Anna Knippers Tylertown
Ie two of us my spouse and I were born up North Yankees born and bred
A year and a half ago we chose to move to Mississippi to live instead
Mississippi is our new home wersquore proud to sayLiving in the country now we wouldnrsquot have it any other wayIank you Mississippi for letting us into your homeWhere we get to see all kinds of wildlife roamWersquore Yankees no more wersquore Rebels insteadMississippi is now where we earn our daily bread
mdash Dr Frances Silva Yazoo City
Our Homeplace
Whatrsquos Mississippi to youWhat makes you proud to be a Mississippian What do you treasuremost about life in our state Send your thoughts to Today in Missis-sippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158 or email them tonewsepaofmscom Please keep your comments brief Submissionsare subject to editing
My OpinionMichael Callahan
Executive Vice PresidentCEOEPAs of Mississippi
Peter Blakeneyrsquos exhilaration is evi-dent as he launches on his first bikeride without training wheels Eliza-beth Blakeney a Singing RiverElectric member in Gautiersnapped his big moment and sub-mitted it to our ldquoPicture Thisrdquo fea-ture See more photos of kids at playon pages 4-5
On the cover
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 3
JOIN TODAY IN MISSISSIPPIO N F A C E B O O K
In April 1863 a Union calvary brigade led by Gen Benjamin Grierson destroyedportions of the Vicksburg-Meridian railroad and burned the depot at the town ofNewton Station (now Newton) A state historical marker recalls Griersonrsquos Raid atthe rebuilt depot Gen Ulysses S Grant ordered the statewide raid to distract Con-federates defending Vicksburg and to disrupt their supply and communicationlines The 1959 movie ldquoThe Horse Soldiersrdquo starring John Wayne is a fictionalaccount based on the Battle of Newton Station
4 Today in Mississippi April 2013
Selected photos from readersrsquo submissions1 Future pastry chef Jonah Pannell rolls out dough Photo byWanda Farrar Olive Branch2 Itrsquos Fatherrsquos Day but Colby Ryan Conerly 2 is having all the funPhoto by Leigh Conerly Vicksburg Yazoo Valley EPA member3 Sawyer Andrews demonstrates the effects of static electricityPhoto by Jennifer Andrews Huntsville Ala4 Amelia Graham plays at playing piano Photo by Karen GrahamPascagoula5 Evie Kayte Chism 16 months catches a Gulf breeze Photo byLeigh Ann Chism Hamilton Monroe County EPA member6 Need hay Logan Cushman delivers Photo by Michelle CushmanMorton Southern Pine EPA member7 Baby bikers Austin Gardner and Grace Kolbo at age 2 Photo byEadie Camp Petal
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PICTURE THIS
8 Carter Nunley kicks up his heels Photo by HopeNunley Carrollton Delta EPA member
KidsatPlay
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 5
14 What would boys do without mud Toland Wilkes packs it on at hisgranddadrsquos lake Photo by Becky Wilkes Mathiston 4-County EPA member15 It may impress the girls now but hersquoll have to lose that bucket in a fewyears Photo by Teresa Breland Perkinston16 Micah Jon Burnham 3 wants to play with kitty but kittyrsquos not sosure Photo by Shirley Burnham Prentiss Southern Pine EPA member17 Cole Bryant 6 celebrates scoring a goal at his soccer game Photo byMelissa Russo Gulfport Coast EPA member
Next ldquoPicture Thisrdquo theme Country LifeWhatrsquos so great about living (or visiting) in rural Mississippi The answerlies in your photographs We want your impressions of country life for thenext ldquoPicture Thisrdquo feature Deadline is June 10 Get submission guidelinesat wwwtodayinmississippicom newsepaofmscom or 601-605-8600
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9 From left Bradon Williams Emry Williams and Sadie Williams play lawn games Photo by BrandieWilliams Nettleton10 Stephen Boler 4 ends the day fishing with his Spiderman rod and reel Photo by Bruce Mitchell Bailey
11 From left Stacy Graber Ashton Graber andKirby Graber are soaked and loving it Photo byAmy J Graber Brooksville 4-County EPA mem-ber12 Caleb Hunter Oswalt 15 months getscaught playing in the dishwasher Photo by Deb-bie Oswalt Caledonia Monroe County EPA mem-ber13 Puppies get a trampoline lesson from GracieJenkins 4 Photo by Millie Byrd McLain SingingRiver EPA member
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6 Today in Mississippi April 2013
By Debbie StringerWhether walking running biking or
skating recreational trail use beneEts themind and spirit as well as the body byintroducing nature into the workoutldquoI have had people tell me that they
moved here because of the trail systemrdquosaid Ridgeland Mayor Gene McGeewhose city just opened a trailhead pavil-ion for its multi-use nonmotorized trailsystemRidgeland Greenwood Tunica and
West Point are among the Mississippicities who have (or are building) trailsfor non-motorized use and in somecases horseback ridingIn northeast Mississippi municipal
and county governments formed a recre-
ational district to develop a Rails-to-Trails recreational project spanning threecountiesHere are some highlights from these
trail projects
bull As Greenwoodrsquos new Yazoo RiverTrail nears completion the Delta Gar-den Club is partnering with the city andother volunteers to establish a butterFygarden of native plants and a monarchbutterFy ldquowaystationrdquo at the trail sitenear downtown Greenwood A waysta-tion is a place that provides naturalhabitat for monarch migration andreproductionldquoAfter seeing the work the City of
Greenwood was putting into the YazooRiver Trail we knew we wanted to be apart of it Because our state plays such acritical role in the monarch butterFiesrsquomigration we felt that would be the per-fect project for us to work on and devel-oprdquo said Britt Hammons-Carter club
presidentWork is expected to
begin on the butterFygarden this month GeDelta Garden Club wasawarded a GardenClubs of MississippiNature Trail Grant tofund the projectGe Yazoo River
Trail lies on city-ownedproperty comprising 45acres of meadows andnative hardwoods
including a thick stand of willow thatserves as a food source for both butter-Fies and caterpillars A limestone pathleads visitors past the willows and intothe butterFy garden site another path
branches oD for a winding journeythrough the bottomland forest borderingthe riverRich in wildlife the area is now
known as the Greenwood Yazoo RiverNatural Area and has been accepted intothe Mississippi Natural Heritage Pro-gram based on the plant and animalspecies it supportsFor more information visit
wwwgreenwoodmscom or call Green-wood City Hall at 662-453-2246
bull Ridgelandrsquos 146-mile multi-use non-motorized trail system connects theNatchez Trace Parkway the MississippiCraft Center Ross Barnett Reservoir anda shopping area Although located in a busy urban
center much of Ridgelandrsquos trail systemwinds through wooded areas One trailfollows a local section of the NatchezTrace Parkway ending at a scenic over-look on the reservoirGe city recently opened a new
1500-square-foot trailhead pavilion thatincludes two sheltered picnic tables two
restrooms a bike rack a bicycle servicestand and a parking lot made of recycledasphalt Ge service stand donated byJackson Metro Cyclists includes toolsnecessary for changing a Fat and otherbasic repairs Ge pavilion is located nearthe intersection of Rice Road and LakeHarbor DriveRidgeland a recognized Bicycle
Friendly Community also has speciallydesignated mountain bike trails andbike rentals are availableA multi-use trail map is available at
wwwvisitridgelandcom For informa-tion call 800-468-6078 or 601-605-5252
bull After a year of construction Tunicaheld a ribbon-cutting ceremony inMarch for its two new bike trailsldquoWe are getting calls from everywhere
[from people] wanting more informa-tionrdquo said Lynn Ryals executive directorof Tunica Main Street which fundedthe projectGe longer of the two trails is a 27-
mile round-trip path running along OldHighway 61 from Rivergate Park inTunica to DeSoto County where it con-nects with a DeSoto trailGe other trail is a 13-mile loop con-
necting Rivergate Park and Mhoon
Paths tofitnessUrban recreational trails boost quality of life while attracting visitorsmdashand new residents
Ridgelandrsquos new trailhead pavilion left provides rest-rooms and other amenities to refresh users of the cityrsquos146-mile multi-use trail system Jackson Metro Cyclistsdonated a service stand for cyclists to use in makingbasic bike repairs
The Yazoo River Trail in downtown Greenwood leads users around a stand ofwillow top photo and through a bottomland forest above on city-ownedproperty bordering the Yazoo River
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 7
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Landing Park located on the MississippiRiver in Tunica County Cyclists can usea rest stop at the seven-mile pointldquoIe trails share the road and they are
in Hat Delta landrdquo Ryals said ldquoYou willgo through some wooded areas and someopen sunny spots You can see a varietyof wildlife from ducks in the streams torabbits along the roadrdquoTo download or request a bike trail
map go to wwwtunicamainstreetcomor call 662-363-6611
bull Spring is an especially beautiful time ofyear along the Kitty Bryan Dill Memori-al Parkway which links Gve manicuredurban parks with a paved wooded pathA Rails-to-Trails Parkway begun in
1991 the 5-foot-wide concrete pathextends for 375 milesldquoWest Point was extremely fortunate
to be able to develop a portion of theCampG Railroad that ran through theheart of downtown into our parkwaywhen that portion of the line was re-
routed It has been and continues to be abeautiful addition to downtown WestPointrdquo said Cynthia Wilson director ofCommunity Development and WestPoint Main Street at West PointClayCounty Community Growth AllianceLighted at night by old-fashioned
lamp posts walkways lead users to gaze-bos arbors water fountains and a wind-mill Ie parkwayrsquos greenspace is lushneatly tended and shaded by large nativehardwoods Benches oFer a place to rest
visit take pic-tures or simplyenjoy the viewIn the SallyKate WintersPark benchessurround anold-fashionedbandstandIe park-
way is also thesite of specialevents includ-ing the cityrsquosannual PrairieArts FestivalManaged
by the West PointClay County Com-munity Growth Alliance the parkwaywas designated in 2005 by the USDepartment of the Interior as a NationalRecreational TrailFor information call the Alliance at
662-494-5121 or visit wwwwest-pointmsorg
bull Ie 44-mile Tanglefoot Trail in northMississippi is tentatively scheduled toopen in July after some seven years ofdevelopment Ie Rails-to-Trails projectis being built on the former Mississippi-Tennessee Railroad corridor runningthrough Chickasaw Pontotoc andUnion counties from New Albany toHoustonIe multi-use recreational trail con-
sists of a 10-foot-wide asphalt path withgateway buildings (welcome centers) inNew Albany Pontotoc and Houstonand ldquowhistle stopsrdquo in Ingomar EcruAlgoma and New Houlka Ie whistlestops will provide user parking rest-rooms water fountains picnic tables andbike racksIe GMampO Rails-to-Trails Recre-
ational District was formed in 2006 tocreate the trailIe trail was named after the narrow-
gauge engine used during constructionof the railroad in 1872Tanglefoot Trail is closed to the pub-
lic until its completion this summerIree Rivers Planning and DevelopmentDistrict posts trail updates at its websitewwwtrpddcomnews
For more information on hiking andbiking trails throughout Mississippi go towwwvisitmississippiorg or call 866-SEEMISS (733-6477) Visit wwwmdwfpcomfor information on hiking trails in stateparks
A scenic path links five localparks along the 375-mile KittyBryan Dill Memorial Parkwayin West Point
8 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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ou can get a real goodlook at the ShirleyHouse in the VicksburgNational Military Parknow that they havestarted clearing out the
mass of trees planted there by theCCC duringthe GreatDepressionback in the1930s Therewere so manytrees that asan eighthgrader on afield trip toVicksburg inthe 1960s Iwonderedhow in theworld they ever managed to have awar there You couldnrsquot see 10 feet infront of your face much less get a shotat anybodyProbably one of the most promi-
nent places where the deforestationhas occurred is shortly after you enterthe tour road Beyond a few twists andturns you round a rather sharp left theother side of a little rise When theroad opens up again before you is awonderful vista of rising hills and gul-lies crowned by the magnificentIllinois Memorial a round domedbuilding modeled after the Pantheon
MississippiSeen
by Walt Grayson
It took quite a war to purchase all of this peacefulness The imposing IllinoisMemorial is flanked with a survivor of the Siege of Vicksburg the Shirley House in
the Vicksburg National Military Park Photo Walt Grayson
in Rome about a half-mile awayBut sitting next to the Illinois
Memorial is a house that at first mayseem out of place in a military parkAnd had it met the same fate as itsneighbors it wouldnrsquot be hereOne hundred fifty years ago this
spring during the Civil War UnionGen Grant trapped Confederate GenPemberton in Vicksburg and laid siegeto the city eventually starving out theConfederates As the Confederatesrushed into Vicksburg time was of theessence because the Union troops wereright behind themOne of the orders given by the
Confederate commanders was to burnall the houses out where the battle lineswere likely to end up so that the Unioncould get no use or shelter from themThe other homes around the ShirleyHouse had already been torched andthis one was about to go The only thingthat saved it was Adeline Shirley wife ofJudge James Shirley owners of thehome who begged the soldier sent toburn it not to do so Just as he was start-ing to set it ablaze anyway the Unionarmy topped the rise to the east Thesoldier ran away and the house wassavedWell it may have been saved but it
was never lived in again After beingcaught in the crossfire for 47 days dur-ing the siege the house was pretty muchtorn up The Union army used it as a
smallpox hospital for a short while afterthe fighting ended After that the housewas deserted and left to the elementsBut when plans for the Vicksburg
Park were under way Alice Shirley oneof the Shirley children donated thehouse to the War Department for inclu-sion in the park She stipulated that thehouse be restored to the way it lookedbefore the war and that her parentsrsquobodies be moved from the VicksburgCemetery to graves in the backyard Itwas and they wereThe Shirley House is rarely open for
tours Just not enough staff for thatHowever chances are you may catch itopen more often over the next few weeksas the park observes the 150th anniver-sary of the siege that took place fromMay until July 1863 with special eventsincluding a big reenactment of one ofthe battles set for Memorial Day week-endThe Shirley House was a serene coun-
try estate before the war Originally itwas called Wexford Lodge Now 150years later it is still in a serene settingonly now it has a model of the Pantheonin its side yard
While other homes blazed ShirleyHouse survived due to stroke of luck
Walt Grayson is the host of ldquoMississippiRoadsrdquo on Mississippi Public Broadcastingtelevision and the author of two ldquoLookingAround Mississippirdquo books and ldquoOh ThatReminds Me More Mississippi HomegrownStoriesrdquo Contact Grayson atwaltwaltgraysoncom
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 9
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10 Today in Mississippi April 2013
hat is it about nostalgiathat is so terribly appeal-ing The question is easilyasked and I hear it oftenBut the responses suitable
for answering such a perplexing probeare remarkably difficult to formulateThere simply are too many variables
Age is one cause for this somewhatmisplaced longing Years forward tend todim the truth of years past and we maywish things could be as they were in thegood old days
There is meritin such thinkingYesterday was atime of simplici-ty Today how-ever is filledwith complexityThat could holdtrue regardless ofthe era for the19th century waslikely more com-plex than the 18th particularly for thosewhose lives spanned some of both Andthe 20th century was increasingly morecomplex than the 19th and so on
You I am sure grasp the process hereoutlined So it is not fully unnatural todesire a simple less hectic world But welive in the world of today and perhaps
tomorrow not in yesterday Still weache and wonder for much of what hasslipped past many times unnoticed untilit no longer exists
Age aside there is still a powerful lureassociated with the past It is evidencedin those faryounger thanI whobecome curi-ous aboutpeople of thepast and thelives theylived
On arecentSaturday evening I was privileged topresent my 18th century program for alarge group at Moselle Baptist Church inJones County Among the 500 or sothere a great many were young peo-plemdashchildren teens young adults Alllistened intently They fondled long-hunter shirts and a wool capote and acanvas greatcoat and forged knives andcopper corn boilers and buckskin moc-casins and a flintlock rifle They wereenthralled by a flint-and-steel fire kit
They touched a heavy wool blanketrolled onto a tump line a system andproduct exactly like that used by suchpersonalities as Daniel Boone in 1770
They admired my battered andstained leggings over canvas knee breech-es both now showing extensive wearfrom a decade of heavy use
More recently I set up and tended abooth for Primitive Archer magazine atthe Pre-Spring Arrow Fling at TannehillState Historical Park near BirminghamAgain there were hundreds in atten-dance many of them youngsters andmost shooting the target ranges Othersjust curious
This is a traditional-only gatheringand some truly impressive glass-and-wood recurves were in use these trueworks of art But there was also anincreasing number of all-wood bows invarious styles another step back in time
My own Osage and bamboo longbowbacked with copperheads coupled witha Plains-Style leather quiver decorated
with feathers and beads and holdingcedar arrows gave pause for each passer-by to stop and stare Wonderment filledtheir eyes and many had to ask how itperformed Quite wonderfully I mustsay Remember Native Americans fedentire villages with the sweet meat ofbison taken with such gear
Events such as these two mentionedconvince me more completely each timeI attend them that there is somethinginherent in many that prompts them toexplore the past Why and what I stilldonrsquot know for sure
But for me it is the reward of beingmore closely in touch with self and theenvironment It is the requirement that Irely more on myself and my companionsthan on technology and gadgetry It isthe realization that I can be content withvery little can live a full life minus theexternal stimuli of obnoxious noise andthe latest contrivances touted by adver-tising as essential
It is reaching the experienced conclu-sion that had I been one from the past Icould have as they did survived thenormal and regular hardships of a diffi-cult but simple life Plus it is all funthis playing the Old Days game
And these are all ample justificationto take leave of today and step back toyesterday from time to time
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MississippiOutdoors
by Tony Kinton
Taking leave of today to step back
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Biscuit Smith of Thundervalley Archery makers of the Snuffer and Magnus broadheads explains the finer pointsof arrow flight to new converts From left are Biscuit Smith Michael Grappin Deaven Grappin Amy Grappin andDestin Grappin Michael and his two sons just completed their first Osage (wood) bows The Grappins are CentralElectric Power Association members in Leake County Old-day tools left photo were highly effective NativeAmericans fed entire villages with bison taken with wooden bows and arrows Photos Tony Kinton
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 11
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12 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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EMPowers
Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
Co-op Connections Business Spotlight
14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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CongratulationsThese Today in Mississippi readers will receive a free copy
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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18 Today in Mississippi April 2013
EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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Students challenged to lead now and into futureHow does one become a leader What are the qualities of an effective leader Just whatdefines leadership
A group of 68 Mississippi high school juniors found theanswers to these and other leadership-related questions atthe 27th annual Electric Power Associations of MississippiYouth Leadership Workshop Feb 27 - March 1 in Jack-son
The hands-on workshop brought together studentsfrom schools across the state to compete in team-buildingexercises meet their legislators and tour the state Capitol
ldquoOur program emphasizes the important role our youngpeople have in their schools and communities and the
importance of using their skills to make a dierencetodayrdquo said Ron Stewart coordinator of the statewide pro-gram ldquo=ese young people are ready and willing to serveItrsquos our job to challenge them and then empower themwith the appropriate resources and proper trainingldquoWe want to inspire them to believe in themselves and
to use good work ethics to accomplish their goals It alsomakes them realize that in order to be a good leader youhave to be a good personmdashincluding making the rightdecisions and doing things to beneltt othersrdquo Stewart said=e workshop oered the young people an opportunity
to interact with other students likewise interested in fulltll-ing a leadership position and serving their communityStewart emphasized the program is built around using the
cooperative philosophy working together to accomplishyour mission ldquoI am extremely proud of our 2013 partici-pantsrdquo Stewart said ldquo=ey are prepared and excited toserve as leadersrdquo
Lt Gov Tate Reeves in a breakfast speech to thegroup encouraged the students to set goals and work hardto achieve them
The students earned the expense-paid trip to the work-shop in a competitive selection process sponsored by theirlocal electric power association
ALCORN COUNTY EPAKelsey English WalnutFaith LaFever Corinth
CENTRAL EPAKooper Battle UnionZach Williams Lena
COAST EPABailey Purvis PoplarvilleCourtney Thurtell LongBeach
DIXIE EPAEmily Bedwell LaurelDru Elkins EllisvilleJesse Smith LaurelBen Spiller Petal
EAST MISS EPADK Boydstun LouisvilleMadison Bradley Meridian
DarsquoSha Harrington LouisvilleVictoria OrsquoQuin MeridianLisa Patel ScoobaBethany Rivers StonewallZach Shelly CollinsvilleKate Sprabery MeridianAndrew Yates Louisville
4-COUNTY EPAJeQuailia Huggins West PointSubrina Oswalt West PointCaden Teer WeirMary Paige Thrash Columbus
MAGNOLIA EPAGarrett Smith SontagBen Stroud MeadvilleCarlee Welch-Dick Summit
NATCHEZ TRACE EPANicole Baecher HoustonSteele Liles Calhoun City
NORTH EAST MISS EPAKaitlyn Bishop AbbevilleShawnda Pettis AbbevilleAaron Watkins Abbeville
NORTHCENTRAL EPACharles Cooper Olive BranchClaudia Espinosa-BatresSouthavenCorteilous Jones ByhaliaKaitlyn Kendall Olive BranchShamessia Lee Olive BranchKristen Lusby Holly SpringsDustin Moore ByhaliaLuke Phillips Olive BranchBree Starnes Olive BranchWalker Underwood Byhalia
PEARL RIVER VALLEY EPACody Letchworth FoxworthMitch Strider Sumrall
PONTOTOC EPAMolly Hale New AlbanyAnnalea Munn RandolphElizabeth Whitten Bruce
SINGING RIVER EPACaroline Bradley LucedaleVictoria Cason RichtonAnna Del Castillo OceanSprings
SOUTHERN PINE EPALeah Bowlin MendenhallXiara Day Brandon
SOUTHWEST MISS EPATerry McBeth NatchezReagan Myers Brookhaven
TALLAHATCHIE VALLEY EPAWhitney Hudson SardisBailey Lawrence Batesville
Neil Patel BatesvilleJesse Pearson BatesvilleErin Snider Batesville
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TWIN COUNTY EPAScott Miller Jr GreenvilleCharlie Yelverton Glen Allan
YAZOO VALLEY EPA Chelsea Wright Benton
Electric Power Associations of MississippiYOUTH LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPClass of 2013
Caroline Bradley sponsored by Singing River Electric Power Associ-ation accepts the Youth Leadership Award from Ron Stewart sen-ior vice president of the Electric Power Associations of Mississippi
Caroline is a junior at George County High School where she servesas junior class president and is a member of the student councilShe is an active student playing for the varsity soccer and fast-pitch softball teams She attends First United Methodist Church ofLucedale Caroline is the daughter of Kevin and Jaye Bradley ofLucedale
She will serve a one-year term as Mississippirsquos representative onthe national Youth Leadership Council of the National Rural ElectricCooperative Association The award includes a $1000 scholarship
Bradley wins Leadership Award
he National Rural Electric Coop-erative Association recently heldits annual meeting in NewOrleans Ie annual meeting is anopportunity for electric coopera-
tive leaders from across the country to meetshare ideas and give direction to our nationalassociation on key issues aEecting electric co-opsOne of the many speakers was Erskine
Bowles who served as Bill Clintonrsquos chief ofstaE and served as co-chair of PresidentObamarsquos National Commission on FiscalResponsibility and ReformMr Bowles who receives many invitations
to speak said he was addressing the co-opsbecause he wanted to make sure his message ofhow to Fx our national crisis got to Main StreetAmerica and he couldnrsquot think of anyone betterto deliver it than electric co-op leaders acrossthe countryAs I listened to his presentation I thought
his views of the Fve problems the USA mustaddress were interesting and worth sharing withour readers Here are his viewpoints1 Health care Ie USA spends two times asmuch on health care as other countries but canonly muster ratings from 25th to 50th Ie newhealth care law is going to lead to cost shiftswithin the industry higher taxes and higherinsurance rates2 National defense Ie USA spends more ondefense than the next 17 countries combined(Iis includes China Russia Great BritainFrance and Germany) We have to quit beingthe police oHcer of the world In fact MrBowles pointed out the chairman of the JointChiefs has identiFed that our greatest nationalsecurity threat is not terrorist but our evergrowing deFcits To go to war with China wewould Frst have to borrow money from them3 Tax code It is stupid ineHcient and makes
us globally uncompetitive Ie USA netted $13trillion in income taxes last year4 Social security Over the next decade socialsecurity will run a $900 billion cash deFcit(more paid out than taken in) If some action isnot taken quickly the system will be broke by2031 or sooner When FDR started the pro-gram you had to be 65 years of age to drawIe average life expectancy was 62 Today youcan draw at 62 and you likely will live to 79Iat is not sustainable5 Compound interest Ie USA spends $230billion just on our interest payments and thatrsquoslow in this low-rate environment If rates werejust average that number would jump to $650billion So all you folks with CDs earning zipnow you know why the Federal Reserve is hold-ing rates at zeroMr Bowles went on to say that we cannot
tax our way out of this Taxes will not make upfor the changing demographics of the countrynor can they control health care cost We alsocannot ldquocutrdquo our way out of these problemssuch cuts would be devastating to our fragileeconomy Mr Bowles did predict sequestrationwould occur (he was correct) and that it wouldcost the country roughly 750000 jobs in 2013If you would like more information visit his
website at wwwFxthedebtorg
Erskine Bowles outlines criticalissues at national co-op meeting
T
Today in MississippiOFFICERSKevin Doddridge - President Brad Robison - First Vice PresidentWayne Henson - Second Vice PresidentRandy Wallace - SecretaryTreasurer
EDITORIAL STAFFMichael Callahan - Executive Vice PresidentCEORon Stewart - Sr Vice President CommunicationsMark Bridges - Manager Support ServicesJay Swindle - Manager AdvertisingDebbie H Stringer - EditorAbby Berry - Communications SpecialistRickey McMillan - Graphics SpecialistLinda Hutcherson - Administrative Assistant
EDITORIAL OFFICE amp ADVERTISING601-605-8600 Acceptance of advertising by Today inMississippi does not imply endorsementof the advertised product or services bythe publisher or Mississippirsquos ElectricPower Associations Product satisfactionand delivery responsibility lie solely withthe advertiserbull National advertising representative National Country Market 800-626-1181
Circulation of this issue 462230Non-member subscription price $950 per year
T oday in Mississippi (ISSN 1052-2433) ispublished eleven times a year (Jan-Nov) by Electric Power Associations ofMississippi Inc PO Box 3300 Ridge-land MS 39158-3300 or 665 HighlandColony Parkway Ridgeland MS 39157Phone 601-605-8600 Periodicalpostage paid at Ridgeland MS andadditional office The publisher (andorits agent) reserves the right to refuse oredit all advertisingPOSTMASTER Send address changesto Today PO Box 3300 RidgelandMS 39158-3300
The Official Publication of the Electric Power Associations of MississippiVol 66 No 4
Visit us online atwwwtodayinmississippicom
Mississippi is hospitality friendliness caring about your neighbor homeand serving God Iere is nothing any better
mdash Vonceil Broome Sumrall
Mississippi is having integrity instilled inside us in early child-hood to do whatrsquos right even when no one is around Missis-sippi is friendliness as we wave at drivers we meet in the roadItrsquos a joy in the heart that others canrsquot understand
mdash Joe T Massey Bruce
Outside my kitchen window I seeIe tree farm across the roadIe big water oak in the front yardTwo fox squirrels chasing around itDaEodils and azaleas in bloomHummingbirds Gitting lsquoround their feederItrsquos springtime in MississippiOutside my kitchen window
mdash Jo Anna Knippers Tylertown
Ie two of us my spouse and I were born up North Yankees born and bred
A year and a half ago we chose to move to Mississippi to live instead
Mississippi is our new home wersquore proud to sayLiving in the country now we wouldnrsquot have it any other wayIank you Mississippi for letting us into your homeWhere we get to see all kinds of wildlife roamWersquore Yankees no more wersquore Rebels insteadMississippi is now where we earn our daily bread
mdash Dr Frances Silva Yazoo City
Our Homeplace
Whatrsquos Mississippi to youWhat makes you proud to be a Mississippian What do you treasuremost about life in our state Send your thoughts to Today in Missis-sippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158 or email them tonewsepaofmscom Please keep your comments brief Submissionsare subject to editing
My OpinionMichael Callahan
Executive Vice PresidentCEOEPAs of Mississippi
Peter Blakeneyrsquos exhilaration is evi-dent as he launches on his first bikeride without training wheels Eliza-beth Blakeney a Singing RiverElectric member in Gautiersnapped his big moment and sub-mitted it to our ldquoPicture Thisrdquo fea-ture See more photos of kids at playon pages 4-5
On the cover
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 3
JOIN TODAY IN MISSISSIPPIO N F A C E B O O K
In April 1863 a Union calvary brigade led by Gen Benjamin Grierson destroyedportions of the Vicksburg-Meridian railroad and burned the depot at the town ofNewton Station (now Newton) A state historical marker recalls Griersonrsquos Raid atthe rebuilt depot Gen Ulysses S Grant ordered the statewide raid to distract Con-federates defending Vicksburg and to disrupt their supply and communicationlines The 1959 movie ldquoThe Horse Soldiersrdquo starring John Wayne is a fictionalaccount based on the Battle of Newton Station
4 Today in Mississippi April 2013
Selected photos from readersrsquo submissions1 Future pastry chef Jonah Pannell rolls out dough Photo byWanda Farrar Olive Branch2 Itrsquos Fatherrsquos Day but Colby Ryan Conerly 2 is having all the funPhoto by Leigh Conerly Vicksburg Yazoo Valley EPA member3 Sawyer Andrews demonstrates the effects of static electricityPhoto by Jennifer Andrews Huntsville Ala4 Amelia Graham plays at playing piano Photo by Karen GrahamPascagoula5 Evie Kayte Chism 16 months catches a Gulf breeze Photo byLeigh Ann Chism Hamilton Monroe County EPA member6 Need hay Logan Cushman delivers Photo by Michelle CushmanMorton Southern Pine EPA member7 Baby bikers Austin Gardner and Grace Kolbo at age 2 Photo byEadie Camp Petal
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8 Carter Nunley kicks up his heels Photo by HopeNunley Carrollton Delta EPA member
KidsatPlay
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 5
14 What would boys do without mud Toland Wilkes packs it on at hisgranddadrsquos lake Photo by Becky Wilkes Mathiston 4-County EPA member15 It may impress the girls now but hersquoll have to lose that bucket in a fewyears Photo by Teresa Breland Perkinston16 Micah Jon Burnham 3 wants to play with kitty but kittyrsquos not sosure Photo by Shirley Burnham Prentiss Southern Pine EPA member17 Cole Bryant 6 celebrates scoring a goal at his soccer game Photo byMelissa Russo Gulfport Coast EPA member
Next ldquoPicture Thisrdquo theme Country LifeWhatrsquos so great about living (or visiting) in rural Mississippi The answerlies in your photographs We want your impressions of country life for thenext ldquoPicture Thisrdquo feature Deadline is June 10 Get submission guidelinesat wwwtodayinmississippicom newsepaofmscom or 601-605-8600
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9 From left Bradon Williams Emry Williams and Sadie Williams play lawn games Photo by BrandieWilliams Nettleton10 Stephen Boler 4 ends the day fishing with his Spiderman rod and reel Photo by Bruce Mitchell Bailey
11 From left Stacy Graber Ashton Graber andKirby Graber are soaked and loving it Photo byAmy J Graber Brooksville 4-County EPA mem-ber12 Caleb Hunter Oswalt 15 months getscaught playing in the dishwasher Photo by Deb-bie Oswalt Caledonia Monroe County EPA mem-ber13 Puppies get a trampoline lesson from GracieJenkins 4 Photo by Millie Byrd McLain SingingRiver EPA member
10
6 Today in Mississippi April 2013
By Debbie StringerWhether walking running biking or
skating recreational trail use beneEts themind and spirit as well as the body byintroducing nature into the workoutldquoI have had people tell me that they
moved here because of the trail systemrdquosaid Ridgeland Mayor Gene McGeewhose city just opened a trailhead pavil-ion for its multi-use nonmotorized trailsystemRidgeland Greenwood Tunica and
West Point are among the Mississippicities who have (or are building) trailsfor non-motorized use and in somecases horseback ridingIn northeast Mississippi municipal
and county governments formed a recre-
ational district to develop a Rails-to-Trails recreational project spanning threecountiesHere are some highlights from these
trail projects
bull As Greenwoodrsquos new Yazoo RiverTrail nears completion the Delta Gar-den Club is partnering with the city andother volunteers to establish a butterFygarden of native plants and a monarchbutterFy ldquowaystationrdquo at the trail sitenear downtown Greenwood A waysta-tion is a place that provides naturalhabitat for monarch migration andreproductionldquoAfter seeing the work the City of
Greenwood was putting into the YazooRiver Trail we knew we wanted to be apart of it Because our state plays such acritical role in the monarch butterFiesrsquomigration we felt that would be the per-fect project for us to work on and devel-oprdquo said Britt Hammons-Carter club
presidentWork is expected to
begin on the butterFygarden this month GeDelta Garden Club wasawarded a GardenClubs of MississippiNature Trail Grant tofund the projectGe Yazoo River
Trail lies on city-ownedproperty comprising 45acres of meadows andnative hardwoods
including a thick stand of willow thatserves as a food source for both butter-Fies and caterpillars A limestone pathleads visitors past the willows and intothe butterFy garden site another path
branches oD for a winding journeythrough the bottomland forest borderingthe riverRich in wildlife the area is now
known as the Greenwood Yazoo RiverNatural Area and has been accepted intothe Mississippi Natural Heritage Pro-gram based on the plant and animalspecies it supportsFor more information visit
wwwgreenwoodmscom or call Green-wood City Hall at 662-453-2246
bull Ridgelandrsquos 146-mile multi-use non-motorized trail system connects theNatchez Trace Parkway the MississippiCraft Center Ross Barnett Reservoir anda shopping area Although located in a busy urban
center much of Ridgelandrsquos trail systemwinds through wooded areas One trailfollows a local section of the NatchezTrace Parkway ending at a scenic over-look on the reservoirGe city recently opened a new
1500-square-foot trailhead pavilion thatincludes two sheltered picnic tables two
restrooms a bike rack a bicycle servicestand and a parking lot made of recycledasphalt Ge service stand donated byJackson Metro Cyclists includes toolsnecessary for changing a Fat and otherbasic repairs Ge pavilion is located nearthe intersection of Rice Road and LakeHarbor DriveRidgeland a recognized Bicycle
Friendly Community also has speciallydesignated mountain bike trails andbike rentals are availableA multi-use trail map is available at
wwwvisitridgelandcom For informa-tion call 800-468-6078 or 601-605-5252
bull After a year of construction Tunicaheld a ribbon-cutting ceremony inMarch for its two new bike trailsldquoWe are getting calls from everywhere
[from people] wanting more informa-tionrdquo said Lynn Ryals executive directorof Tunica Main Street which fundedthe projectGe longer of the two trails is a 27-
mile round-trip path running along OldHighway 61 from Rivergate Park inTunica to DeSoto County where it con-nects with a DeSoto trailGe other trail is a 13-mile loop con-
necting Rivergate Park and Mhoon
Paths tofitnessUrban recreational trails boost quality of life while attracting visitorsmdashand new residents
Ridgelandrsquos new trailhead pavilion left provides rest-rooms and other amenities to refresh users of the cityrsquos146-mile multi-use trail system Jackson Metro Cyclistsdonated a service stand for cyclists to use in makingbasic bike repairs
The Yazoo River Trail in downtown Greenwood leads users around a stand ofwillow top photo and through a bottomland forest above on city-ownedproperty bordering the Yazoo River
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 7
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Landing Park located on the MississippiRiver in Tunica County Cyclists can usea rest stop at the seven-mile pointldquoIe trails share the road and they are
in Hat Delta landrdquo Ryals said ldquoYou willgo through some wooded areas and someopen sunny spots You can see a varietyof wildlife from ducks in the streams torabbits along the roadrdquoTo download or request a bike trail
map go to wwwtunicamainstreetcomor call 662-363-6611
bull Spring is an especially beautiful time ofyear along the Kitty Bryan Dill Memori-al Parkway which links Gve manicuredurban parks with a paved wooded pathA Rails-to-Trails Parkway begun in
1991 the 5-foot-wide concrete pathextends for 375 milesldquoWest Point was extremely fortunate
to be able to develop a portion of theCampG Railroad that ran through theheart of downtown into our parkwaywhen that portion of the line was re-
routed It has been and continues to be abeautiful addition to downtown WestPointrdquo said Cynthia Wilson director ofCommunity Development and WestPoint Main Street at West PointClayCounty Community Growth AllianceLighted at night by old-fashioned
lamp posts walkways lead users to gaze-bos arbors water fountains and a wind-mill Ie parkwayrsquos greenspace is lushneatly tended and shaded by large nativehardwoods Benches oFer a place to rest
visit take pic-tures or simplyenjoy the viewIn the SallyKate WintersPark benchessurround anold-fashionedbandstandIe park-
way is also thesite of specialevents includ-ing the cityrsquosannual PrairieArts FestivalManaged
by the West PointClay County Com-munity Growth Alliance the parkwaywas designated in 2005 by the USDepartment of the Interior as a NationalRecreational TrailFor information call the Alliance at
662-494-5121 or visit wwwwest-pointmsorg
bull Ie 44-mile Tanglefoot Trail in northMississippi is tentatively scheduled toopen in July after some seven years ofdevelopment Ie Rails-to-Trails projectis being built on the former Mississippi-Tennessee Railroad corridor runningthrough Chickasaw Pontotoc andUnion counties from New Albany toHoustonIe multi-use recreational trail con-
sists of a 10-foot-wide asphalt path withgateway buildings (welcome centers) inNew Albany Pontotoc and Houstonand ldquowhistle stopsrdquo in Ingomar EcruAlgoma and New Houlka Ie whistlestops will provide user parking rest-rooms water fountains picnic tables andbike racksIe GMampO Rails-to-Trails Recre-
ational District was formed in 2006 tocreate the trailIe trail was named after the narrow-
gauge engine used during constructionof the railroad in 1872Tanglefoot Trail is closed to the pub-
lic until its completion this summerIree Rivers Planning and DevelopmentDistrict posts trail updates at its websitewwwtrpddcomnews
For more information on hiking andbiking trails throughout Mississippi go towwwvisitmississippiorg or call 866-SEEMISS (733-6477) Visit wwwmdwfpcomfor information on hiking trails in stateparks
A scenic path links five localparks along the 375-mile KittyBryan Dill Memorial Parkwayin West Point
8 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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ou can get a real goodlook at the ShirleyHouse in the VicksburgNational Military Parknow that they havestarted clearing out the
mass of trees planted there by theCCC duringthe GreatDepressionback in the1930s Therewere so manytrees that asan eighthgrader on afield trip toVicksburg inthe 1960s Iwonderedhow in theworld they ever managed to have awar there You couldnrsquot see 10 feet infront of your face much less get a shotat anybodyProbably one of the most promi-
nent places where the deforestationhas occurred is shortly after you enterthe tour road Beyond a few twists andturns you round a rather sharp left theother side of a little rise When theroad opens up again before you is awonderful vista of rising hills and gul-lies crowned by the magnificentIllinois Memorial a round domedbuilding modeled after the Pantheon
MississippiSeen
by Walt Grayson
It took quite a war to purchase all of this peacefulness The imposing IllinoisMemorial is flanked with a survivor of the Siege of Vicksburg the Shirley House in
the Vicksburg National Military Park Photo Walt Grayson
in Rome about a half-mile awayBut sitting next to the Illinois
Memorial is a house that at first mayseem out of place in a military parkAnd had it met the same fate as itsneighbors it wouldnrsquot be hereOne hundred fifty years ago this
spring during the Civil War UnionGen Grant trapped Confederate GenPemberton in Vicksburg and laid siegeto the city eventually starving out theConfederates As the Confederatesrushed into Vicksburg time was of theessence because the Union troops wereright behind themOne of the orders given by the
Confederate commanders was to burnall the houses out where the battle lineswere likely to end up so that the Unioncould get no use or shelter from themThe other homes around the ShirleyHouse had already been torched andthis one was about to go The only thingthat saved it was Adeline Shirley wife ofJudge James Shirley owners of thehome who begged the soldier sent toburn it not to do so Just as he was start-ing to set it ablaze anyway the Unionarmy topped the rise to the east Thesoldier ran away and the house wassavedWell it may have been saved but it
was never lived in again After beingcaught in the crossfire for 47 days dur-ing the siege the house was pretty muchtorn up The Union army used it as a
smallpox hospital for a short while afterthe fighting ended After that the housewas deserted and left to the elementsBut when plans for the Vicksburg
Park were under way Alice Shirley oneof the Shirley children donated thehouse to the War Department for inclu-sion in the park She stipulated that thehouse be restored to the way it lookedbefore the war and that her parentsrsquobodies be moved from the VicksburgCemetery to graves in the backyard Itwas and they wereThe Shirley House is rarely open for
tours Just not enough staff for thatHowever chances are you may catch itopen more often over the next few weeksas the park observes the 150th anniver-sary of the siege that took place fromMay until July 1863 with special eventsincluding a big reenactment of one ofthe battles set for Memorial Day week-endThe Shirley House was a serene coun-
try estate before the war Originally itwas called Wexford Lodge Now 150years later it is still in a serene settingonly now it has a model of the Pantheonin its side yard
While other homes blazed ShirleyHouse survived due to stroke of luck
Walt Grayson is the host of ldquoMississippiRoadsrdquo on Mississippi Public Broadcastingtelevision and the author of two ldquoLookingAround Mississippirdquo books and ldquoOh ThatReminds Me More Mississippi HomegrownStoriesrdquo Contact Grayson atwaltwaltgraysoncom
Y
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 9
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hat is it about nostalgiathat is so terribly appeal-ing The question is easilyasked and I hear it oftenBut the responses suitable
for answering such a perplexing probeare remarkably difficult to formulateThere simply are too many variables
Age is one cause for this somewhatmisplaced longing Years forward tend todim the truth of years past and we maywish things could be as they were in thegood old days
There is meritin such thinkingYesterday was atime of simplici-ty Today how-ever is filledwith complexityThat could holdtrue regardless ofthe era for the19th century waslikely more com-plex than the 18th particularly for thosewhose lives spanned some of both Andthe 20th century was increasingly morecomplex than the 19th and so on
You I am sure grasp the process hereoutlined So it is not fully unnatural todesire a simple less hectic world But welive in the world of today and perhaps
tomorrow not in yesterday Still weache and wonder for much of what hasslipped past many times unnoticed untilit no longer exists
Age aside there is still a powerful lureassociated with the past It is evidencedin those faryounger thanI whobecome curi-ous aboutpeople of thepast and thelives theylived
On arecentSaturday evening I was privileged topresent my 18th century program for alarge group at Moselle Baptist Church inJones County Among the 500 or sothere a great many were young peo-plemdashchildren teens young adults Alllistened intently They fondled long-hunter shirts and a wool capote and acanvas greatcoat and forged knives andcopper corn boilers and buckskin moc-casins and a flintlock rifle They wereenthralled by a flint-and-steel fire kit
They touched a heavy wool blanketrolled onto a tump line a system andproduct exactly like that used by suchpersonalities as Daniel Boone in 1770
They admired my battered andstained leggings over canvas knee breech-es both now showing extensive wearfrom a decade of heavy use
More recently I set up and tended abooth for Primitive Archer magazine atthe Pre-Spring Arrow Fling at TannehillState Historical Park near BirminghamAgain there were hundreds in atten-dance many of them youngsters andmost shooting the target ranges Othersjust curious
This is a traditional-only gatheringand some truly impressive glass-and-wood recurves were in use these trueworks of art But there was also anincreasing number of all-wood bows invarious styles another step back in time
My own Osage and bamboo longbowbacked with copperheads coupled witha Plains-Style leather quiver decorated
with feathers and beads and holdingcedar arrows gave pause for each passer-by to stop and stare Wonderment filledtheir eyes and many had to ask how itperformed Quite wonderfully I mustsay Remember Native Americans fedentire villages with the sweet meat ofbison taken with such gear
Events such as these two mentionedconvince me more completely each timeI attend them that there is somethinginherent in many that prompts them toexplore the past Why and what I stilldonrsquot know for sure
But for me it is the reward of beingmore closely in touch with self and theenvironment It is the requirement that Irely more on myself and my companionsthan on technology and gadgetry It isthe realization that I can be content withvery little can live a full life minus theexternal stimuli of obnoxious noise andthe latest contrivances touted by adver-tising as essential
It is reaching the experienced conclu-sion that had I been one from the past Icould have as they did survived thenormal and regular hardships of a diffi-cult but simple life Plus it is all funthis playing the Old Days game
And these are all ample justificationto take leave of today and step back toyesterday from time to time
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MississippiOutdoors
by Tony Kinton
Taking leave of today to step back
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Biscuit Smith of Thundervalley Archery makers of the Snuffer and Magnus broadheads explains the finer pointsof arrow flight to new converts From left are Biscuit Smith Michael Grappin Deaven Grappin Amy Grappin andDestin Grappin Michael and his two sons just completed their first Osage (wood) bows The Grappins are CentralElectric Power Association members in Leake County Old-day tools left photo were highly effective NativeAmericans fed entire villages with bison taken with wooden bows and arrows Photos Tony Kinton
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 11
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12 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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EMPowers
Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
Co-op Connections Business Spotlight
14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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CongratulationsThese Today in Mississippi readers will receive a free copy
of ldquoIn Good Taste Recipes for Healthy Livingrdquo complimentsof the Jackson Heart Clinic
Thanks to all who entered our cookbook drawing
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bull Shelli Rutledge Greenvillebull Betty Walker Starkville
bull Edwina Womack Bogue Chitto
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
Over the years technology has madethe way we live easier safer andmore convenient In many cases itrsquos even made many products moreaffordablehellip (remember how muchthe first VCR used to cost) Now ifyou need some help in turning up thevolume on the world around you anew solution has been inventedhellipitrsquos called Perfect Choice HDtrade
Perfect Choice HD is NOT a hearingaid Hearing aids can only be sold byan audiologist or a licensed hearinginstrument specialistfollowing hearingtests and fitting appointments Oncethey have you testedand fitted you couldpay as much as $5000for the product
Reading glasses foryour ears Whilesome people needhearing aids manyjust need the extraboost in volume thata PSAP gives them As people agetheir senses need a little ldquohelprdquo
Reading glasses help millions whodonrsquot need prescription eye wearand PSAPrsquos can help those who simply want to turn up the volumeNow thanks to the efforts of thedoctor who leads a renowned hearing institute there is PerfectChoice HD Itrsquos a PSAP designed to accurately amplify sounds and deliver them to your ear Becausewersquove developed an efficient production process we can make agreat product at an affordable priceThe unit has been designed to have
an easily accessible battery but it is small and lightweight enough tohide behind your earhellip only yoursquollknow you have it on Itrsquos comfortableand wonrsquot make you feel like youhave something stuck in your ear It provides high quality audio sosounds and conversations will beeasier to hear and understand
We want you to be happy with Perfect Choice HD so we are offering to let you try it for yourselfwith our exclusive home trial If you are not totally satisfied with
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Are you or a loved one frustrated
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New Personal Sound Amplification Product is the affordable solution
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EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 19
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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he National Rural Electric Coop-erative Association recently heldits annual meeting in NewOrleans Ie annual meeting is anopportunity for electric coopera-
tive leaders from across the country to meetshare ideas and give direction to our nationalassociation on key issues aEecting electric co-opsOne of the many speakers was Erskine
Bowles who served as Bill Clintonrsquos chief ofstaE and served as co-chair of PresidentObamarsquos National Commission on FiscalResponsibility and ReformMr Bowles who receives many invitations
to speak said he was addressing the co-opsbecause he wanted to make sure his message ofhow to Fx our national crisis got to Main StreetAmerica and he couldnrsquot think of anyone betterto deliver it than electric co-op leaders acrossthe countryAs I listened to his presentation I thought
his views of the Fve problems the USA mustaddress were interesting and worth sharing withour readers Here are his viewpoints1 Health care Ie USA spends two times asmuch on health care as other countries but canonly muster ratings from 25th to 50th Ie newhealth care law is going to lead to cost shiftswithin the industry higher taxes and higherinsurance rates2 National defense Ie USA spends more ondefense than the next 17 countries combined(Iis includes China Russia Great BritainFrance and Germany) We have to quit beingthe police oHcer of the world In fact MrBowles pointed out the chairman of the JointChiefs has identiFed that our greatest nationalsecurity threat is not terrorist but our evergrowing deFcits To go to war with China wewould Frst have to borrow money from them3 Tax code It is stupid ineHcient and makes
us globally uncompetitive Ie USA netted $13trillion in income taxes last year4 Social security Over the next decade socialsecurity will run a $900 billion cash deFcit(more paid out than taken in) If some action isnot taken quickly the system will be broke by2031 or sooner When FDR started the pro-gram you had to be 65 years of age to drawIe average life expectancy was 62 Today youcan draw at 62 and you likely will live to 79Iat is not sustainable5 Compound interest Ie USA spends $230billion just on our interest payments and thatrsquoslow in this low-rate environment If rates werejust average that number would jump to $650billion So all you folks with CDs earning zipnow you know why the Federal Reserve is hold-ing rates at zeroMr Bowles went on to say that we cannot
tax our way out of this Taxes will not make upfor the changing demographics of the countrynor can they control health care cost We alsocannot ldquocutrdquo our way out of these problemssuch cuts would be devastating to our fragileeconomy Mr Bowles did predict sequestrationwould occur (he was correct) and that it wouldcost the country roughly 750000 jobs in 2013If you would like more information visit his
website at wwwFxthedebtorg
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Today in MississippiOFFICERSKevin Doddridge - President Brad Robison - First Vice PresidentWayne Henson - Second Vice PresidentRandy Wallace - SecretaryTreasurer
EDITORIAL STAFFMichael Callahan - Executive Vice PresidentCEORon Stewart - Sr Vice President CommunicationsMark Bridges - Manager Support ServicesJay Swindle - Manager AdvertisingDebbie H Stringer - EditorAbby Berry - Communications SpecialistRickey McMillan - Graphics SpecialistLinda Hutcherson - Administrative Assistant
EDITORIAL OFFICE amp ADVERTISING601-605-8600 Acceptance of advertising by Today inMississippi does not imply endorsementof the advertised product or services bythe publisher or Mississippirsquos ElectricPower Associations Product satisfactionand delivery responsibility lie solely withthe advertiserbull National advertising representative National Country Market 800-626-1181
Circulation of this issue 462230Non-member subscription price $950 per year
T oday in Mississippi (ISSN 1052-2433) ispublished eleven times a year (Jan-Nov) by Electric Power Associations ofMississippi Inc PO Box 3300 Ridge-land MS 39158-3300 or 665 HighlandColony Parkway Ridgeland MS 39157Phone 601-605-8600 Periodicalpostage paid at Ridgeland MS andadditional office The publisher (andorits agent) reserves the right to refuse oredit all advertisingPOSTMASTER Send address changesto Today PO Box 3300 RidgelandMS 39158-3300
The Official Publication of the Electric Power Associations of MississippiVol 66 No 4
Visit us online atwwwtodayinmississippicom
Mississippi is hospitality friendliness caring about your neighbor homeand serving God Iere is nothing any better
mdash Vonceil Broome Sumrall
Mississippi is having integrity instilled inside us in early child-hood to do whatrsquos right even when no one is around Missis-sippi is friendliness as we wave at drivers we meet in the roadItrsquos a joy in the heart that others canrsquot understand
mdash Joe T Massey Bruce
Outside my kitchen window I seeIe tree farm across the roadIe big water oak in the front yardTwo fox squirrels chasing around itDaEodils and azaleas in bloomHummingbirds Gitting lsquoround their feederItrsquos springtime in MississippiOutside my kitchen window
mdash Jo Anna Knippers Tylertown
Ie two of us my spouse and I were born up North Yankees born and bred
A year and a half ago we chose to move to Mississippi to live instead
Mississippi is our new home wersquore proud to sayLiving in the country now we wouldnrsquot have it any other wayIank you Mississippi for letting us into your homeWhere we get to see all kinds of wildlife roamWersquore Yankees no more wersquore Rebels insteadMississippi is now where we earn our daily bread
mdash Dr Frances Silva Yazoo City
Our Homeplace
Whatrsquos Mississippi to youWhat makes you proud to be a Mississippian What do you treasuremost about life in our state Send your thoughts to Today in Missis-sippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158 or email them tonewsepaofmscom Please keep your comments brief Submissionsare subject to editing
My OpinionMichael Callahan
Executive Vice PresidentCEOEPAs of Mississippi
Peter Blakeneyrsquos exhilaration is evi-dent as he launches on his first bikeride without training wheels Eliza-beth Blakeney a Singing RiverElectric member in Gautiersnapped his big moment and sub-mitted it to our ldquoPicture Thisrdquo fea-ture See more photos of kids at playon pages 4-5
On the cover
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 3
JOIN TODAY IN MISSISSIPPIO N F A C E B O O K
In April 1863 a Union calvary brigade led by Gen Benjamin Grierson destroyedportions of the Vicksburg-Meridian railroad and burned the depot at the town ofNewton Station (now Newton) A state historical marker recalls Griersonrsquos Raid atthe rebuilt depot Gen Ulysses S Grant ordered the statewide raid to distract Con-federates defending Vicksburg and to disrupt their supply and communicationlines The 1959 movie ldquoThe Horse Soldiersrdquo starring John Wayne is a fictionalaccount based on the Battle of Newton Station
4 Today in Mississippi April 2013
Selected photos from readersrsquo submissions1 Future pastry chef Jonah Pannell rolls out dough Photo byWanda Farrar Olive Branch2 Itrsquos Fatherrsquos Day but Colby Ryan Conerly 2 is having all the funPhoto by Leigh Conerly Vicksburg Yazoo Valley EPA member3 Sawyer Andrews demonstrates the effects of static electricityPhoto by Jennifer Andrews Huntsville Ala4 Amelia Graham plays at playing piano Photo by Karen GrahamPascagoula5 Evie Kayte Chism 16 months catches a Gulf breeze Photo byLeigh Ann Chism Hamilton Monroe County EPA member6 Need hay Logan Cushman delivers Photo by Michelle CushmanMorton Southern Pine EPA member7 Baby bikers Austin Gardner and Grace Kolbo at age 2 Photo byEadie Camp Petal
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8 Carter Nunley kicks up his heels Photo by HopeNunley Carrollton Delta EPA member
KidsatPlay
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 5
14 What would boys do without mud Toland Wilkes packs it on at hisgranddadrsquos lake Photo by Becky Wilkes Mathiston 4-County EPA member15 It may impress the girls now but hersquoll have to lose that bucket in a fewyears Photo by Teresa Breland Perkinston16 Micah Jon Burnham 3 wants to play with kitty but kittyrsquos not sosure Photo by Shirley Burnham Prentiss Southern Pine EPA member17 Cole Bryant 6 celebrates scoring a goal at his soccer game Photo byMelissa Russo Gulfport Coast EPA member
Next ldquoPicture Thisrdquo theme Country LifeWhatrsquos so great about living (or visiting) in rural Mississippi The answerlies in your photographs We want your impressions of country life for thenext ldquoPicture Thisrdquo feature Deadline is June 10 Get submission guidelinesat wwwtodayinmississippicom newsepaofmscom or 601-605-8600
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9 From left Bradon Williams Emry Williams and Sadie Williams play lawn games Photo by BrandieWilliams Nettleton10 Stephen Boler 4 ends the day fishing with his Spiderman rod and reel Photo by Bruce Mitchell Bailey
11 From left Stacy Graber Ashton Graber andKirby Graber are soaked and loving it Photo byAmy J Graber Brooksville 4-County EPA mem-ber12 Caleb Hunter Oswalt 15 months getscaught playing in the dishwasher Photo by Deb-bie Oswalt Caledonia Monroe County EPA mem-ber13 Puppies get a trampoline lesson from GracieJenkins 4 Photo by Millie Byrd McLain SingingRiver EPA member
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6 Today in Mississippi April 2013
By Debbie StringerWhether walking running biking or
skating recreational trail use beneEts themind and spirit as well as the body byintroducing nature into the workoutldquoI have had people tell me that they
moved here because of the trail systemrdquosaid Ridgeland Mayor Gene McGeewhose city just opened a trailhead pavil-ion for its multi-use nonmotorized trailsystemRidgeland Greenwood Tunica and
West Point are among the Mississippicities who have (or are building) trailsfor non-motorized use and in somecases horseback ridingIn northeast Mississippi municipal
and county governments formed a recre-
ational district to develop a Rails-to-Trails recreational project spanning threecountiesHere are some highlights from these
trail projects
bull As Greenwoodrsquos new Yazoo RiverTrail nears completion the Delta Gar-den Club is partnering with the city andother volunteers to establish a butterFygarden of native plants and a monarchbutterFy ldquowaystationrdquo at the trail sitenear downtown Greenwood A waysta-tion is a place that provides naturalhabitat for monarch migration andreproductionldquoAfter seeing the work the City of
Greenwood was putting into the YazooRiver Trail we knew we wanted to be apart of it Because our state plays such acritical role in the monarch butterFiesrsquomigration we felt that would be the per-fect project for us to work on and devel-oprdquo said Britt Hammons-Carter club
presidentWork is expected to
begin on the butterFygarden this month GeDelta Garden Club wasawarded a GardenClubs of MississippiNature Trail Grant tofund the projectGe Yazoo River
Trail lies on city-ownedproperty comprising 45acres of meadows andnative hardwoods
including a thick stand of willow thatserves as a food source for both butter-Fies and caterpillars A limestone pathleads visitors past the willows and intothe butterFy garden site another path
branches oD for a winding journeythrough the bottomland forest borderingthe riverRich in wildlife the area is now
known as the Greenwood Yazoo RiverNatural Area and has been accepted intothe Mississippi Natural Heritage Pro-gram based on the plant and animalspecies it supportsFor more information visit
wwwgreenwoodmscom or call Green-wood City Hall at 662-453-2246
bull Ridgelandrsquos 146-mile multi-use non-motorized trail system connects theNatchez Trace Parkway the MississippiCraft Center Ross Barnett Reservoir anda shopping area Although located in a busy urban
center much of Ridgelandrsquos trail systemwinds through wooded areas One trailfollows a local section of the NatchezTrace Parkway ending at a scenic over-look on the reservoirGe city recently opened a new
1500-square-foot trailhead pavilion thatincludes two sheltered picnic tables two
restrooms a bike rack a bicycle servicestand and a parking lot made of recycledasphalt Ge service stand donated byJackson Metro Cyclists includes toolsnecessary for changing a Fat and otherbasic repairs Ge pavilion is located nearthe intersection of Rice Road and LakeHarbor DriveRidgeland a recognized Bicycle
Friendly Community also has speciallydesignated mountain bike trails andbike rentals are availableA multi-use trail map is available at
wwwvisitridgelandcom For informa-tion call 800-468-6078 or 601-605-5252
bull After a year of construction Tunicaheld a ribbon-cutting ceremony inMarch for its two new bike trailsldquoWe are getting calls from everywhere
[from people] wanting more informa-tionrdquo said Lynn Ryals executive directorof Tunica Main Street which fundedthe projectGe longer of the two trails is a 27-
mile round-trip path running along OldHighway 61 from Rivergate Park inTunica to DeSoto County where it con-nects with a DeSoto trailGe other trail is a 13-mile loop con-
necting Rivergate Park and Mhoon
Paths tofitnessUrban recreational trails boost quality of life while attracting visitorsmdashand new residents
Ridgelandrsquos new trailhead pavilion left provides rest-rooms and other amenities to refresh users of the cityrsquos146-mile multi-use trail system Jackson Metro Cyclistsdonated a service stand for cyclists to use in makingbasic bike repairs
The Yazoo River Trail in downtown Greenwood leads users around a stand ofwillow top photo and through a bottomland forest above on city-ownedproperty bordering the Yazoo River
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 7
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Landing Park located on the MississippiRiver in Tunica County Cyclists can usea rest stop at the seven-mile pointldquoIe trails share the road and they are
in Hat Delta landrdquo Ryals said ldquoYou willgo through some wooded areas and someopen sunny spots You can see a varietyof wildlife from ducks in the streams torabbits along the roadrdquoTo download or request a bike trail
map go to wwwtunicamainstreetcomor call 662-363-6611
bull Spring is an especially beautiful time ofyear along the Kitty Bryan Dill Memori-al Parkway which links Gve manicuredurban parks with a paved wooded pathA Rails-to-Trails Parkway begun in
1991 the 5-foot-wide concrete pathextends for 375 milesldquoWest Point was extremely fortunate
to be able to develop a portion of theCampG Railroad that ran through theheart of downtown into our parkwaywhen that portion of the line was re-
routed It has been and continues to be abeautiful addition to downtown WestPointrdquo said Cynthia Wilson director ofCommunity Development and WestPoint Main Street at West PointClayCounty Community Growth AllianceLighted at night by old-fashioned
lamp posts walkways lead users to gaze-bos arbors water fountains and a wind-mill Ie parkwayrsquos greenspace is lushneatly tended and shaded by large nativehardwoods Benches oFer a place to rest
visit take pic-tures or simplyenjoy the viewIn the SallyKate WintersPark benchessurround anold-fashionedbandstandIe park-
way is also thesite of specialevents includ-ing the cityrsquosannual PrairieArts FestivalManaged
by the West PointClay County Com-munity Growth Alliance the parkwaywas designated in 2005 by the USDepartment of the Interior as a NationalRecreational TrailFor information call the Alliance at
662-494-5121 or visit wwwwest-pointmsorg
bull Ie 44-mile Tanglefoot Trail in northMississippi is tentatively scheduled toopen in July after some seven years ofdevelopment Ie Rails-to-Trails projectis being built on the former Mississippi-Tennessee Railroad corridor runningthrough Chickasaw Pontotoc andUnion counties from New Albany toHoustonIe multi-use recreational trail con-
sists of a 10-foot-wide asphalt path withgateway buildings (welcome centers) inNew Albany Pontotoc and Houstonand ldquowhistle stopsrdquo in Ingomar EcruAlgoma and New Houlka Ie whistlestops will provide user parking rest-rooms water fountains picnic tables andbike racksIe GMampO Rails-to-Trails Recre-
ational District was formed in 2006 tocreate the trailIe trail was named after the narrow-
gauge engine used during constructionof the railroad in 1872Tanglefoot Trail is closed to the pub-
lic until its completion this summerIree Rivers Planning and DevelopmentDistrict posts trail updates at its websitewwwtrpddcomnews
For more information on hiking andbiking trails throughout Mississippi go towwwvisitmississippiorg or call 866-SEEMISS (733-6477) Visit wwwmdwfpcomfor information on hiking trails in stateparks
A scenic path links five localparks along the 375-mile KittyBryan Dill Memorial Parkwayin West Point
8 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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ou can get a real goodlook at the ShirleyHouse in the VicksburgNational Military Parknow that they havestarted clearing out the
mass of trees planted there by theCCC duringthe GreatDepressionback in the1930s Therewere so manytrees that asan eighthgrader on afield trip toVicksburg inthe 1960s Iwonderedhow in theworld they ever managed to have awar there You couldnrsquot see 10 feet infront of your face much less get a shotat anybodyProbably one of the most promi-
nent places where the deforestationhas occurred is shortly after you enterthe tour road Beyond a few twists andturns you round a rather sharp left theother side of a little rise When theroad opens up again before you is awonderful vista of rising hills and gul-lies crowned by the magnificentIllinois Memorial a round domedbuilding modeled after the Pantheon
MississippiSeen
by Walt Grayson
It took quite a war to purchase all of this peacefulness The imposing IllinoisMemorial is flanked with a survivor of the Siege of Vicksburg the Shirley House in
the Vicksburg National Military Park Photo Walt Grayson
in Rome about a half-mile awayBut sitting next to the Illinois
Memorial is a house that at first mayseem out of place in a military parkAnd had it met the same fate as itsneighbors it wouldnrsquot be hereOne hundred fifty years ago this
spring during the Civil War UnionGen Grant trapped Confederate GenPemberton in Vicksburg and laid siegeto the city eventually starving out theConfederates As the Confederatesrushed into Vicksburg time was of theessence because the Union troops wereright behind themOne of the orders given by the
Confederate commanders was to burnall the houses out where the battle lineswere likely to end up so that the Unioncould get no use or shelter from themThe other homes around the ShirleyHouse had already been torched andthis one was about to go The only thingthat saved it was Adeline Shirley wife ofJudge James Shirley owners of thehome who begged the soldier sent toburn it not to do so Just as he was start-ing to set it ablaze anyway the Unionarmy topped the rise to the east Thesoldier ran away and the house wassavedWell it may have been saved but it
was never lived in again After beingcaught in the crossfire for 47 days dur-ing the siege the house was pretty muchtorn up The Union army used it as a
smallpox hospital for a short while afterthe fighting ended After that the housewas deserted and left to the elementsBut when plans for the Vicksburg
Park were under way Alice Shirley oneof the Shirley children donated thehouse to the War Department for inclu-sion in the park She stipulated that thehouse be restored to the way it lookedbefore the war and that her parentsrsquobodies be moved from the VicksburgCemetery to graves in the backyard Itwas and they wereThe Shirley House is rarely open for
tours Just not enough staff for thatHowever chances are you may catch itopen more often over the next few weeksas the park observes the 150th anniver-sary of the siege that took place fromMay until July 1863 with special eventsincluding a big reenactment of one ofthe battles set for Memorial Day week-endThe Shirley House was a serene coun-
try estate before the war Originally itwas called Wexford Lodge Now 150years later it is still in a serene settingonly now it has a model of the Pantheonin its side yard
While other homes blazed ShirleyHouse survived due to stroke of luck
Walt Grayson is the host of ldquoMississippiRoadsrdquo on Mississippi Public Broadcastingtelevision and the author of two ldquoLookingAround Mississippirdquo books and ldquoOh ThatReminds Me More Mississippi HomegrownStoriesrdquo Contact Grayson atwaltwaltgraysoncom
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 9
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hat is it about nostalgiathat is so terribly appeal-ing The question is easilyasked and I hear it oftenBut the responses suitable
for answering such a perplexing probeare remarkably difficult to formulateThere simply are too many variables
Age is one cause for this somewhatmisplaced longing Years forward tend todim the truth of years past and we maywish things could be as they were in thegood old days
There is meritin such thinkingYesterday was atime of simplici-ty Today how-ever is filledwith complexityThat could holdtrue regardless ofthe era for the19th century waslikely more com-plex than the 18th particularly for thosewhose lives spanned some of both Andthe 20th century was increasingly morecomplex than the 19th and so on
You I am sure grasp the process hereoutlined So it is not fully unnatural todesire a simple less hectic world But welive in the world of today and perhaps
tomorrow not in yesterday Still weache and wonder for much of what hasslipped past many times unnoticed untilit no longer exists
Age aside there is still a powerful lureassociated with the past It is evidencedin those faryounger thanI whobecome curi-ous aboutpeople of thepast and thelives theylived
On arecentSaturday evening I was privileged topresent my 18th century program for alarge group at Moselle Baptist Church inJones County Among the 500 or sothere a great many were young peo-plemdashchildren teens young adults Alllistened intently They fondled long-hunter shirts and a wool capote and acanvas greatcoat and forged knives andcopper corn boilers and buckskin moc-casins and a flintlock rifle They wereenthralled by a flint-and-steel fire kit
They touched a heavy wool blanketrolled onto a tump line a system andproduct exactly like that used by suchpersonalities as Daniel Boone in 1770
They admired my battered andstained leggings over canvas knee breech-es both now showing extensive wearfrom a decade of heavy use
More recently I set up and tended abooth for Primitive Archer magazine atthe Pre-Spring Arrow Fling at TannehillState Historical Park near BirminghamAgain there were hundreds in atten-dance many of them youngsters andmost shooting the target ranges Othersjust curious
This is a traditional-only gatheringand some truly impressive glass-and-wood recurves were in use these trueworks of art But there was also anincreasing number of all-wood bows invarious styles another step back in time
My own Osage and bamboo longbowbacked with copperheads coupled witha Plains-Style leather quiver decorated
with feathers and beads and holdingcedar arrows gave pause for each passer-by to stop and stare Wonderment filledtheir eyes and many had to ask how itperformed Quite wonderfully I mustsay Remember Native Americans fedentire villages with the sweet meat ofbison taken with such gear
Events such as these two mentionedconvince me more completely each timeI attend them that there is somethinginherent in many that prompts them toexplore the past Why and what I stilldonrsquot know for sure
But for me it is the reward of beingmore closely in touch with self and theenvironment It is the requirement that Irely more on myself and my companionsthan on technology and gadgetry It isthe realization that I can be content withvery little can live a full life minus theexternal stimuli of obnoxious noise andthe latest contrivances touted by adver-tising as essential
It is reaching the experienced conclu-sion that had I been one from the past Icould have as they did survived thenormal and regular hardships of a diffi-cult but simple life Plus it is all funthis playing the Old Days game
And these are all ample justificationto take leave of today and step back toyesterday from time to time
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MississippiOutdoors
by Tony Kinton
Taking leave of today to step back
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Biscuit Smith of Thundervalley Archery makers of the Snuffer and Magnus broadheads explains the finer pointsof arrow flight to new converts From left are Biscuit Smith Michael Grappin Deaven Grappin Amy Grappin andDestin Grappin Michael and his two sons just completed their first Osage (wood) bows The Grappins are CentralElectric Power Association members in Leake County Old-day tools left photo were highly effective NativeAmericans fed entire villages with bison taken with wooden bows and arrows Photos Tony Kinton
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 11
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12 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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EMPowers
Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
Co-op Connections Business Spotlight
14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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CongratulationsThese Today in Mississippi readers will receive a free copy
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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18 Today in Mississippi April 2013
EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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Selected photos from readersrsquo submissions1 Future pastry chef Jonah Pannell rolls out dough Photo byWanda Farrar Olive Branch2 Itrsquos Fatherrsquos Day but Colby Ryan Conerly 2 is having all the funPhoto by Leigh Conerly Vicksburg Yazoo Valley EPA member3 Sawyer Andrews demonstrates the effects of static electricityPhoto by Jennifer Andrews Huntsville Ala4 Amelia Graham plays at playing piano Photo by Karen GrahamPascagoula5 Evie Kayte Chism 16 months catches a Gulf breeze Photo byLeigh Ann Chism Hamilton Monroe County EPA member6 Need hay Logan Cushman delivers Photo by Michelle CushmanMorton Southern Pine EPA member7 Baby bikers Austin Gardner and Grace Kolbo at age 2 Photo byEadie Camp Petal
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8 Carter Nunley kicks up his heels Photo by HopeNunley Carrollton Delta EPA member
KidsatPlay
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 5
14 What would boys do without mud Toland Wilkes packs it on at hisgranddadrsquos lake Photo by Becky Wilkes Mathiston 4-County EPA member15 It may impress the girls now but hersquoll have to lose that bucket in a fewyears Photo by Teresa Breland Perkinston16 Micah Jon Burnham 3 wants to play with kitty but kittyrsquos not sosure Photo by Shirley Burnham Prentiss Southern Pine EPA member17 Cole Bryant 6 celebrates scoring a goal at his soccer game Photo byMelissa Russo Gulfport Coast EPA member
Next ldquoPicture Thisrdquo theme Country LifeWhatrsquos so great about living (or visiting) in rural Mississippi The answerlies in your photographs We want your impressions of country life for thenext ldquoPicture Thisrdquo feature Deadline is June 10 Get submission guidelinesat wwwtodayinmississippicom newsepaofmscom or 601-605-8600
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9 From left Bradon Williams Emry Williams and Sadie Williams play lawn games Photo by BrandieWilliams Nettleton10 Stephen Boler 4 ends the day fishing with his Spiderman rod and reel Photo by Bruce Mitchell Bailey
11 From left Stacy Graber Ashton Graber andKirby Graber are soaked and loving it Photo byAmy J Graber Brooksville 4-County EPA mem-ber12 Caleb Hunter Oswalt 15 months getscaught playing in the dishwasher Photo by Deb-bie Oswalt Caledonia Monroe County EPA mem-ber13 Puppies get a trampoline lesson from GracieJenkins 4 Photo by Millie Byrd McLain SingingRiver EPA member
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6 Today in Mississippi April 2013
By Debbie StringerWhether walking running biking or
skating recreational trail use beneEts themind and spirit as well as the body byintroducing nature into the workoutldquoI have had people tell me that they
moved here because of the trail systemrdquosaid Ridgeland Mayor Gene McGeewhose city just opened a trailhead pavil-ion for its multi-use nonmotorized trailsystemRidgeland Greenwood Tunica and
West Point are among the Mississippicities who have (or are building) trailsfor non-motorized use and in somecases horseback ridingIn northeast Mississippi municipal
and county governments formed a recre-
ational district to develop a Rails-to-Trails recreational project spanning threecountiesHere are some highlights from these
trail projects
bull As Greenwoodrsquos new Yazoo RiverTrail nears completion the Delta Gar-den Club is partnering with the city andother volunteers to establish a butterFygarden of native plants and a monarchbutterFy ldquowaystationrdquo at the trail sitenear downtown Greenwood A waysta-tion is a place that provides naturalhabitat for monarch migration andreproductionldquoAfter seeing the work the City of
Greenwood was putting into the YazooRiver Trail we knew we wanted to be apart of it Because our state plays such acritical role in the monarch butterFiesrsquomigration we felt that would be the per-fect project for us to work on and devel-oprdquo said Britt Hammons-Carter club
presidentWork is expected to
begin on the butterFygarden this month GeDelta Garden Club wasawarded a GardenClubs of MississippiNature Trail Grant tofund the projectGe Yazoo River
Trail lies on city-ownedproperty comprising 45acres of meadows andnative hardwoods
including a thick stand of willow thatserves as a food source for both butter-Fies and caterpillars A limestone pathleads visitors past the willows and intothe butterFy garden site another path
branches oD for a winding journeythrough the bottomland forest borderingthe riverRich in wildlife the area is now
known as the Greenwood Yazoo RiverNatural Area and has been accepted intothe Mississippi Natural Heritage Pro-gram based on the plant and animalspecies it supportsFor more information visit
wwwgreenwoodmscom or call Green-wood City Hall at 662-453-2246
bull Ridgelandrsquos 146-mile multi-use non-motorized trail system connects theNatchez Trace Parkway the MississippiCraft Center Ross Barnett Reservoir anda shopping area Although located in a busy urban
center much of Ridgelandrsquos trail systemwinds through wooded areas One trailfollows a local section of the NatchezTrace Parkway ending at a scenic over-look on the reservoirGe city recently opened a new
1500-square-foot trailhead pavilion thatincludes two sheltered picnic tables two
restrooms a bike rack a bicycle servicestand and a parking lot made of recycledasphalt Ge service stand donated byJackson Metro Cyclists includes toolsnecessary for changing a Fat and otherbasic repairs Ge pavilion is located nearthe intersection of Rice Road and LakeHarbor DriveRidgeland a recognized Bicycle
Friendly Community also has speciallydesignated mountain bike trails andbike rentals are availableA multi-use trail map is available at
wwwvisitridgelandcom For informa-tion call 800-468-6078 or 601-605-5252
bull After a year of construction Tunicaheld a ribbon-cutting ceremony inMarch for its two new bike trailsldquoWe are getting calls from everywhere
[from people] wanting more informa-tionrdquo said Lynn Ryals executive directorof Tunica Main Street which fundedthe projectGe longer of the two trails is a 27-
mile round-trip path running along OldHighway 61 from Rivergate Park inTunica to DeSoto County where it con-nects with a DeSoto trailGe other trail is a 13-mile loop con-
necting Rivergate Park and Mhoon
Paths tofitnessUrban recreational trails boost quality of life while attracting visitorsmdashand new residents
Ridgelandrsquos new trailhead pavilion left provides rest-rooms and other amenities to refresh users of the cityrsquos146-mile multi-use trail system Jackson Metro Cyclistsdonated a service stand for cyclists to use in makingbasic bike repairs
The Yazoo River Trail in downtown Greenwood leads users around a stand ofwillow top photo and through a bottomland forest above on city-ownedproperty bordering the Yazoo River
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 7
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Landing Park located on the MississippiRiver in Tunica County Cyclists can usea rest stop at the seven-mile pointldquoIe trails share the road and they are
in Hat Delta landrdquo Ryals said ldquoYou willgo through some wooded areas and someopen sunny spots You can see a varietyof wildlife from ducks in the streams torabbits along the roadrdquoTo download or request a bike trail
map go to wwwtunicamainstreetcomor call 662-363-6611
bull Spring is an especially beautiful time ofyear along the Kitty Bryan Dill Memori-al Parkway which links Gve manicuredurban parks with a paved wooded pathA Rails-to-Trails Parkway begun in
1991 the 5-foot-wide concrete pathextends for 375 milesldquoWest Point was extremely fortunate
to be able to develop a portion of theCampG Railroad that ran through theheart of downtown into our parkwaywhen that portion of the line was re-
routed It has been and continues to be abeautiful addition to downtown WestPointrdquo said Cynthia Wilson director ofCommunity Development and WestPoint Main Street at West PointClayCounty Community Growth AllianceLighted at night by old-fashioned
lamp posts walkways lead users to gaze-bos arbors water fountains and a wind-mill Ie parkwayrsquos greenspace is lushneatly tended and shaded by large nativehardwoods Benches oFer a place to rest
visit take pic-tures or simplyenjoy the viewIn the SallyKate WintersPark benchessurround anold-fashionedbandstandIe park-
way is also thesite of specialevents includ-ing the cityrsquosannual PrairieArts FestivalManaged
by the West PointClay County Com-munity Growth Alliance the parkwaywas designated in 2005 by the USDepartment of the Interior as a NationalRecreational TrailFor information call the Alliance at
662-494-5121 or visit wwwwest-pointmsorg
bull Ie 44-mile Tanglefoot Trail in northMississippi is tentatively scheduled toopen in July after some seven years ofdevelopment Ie Rails-to-Trails projectis being built on the former Mississippi-Tennessee Railroad corridor runningthrough Chickasaw Pontotoc andUnion counties from New Albany toHoustonIe multi-use recreational trail con-
sists of a 10-foot-wide asphalt path withgateway buildings (welcome centers) inNew Albany Pontotoc and Houstonand ldquowhistle stopsrdquo in Ingomar EcruAlgoma and New Houlka Ie whistlestops will provide user parking rest-rooms water fountains picnic tables andbike racksIe GMampO Rails-to-Trails Recre-
ational District was formed in 2006 tocreate the trailIe trail was named after the narrow-
gauge engine used during constructionof the railroad in 1872Tanglefoot Trail is closed to the pub-
lic until its completion this summerIree Rivers Planning and DevelopmentDistrict posts trail updates at its websitewwwtrpddcomnews
For more information on hiking andbiking trails throughout Mississippi go towwwvisitmississippiorg or call 866-SEEMISS (733-6477) Visit wwwmdwfpcomfor information on hiking trails in stateparks
A scenic path links five localparks along the 375-mile KittyBryan Dill Memorial Parkwayin West Point
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ou can get a real goodlook at the ShirleyHouse in the VicksburgNational Military Parknow that they havestarted clearing out the
mass of trees planted there by theCCC duringthe GreatDepressionback in the1930s Therewere so manytrees that asan eighthgrader on afield trip toVicksburg inthe 1960s Iwonderedhow in theworld they ever managed to have awar there You couldnrsquot see 10 feet infront of your face much less get a shotat anybodyProbably one of the most promi-
nent places where the deforestationhas occurred is shortly after you enterthe tour road Beyond a few twists andturns you round a rather sharp left theother side of a little rise When theroad opens up again before you is awonderful vista of rising hills and gul-lies crowned by the magnificentIllinois Memorial a round domedbuilding modeled after the Pantheon
MississippiSeen
by Walt Grayson
It took quite a war to purchase all of this peacefulness The imposing IllinoisMemorial is flanked with a survivor of the Siege of Vicksburg the Shirley House in
the Vicksburg National Military Park Photo Walt Grayson
in Rome about a half-mile awayBut sitting next to the Illinois
Memorial is a house that at first mayseem out of place in a military parkAnd had it met the same fate as itsneighbors it wouldnrsquot be hereOne hundred fifty years ago this
spring during the Civil War UnionGen Grant trapped Confederate GenPemberton in Vicksburg and laid siegeto the city eventually starving out theConfederates As the Confederatesrushed into Vicksburg time was of theessence because the Union troops wereright behind themOne of the orders given by the
Confederate commanders was to burnall the houses out where the battle lineswere likely to end up so that the Unioncould get no use or shelter from themThe other homes around the ShirleyHouse had already been torched andthis one was about to go The only thingthat saved it was Adeline Shirley wife ofJudge James Shirley owners of thehome who begged the soldier sent toburn it not to do so Just as he was start-ing to set it ablaze anyway the Unionarmy topped the rise to the east Thesoldier ran away and the house wassavedWell it may have been saved but it
was never lived in again After beingcaught in the crossfire for 47 days dur-ing the siege the house was pretty muchtorn up The Union army used it as a
smallpox hospital for a short while afterthe fighting ended After that the housewas deserted and left to the elementsBut when plans for the Vicksburg
Park were under way Alice Shirley oneof the Shirley children donated thehouse to the War Department for inclu-sion in the park She stipulated that thehouse be restored to the way it lookedbefore the war and that her parentsrsquobodies be moved from the VicksburgCemetery to graves in the backyard Itwas and they wereThe Shirley House is rarely open for
tours Just not enough staff for thatHowever chances are you may catch itopen more often over the next few weeksas the park observes the 150th anniver-sary of the siege that took place fromMay until July 1863 with special eventsincluding a big reenactment of one ofthe battles set for Memorial Day week-endThe Shirley House was a serene coun-
try estate before the war Originally itwas called Wexford Lodge Now 150years later it is still in a serene settingonly now it has a model of the Pantheonin its side yard
While other homes blazed ShirleyHouse survived due to stroke of luck
Walt Grayson is the host of ldquoMississippiRoadsrdquo on Mississippi Public Broadcastingtelevision and the author of two ldquoLookingAround Mississippirdquo books and ldquoOh ThatReminds Me More Mississippi HomegrownStoriesrdquo Contact Grayson atwaltwaltgraysoncom
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 9
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hat is it about nostalgiathat is so terribly appeal-ing The question is easilyasked and I hear it oftenBut the responses suitable
for answering such a perplexing probeare remarkably difficult to formulateThere simply are too many variables
Age is one cause for this somewhatmisplaced longing Years forward tend todim the truth of years past and we maywish things could be as they were in thegood old days
There is meritin such thinkingYesterday was atime of simplici-ty Today how-ever is filledwith complexityThat could holdtrue regardless ofthe era for the19th century waslikely more com-plex than the 18th particularly for thosewhose lives spanned some of both Andthe 20th century was increasingly morecomplex than the 19th and so on
You I am sure grasp the process hereoutlined So it is not fully unnatural todesire a simple less hectic world But welive in the world of today and perhaps
tomorrow not in yesterday Still weache and wonder for much of what hasslipped past many times unnoticed untilit no longer exists
Age aside there is still a powerful lureassociated with the past It is evidencedin those faryounger thanI whobecome curi-ous aboutpeople of thepast and thelives theylived
On arecentSaturday evening I was privileged topresent my 18th century program for alarge group at Moselle Baptist Church inJones County Among the 500 or sothere a great many were young peo-plemdashchildren teens young adults Alllistened intently They fondled long-hunter shirts and a wool capote and acanvas greatcoat and forged knives andcopper corn boilers and buckskin moc-casins and a flintlock rifle They wereenthralled by a flint-and-steel fire kit
They touched a heavy wool blanketrolled onto a tump line a system andproduct exactly like that used by suchpersonalities as Daniel Boone in 1770
They admired my battered andstained leggings over canvas knee breech-es both now showing extensive wearfrom a decade of heavy use
More recently I set up and tended abooth for Primitive Archer magazine atthe Pre-Spring Arrow Fling at TannehillState Historical Park near BirminghamAgain there were hundreds in atten-dance many of them youngsters andmost shooting the target ranges Othersjust curious
This is a traditional-only gatheringand some truly impressive glass-and-wood recurves were in use these trueworks of art But there was also anincreasing number of all-wood bows invarious styles another step back in time
My own Osage and bamboo longbowbacked with copperheads coupled witha Plains-Style leather quiver decorated
with feathers and beads and holdingcedar arrows gave pause for each passer-by to stop and stare Wonderment filledtheir eyes and many had to ask how itperformed Quite wonderfully I mustsay Remember Native Americans fedentire villages with the sweet meat ofbison taken with such gear
Events such as these two mentionedconvince me more completely each timeI attend them that there is somethinginherent in many that prompts them toexplore the past Why and what I stilldonrsquot know for sure
But for me it is the reward of beingmore closely in touch with self and theenvironment It is the requirement that Irely more on myself and my companionsthan on technology and gadgetry It isthe realization that I can be content withvery little can live a full life minus theexternal stimuli of obnoxious noise andthe latest contrivances touted by adver-tising as essential
It is reaching the experienced conclu-sion that had I been one from the past Icould have as they did survived thenormal and regular hardships of a diffi-cult but simple life Plus it is all funthis playing the Old Days game
And these are all ample justificationto take leave of today and step back toyesterday from time to time
W
MississippiOutdoors
by Tony Kinton
Taking leave of today to step back
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Biscuit Smith of Thundervalley Archery makers of the Snuffer and Magnus broadheads explains the finer pointsof arrow flight to new converts From left are Biscuit Smith Michael Grappin Deaven Grappin Amy Grappin andDestin Grappin Michael and his two sons just completed their first Osage (wood) bows The Grappins are CentralElectric Power Association members in Leake County Old-day tools left photo were highly effective NativeAmericans fed entire villages with bison taken with wooden bows and arrows Photos Tony Kinton
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 11
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EMPowers
Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
Co-op Connections Business Spotlight
14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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CongratulationsThese Today in Mississippi readers will receive a free copy
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bull Shelli Rutledge Greenvillebull Betty Walker Starkville
bull Edwina Womack Bogue Chitto
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 19
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
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22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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14 What would boys do without mud Toland Wilkes packs it on at hisgranddadrsquos lake Photo by Becky Wilkes Mathiston 4-County EPA member15 It may impress the girls now but hersquoll have to lose that bucket in a fewyears Photo by Teresa Breland Perkinston16 Micah Jon Burnham 3 wants to play with kitty but kittyrsquos not sosure Photo by Shirley Burnham Prentiss Southern Pine EPA member17 Cole Bryant 6 celebrates scoring a goal at his soccer game Photo byMelissa Russo Gulfport Coast EPA member
Next ldquoPicture Thisrdquo theme Country LifeWhatrsquos so great about living (or visiting) in rural Mississippi The answerlies in your photographs We want your impressions of country life for thenext ldquoPicture Thisrdquo feature Deadline is June 10 Get submission guidelinesat wwwtodayinmississippicom newsepaofmscom or 601-605-8600
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9 From left Bradon Williams Emry Williams and Sadie Williams play lawn games Photo by BrandieWilliams Nettleton10 Stephen Boler 4 ends the day fishing with his Spiderman rod and reel Photo by Bruce Mitchell Bailey
11 From left Stacy Graber Ashton Graber andKirby Graber are soaked and loving it Photo byAmy J Graber Brooksville 4-County EPA mem-ber12 Caleb Hunter Oswalt 15 months getscaught playing in the dishwasher Photo by Deb-bie Oswalt Caledonia Monroe County EPA mem-ber13 Puppies get a trampoline lesson from GracieJenkins 4 Photo by Millie Byrd McLain SingingRiver EPA member
10
6 Today in Mississippi April 2013
By Debbie StringerWhether walking running biking or
skating recreational trail use beneEts themind and spirit as well as the body byintroducing nature into the workoutldquoI have had people tell me that they
moved here because of the trail systemrdquosaid Ridgeland Mayor Gene McGeewhose city just opened a trailhead pavil-ion for its multi-use nonmotorized trailsystemRidgeland Greenwood Tunica and
West Point are among the Mississippicities who have (or are building) trailsfor non-motorized use and in somecases horseback ridingIn northeast Mississippi municipal
and county governments formed a recre-
ational district to develop a Rails-to-Trails recreational project spanning threecountiesHere are some highlights from these
trail projects
bull As Greenwoodrsquos new Yazoo RiverTrail nears completion the Delta Gar-den Club is partnering with the city andother volunteers to establish a butterFygarden of native plants and a monarchbutterFy ldquowaystationrdquo at the trail sitenear downtown Greenwood A waysta-tion is a place that provides naturalhabitat for monarch migration andreproductionldquoAfter seeing the work the City of
Greenwood was putting into the YazooRiver Trail we knew we wanted to be apart of it Because our state plays such acritical role in the monarch butterFiesrsquomigration we felt that would be the per-fect project for us to work on and devel-oprdquo said Britt Hammons-Carter club
presidentWork is expected to
begin on the butterFygarden this month GeDelta Garden Club wasawarded a GardenClubs of MississippiNature Trail Grant tofund the projectGe Yazoo River
Trail lies on city-ownedproperty comprising 45acres of meadows andnative hardwoods
including a thick stand of willow thatserves as a food source for both butter-Fies and caterpillars A limestone pathleads visitors past the willows and intothe butterFy garden site another path
branches oD for a winding journeythrough the bottomland forest borderingthe riverRich in wildlife the area is now
known as the Greenwood Yazoo RiverNatural Area and has been accepted intothe Mississippi Natural Heritage Pro-gram based on the plant and animalspecies it supportsFor more information visit
wwwgreenwoodmscom or call Green-wood City Hall at 662-453-2246
bull Ridgelandrsquos 146-mile multi-use non-motorized trail system connects theNatchez Trace Parkway the MississippiCraft Center Ross Barnett Reservoir anda shopping area Although located in a busy urban
center much of Ridgelandrsquos trail systemwinds through wooded areas One trailfollows a local section of the NatchezTrace Parkway ending at a scenic over-look on the reservoirGe city recently opened a new
1500-square-foot trailhead pavilion thatincludes two sheltered picnic tables two
restrooms a bike rack a bicycle servicestand and a parking lot made of recycledasphalt Ge service stand donated byJackson Metro Cyclists includes toolsnecessary for changing a Fat and otherbasic repairs Ge pavilion is located nearthe intersection of Rice Road and LakeHarbor DriveRidgeland a recognized Bicycle
Friendly Community also has speciallydesignated mountain bike trails andbike rentals are availableA multi-use trail map is available at
wwwvisitridgelandcom For informa-tion call 800-468-6078 or 601-605-5252
bull After a year of construction Tunicaheld a ribbon-cutting ceremony inMarch for its two new bike trailsldquoWe are getting calls from everywhere
[from people] wanting more informa-tionrdquo said Lynn Ryals executive directorof Tunica Main Street which fundedthe projectGe longer of the two trails is a 27-
mile round-trip path running along OldHighway 61 from Rivergate Park inTunica to DeSoto County where it con-nects with a DeSoto trailGe other trail is a 13-mile loop con-
necting Rivergate Park and Mhoon
Paths tofitnessUrban recreational trails boost quality of life while attracting visitorsmdashand new residents
Ridgelandrsquos new trailhead pavilion left provides rest-rooms and other amenities to refresh users of the cityrsquos146-mile multi-use trail system Jackson Metro Cyclistsdonated a service stand for cyclists to use in makingbasic bike repairs
The Yazoo River Trail in downtown Greenwood leads users around a stand ofwillow top photo and through a bottomland forest above on city-ownedproperty bordering the Yazoo River
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 7
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Landing Park located on the MississippiRiver in Tunica County Cyclists can usea rest stop at the seven-mile pointldquoIe trails share the road and they are
in Hat Delta landrdquo Ryals said ldquoYou willgo through some wooded areas and someopen sunny spots You can see a varietyof wildlife from ducks in the streams torabbits along the roadrdquoTo download or request a bike trail
map go to wwwtunicamainstreetcomor call 662-363-6611
bull Spring is an especially beautiful time ofyear along the Kitty Bryan Dill Memori-al Parkway which links Gve manicuredurban parks with a paved wooded pathA Rails-to-Trails Parkway begun in
1991 the 5-foot-wide concrete pathextends for 375 milesldquoWest Point was extremely fortunate
to be able to develop a portion of theCampG Railroad that ran through theheart of downtown into our parkwaywhen that portion of the line was re-
routed It has been and continues to be abeautiful addition to downtown WestPointrdquo said Cynthia Wilson director ofCommunity Development and WestPoint Main Street at West PointClayCounty Community Growth AllianceLighted at night by old-fashioned
lamp posts walkways lead users to gaze-bos arbors water fountains and a wind-mill Ie parkwayrsquos greenspace is lushneatly tended and shaded by large nativehardwoods Benches oFer a place to rest
visit take pic-tures or simplyenjoy the viewIn the SallyKate WintersPark benchessurround anold-fashionedbandstandIe park-
way is also thesite of specialevents includ-ing the cityrsquosannual PrairieArts FestivalManaged
by the West PointClay County Com-munity Growth Alliance the parkwaywas designated in 2005 by the USDepartment of the Interior as a NationalRecreational TrailFor information call the Alliance at
662-494-5121 or visit wwwwest-pointmsorg
bull Ie 44-mile Tanglefoot Trail in northMississippi is tentatively scheduled toopen in July after some seven years ofdevelopment Ie Rails-to-Trails projectis being built on the former Mississippi-Tennessee Railroad corridor runningthrough Chickasaw Pontotoc andUnion counties from New Albany toHoustonIe multi-use recreational trail con-
sists of a 10-foot-wide asphalt path withgateway buildings (welcome centers) inNew Albany Pontotoc and Houstonand ldquowhistle stopsrdquo in Ingomar EcruAlgoma and New Houlka Ie whistlestops will provide user parking rest-rooms water fountains picnic tables andbike racksIe GMampO Rails-to-Trails Recre-
ational District was formed in 2006 tocreate the trailIe trail was named after the narrow-
gauge engine used during constructionof the railroad in 1872Tanglefoot Trail is closed to the pub-
lic until its completion this summerIree Rivers Planning and DevelopmentDistrict posts trail updates at its websitewwwtrpddcomnews
For more information on hiking andbiking trails throughout Mississippi go towwwvisitmississippiorg or call 866-SEEMISS (733-6477) Visit wwwmdwfpcomfor information on hiking trails in stateparks
A scenic path links five localparks along the 375-mile KittyBryan Dill Memorial Parkwayin West Point
8 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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ou can get a real goodlook at the ShirleyHouse in the VicksburgNational Military Parknow that they havestarted clearing out the
mass of trees planted there by theCCC duringthe GreatDepressionback in the1930s Therewere so manytrees that asan eighthgrader on afield trip toVicksburg inthe 1960s Iwonderedhow in theworld they ever managed to have awar there You couldnrsquot see 10 feet infront of your face much less get a shotat anybodyProbably one of the most promi-
nent places where the deforestationhas occurred is shortly after you enterthe tour road Beyond a few twists andturns you round a rather sharp left theother side of a little rise When theroad opens up again before you is awonderful vista of rising hills and gul-lies crowned by the magnificentIllinois Memorial a round domedbuilding modeled after the Pantheon
MississippiSeen
by Walt Grayson
It took quite a war to purchase all of this peacefulness The imposing IllinoisMemorial is flanked with a survivor of the Siege of Vicksburg the Shirley House in
the Vicksburg National Military Park Photo Walt Grayson
in Rome about a half-mile awayBut sitting next to the Illinois
Memorial is a house that at first mayseem out of place in a military parkAnd had it met the same fate as itsneighbors it wouldnrsquot be hereOne hundred fifty years ago this
spring during the Civil War UnionGen Grant trapped Confederate GenPemberton in Vicksburg and laid siegeto the city eventually starving out theConfederates As the Confederatesrushed into Vicksburg time was of theessence because the Union troops wereright behind themOne of the orders given by the
Confederate commanders was to burnall the houses out where the battle lineswere likely to end up so that the Unioncould get no use or shelter from themThe other homes around the ShirleyHouse had already been torched andthis one was about to go The only thingthat saved it was Adeline Shirley wife ofJudge James Shirley owners of thehome who begged the soldier sent toburn it not to do so Just as he was start-ing to set it ablaze anyway the Unionarmy topped the rise to the east Thesoldier ran away and the house wassavedWell it may have been saved but it
was never lived in again After beingcaught in the crossfire for 47 days dur-ing the siege the house was pretty muchtorn up The Union army used it as a
smallpox hospital for a short while afterthe fighting ended After that the housewas deserted and left to the elementsBut when plans for the Vicksburg
Park were under way Alice Shirley oneof the Shirley children donated thehouse to the War Department for inclu-sion in the park She stipulated that thehouse be restored to the way it lookedbefore the war and that her parentsrsquobodies be moved from the VicksburgCemetery to graves in the backyard Itwas and they wereThe Shirley House is rarely open for
tours Just not enough staff for thatHowever chances are you may catch itopen more often over the next few weeksas the park observes the 150th anniver-sary of the siege that took place fromMay until July 1863 with special eventsincluding a big reenactment of one ofthe battles set for Memorial Day week-endThe Shirley House was a serene coun-
try estate before the war Originally itwas called Wexford Lodge Now 150years later it is still in a serene settingonly now it has a model of the Pantheonin its side yard
While other homes blazed ShirleyHouse survived due to stroke of luck
Walt Grayson is the host of ldquoMississippiRoadsrdquo on Mississippi Public Broadcastingtelevision and the author of two ldquoLookingAround Mississippirdquo books and ldquoOh ThatReminds Me More Mississippi HomegrownStoriesrdquo Contact Grayson atwaltwaltgraysoncom
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 9
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10 Today in Mississippi April 2013
hat is it about nostalgiathat is so terribly appeal-ing The question is easilyasked and I hear it oftenBut the responses suitable
for answering such a perplexing probeare remarkably difficult to formulateThere simply are too many variables
Age is one cause for this somewhatmisplaced longing Years forward tend todim the truth of years past and we maywish things could be as they were in thegood old days
There is meritin such thinkingYesterday was atime of simplici-ty Today how-ever is filledwith complexityThat could holdtrue regardless ofthe era for the19th century waslikely more com-plex than the 18th particularly for thosewhose lives spanned some of both Andthe 20th century was increasingly morecomplex than the 19th and so on
You I am sure grasp the process hereoutlined So it is not fully unnatural todesire a simple less hectic world But welive in the world of today and perhaps
tomorrow not in yesterday Still weache and wonder for much of what hasslipped past many times unnoticed untilit no longer exists
Age aside there is still a powerful lureassociated with the past It is evidencedin those faryounger thanI whobecome curi-ous aboutpeople of thepast and thelives theylived
On arecentSaturday evening I was privileged topresent my 18th century program for alarge group at Moselle Baptist Church inJones County Among the 500 or sothere a great many were young peo-plemdashchildren teens young adults Alllistened intently They fondled long-hunter shirts and a wool capote and acanvas greatcoat and forged knives andcopper corn boilers and buckskin moc-casins and a flintlock rifle They wereenthralled by a flint-and-steel fire kit
They touched a heavy wool blanketrolled onto a tump line a system andproduct exactly like that used by suchpersonalities as Daniel Boone in 1770
They admired my battered andstained leggings over canvas knee breech-es both now showing extensive wearfrom a decade of heavy use
More recently I set up and tended abooth for Primitive Archer magazine atthe Pre-Spring Arrow Fling at TannehillState Historical Park near BirminghamAgain there were hundreds in atten-dance many of them youngsters andmost shooting the target ranges Othersjust curious
This is a traditional-only gatheringand some truly impressive glass-and-wood recurves were in use these trueworks of art But there was also anincreasing number of all-wood bows invarious styles another step back in time
My own Osage and bamboo longbowbacked with copperheads coupled witha Plains-Style leather quiver decorated
with feathers and beads and holdingcedar arrows gave pause for each passer-by to stop and stare Wonderment filledtheir eyes and many had to ask how itperformed Quite wonderfully I mustsay Remember Native Americans fedentire villages with the sweet meat ofbison taken with such gear
Events such as these two mentionedconvince me more completely each timeI attend them that there is somethinginherent in many that prompts them toexplore the past Why and what I stilldonrsquot know for sure
But for me it is the reward of beingmore closely in touch with self and theenvironment It is the requirement that Irely more on myself and my companionsthan on technology and gadgetry It isthe realization that I can be content withvery little can live a full life minus theexternal stimuli of obnoxious noise andthe latest contrivances touted by adver-tising as essential
It is reaching the experienced conclu-sion that had I been one from the past Icould have as they did survived thenormal and regular hardships of a diffi-cult but simple life Plus it is all funthis playing the Old Days game
And these are all ample justificationto take leave of today and step back toyesterday from time to time
W
MississippiOutdoors
by Tony Kinton
Taking leave of today to step back
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Biscuit Smith of Thundervalley Archery makers of the Snuffer and Magnus broadheads explains the finer pointsof arrow flight to new converts From left are Biscuit Smith Michael Grappin Deaven Grappin Amy Grappin andDestin Grappin Michael and his two sons just completed their first Osage (wood) bows The Grappins are CentralElectric Power Association members in Leake County Old-day tools left photo were highly effective NativeAmericans fed entire villages with bison taken with wooden bows and arrows Photos Tony Kinton
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 11
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12 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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EMPowers
Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
Co-op Connections Business Spotlight
14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
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22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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By Debbie StringerWhether walking running biking or
skating recreational trail use beneEts themind and spirit as well as the body byintroducing nature into the workoutldquoI have had people tell me that they
moved here because of the trail systemrdquosaid Ridgeland Mayor Gene McGeewhose city just opened a trailhead pavil-ion for its multi-use nonmotorized trailsystemRidgeland Greenwood Tunica and
West Point are among the Mississippicities who have (or are building) trailsfor non-motorized use and in somecases horseback ridingIn northeast Mississippi municipal
and county governments formed a recre-
ational district to develop a Rails-to-Trails recreational project spanning threecountiesHere are some highlights from these
trail projects
bull As Greenwoodrsquos new Yazoo RiverTrail nears completion the Delta Gar-den Club is partnering with the city andother volunteers to establish a butterFygarden of native plants and a monarchbutterFy ldquowaystationrdquo at the trail sitenear downtown Greenwood A waysta-tion is a place that provides naturalhabitat for monarch migration andreproductionldquoAfter seeing the work the City of
Greenwood was putting into the YazooRiver Trail we knew we wanted to be apart of it Because our state plays such acritical role in the monarch butterFiesrsquomigration we felt that would be the per-fect project for us to work on and devel-oprdquo said Britt Hammons-Carter club
presidentWork is expected to
begin on the butterFygarden this month GeDelta Garden Club wasawarded a GardenClubs of MississippiNature Trail Grant tofund the projectGe Yazoo River
Trail lies on city-ownedproperty comprising 45acres of meadows andnative hardwoods
including a thick stand of willow thatserves as a food source for both butter-Fies and caterpillars A limestone pathleads visitors past the willows and intothe butterFy garden site another path
branches oD for a winding journeythrough the bottomland forest borderingthe riverRich in wildlife the area is now
known as the Greenwood Yazoo RiverNatural Area and has been accepted intothe Mississippi Natural Heritage Pro-gram based on the plant and animalspecies it supportsFor more information visit
wwwgreenwoodmscom or call Green-wood City Hall at 662-453-2246
bull Ridgelandrsquos 146-mile multi-use non-motorized trail system connects theNatchez Trace Parkway the MississippiCraft Center Ross Barnett Reservoir anda shopping area Although located in a busy urban
center much of Ridgelandrsquos trail systemwinds through wooded areas One trailfollows a local section of the NatchezTrace Parkway ending at a scenic over-look on the reservoirGe city recently opened a new
1500-square-foot trailhead pavilion thatincludes two sheltered picnic tables two
restrooms a bike rack a bicycle servicestand and a parking lot made of recycledasphalt Ge service stand donated byJackson Metro Cyclists includes toolsnecessary for changing a Fat and otherbasic repairs Ge pavilion is located nearthe intersection of Rice Road and LakeHarbor DriveRidgeland a recognized Bicycle
Friendly Community also has speciallydesignated mountain bike trails andbike rentals are availableA multi-use trail map is available at
wwwvisitridgelandcom For informa-tion call 800-468-6078 or 601-605-5252
bull After a year of construction Tunicaheld a ribbon-cutting ceremony inMarch for its two new bike trailsldquoWe are getting calls from everywhere
[from people] wanting more informa-tionrdquo said Lynn Ryals executive directorof Tunica Main Street which fundedthe projectGe longer of the two trails is a 27-
mile round-trip path running along OldHighway 61 from Rivergate Park inTunica to DeSoto County where it con-nects with a DeSoto trailGe other trail is a 13-mile loop con-
necting Rivergate Park and Mhoon
Paths tofitnessUrban recreational trails boost quality of life while attracting visitorsmdashand new residents
Ridgelandrsquos new trailhead pavilion left provides rest-rooms and other amenities to refresh users of the cityrsquos146-mile multi-use trail system Jackson Metro Cyclistsdonated a service stand for cyclists to use in makingbasic bike repairs
The Yazoo River Trail in downtown Greenwood leads users around a stand ofwillow top photo and through a bottomland forest above on city-ownedproperty bordering the Yazoo River
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 7
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Landing Park located on the MississippiRiver in Tunica County Cyclists can usea rest stop at the seven-mile pointldquoIe trails share the road and they are
in Hat Delta landrdquo Ryals said ldquoYou willgo through some wooded areas and someopen sunny spots You can see a varietyof wildlife from ducks in the streams torabbits along the roadrdquoTo download or request a bike trail
map go to wwwtunicamainstreetcomor call 662-363-6611
bull Spring is an especially beautiful time ofyear along the Kitty Bryan Dill Memori-al Parkway which links Gve manicuredurban parks with a paved wooded pathA Rails-to-Trails Parkway begun in
1991 the 5-foot-wide concrete pathextends for 375 milesldquoWest Point was extremely fortunate
to be able to develop a portion of theCampG Railroad that ran through theheart of downtown into our parkwaywhen that portion of the line was re-
routed It has been and continues to be abeautiful addition to downtown WestPointrdquo said Cynthia Wilson director ofCommunity Development and WestPoint Main Street at West PointClayCounty Community Growth AllianceLighted at night by old-fashioned
lamp posts walkways lead users to gaze-bos arbors water fountains and a wind-mill Ie parkwayrsquos greenspace is lushneatly tended and shaded by large nativehardwoods Benches oFer a place to rest
visit take pic-tures or simplyenjoy the viewIn the SallyKate WintersPark benchessurround anold-fashionedbandstandIe park-
way is also thesite of specialevents includ-ing the cityrsquosannual PrairieArts FestivalManaged
by the West PointClay County Com-munity Growth Alliance the parkwaywas designated in 2005 by the USDepartment of the Interior as a NationalRecreational TrailFor information call the Alliance at
662-494-5121 or visit wwwwest-pointmsorg
bull Ie 44-mile Tanglefoot Trail in northMississippi is tentatively scheduled toopen in July after some seven years ofdevelopment Ie Rails-to-Trails projectis being built on the former Mississippi-Tennessee Railroad corridor runningthrough Chickasaw Pontotoc andUnion counties from New Albany toHoustonIe multi-use recreational trail con-
sists of a 10-foot-wide asphalt path withgateway buildings (welcome centers) inNew Albany Pontotoc and Houstonand ldquowhistle stopsrdquo in Ingomar EcruAlgoma and New Houlka Ie whistlestops will provide user parking rest-rooms water fountains picnic tables andbike racksIe GMampO Rails-to-Trails Recre-
ational District was formed in 2006 tocreate the trailIe trail was named after the narrow-
gauge engine used during constructionof the railroad in 1872Tanglefoot Trail is closed to the pub-
lic until its completion this summerIree Rivers Planning and DevelopmentDistrict posts trail updates at its websitewwwtrpddcomnews
For more information on hiking andbiking trails throughout Mississippi go towwwvisitmississippiorg or call 866-SEEMISS (733-6477) Visit wwwmdwfpcomfor information on hiking trails in stateparks
A scenic path links five localparks along the 375-mile KittyBryan Dill Memorial Parkwayin West Point
8 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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ou can get a real goodlook at the ShirleyHouse in the VicksburgNational Military Parknow that they havestarted clearing out the
mass of trees planted there by theCCC duringthe GreatDepressionback in the1930s Therewere so manytrees that asan eighthgrader on afield trip toVicksburg inthe 1960s Iwonderedhow in theworld they ever managed to have awar there You couldnrsquot see 10 feet infront of your face much less get a shotat anybodyProbably one of the most promi-
nent places where the deforestationhas occurred is shortly after you enterthe tour road Beyond a few twists andturns you round a rather sharp left theother side of a little rise When theroad opens up again before you is awonderful vista of rising hills and gul-lies crowned by the magnificentIllinois Memorial a round domedbuilding modeled after the Pantheon
MississippiSeen
by Walt Grayson
It took quite a war to purchase all of this peacefulness The imposing IllinoisMemorial is flanked with a survivor of the Siege of Vicksburg the Shirley House in
the Vicksburg National Military Park Photo Walt Grayson
in Rome about a half-mile awayBut sitting next to the Illinois
Memorial is a house that at first mayseem out of place in a military parkAnd had it met the same fate as itsneighbors it wouldnrsquot be hereOne hundred fifty years ago this
spring during the Civil War UnionGen Grant trapped Confederate GenPemberton in Vicksburg and laid siegeto the city eventually starving out theConfederates As the Confederatesrushed into Vicksburg time was of theessence because the Union troops wereright behind themOne of the orders given by the
Confederate commanders was to burnall the houses out where the battle lineswere likely to end up so that the Unioncould get no use or shelter from themThe other homes around the ShirleyHouse had already been torched andthis one was about to go The only thingthat saved it was Adeline Shirley wife ofJudge James Shirley owners of thehome who begged the soldier sent toburn it not to do so Just as he was start-ing to set it ablaze anyway the Unionarmy topped the rise to the east Thesoldier ran away and the house wassavedWell it may have been saved but it
was never lived in again After beingcaught in the crossfire for 47 days dur-ing the siege the house was pretty muchtorn up The Union army used it as a
smallpox hospital for a short while afterthe fighting ended After that the housewas deserted and left to the elementsBut when plans for the Vicksburg
Park were under way Alice Shirley oneof the Shirley children donated thehouse to the War Department for inclu-sion in the park She stipulated that thehouse be restored to the way it lookedbefore the war and that her parentsrsquobodies be moved from the VicksburgCemetery to graves in the backyard Itwas and they wereThe Shirley House is rarely open for
tours Just not enough staff for thatHowever chances are you may catch itopen more often over the next few weeksas the park observes the 150th anniver-sary of the siege that took place fromMay until July 1863 with special eventsincluding a big reenactment of one ofthe battles set for Memorial Day week-endThe Shirley House was a serene coun-
try estate before the war Originally itwas called Wexford Lodge Now 150years later it is still in a serene settingonly now it has a model of the Pantheonin its side yard
While other homes blazed ShirleyHouse survived due to stroke of luck
Walt Grayson is the host of ldquoMississippiRoadsrdquo on Mississippi Public Broadcastingtelevision and the author of two ldquoLookingAround Mississippirdquo books and ldquoOh ThatReminds Me More Mississippi HomegrownStoriesrdquo Contact Grayson atwaltwaltgraysoncom
Y
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 9
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10 Today in Mississippi April 2013
hat is it about nostalgiathat is so terribly appeal-ing The question is easilyasked and I hear it oftenBut the responses suitable
for answering such a perplexing probeare remarkably difficult to formulateThere simply are too many variables
Age is one cause for this somewhatmisplaced longing Years forward tend todim the truth of years past and we maywish things could be as they were in thegood old days
There is meritin such thinkingYesterday was atime of simplici-ty Today how-ever is filledwith complexityThat could holdtrue regardless ofthe era for the19th century waslikely more com-plex than the 18th particularly for thosewhose lives spanned some of both Andthe 20th century was increasingly morecomplex than the 19th and so on
You I am sure grasp the process hereoutlined So it is not fully unnatural todesire a simple less hectic world But welive in the world of today and perhaps
tomorrow not in yesterday Still weache and wonder for much of what hasslipped past many times unnoticed untilit no longer exists
Age aside there is still a powerful lureassociated with the past It is evidencedin those faryounger thanI whobecome curi-ous aboutpeople of thepast and thelives theylived
On arecentSaturday evening I was privileged topresent my 18th century program for alarge group at Moselle Baptist Church inJones County Among the 500 or sothere a great many were young peo-plemdashchildren teens young adults Alllistened intently They fondled long-hunter shirts and a wool capote and acanvas greatcoat and forged knives andcopper corn boilers and buckskin moc-casins and a flintlock rifle They wereenthralled by a flint-and-steel fire kit
They touched a heavy wool blanketrolled onto a tump line a system andproduct exactly like that used by suchpersonalities as Daniel Boone in 1770
They admired my battered andstained leggings over canvas knee breech-es both now showing extensive wearfrom a decade of heavy use
More recently I set up and tended abooth for Primitive Archer magazine atthe Pre-Spring Arrow Fling at TannehillState Historical Park near BirminghamAgain there were hundreds in atten-dance many of them youngsters andmost shooting the target ranges Othersjust curious
This is a traditional-only gatheringand some truly impressive glass-and-wood recurves were in use these trueworks of art But there was also anincreasing number of all-wood bows invarious styles another step back in time
My own Osage and bamboo longbowbacked with copperheads coupled witha Plains-Style leather quiver decorated
with feathers and beads and holdingcedar arrows gave pause for each passer-by to stop and stare Wonderment filledtheir eyes and many had to ask how itperformed Quite wonderfully I mustsay Remember Native Americans fedentire villages with the sweet meat ofbison taken with such gear
Events such as these two mentionedconvince me more completely each timeI attend them that there is somethinginherent in many that prompts them toexplore the past Why and what I stilldonrsquot know for sure
But for me it is the reward of beingmore closely in touch with self and theenvironment It is the requirement that Irely more on myself and my companionsthan on technology and gadgetry It isthe realization that I can be content withvery little can live a full life minus theexternal stimuli of obnoxious noise andthe latest contrivances touted by adver-tising as essential
It is reaching the experienced conclu-sion that had I been one from the past Icould have as they did survived thenormal and regular hardships of a diffi-cult but simple life Plus it is all funthis playing the Old Days game
And these are all ample justificationto take leave of today and step back toyesterday from time to time
W
MississippiOutdoors
by Tony Kinton
Taking leave of today to step back
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Biscuit Smith of Thundervalley Archery makers of the Snuffer and Magnus broadheads explains the finer pointsof arrow flight to new converts From left are Biscuit Smith Michael Grappin Deaven Grappin Amy Grappin andDestin Grappin Michael and his two sons just completed their first Osage (wood) bows The Grappins are CentralElectric Power Association members in Leake County Old-day tools left photo were highly effective NativeAmericans fed entire villages with bison taken with wooden bows and arrows Photos Tony Kinton
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 11
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12 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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EMPowers
Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
Co-op Connections Business Spotlight
14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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CongratulationsThese Today in Mississippi readers will receive a free copy
of ldquoIn Good Taste Recipes for Healthy Livingrdquo complimentsof the Jackson Heart Clinic
Thanks to all who entered our cookbook drawing
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bull Shelli Rutledge Greenvillebull Betty Walker Starkville
bull Edwina Womack Bogue Chitto
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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18 Today in Mississippi April 2013
EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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Landing Park located on the MississippiRiver in Tunica County Cyclists can usea rest stop at the seven-mile pointldquoIe trails share the road and they are
in Hat Delta landrdquo Ryals said ldquoYou willgo through some wooded areas and someopen sunny spots You can see a varietyof wildlife from ducks in the streams torabbits along the roadrdquoTo download or request a bike trail
map go to wwwtunicamainstreetcomor call 662-363-6611
bull Spring is an especially beautiful time ofyear along the Kitty Bryan Dill Memori-al Parkway which links Gve manicuredurban parks with a paved wooded pathA Rails-to-Trails Parkway begun in
1991 the 5-foot-wide concrete pathextends for 375 milesldquoWest Point was extremely fortunate
to be able to develop a portion of theCampG Railroad that ran through theheart of downtown into our parkwaywhen that portion of the line was re-
routed It has been and continues to be abeautiful addition to downtown WestPointrdquo said Cynthia Wilson director ofCommunity Development and WestPoint Main Street at West PointClayCounty Community Growth AllianceLighted at night by old-fashioned
lamp posts walkways lead users to gaze-bos arbors water fountains and a wind-mill Ie parkwayrsquos greenspace is lushneatly tended and shaded by large nativehardwoods Benches oFer a place to rest
visit take pic-tures or simplyenjoy the viewIn the SallyKate WintersPark benchessurround anold-fashionedbandstandIe park-
way is also thesite of specialevents includ-ing the cityrsquosannual PrairieArts FestivalManaged
by the West PointClay County Com-munity Growth Alliance the parkwaywas designated in 2005 by the USDepartment of the Interior as a NationalRecreational TrailFor information call the Alliance at
662-494-5121 or visit wwwwest-pointmsorg
bull Ie 44-mile Tanglefoot Trail in northMississippi is tentatively scheduled toopen in July after some seven years ofdevelopment Ie Rails-to-Trails projectis being built on the former Mississippi-Tennessee Railroad corridor runningthrough Chickasaw Pontotoc andUnion counties from New Albany toHoustonIe multi-use recreational trail con-
sists of a 10-foot-wide asphalt path withgateway buildings (welcome centers) inNew Albany Pontotoc and Houstonand ldquowhistle stopsrdquo in Ingomar EcruAlgoma and New Houlka Ie whistlestops will provide user parking rest-rooms water fountains picnic tables andbike racksIe GMampO Rails-to-Trails Recre-
ational District was formed in 2006 tocreate the trailIe trail was named after the narrow-
gauge engine used during constructionof the railroad in 1872Tanglefoot Trail is closed to the pub-
lic until its completion this summerIree Rivers Planning and DevelopmentDistrict posts trail updates at its websitewwwtrpddcomnews
For more information on hiking andbiking trails throughout Mississippi go towwwvisitmississippiorg or call 866-SEEMISS (733-6477) Visit wwwmdwfpcomfor information on hiking trails in stateparks
A scenic path links five localparks along the 375-mile KittyBryan Dill Memorial Parkwayin West Point
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ou can get a real goodlook at the ShirleyHouse in the VicksburgNational Military Parknow that they havestarted clearing out the
mass of trees planted there by theCCC duringthe GreatDepressionback in the1930s Therewere so manytrees that asan eighthgrader on afield trip toVicksburg inthe 1960s Iwonderedhow in theworld they ever managed to have awar there You couldnrsquot see 10 feet infront of your face much less get a shotat anybodyProbably one of the most promi-
nent places where the deforestationhas occurred is shortly after you enterthe tour road Beyond a few twists andturns you round a rather sharp left theother side of a little rise When theroad opens up again before you is awonderful vista of rising hills and gul-lies crowned by the magnificentIllinois Memorial a round domedbuilding modeled after the Pantheon
MississippiSeen
by Walt Grayson
It took quite a war to purchase all of this peacefulness The imposing IllinoisMemorial is flanked with a survivor of the Siege of Vicksburg the Shirley House in
the Vicksburg National Military Park Photo Walt Grayson
in Rome about a half-mile awayBut sitting next to the Illinois
Memorial is a house that at first mayseem out of place in a military parkAnd had it met the same fate as itsneighbors it wouldnrsquot be hereOne hundred fifty years ago this
spring during the Civil War UnionGen Grant trapped Confederate GenPemberton in Vicksburg and laid siegeto the city eventually starving out theConfederates As the Confederatesrushed into Vicksburg time was of theessence because the Union troops wereright behind themOne of the orders given by the
Confederate commanders was to burnall the houses out where the battle lineswere likely to end up so that the Unioncould get no use or shelter from themThe other homes around the ShirleyHouse had already been torched andthis one was about to go The only thingthat saved it was Adeline Shirley wife ofJudge James Shirley owners of thehome who begged the soldier sent toburn it not to do so Just as he was start-ing to set it ablaze anyway the Unionarmy topped the rise to the east Thesoldier ran away and the house wassavedWell it may have been saved but it
was never lived in again After beingcaught in the crossfire for 47 days dur-ing the siege the house was pretty muchtorn up The Union army used it as a
smallpox hospital for a short while afterthe fighting ended After that the housewas deserted and left to the elementsBut when plans for the Vicksburg
Park were under way Alice Shirley oneof the Shirley children donated thehouse to the War Department for inclu-sion in the park She stipulated that thehouse be restored to the way it lookedbefore the war and that her parentsrsquobodies be moved from the VicksburgCemetery to graves in the backyard Itwas and they wereThe Shirley House is rarely open for
tours Just not enough staff for thatHowever chances are you may catch itopen more often over the next few weeksas the park observes the 150th anniver-sary of the siege that took place fromMay until July 1863 with special eventsincluding a big reenactment of one ofthe battles set for Memorial Day week-endThe Shirley House was a serene coun-
try estate before the war Originally itwas called Wexford Lodge Now 150years later it is still in a serene settingonly now it has a model of the Pantheonin its side yard
While other homes blazed ShirleyHouse survived due to stroke of luck
Walt Grayson is the host of ldquoMississippiRoadsrdquo on Mississippi Public Broadcastingtelevision and the author of two ldquoLookingAround Mississippirdquo books and ldquoOh ThatReminds Me More Mississippi HomegrownStoriesrdquo Contact Grayson atwaltwaltgraysoncom
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 9
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10 Today in Mississippi April 2013
hat is it about nostalgiathat is so terribly appeal-ing The question is easilyasked and I hear it oftenBut the responses suitable
for answering such a perplexing probeare remarkably difficult to formulateThere simply are too many variables
Age is one cause for this somewhatmisplaced longing Years forward tend todim the truth of years past and we maywish things could be as they were in thegood old days
There is meritin such thinkingYesterday was atime of simplici-ty Today how-ever is filledwith complexityThat could holdtrue regardless ofthe era for the19th century waslikely more com-plex than the 18th particularly for thosewhose lives spanned some of both Andthe 20th century was increasingly morecomplex than the 19th and so on
You I am sure grasp the process hereoutlined So it is not fully unnatural todesire a simple less hectic world But welive in the world of today and perhaps
tomorrow not in yesterday Still weache and wonder for much of what hasslipped past many times unnoticed untilit no longer exists
Age aside there is still a powerful lureassociated with the past It is evidencedin those faryounger thanI whobecome curi-ous aboutpeople of thepast and thelives theylived
On arecentSaturday evening I was privileged topresent my 18th century program for alarge group at Moselle Baptist Church inJones County Among the 500 or sothere a great many were young peo-plemdashchildren teens young adults Alllistened intently They fondled long-hunter shirts and a wool capote and acanvas greatcoat and forged knives andcopper corn boilers and buckskin moc-casins and a flintlock rifle They wereenthralled by a flint-and-steel fire kit
They touched a heavy wool blanketrolled onto a tump line a system andproduct exactly like that used by suchpersonalities as Daniel Boone in 1770
They admired my battered andstained leggings over canvas knee breech-es both now showing extensive wearfrom a decade of heavy use
More recently I set up and tended abooth for Primitive Archer magazine atthe Pre-Spring Arrow Fling at TannehillState Historical Park near BirminghamAgain there were hundreds in atten-dance many of them youngsters andmost shooting the target ranges Othersjust curious
This is a traditional-only gatheringand some truly impressive glass-and-wood recurves were in use these trueworks of art But there was also anincreasing number of all-wood bows invarious styles another step back in time
My own Osage and bamboo longbowbacked with copperheads coupled witha Plains-Style leather quiver decorated
with feathers and beads and holdingcedar arrows gave pause for each passer-by to stop and stare Wonderment filledtheir eyes and many had to ask how itperformed Quite wonderfully I mustsay Remember Native Americans fedentire villages with the sweet meat ofbison taken with such gear
Events such as these two mentionedconvince me more completely each timeI attend them that there is somethinginherent in many that prompts them toexplore the past Why and what I stilldonrsquot know for sure
But for me it is the reward of beingmore closely in touch with self and theenvironment It is the requirement that Irely more on myself and my companionsthan on technology and gadgetry It isthe realization that I can be content withvery little can live a full life minus theexternal stimuli of obnoxious noise andthe latest contrivances touted by adver-tising as essential
It is reaching the experienced conclu-sion that had I been one from the past Icould have as they did survived thenormal and regular hardships of a diffi-cult but simple life Plus it is all funthis playing the Old Days game
And these are all ample justificationto take leave of today and step back toyesterday from time to time
W
MississippiOutdoors
by Tony Kinton
Taking leave of today to step back
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Biscuit Smith of Thundervalley Archery makers of the Snuffer and Magnus broadheads explains the finer pointsof arrow flight to new converts From left are Biscuit Smith Michael Grappin Deaven Grappin Amy Grappin andDestin Grappin Michael and his two sons just completed their first Osage (wood) bows The Grappins are CentralElectric Power Association members in Leake County Old-day tools left photo were highly effective NativeAmericans fed entire villages with bison taken with wooden bows and arrows Photos Tony Kinton
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 11
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12 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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EMPowers
Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
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Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
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14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
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ou can get a real goodlook at the ShirleyHouse in the VicksburgNational Military Parknow that they havestarted clearing out the
mass of trees planted there by theCCC duringthe GreatDepressionback in the1930s Therewere so manytrees that asan eighthgrader on afield trip toVicksburg inthe 1960s Iwonderedhow in theworld they ever managed to have awar there You couldnrsquot see 10 feet infront of your face much less get a shotat anybodyProbably one of the most promi-
nent places where the deforestationhas occurred is shortly after you enterthe tour road Beyond a few twists andturns you round a rather sharp left theother side of a little rise When theroad opens up again before you is awonderful vista of rising hills and gul-lies crowned by the magnificentIllinois Memorial a round domedbuilding modeled after the Pantheon
MississippiSeen
by Walt Grayson
It took quite a war to purchase all of this peacefulness The imposing IllinoisMemorial is flanked with a survivor of the Siege of Vicksburg the Shirley House in
the Vicksburg National Military Park Photo Walt Grayson
in Rome about a half-mile awayBut sitting next to the Illinois
Memorial is a house that at first mayseem out of place in a military parkAnd had it met the same fate as itsneighbors it wouldnrsquot be hereOne hundred fifty years ago this
spring during the Civil War UnionGen Grant trapped Confederate GenPemberton in Vicksburg and laid siegeto the city eventually starving out theConfederates As the Confederatesrushed into Vicksburg time was of theessence because the Union troops wereright behind themOne of the orders given by the
Confederate commanders was to burnall the houses out where the battle lineswere likely to end up so that the Unioncould get no use or shelter from themThe other homes around the ShirleyHouse had already been torched andthis one was about to go The only thingthat saved it was Adeline Shirley wife ofJudge James Shirley owners of thehome who begged the soldier sent toburn it not to do so Just as he was start-ing to set it ablaze anyway the Unionarmy topped the rise to the east Thesoldier ran away and the house wassavedWell it may have been saved but it
was never lived in again After beingcaught in the crossfire for 47 days dur-ing the siege the house was pretty muchtorn up The Union army used it as a
smallpox hospital for a short while afterthe fighting ended After that the housewas deserted and left to the elementsBut when plans for the Vicksburg
Park were under way Alice Shirley oneof the Shirley children donated thehouse to the War Department for inclu-sion in the park She stipulated that thehouse be restored to the way it lookedbefore the war and that her parentsrsquobodies be moved from the VicksburgCemetery to graves in the backyard Itwas and they wereThe Shirley House is rarely open for
tours Just not enough staff for thatHowever chances are you may catch itopen more often over the next few weeksas the park observes the 150th anniver-sary of the siege that took place fromMay until July 1863 with special eventsincluding a big reenactment of one ofthe battles set for Memorial Day week-endThe Shirley House was a serene coun-
try estate before the war Originally itwas called Wexford Lodge Now 150years later it is still in a serene settingonly now it has a model of the Pantheonin its side yard
While other homes blazed ShirleyHouse survived due to stroke of luck
Walt Grayson is the host of ldquoMississippiRoadsrdquo on Mississippi Public Broadcastingtelevision and the author of two ldquoLookingAround Mississippirdquo books and ldquoOh ThatReminds Me More Mississippi HomegrownStoriesrdquo Contact Grayson atwaltwaltgraysoncom
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 9
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hat is it about nostalgiathat is so terribly appeal-ing The question is easilyasked and I hear it oftenBut the responses suitable
for answering such a perplexing probeare remarkably difficult to formulateThere simply are too many variables
Age is one cause for this somewhatmisplaced longing Years forward tend todim the truth of years past and we maywish things could be as they were in thegood old days
There is meritin such thinkingYesterday was atime of simplici-ty Today how-ever is filledwith complexityThat could holdtrue regardless ofthe era for the19th century waslikely more com-plex than the 18th particularly for thosewhose lives spanned some of both Andthe 20th century was increasingly morecomplex than the 19th and so on
You I am sure grasp the process hereoutlined So it is not fully unnatural todesire a simple less hectic world But welive in the world of today and perhaps
tomorrow not in yesterday Still weache and wonder for much of what hasslipped past many times unnoticed untilit no longer exists
Age aside there is still a powerful lureassociated with the past It is evidencedin those faryounger thanI whobecome curi-ous aboutpeople of thepast and thelives theylived
On arecentSaturday evening I was privileged topresent my 18th century program for alarge group at Moselle Baptist Church inJones County Among the 500 or sothere a great many were young peo-plemdashchildren teens young adults Alllistened intently They fondled long-hunter shirts and a wool capote and acanvas greatcoat and forged knives andcopper corn boilers and buckskin moc-casins and a flintlock rifle They wereenthralled by a flint-and-steel fire kit
They touched a heavy wool blanketrolled onto a tump line a system andproduct exactly like that used by suchpersonalities as Daniel Boone in 1770
They admired my battered andstained leggings over canvas knee breech-es both now showing extensive wearfrom a decade of heavy use
More recently I set up and tended abooth for Primitive Archer magazine atthe Pre-Spring Arrow Fling at TannehillState Historical Park near BirminghamAgain there were hundreds in atten-dance many of them youngsters andmost shooting the target ranges Othersjust curious
This is a traditional-only gatheringand some truly impressive glass-and-wood recurves were in use these trueworks of art But there was also anincreasing number of all-wood bows invarious styles another step back in time
My own Osage and bamboo longbowbacked with copperheads coupled witha Plains-Style leather quiver decorated
with feathers and beads and holdingcedar arrows gave pause for each passer-by to stop and stare Wonderment filledtheir eyes and many had to ask how itperformed Quite wonderfully I mustsay Remember Native Americans fedentire villages with the sweet meat ofbison taken with such gear
Events such as these two mentionedconvince me more completely each timeI attend them that there is somethinginherent in many that prompts them toexplore the past Why and what I stilldonrsquot know for sure
But for me it is the reward of beingmore closely in touch with self and theenvironment It is the requirement that Irely more on myself and my companionsthan on technology and gadgetry It isthe realization that I can be content withvery little can live a full life minus theexternal stimuli of obnoxious noise andthe latest contrivances touted by adver-tising as essential
It is reaching the experienced conclu-sion that had I been one from the past Icould have as they did survived thenormal and regular hardships of a diffi-cult but simple life Plus it is all funthis playing the Old Days game
And these are all ample justificationto take leave of today and step back toyesterday from time to time
W
MississippiOutdoors
by Tony Kinton
Taking leave of today to step back
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Biscuit Smith of Thundervalley Archery makers of the Snuffer and Magnus broadheads explains the finer pointsof arrow flight to new converts From left are Biscuit Smith Michael Grappin Deaven Grappin Amy Grappin andDestin Grappin Michael and his two sons just completed their first Osage (wood) bows The Grappins are CentralElectric Power Association members in Leake County Old-day tools left photo were highly effective NativeAmericans fed entire villages with bison taken with wooden bows and arrows Photos Tony Kinton
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 11
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Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
Co-op Connections Business Spotlight
14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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CongratulationsThese Today in Mississippi readers will receive a free copy
of ldquoIn Good Taste Recipes for Healthy Livingrdquo complimentsof the Jackson Heart Clinic
Thanks to all who entered our cookbook drawing
bull Donna Abbott Steensbull Janet Lee Saucier
bull Shelli Rutledge Greenvillebull Betty Walker Starkville
bull Edwina Womack Bogue Chitto
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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18 Today in Mississippi April 2013
EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 19
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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hat is it about nostalgiathat is so terribly appeal-ing The question is easilyasked and I hear it oftenBut the responses suitable
for answering such a perplexing probeare remarkably difficult to formulateThere simply are too many variables
Age is one cause for this somewhatmisplaced longing Years forward tend todim the truth of years past and we maywish things could be as they were in thegood old days
There is meritin such thinkingYesterday was atime of simplici-ty Today how-ever is filledwith complexityThat could holdtrue regardless ofthe era for the19th century waslikely more com-plex than the 18th particularly for thosewhose lives spanned some of both Andthe 20th century was increasingly morecomplex than the 19th and so on
You I am sure grasp the process hereoutlined So it is not fully unnatural todesire a simple less hectic world But welive in the world of today and perhaps
tomorrow not in yesterday Still weache and wonder for much of what hasslipped past many times unnoticed untilit no longer exists
Age aside there is still a powerful lureassociated with the past It is evidencedin those faryounger thanI whobecome curi-ous aboutpeople of thepast and thelives theylived
On arecentSaturday evening I was privileged topresent my 18th century program for alarge group at Moselle Baptist Church inJones County Among the 500 or sothere a great many were young peo-plemdashchildren teens young adults Alllistened intently They fondled long-hunter shirts and a wool capote and acanvas greatcoat and forged knives andcopper corn boilers and buckskin moc-casins and a flintlock rifle They wereenthralled by a flint-and-steel fire kit
They touched a heavy wool blanketrolled onto a tump line a system andproduct exactly like that used by suchpersonalities as Daniel Boone in 1770
They admired my battered andstained leggings over canvas knee breech-es both now showing extensive wearfrom a decade of heavy use
More recently I set up and tended abooth for Primitive Archer magazine atthe Pre-Spring Arrow Fling at TannehillState Historical Park near BirminghamAgain there were hundreds in atten-dance many of them youngsters andmost shooting the target ranges Othersjust curious
This is a traditional-only gatheringand some truly impressive glass-and-wood recurves were in use these trueworks of art But there was also anincreasing number of all-wood bows invarious styles another step back in time
My own Osage and bamboo longbowbacked with copperheads coupled witha Plains-Style leather quiver decorated
with feathers and beads and holdingcedar arrows gave pause for each passer-by to stop and stare Wonderment filledtheir eyes and many had to ask how itperformed Quite wonderfully I mustsay Remember Native Americans fedentire villages with the sweet meat ofbison taken with such gear
Events such as these two mentionedconvince me more completely each timeI attend them that there is somethinginherent in many that prompts them toexplore the past Why and what I stilldonrsquot know for sure
But for me it is the reward of beingmore closely in touch with self and theenvironment It is the requirement that Irely more on myself and my companionsthan on technology and gadgetry It isthe realization that I can be content withvery little can live a full life minus theexternal stimuli of obnoxious noise andthe latest contrivances touted by adver-tising as essential
It is reaching the experienced conclu-sion that had I been one from the past Icould have as they did survived thenormal and regular hardships of a diffi-cult but simple life Plus it is all funthis playing the Old Days game
And these are all ample justificationto take leave of today and step back toyesterday from time to time
W
MississippiOutdoors
by Tony Kinton
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Biscuit Smith of Thundervalley Archery makers of the Snuffer and Magnus broadheads explains the finer pointsof arrow flight to new converts From left are Biscuit Smith Michael Grappin Deaven Grappin Amy Grappin andDestin Grappin Michael and his two sons just completed their first Osage (wood) bows The Grappins are CentralElectric Power Association members in Leake County Old-day tools left photo were highly effective NativeAmericans fed entire villages with bison taken with wooden bows and arrows Photos Tony Kinton
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 11
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12 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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EMPowers
Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
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Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
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14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
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22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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10 Today in Mississippi April 2013
hat is it about nostalgiathat is so terribly appeal-ing The question is easilyasked and I hear it oftenBut the responses suitable
for answering such a perplexing probeare remarkably difficult to formulateThere simply are too many variables
Age is one cause for this somewhatmisplaced longing Years forward tend todim the truth of years past and we maywish things could be as they were in thegood old days
There is meritin such thinkingYesterday was atime of simplici-ty Today how-ever is filledwith complexityThat could holdtrue regardless ofthe era for the19th century waslikely more com-plex than the 18th particularly for thosewhose lives spanned some of both Andthe 20th century was increasingly morecomplex than the 19th and so on
You I am sure grasp the process hereoutlined So it is not fully unnatural todesire a simple less hectic world But welive in the world of today and perhaps
tomorrow not in yesterday Still weache and wonder for much of what hasslipped past many times unnoticed untilit no longer exists
Age aside there is still a powerful lureassociated with the past It is evidencedin those faryounger thanI whobecome curi-ous aboutpeople of thepast and thelives theylived
On arecentSaturday evening I was privileged topresent my 18th century program for alarge group at Moselle Baptist Church inJones County Among the 500 or sothere a great many were young peo-plemdashchildren teens young adults Alllistened intently They fondled long-hunter shirts and a wool capote and acanvas greatcoat and forged knives andcopper corn boilers and buckskin moc-casins and a flintlock rifle They wereenthralled by a flint-and-steel fire kit
They touched a heavy wool blanketrolled onto a tump line a system andproduct exactly like that used by suchpersonalities as Daniel Boone in 1770
They admired my battered andstained leggings over canvas knee breech-es both now showing extensive wearfrom a decade of heavy use
More recently I set up and tended abooth for Primitive Archer magazine atthe Pre-Spring Arrow Fling at TannehillState Historical Park near BirminghamAgain there were hundreds in atten-dance many of them youngsters andmost shooting the target ranges Othersjust curious
This is a traditional-only gatheringand some truly impressive glass-and-wood recurves were in use these trueworks of art But there was also anincreasing number of all-wood bows invarious styles another step back in time
My own Osage and bamboo longbowbacked with copperheads coupled witha Plains-Style leather quiver decorated
with feathers and beads and holdingcedar arrows gave pause for each passer-by to stop and stare Wonderment filledtheir eyes and many had to ask how itperformed Quite wonderfully I mustsay Remember Native Americans fedentire villages with the sweet meat ofbison taken with such gear
Events such as these two mentionedconvince me more completely each timeI attend them that there is somethinginherent in many that prompts them toexplore the past Why and what I stilldonrsquot know for sure
But for me it is the reward of beingmore closely in touch with self and theenvironment It is the requirement that Irely more on myself and my companionsthan on technology and gadgetry It isthe realization that I can be content withvery little can live a full life minus theexternal stimuli of obnoxious noise andthe latest contrivances touted by adver-tising as essential
It is reaching the experienced conclu-sion that had I been one from the past Icould have as they did survived thenormal and regular hardships of a diffi-cult but simple life Plus it is all funthis playing the Old Days game
And these are all ample justificationto take leave of today and step back toyesterday from time to time
W
MississippiOutdoors
by Tony Kinton
Taking leave of today to step back
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Biscuit Smith of Thundervalley Archery makers of the Snuffer and Magnus broadheads explains the finer pointsof arrow flight to new converts From left are Biscuit Smith Michael Grappin Deaven Grappin Amy Grappin andDestin Grappin Michael and his two sons just completed their first Osage (wood) bows The Grappins are CentralElectric Power Association members in Leake County Old-day tools left photo were highly effective NativeAmericans fed entire villages with bison taken with wooden bows and arrows Photos Tony Kinton
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 11
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12 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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EMPowers
Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
Co-op Connections Business Spotlight
14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
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22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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EMPowers
Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
Co-op Connections Business Spotlight
14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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CongratulationsThese Today in Mississippi readers will receive a free copy
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 19
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
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22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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EMPowers
Nowadays cellphones and personaldigital devices are a partof our culture Everyoneit seems is connected onthe go mdash whether theyrsquorejust making phone calls textmessaging or checking emailSuch communication free-dom is a luxury we are willingto pay for because we donrsquotwant to live without these mod-ern conveniencesWhen it comes to electricity mdash a necessity in our
modern world mdash we expect it to be there at the flip ofthe switch But what we must remember is that each flipof the switch is a purchasing decision So use what youneed but need what you use Unlike many of our othermodern technologies when it comes to electricity weonly pay for what we useAs the General Manager of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association I have a special responsibility tomake sure your electric service is safe reliable andaffordable But I also believe that when compared toother commodities electricity remains a great value For example over the past 10 years gasoline has shot up1232 percent according to the US Bureau of LaborStatistics A gallon of cold milk rose 299 percent and adozen eggs jumped 786 percentElectricity has increased but remained relatively stable
over the past few years And in comparison to othercommodities is still a great value When you considerhow reliable electricity is the value goes up even moreBased on the outage management system Average
Service Availability Index (ASAI)EMEPArsquos reliability is9996 per-cent This issomethingwersquore proudof consideringelectricity is a24-hour-a-daycommodity Of course wersquore workinghard to reduce even those brief interruptions increase our service reliability and control costs through
innovative technologyThose cell phones I mentioned earlier Nearly a third
of all US households have four electronic devices suchas cell phones plugged in and charging according to theResidential Energy Consumption Survey by the USEnergy Information Administration In the past 30years the amount of residential electricity used by appli-ances and electronics has increased from 17 percent to31 percent More homes than ever use major appliancesand central air conditioning Digital video recorders(DVRs) computers and multiple televisions havebecome universal Clearly our appetite for electricity shows no signs of
slowing down So the next time you flip a switch useyour toaster or run your washing machine rememberthe value electricity holds And know that we at EMEPAare looking out for you by working together to keep electric bills affordable controlling costs through innovation and putting you our members first
Wayne Henson General Manager CEO
East MississippiElectric Power Association
Finding the values ofElectricity
You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
601-483-07963200 Hwy 45 N bull Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
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14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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You may have noticed in recent newsthat Mississippi Power Companyobtained approval to raise its retail ratesdue to the cost of construction of its lignite generating plant in KemperCounty The rates Mississippi Powercharges EMEPA for wholesale power arealso increasingBeginning with bills received on or
after May 1 EMEPA members inLauderdale Clarke Newton Wayne andJasper counties will see a retail rateincrease This increase is approximately93 percent or an average bill increase ofapproximately $1080 per month per1000 kWh The rate increase is due tothe construction cost of MississippiPowerrsquos lignite plant As a result of theplant Mississippi Power has increasedboth retail rates to their customers andwholesale rates to EMEPA and other
systems purchasing from MississippiPowerIn order to ensure our members pay
no more than the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission (FERC)approves EMEPA challenged the rateincrease through the FERC approvalprocess in Washington DC We willcontinue to insist that Mississippi Powerprove all cost increases comply withFERC requirements In other cost controlling efforts
EMEPA has taken advantage of histori-cally low interest rates to refinanceremaining debt on 5531 miles of line toreduce costs EMEPA has also refinedplanning models to ensure we havecapacity to continue providing safe reli-able electric service to more than 36900meters without undue rate burden tomembers
Additionally EMEPA offers a num-ber of options to help members managetheir electric costs These servicesinclude managing electric use as well asflexible payment options such as lev-elized billing online and auto-bank draftpayments EMEPA also offers free homeenergy audits and a number of rebateopportunities for energy saving applianceupgrades Members may contact ourPower Use Advisor Tim Martin at 601-581-8623 to schedule an energy audit orlearn more about our rebate program Inaddition members may find helpfulinformation about energy efficiencymeasures on EMEPAcom suchas energy calculators low-and no-costenergy savingtips and otherenergy
efficiency resourcesBe assured EMEPA is continually
working for the best interest of you ourmembers We have been your electricservice provider for 75 years and remaincommitted to providing our memberswith safe affordable and reliable electricservice for another 75 years That hasnever changed and never will
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12a
Mississippi Power lignite plant increases EMEPA wholesale rates
12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
601-483-07963200 Hwy 45 N bull Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
Co-op Connections Business Spotlight
14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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YOUR CHOICE
$999
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REG PRICE $34 99
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Electronic keypad uses four C batteries (included)
REG PRICE $149 99 $8799
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NO GAS REQUIRED
REG PRICE $14999 $8999
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19
40
Tools sold separately
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66
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Includes three AA NiCd rechargeable batteries (one for each fi xture)
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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12b Today in Mississippi April 2013 A
The Electric Power Associations ofMississippi held the 27th annualYouth Leadership Workshop Feb27-March 1 bringing together 68 ofMississippirsquos brightest studentleaders At this workshop some ofMississippirsquos top high school jun-iors learn about the keys to suc-cess focusing on leadershipdevelopment future advance-ment opportunities and theimportance of making smartdecisions
DK Boydstun of LouisvilleMadison Bradley of MeridianDarsquoSha Harrington ofLouisville Victoria OrsquoQuinnof Meridian Lisa Patel ofScooba Bethany Rivers ofStonewall Zach Shelly ofCollinsville Kate Sprabery
of Meridian and Andrew Yates of Louisvilleattended the workshop and were sponsored by EastMississippi Electric Power AssociationThe students participated in various team-building
activities heard speeches from motivational speakersenjoyed a breakfast with their state legislators andtoured the state Capitol The purpose of the workshopis to recognize outstanding young people and providea hands-on learning experience to better preparethem for a lifetime of leadershipDuring a legislative breakfast students visited with
their local state legislators and also discussed impor-tant issues in their communities Nearly 50 state legis-lators attended the breakfast Before touring the state Capitol Lt Gov Tate Reeves
spoke to the students Reeves encouraged the studentsto ldquodream big make a plan to achieve that dream andthen work hard to achieve itrdquoReeves explained that he was an underdog in the
treasurers election (his first run for public office)because he had no experience in winning a politicalcampaign or holding any public office unlike his oppo-nents Yet he decided to run despite the ldquonaysayersrdquoldquoThere will always be naysayers in your liferdquo he said
ldquoBut if you are willing to develop a plan and work hardyou can accomplish anything in life you want todespite the naysayersrdquoWhile visiting the Capitol the group was able to take
a closer look at state government while visiting theSenate and House galleries At the workshop the students participate in a variety
of leadership development activities They are brokeninto smaller groups in order to problem-solve andachieve a common goal ldquoBy using the cooperativebusiness model wersquore able to demonstrate the impor-tance of working together to accomplish your goalsrdquosaid Ron Stewart statewide program coordinatorThese activities stress the impor-tance of listening toothers and workingtogether Breakinginto small groupsallowed the stu-
d
I
Implementingkeys
successtomorrowrsquos
leaders
(From left to right) Kate SpraberyDK Boydstun Lisa Patel Zach
Shelly Victoria OrsquoQuinn AndrewYates Bethany Rivers DarsquoSha
Harrington and Madison Bradleyrepresented EMEPA at the 27th
annual Youth Leadership Workshop
Lt Gov Tate Reeves spoke to the students aboutleadership He told the group ldquoIf you are willing todevelop a plan and work hard you can accomplishanything in life you want to despite the naysayersrdquo
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
601-483-07963200 Hwy 45 N bull Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pmOne free T-shirt with an order of 36 or more
Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
Co-op Connections Business Spotlight
14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
One-Day Installation typical throughout MS bull Insured bull Financing
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ABOVE Ground
BELOW Ground
5305 HWY 145 SOUTH - MERIDIANSAFE ROOMS ON DISPLAY
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Showroom -
CongratulationsThese Today in Mississippi readers will receive a free copy
of ldquoIn Good Taste Recipes for Healthy Livingrdquo complimentsof the Jackson Heart Clinic
Thanks to all who entered our cookbook drawing
bull Donna Abbott Steensbull Janet Lee Saucier
bull Shelli Rutledge Greenvillebull Betty Walker Starkville
bull Edwina Womack Bogue Chitto
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
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22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 12c
dents to interact on a more personal level while get-ting to know students from across the state The studentsrsquo critical thinking skills were put to the
test during a town hall meeting which allowed themto discuss problems and issues that are affecting theirdaily lives The students also developed solutions thatcould be implemented to better their schools and com-munitiesEMEPA is a proud sponsor of the program ldquoWe know
that now is the time to invest in these student lead-ersrdquo said Wayne Henson general manager of EMEPAldquoWe hope they will take what they have learned andapply it in their schools and communitiesrdquo In June Andrew and Kate will travel with the youth
group to Washington DC The seven-day trip willinclude visits to all of the popular monuments andmemorials as well as meetings with Mississippirsquos congressional delegation during a visit to Capitol Hill
At left The students tour the House Gallery From left to right are RepMichael Evans DarsquoSha Andrew Lisa Zach Kate Rep William ShirleyBethany DK Madison Rep Steve Horne and Victoria Above Zach visits with Sen Terry Burton
While touring the Capitol Lisa andDarsquoSha meet with Sen Sampson
Jackson (center)
At right Kate Victoria Zach andMadison meet with Rep CharlesYoung (third from left)
After a legislative breakfast DK andAndrew visit with Sen Giles Ward (center)
Lt Gov Tate Reeves
12d Today in Mississippi April 2013
Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
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Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
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Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
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14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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Look up stay alert during outdoor work playAs the weather begins warming up
kids and adults alike will soon headoutside to perform spring clean-up andplay Before they do remind them tolook up and be alert for power linesand other electrical hazards the bestway to stay safe from electric shock mdashand even death
ldquoHere at EMEPA using proper pro-cedures and safety measures is a matterof life and deathrdquo explainsCommunication Manager Julie BolesldquoWe take safety seriously at home tooAccidents happen but if we educateourselves and our children we cankeep them to a minimumrdquoFor kidsbull Never fly a kite on a rainy day or
anywhere but an open space A highpoint in the sky makes a kite a ground-ing point for lightning and kites couldeasily become tangled in power lines
bull Donrsquot climb trees
that are near power lines and poles mdashleaves can disguise dangers during thespring and summerbull Stay far away from power lines
lying on the ground You canrsquot tell ifelectricity is still flowing throughthem If therersquos water nearby donrsquot goin it Water is the best conductor ofelectricitybull Obey signs that say ldquodangerrdquo and
ldquokeep outrdquo around large electricalequipment like substations Thesesigns arenrsquot warnings theyrsquore com-mands to keep you safe bull Never climb a power pole
For adultsbull If power lines run through your
trees call EMEPA mdash professional treetrimmers with proper protective equip-ment can trim branches safelybull Remember that power lines and
other utilities run underground
too Call 811 to have utility linesmarked before you start diggingbull Starting that spring cleanup yard
work Sweep dried leaves and debrisfrom outdoor receptaclesbull If theyrsquore not already consider
upgrading your outdoor receptacles mdashor any outlets that could come in contact with water mdash to ground faultcircuit interrupters (GFCIs) GFCIsimmediately interrupt power flowwhen a plugged-in device comes incontact with water Regardless keepyour outlets and cords dry and coveredoutsidebull Use only weather-resistant heavy-
duty extension cords marked for out-door usebull Donrsquot leave outdoor power tools
unattended for curious children or animals to find
For more safety tips and informa-tion visit SafeElectricityorg
Sources Electrical Safety FoundationInternational Safe Electricity
The onset of spring storms can bring down power lines and poles When outdoor activities beginremember to stay away from downed lines you canrsquot tell if electricity is still flowing through them
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
Card must be mentioned at time of quote or sale
wwwmeridiannovusglasscomwwwmprintsbiz
Keep energy efficiency in mind asyou plan spring landscapingProperly selected and planted treesshrubs and bushes can create awind break that lowers home heat-ing bills in the winter and insulatesyour home year-round Before youstart check on the right plants andtechniques for your climate atEnergySaversgov Always rememberto call 811 before you dig too
Source US Department of Energy
ENERGY efficiency tipAccording to Section 404(a) of the Bylaws of East Mississippi Electric
Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
Board of Directors Nominations
Make saving money aseasy as showing a card
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14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 19
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
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22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 13
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Every month EMEPA will be spotlighting local businesses that participate in the Co-op Connections Program This monthrsquos featured businesses are MrsquoPrints
and Novus Glass both located in Meridian
601-553-8463420 Front St Extension Meridian MS 39301
Monday- Friday 8 am - 5 pm10 percent discount
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Power Association any 50 members acting together may make a nominationby petition Any petition for nomination shall be submitted on a form desig-nated and provided by the Association Each member signing such petitionshall place thereon the date of signing address account number and servicelocation of the member Qualified nominations made by petition if anymust be received on or before the second Wednesday in May before the com-mittee on nominations meeting in June The committee on nominations shallreceive and consider any suggestionas to nominees submitted by mem-bers of the Association and shallreview the regularity of all nomina-tions and all petitions for nomina-tion and approve or reject same
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14 Today in Mississippi April 2013
mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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CongratulationsThese Today in Mississippi readers will receive a free copy
of ldquoIn Good Taste Recipes for Healthy Livingrdquo complimentsof the Jackson Heart Clinic
Thanks to all who entered our cookbook drawing
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By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
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22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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mississipp i
CooksRECIPES FROM OUR FEATURED COOKBOOK
A cookbook created by the booster club is helping Smithville High Schoolrsquosbasketball team recover from the devastation of the EF-5 tornado that destroyedthe school and much of the town two years ago
ldquoFe Smithville Seminole basketball players took a hard blow when the April27 2011 tornado destroyed their gymrdquo said Michele Blaylock of the SmithvilleFast Break Booster Club
ldquoFe gym rebuilding has begun If all goes as planned it will be Dnishedbefore basketball season begins next fall Also classeswill be in session at the original campus when schoolstarts back in August God is blessing our littletownrdquo Blaylock said
Proceeds from cookbook sales will help fund thepurchase of needed equipment and supplies for thenew facility
Fe cookbook features more than 540 recipesincluding sugar-free desserts in the diabetic sectionand a canningpreserving section It also includesa brief history of the school and a memorial forformer long-time coach John Chrestman
Price is $12 plus $3 SampH Mail order to Smithville FastBreak Boosters co Michele Blaylock 50218 Splunge Road Greenwood SpringsMS 38848 For more information call 662-315-7221
lsquoSeminole BasketballFrom the Court to the Kitchenrsquo
Caramel Cobbler1 stick butter1 12 cups self-rising our1 12 cups granulated sugar34 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla1 12 cups brown sugar1 12 cups hot water1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 F Melt butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a bowl mixEour granulated sugar milk and vanilla Pour over butter in pan (do not stir) In aseparate bowl mix brown sugar hot water and pecans Pour over mixture in panBake about 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly
Dijon Chicken Breasts6 boneless chicken breastsSalt pepper1 stick margarine melted
5 Tbsp Dijon mustard1 cup -nely chopped pecans2 cups Italian bread crumbs
Flatten chicken breasts with a mallet Season with salt and pepper In a small bowlcombine margarine and mustard In a separate bowl combine pecans and breadcrumbs Dip chicken into mustard mixture then dredge in pecan mixture Laychicken on a baking dish and bake at 300 F for 25 to 30 minutes or until doneServe with honey mustard
Lemon-Pepper Pork Chops12 cup water13 cup soy sauce12 cup cooking oil
3 Tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning6 pork chops all fat removed
In a deep bowl combine water soy sauce oil and lemon-pepper seasoning Putpork chops in a gallon resealable plastic bag and pour soy sauce mixture overchops Marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours or up to overnight Remove chops frombag and grill turning often and brushing with the leftover marinade
Editorrsquos note To prevent bacterial contamination boil the leftover marinade in asaucepan for 1 minute stirring often before using it to baste the chops
Spicy Skillet Chicken1 to 2 tsp chili powder12 tsp salt14 tsp black pepper1 Tbsp vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can black beans drained and rinsed1 can corn with red and green peppers13 cup thick-and-chunky salsa2 cups hot cooked rice
In a small bowl mix chili powder salt and pepper Sprinkle over chicken In a skil-let heat oil over medium heat Add chicken and cook 10 minutes turning onceuntil juices run clear Stir in beans corn and salsa Heat to boiling reduce heatCover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes Serve with rice
Fudge-Filled Bars2 cups quick-cooking oats1 12 cups all-purpose our1 cup packed brown sugar34 tsp salt1 cup butter melted
1 cup chopped pecans1 can sweetened condensed milk1 cup (6 oz) semisweet chocolate chips2 Tbsp shortening1 cup plain MampMrsquos
In a bowl combine oats Eour brown sugar and salt Add butter and mix untilcrumbly Stir in pecans Set aside 1 12 cups for the topping Press the remainingcrumb mixture into a greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan In a saucepan combinethe milk chocolate chips and shortening cook and stir over low heat until chipsare melted Spread over crust sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture Top withMampMrsquos Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are golden brownYield 2 12 dozen bars
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
Over the years technology has madethe way we live easier safer andmore convenient In many cases itrsquos even made many products moreaffordablehellip (remember how muchthe first VCR used to cost) Now ifyou need some help in turning up thevolume on the world around you anew solution has been inventedhellipitrsquos called Perfect Choice HDtrade
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workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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April 2013 Today in Mississippi 15
By Nancy Jo MaplesSeven score and 10 years ago the
Vicksburg siege induced a turning pointin the Civil War an event richlystitched into the historical tapestry ofthis Mississippi River cityDescendants of both the blue and
the gray will bow heads and join handsthis year to memorialize lives sacrificedon these and on other war groundsSesquicentennial Civil War events areoccurring nationally in states where bat-tles took place In Vicksburg thoseevents are slated in April May and July The first one is set April 5-7 and is
a heritage fair It will be similar to thetent fairs that traveled the South andMidwest in the 1800s and offeredmusical entertainment craft exhibitsdances and theatrical showsFree concerts the rededication of
the Iowa state monument and aparade are among the highlights of theMemorial Day weekend activities inMayConcert performances by the US
Navy Band Mississippi SymphonyOrchestra and Jackson MassCommunity Choir are scheduled thatweekend as well as a single song per-formance by celebrity guest TraceAdkins actor and country music artistA parade and wreath laying ceremonyare planned for May 27 MemorialDayThe Vicksburg park features memo-
rials from each of the states that suf-fered casualties during the warrsquos
Vicksburg Campaign A few years agoIowarsquos state legislature appropriatedfunds to restore the monument that hadbeen commissioned in 1904 and hadbecome worn through the years Therestored memorial will be rededicated ina ceremony with the governors of Iowaand Mississippi and a contingent of Iowacitizens on Saturday May 25Memorial Day events are expected to
draw the largest crowd amongVicksburgrsquos three sesquicentennial hap-penings That holiday has been designat-ed as the commemoration of the siegeRick Martin chief of park operations
said because Vicksburg sits halfwaybetween Atlanta and Dallas he expectstravelers to make Vicksburg NationalMilitary Park a destinationldquoTen thousand people a day during
that time period is not unrealisticrdquoMartin saidThe Shiloh Sesquicentennial last year
drew 150000 spectators to northMississippi throughout an eight-day peri-od However part of that draw includeda re-enactmentVicksburgrsquos July activities will involve
the placement of approximately 20000luminarias throughout the parkLuminarias will be positioned at eachstate monument with one luminaria rep-resenting each casualty for that state Forexample Illinois lost 2400 soldiers in thebattle and 2400 luminarias will be placedat the Illinois monument That event willtake place on the night of July 3
commemorates 150 years of civil war history
AAA Traveler magazine namedVicksburg one of the top 13 places inthe world to visit in 2013 Those whocanrsquot attend the 150th anniversaryevents may want to explore it at othertimes Park officials suggest viewing thepark by automobile The 16-mile driv-ing tour takes about two hours and visi-tors can stop to walk closer to monu-ments for photographs There are twodesignated picnic areas along the routeAdmission to the park is $8 per vehicle
For more information about the parkor sesquicentennial events contact theVicksburg National Military Park at601-636-0583 or visit its website atwwwnpsgovvickindexhtm
Writer Nancy Jo Maples can bereached at 188 Ernest Pipkins RoadLucedale MS 39452 or via email atnancyjomaplesaolcom
The Mississippi State Memorial left was dedicated in 1909 in the Vicksburg National Military Park TheUnion gunboat Cairo above fell victim to a Confederate mine in 1862 yet the crew survived the blastRaised from the bottom of the Yazoo River in 1964 the boat was preserved for display as part of the parkrsquosUSS Cairo Museum Photos courtesy of Vicksburg National Military ParkNational Park Service
Battery De Golyer preserved at the Vicksburg National Military Park contained 22 canonmaking it the largest artillery concentration in the Federal seige line The 62-foot Illinois StateMemorial background has 47 steps one for each day of the seige of Vicksburg
vicksburgnational military park
16 Today in Mississippi April 2013
pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
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22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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pink to purplish pink and there are sev-eral white-flowered selections available atnurseries Flowers are grouped in clustersheld tightlyagainst thestems andbranches creat-ing colorfuloutlines of thebranchingstructure of thetree
The individ-ual flowersclosely resemblepea flowersThis isnrsquot toosurprising as redbud is a member of thelegume family and the trees produce flatbrown seedpods
Under optimal conditions redbud isconsidered a small tree capable of reach-ing 15 to 30 feet tall It typically has ashort trunk and a rounded almostumbrella-like crown
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SouthernGardening
by Dr Gary Bachman
RedbudsMississippi has many flowering native
trees and one that gets its fair share ofattention this time of year is the redbudThese trees flower early in the springbefore most other trees have started toleaf out after their winter naps
Although most flowering trees nativeto Mississippi tend to be understory treesthat can be hidden by bigger trees andtheir foliage itrsquos common around thestate to see a redbud framed or silhouet-ted by leafless hardwoods
Redbud is a readily adaptable speciesthat can tolerate many different soil andclimatic conditions Redbuds are rare inthe coastal counties where they mostoften are planted as part of an ornamen-tal landscape They are more commonnorth of a line drawn throughHattiesburg Travelling north you canfirst find redbuds growing in the swalesaround creeks and then later theybecome more common on flatter land
Redbud flowers are gorgeous in thespring Colors range from light clear
Foliage emerges afterthe flowering is finished almostas if the leaves do not want tointerfere with the pink showLeaves are glossy green inthe summer and heart-shaped reaching 3 to5 inches acrossUnfortunately there is little potential forfall color although some yellow-coloredleaves may appear in the fall sometimes
For best growth place redbuds asunderstory trees Planting sites with par-tial to full shade are probably best butIrsquove seen several splendid specimensbeing grown out in the full sun
Some selections have maroon-coloredleaves that are pretty close to Bulldogmaroon One of the best selections Iwould pick for the landscape is ForestPansy This redbudrsquos heart-shaped pur-ple-maroon foliage has outstanding colorwhen it receives morning sun
A great question Irsquove received recentlyconcerns the name ldquoIf the flowers are
pink why is it called redbudrdquoIt became readily apparent to me
where the redbudrsquos name came from as Ilooked at flowers buds beginning toopen The outer layer of bud scales pro-tecting the developing flower is a deepred color
Redbud is a good choice for adding apunch of spring color to your landscapeas a specimen or in a shrub border
Dr Gary Bachman is MSUhorticulturist at the Coastal Researchand Extension Center in Biloxi
The purple flowers of the redbud tree are a seeming contradiction until you glimpse the deepred color of the flower buds as they begin to open
Photo MSU Extension ServiceGary Bachman
offer bold color in early spring
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 17
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EventsMississippi
Want more than 400000 readers to know about your event Send it to us at least two months prior to theevent date Submissions must include a phone number with area code for publication Mail to MississippiEvents Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 fax to 601-605-8601 or email tonewsepaofmscom Events of statewide interest will be published free of charge as space allows Eventdetails are subject to change so we strongly recommend calling to confirm dates and times before travelingFor more events go to wwwvisitmississippiorg
workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
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22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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EventsMississippi
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workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
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22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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00
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workshop starts at noon Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Episcopal Church of The Nativity AntiqueShow and Sale April 18-20 GreenwoodInvitational show with dealers from through-out the South Admission Details 662-453-9197 wwwgreenwoodmscomDixieland Old Engine and AgriculturalClubrsquos Spring Show April 18-20 LaurelFairgrounds Details 601-954-7904Gulf Coast Military Collectors Show April19-20 DrsquoIberville Buy sell trade militarymemorabilia Admission free for WWII vetsDrsquoIberville Civic Center Details 228-224-1120228-380-688233rd Annual Alcorn State University JazzFestival April 20 Vicksburg Student jazzensembles internationally acclaimed jazzartists to perform workshop Free VicksburgConvention Center Details 601-877-6602866-822-6338 wwwalcornedujazzfestMeridian Daylily Club Annual DaylilySale April 20 Many varieties and colors 8am Lauderdale County Co-op Details 601-527-2442Hernando Farmers Market Saturdays April20 - Oct 20 Hernando Local food agriculturalproducts crafts 8 am - 1 pm HernandoSquare Details wwwcityofhernandoorgfarmersmarketDouble 16 Hunting Club Sixth AnnualSpring Trail Ride April 20 PoplarvilleSuppers entertainment Admission Gumpondarea Details 601-550-5905Crosstie Festival April 20 Cleveland Artwork concessions childrenrsquos area Details662-843-2712Jason Crabb in Concert April 20 MonticelloInspirational gospel artist 6 pm AdmissionLawrence County Multi-Purpose BuildingDetails 601-754-6899Pinefest April 20 Laurel Working home-stead Confederate encampment SouthernStrings Dulcimers entertainment grist millfood more Landrumrsquos Homestead amp VillageDetails 601-649-2546 wwwlandrumscomBack Roads Charity Poker Run April 20
Southern Heritage Pilgrimage April 5-7Aberdeen Home tours candlelight dinnerscemetery tours carriage rides moreAdmission Details 800-634-3538wwwaberdeenpilgrimagecomArt in the Pass April 6-7 Pass ChristianAbout 100 artists to exhibit cooking demosmore Also ldquoCelebrate the Gulfrdquo MarineEducation Festival on April 6 War MemorialPark Details 650-743-0870 wwwartinthepasscomTwo Rivers Bluegrass Festival andHeritage amp Forestry Expo April 9-13Leakesville Live performances special eventscamping Admission Greene County RuralEvents Center Details 601-408-5965Rodeo of the Mid-South April 12-13Southaven PRCA sanctioned 730 pmLanders Center Details 662-470-2131wwwlanderscentercomldquoExpedition 1813 Becoming lsquoOldHickoryrsquordquo War of 1812 Bicentennial April12-14 Natchez Reenactment of landing andencampment of Andrew Jacksonrsquos Natchezexpedition with parade period camp demon-strations lectures more Continues in otherlocations along Natchez Trace Details 601-446-6345 infovisitnatchezorgWhistle Stop Festival April 13Waynesboro Arts crafts 5K run ridescarmotorcycle show childrenrsquos train ridesFlorida Boys more Details 866-735-2268Historical Marker Installation andCommemoration of Louisiana NativeGuards April 14 Gulfport Ship IslandHonors African-American soldiers stationed atShip Island during Civil War Speakers includeNational Poet Laureate Natasha TretheweyJones Park Details 228-343-2245wwwlouisiananativeguardcomWeed IdentiCcation Workshop April 16Waynesboro Bring weed to be identiIed andcontrol measures recommended by Dr WaynePorter 6 pm Wayne County ExtensionService Details 601-735-2243Gardening for Birds and ButterDies April18 Waynesboro One-hour interactive video
Byhalia Details 662-838-8127 wwwface-bookcombyhaliachamberBee Safety Workshop April 23Waynesboro One-hour workshop with Dr JeHHarris 730 am Pre-register Wayne CountyExtension Service Details 601-735-2243Southaven SpringFest April 25-27Southaven State BBQ cooking competitionconcerts carnival midway kids and majorrides Snowden Grove Park Details 662-280-2489 ext 283 wwwsouthavencomMagnolia State Bluegrass AssociationSpring Show April 26-27 Polkville Livemusic camping jamming Music Barn Details601-946-0280 601-955-9182Earth Day at the Arboretum April 27Picayune Exhibits on nature and sustainablegardening 10 am - 2 pm Admission CrosbyArboretum Details 601-799-2311Third Annual Rabbit Run for St JudeApril 27 Star 5K timed event 1-mile kidrsquosbike ride crafts more Details 601-842-7947wwwrabbitrunstarcomSherman School Reunion April 27Sherman Open to former students friendsand family 1030 am - 230 pm CravinCatIsh Restaurant Details 931-320-2441mrtsix3bellsouthnetDave Matthews Band North MississippiAll Stars April 27 Southaven SnowdenGrove Amphitheater Details 662-892-2660wwwsnowdengroveamphitheatercomAnnual Eight-Mile Yard Sale April 27Greenwood Springs Antiques tools clothingtruck equipment more Begins at CountryStore Details 662-256-2432 662-315-6955Delicious Design for the Landscape April28 Picayune Dr Christine Coker to speak onedible landscaping 10 -11 am Register byApril 27 Admission Crosby ArboretumDetails 601-799-2311Charitable Commemoration for MrWilliam Kinard Jr April 27 ClarksdaleFeaturing Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCsThe Myles Singers others Doors open 5 pmAdmission Clarksdale Civic AuditoriumDetails 662-902-3742 601-940-2573Mid-South Swap and Flea Market April27-28 Southaven Free admission The ArenaDetails 901-831-9519 901-412-6195Mid-South Spring Wedding Show April28 Olive Branch Admission 1-5 pmWhispering Woods Hotel and ConferenceCenter Details 901-368-6782 wwwmid-southweddingshowcomPond Management Workshop April 30Waynesboro Bill Maily to lead 6 pm Pre-register Wayne County Extension ServiceDetails 601-735-2243River to the Rails lsquoQue on the Yazoo BBQContestMay 3-4 Greenwood Art musicfood Downtown Details rivertotherailsorg
Mississippi Governors DayMay 4Lexington Governorsrsquo forum and luncheontour of Gov Edmond Noelrsquos home AdmissionHolmes County Multi-Purpose ComplexDetails 601-953-4169 wwwmississippigov-ernorsdaycomDay in the ParkMay 4 Morton Arts craftsfood domino tournament antique tractorsentertainment more 7 Bridges concert 8 pmFarris Municipal Park Details 601-732-6252601-732-8609SpringfestMay 4 Divide (Lawrence County)Flea market food auction games gospelmusic Divide Methodist Protestant ChurchDetails 601-587-7875ldquoRun for the Sonrdquo Motorcycle RideMay 4Diamondhead Hosted by Wheels of Fire RidersCMA chapter 125-mile round trip on backroads stage up 830 am DonationDiamondhead Community Church Details228-222-5572 bbradley1947gmailcomOkatoma FestivalMay 4 Collins 5Krunwalk childrenrsquos fun run parade artcrafts quilt exhibits childrenrsquos park healthfair street dance with Cowboy Blues Bandmore Downtown Details 601-765-6012wwwcovingtonchambercomldquoHidden Gems of Pass Christianrdquo Tour ofHomesMay 5 Pass Christian Featuring ninecottages and homes spanning more than 150years 2-5 pm Admission Details 228-452-7254 wwwpasshistoryorgNational Train DayMay 11 McComb Railand caboose cars hobos model trains enter-tainment 10 am - 1 pm Free McComb CityRailroad Depot Museum Details 601-684-4000 trainmastermcrrmuseumcomldquoHonoring Our Veteransrdquo Open Car ShowMay 11 Biloxi Games door prizes oldiesmusic awards Registration 9 am Rain-outdate June 8 Biloxi Veterans Hospital Details228-392-6134 msbeachcruiserscomHog Wild Barbeque Cook OB and FamilyFestivalMay 11 Brookhaven Food vendorsentertainment Downtown Details 601-757-1772 wwwhogwildfestivalorgMayfest Arts and Crafts Festival and 5KRunWalkMay 11 Olive Branch More than150 vendors food games entertainmentRace begins 8 am Old Towne Details 662-893-0888 wwwolivebrancholdtownecomMississippi Coast Jazz Society Dance JamSessionMay 12 Biloxi Hard Rock Casino 2-5pm Details 228-392-4177Ringling Bros and Barnun amp BaileyCircusMay 17-19 Southaven LandersCenter Details 662-470-2131 wwwlander-scentercomEighth Annual ldquoShow by the Shorerdquo CarShowMay 18 Pascagoula Registration 8-11am Pascagoula Beach Park Details 228-218-9831 wwwmagnoliaclassiccruiserscom
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the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
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the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
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VACATION RENTALSAPPALACHIAN TRAIL Cabins by trail in Georgia mountains 3000rsquo above sea level Snowy winters coolsummers inexpensive rates 800-284-6866wwwbloodmountaincom
WWWGULFSHORES4RENTCOM Beautiful westbeach in Gulf Shores - 4 great condos each sleeps 6 Call 404-219-3189 or 404-702-9824
LEAF RIVER CAMP LOWER RATES UNTIL SPRINGtwo bedrooms directly on river sleeps 8 private pierfull kitchen fishing hunting swimming and veryrelaxing 228-860-8689
LAKE WASHINGTON RUSTIC CABIN ON WATERSEDGE East side pier bbq grill furnished two nightminimum 4 bedrooms call Ricky 662-827-5310 or662-820-3724 after 5pm
CABINSPIGEON FORGE TN sleeps 2-6 great location 251-649-3344 251-649-4049wwwhideawaypropcom
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITYWATKINS SINCE 1868 Top 10 home business Over350 products everyone uses Free catalog packet 800-352-5213
MISCELLANEOUSFREE BOOKSDVDS Soon the ldquoMark of the Beastrdquo willbe enforced as Church and State unite Let the Biblereveal The Bible Says PO Box 99 Lenoir City TN37771 888-211-1715 thebiblesaystruthyahoocom
PLAY GOSPEL SONGS BY EAR $1295 ldquoLearn GospelMusicrdquo - chording runs fills - $1295 Both $24Davidsons 6727MS Metcalf Shawnee Mission KS66204 Call 913-262-4982
Mississippi MarketplaceType or print your ad clearly Be sure to include your telephone number Deadline is the 10th ofeach month for the next monthrsquos issue Rate is $250 per word ten word minimum Mail pay-ment with your ad to Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 Haveany questions Phone 601-605-8604 or email swindleepaofmscom
Mobile Home Super Insulated Roof Over Systems40 Year Warranty Factory Direct from
ROOF KING 1-800-276-0176
Mobile Home Owners ROOF KING
wwwroofkingnet
6914 Hwy 2 Oak Grove LA 71263 bull Call Toll Free (800) 421-4232 Fax (318) 428-8360Email davidrrunbuildingsystemscom or visit wwwrunbuildingsystemscom
HIGH QUALITY METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS ANDCOMPONENTS FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS
Complete line of custom-designed pre-engineeredmetal building and mini-storage systems
CASH Paid for Arrowheads and Indian Artifacts
(662) 801-1786call Brock599393TW
AGRICULTURAL COLLATERAL INSPECTION ANDAPPRAISALS Ag background required Training course available Call 800-488-7570 or visit wwwamagappraiserscom
DONrsquoT LET YOUR FAMILY MEMORIESFADE AWAY We can transfer your VHS VHS-CBetamax Minidv to DVD We provide Macintoshcomputer support with 28 years experienceParrot Video Productions LLC Call 601- 826-1168 or visit us at wwwparrotvideoproductionscomSOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY Social Security-SSI denied Internership-Supreme CourtJustice More than 45 years combined experience winning cases No fee unless approved Please call 601-649-6125 We Deliver
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 23
FARM BARNSHattiesburg MS bull 1-601-296-0550
30 x 40 x 10 = $890000 Painted Sides
40 x 40 x 20 = $1690000Painted Sideswwwfarmbarnsinccom
Our Prices Include
Labor amp Metal Sides Also Available in Wood Sides
30X40X10 KIT$4900
00
30rsquo x 50rsquo x 10rsquo $712640rsquo x 60rsquo x 12rsquo $1028750rsquo x 75rsquo x 14rsquo $1519680rsquo x 120rsquo x 16rsquo $36874
Minis-30rsquo x 100rsquo with 20-10rsquo x 15rsquo units - $14740
Medicare Supplement Insurance
Low Rates for Plan F
Male (Non Tobacco)
Age MoPremFemale (Non Tobacco)
Age MoPrem65 $1160070 $1310075 $1570080 $19200
65 $1070070 $1210075 $1460080 $17700
Call800-336-9861
6 River Bend Place Flowood MS 39232
HAMILTON INSURANCEAGENCY
Rates vary slightly by zip codeNot affiliated with any government agency
1-800-766-5793
All buildings constructed with pre-built trusseswstamped engineered drawings
wwwbcibarnscome-mail barnbcibarnscom
800 to 500 Mon to Fri800 to 1200 Sat CST
bull Serving Mississippi over 20 yearsbull NFBA (National Frame Building Assn)
Accredited Builderbull NFBA Building of the year winnerbull BBB Accredited Business with an A-Plus ratingbull The siding we manufacture is UL Listed
File R23370bull Our Vice President recently passed the National
Standard General Building Contractor Exam
$amp()($+)($(-amp(01amp-(amp((-amp()
(228) 669-3578 wwwtombsusemail us at contactfortressgmailcom
+ Clean dry above-ground burial + Made in Mississippi + Pre-planning available
Est 1997$ampamp()amp+(amp
FLOORING + FURNITURE + INTERIOR DESIGN
FLOORING bull FURNITURE bull INTERIOR DESIGN
Whether itrsquos a new family life center or a sanctuary remodel an expansion or new campus our experienced team will lead you every step from concept to completion
call Mr Anderson today
6015844500aandersonandersondesigncentercom
Serving Mississippi since 1982
20 Today in Mississippi April 2013
the community of Agricola in GeorgeCounty on Thanksgiving Day 1913About 10 miles south of Lucedale The family consisted of John A and
his wife Ida and three of their youngestchildren Zema Miller and Clyde Hismarried son Walter with wife Emmaand four children also made the tripThe women and children came by trainOthers followed in 1918John A was Randy and Alanrsquos great-
grandfather and Walter was their grand-father Elton another son of Walter andEmma was born in George County andwas the father of Randy and AlanNow where is the 100-year-old wagon
todaySoon after they moved John A and
Walter Brown decided they needed alarger wagon for their farm in Agricolaso it was traded for a big wheel wagonThe larger wagon had belonged toCarley Davis who owned a sawmill atthe edge of Jackson County Randyremembers picking corn in the big wheelwagon
was bothering RandyBrown a retiredVocational Shop schoolteacher by talking to himas he worked inside our
house He has awesome familystories Especiallyone about a wagon
I (over a 100 years old) that was lost andfound Randy is an excellent carpenter Our
house is 43 years old so we do a fix-upevery few years to keep it updated andstanding up Randyrsquos brother Alanteams up with him to repair or remodel
house projects for folks in GeorgeCounty Randy didnrsquot let his work interfere
with talking and answering my ques-tions He and his wife Amanda haveone son Andrew and a large extendedfamily Their beautiful old-fashioned
home is located on original Brownland in Agricola which is inhollering distance of hisbrother Alan and cousinsCharles Walter andKent Brown
Now herersquos thewagon story as Randytold it to me TheBrowns packed upall their belongingsin the wagon pulledby two mules and lefttheir home west ofMeridianmdashMeehancommunity to be exactThese pioneersarrived from theirbumpy trip at
Hitch the wagonndashwersquore going to George County
The long-lost wagon used in 1913 to bring their forebears to George County from the Meridian area has returned to the Brown family Fromleft are wagon owners Brown family members Kent Charles Walter Randy and Alan Mounted on the back of the old wagon is a corn sheller
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
FOR SALEJACK FOSTER HANDMADE SADDLES Hazlehurst MS601-894-3809 West Monroe LA 381-397-0086
VACATION RENTALSAPPALACHIAN TRAIL Cabins by trail in Georgia mountains 3000rsquo above sea level Snowy winters coolsummers inexpensive rates 800-284-6866wwwbloodmountaincom
WWWGULFSHORES4RENTCOM Beautiful westbeach in Gulf Shores - 4 great condos each sleeps 6 Call 404-219-3189 or 404-702-9824
LEAF RIVER CAMP LOWER RATES UNTIL SPRINGtwo bedrooms directly on river sleeps 8 private pierfull kitchen fishing hunting swimming and veryrelaxing 228-860-8689
LAKE WASHINGTON RUSTIC CABIN ON WATERSEDGE East side pier bbq grill furnished two nightminimum 4 bedrooms call Ricky 662-827-5310 or662-820-3724 after 5pm
CABINSPIGEON FORGE TN sleeps 2-6 great location 251-649-3344 251-649-4049wwwhideawaypropcom
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITYWATKINS SINCE 1868 Top 10 home business Over350 products everyone uses Free catalog packet 800-352-5213
MISCELLANEOUSFREE BOOKSDVDS Soon the ldquoMark of the Beastrdquo willbe enforced as Church and State unite Let the Biblereveal The Bible Says PO Box 99 Lenoir City TN37771 888-211-1715 thebiblesaystruthyahoocom
PLAY GOSPEL SONGS BY EAR $1295 ldquoLearn GospelMusicrdquo - chording runs fills - $1295 Both $24Davidsons 6727MS Metcalf Shawnee Mission KS66204 Call 913-262-4982
Mississippi MarketplaceType or print your ad clearly Be sure to include your telephone number Deadline is the 10th ofeach month for the next monthrsquos issue Rate is $250 per word ten word minimum Mail pay-ment with your ad to Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 Haveany questions Phone 601-605-8604 or email swindleepaofmscom
Mobile Home Super Insulated Roof Over Systems40 Year Warranty Factory Direct from
ROOF KING 1-800-276-0176
Mobile Home Owners ROOF KING
wwwroofkingnet
6914 Hwy 2 Oak Grove LA 71263 bull Call Toll Free (800) 421-4232 Fax (318) 428-8360Email davidrrunbuildingsystemscom or visit wwwrunbuildingsystemscom
HIGH QUALITY METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS ANDCOMPONENTS FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS
Complete line of custom-designed pre-engineeredmetal building and mini-storage systems
CASH Paid for Arrowheads and Indian Artifacts
(662) 801-1786call Brock599393TW
AGRICULTURAL COLLATERAL INSPECTION ANDAPPRAISALS Ag background required Training course available Call 800-488-7570 or visit wwwamagappraiserscom
DONrsquoT LET YOUR FAMILY MEMORIESFADE AWAY We can transfer your VHS VHS-CBetamax Minidv to DVD We provide Macintoshcomputer support with 28 years experienceParrot Video Productions LLC Call 601- 826-1168 or visit us at wwwparrotvideoproductionscomSOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY Social Security-SSI denied Internership-Supreme CourtJustice More than 45 years combined experience winning cases No fee unless approved Please call 601-649-6125 We Deliver
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 23
FARM BARNSHattiesburg MS bull 1-601-296-0550
30 x 40 x 10 = $890000 Painted Sides
40 x 40 x 20 = $1690000Painted Sideswwwfarmbarnsinccom
Our Prices Include
Labor amp Metal Sides Also Available in Wood Sides
30X40X10 KIT$4900
00
30rsquo x 50rsquo x 10rsquo $712640rsquo x 60rsquo x 12rsquo $1028750rsquo x 75rsquo x 14rsquo $1519680rsquo x 120rsquo x 16rsquo $36874
Minis-30rsquo x 100rsquo with 20-10rsquo x 15rsquo units - $14740
Medicare Supplement Insurance
Low Rates for Plan F
Male (Non Tobacco)
Age MoPremFemale (Non Tobacco)
Age MoPrem65 $1160070 $1310075 $1570080 $19200
65 $1070070 $1210075 $1460080 $17700
Call800-336-9861
6 River Bend Place Flowood MS 39232
HAMILTON INSURANCEAGENCY
Rates vary slightly by zip codeNot affiliated with any government agency
1-800-766-5793
All buildings constructed with pre-built trusseswstamped engineered drawings
wwwbcibarnscome-mail barnbcibarnscom
800 to 500 Mon to Fri800 to 1200 Sat CST
bull Serving Mississippi over 20 yearsbull NFBA (National Frame Building Assn)
Accredited Builderbull NFBA Building of the year winnerbull BBB Accredited Business with an A-Plus ratingbull The siding we manufacture is UL Listed
File R23370bull Our Vice President recently passed the National
Standard General Building Contractor Exam
$amp()($+)($(-amp(01amp-(amp((-amp()
(228) 669-3578 wwwtombsusemail us at contactfortressgmailcom
+ Clean dry above-ground burial + Made in Mississippi + Pre-planning available
Est 1997$ampamp()amp+(amp
FLOORING + FURNITURE + INTERIOR DESIGN
FLOORING bull FURNITURE bull INTERIOR DESIGN
Whether itrsquos a new family life center or a sanctuary remodel an expansion or new campus our experienced team will lead you every step from concept to completion
call Mr Anderson today
6015844500aandersonandersondesigncentercom
Serving Mississippi since 1982
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 21The Brown family lost track of the
wagon that brought their family toAgricola They kept the big wheel wagonstored in a barn at Alan and Randyrsquosgranddaddyrsquos old place WhenHurricane Frederic blew the barn downin 1979 it almost destroyed the wagon Elton Randyrsquos daddy wanted to cut
it up for firewood but Randy talkedhim out of it Since he taught shop at
East CentralHigh SchoolRandy took it toschool andwhile his stu-dents worked ontheir projectshe restored thebig wheelwagon But healways longed toknow what hap-pened to their
familyrsquos original wagonOne of Randyrsquos students a young
boy named Roger Emerson asked aboutthe big wagon he was restoring SoRandy told him the story including thestory of the wagon that brought his fam-ily to AgricolaRoger told Randy he knew who had
that original wagon where it was andthat he would inherit it someday Randytold him if you ever decide to sell thewagon I want to buy itThis went on for 25 to 30 years Each
time he saw Roger Randy would askabout the wagon and Roger would tellhim it was in good shape and used onlyat Old Fashioned Day in HurleyAbout a year ago Rogerrsquos 91-year-old
mother decided to sell the originalBrown wagon to a neighbor but Rogerremembered the promise he made toRandy years before I call it a covenant Like God made
with His people Herersquos the rest of the saga The
wagon was purchased by cousins Kentand Charles Walter Brown and Randyand Alan for $600 No refurbishmentwas needed on the Cyprus wagon Itrsquos ingreat condition and a beauty Not only do they now have the two
wagons but they have a book written bymembers of the Brown family 1880 to2013 the family records of birth anddeaths and stories by family membersthat will make you laugh out loud Wayne Brown retired Southern
District highway commissioner wrote69 stories for the book Rev Dr BryceEvans and other friends have poems andother good tales incorporated in theirldquohome-stylerdquo book called ldquoBrown Bookof Talesrdquo A wonderful read The Browns are planning a 100-year
celebration on Thanksgiving Day thisyear at Randyrsquos home If your name isBrown just come on down There was apopulation explosion like Abrahamrsquosdescendants so theyrsquod never know thedifference if you bring a casserole
Grin lsquonrsquoBare It
by Kay Grafe
Kay Grafe is the author of ldquoOh My GoshVirginiardquo To order send name addressphone number and $1695 plus $350 SampHto Kay Grafe 2142 Fig Farm Road LucedaleMS 39452
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
FOR SALEJACK FOSTER HANDMADE SADDLES Hazlehurst MS601-894-3809 West Monroe LA 381-397-0086
VACATION RENTALSAPPALACHIAN TRAIL Cabins by trail in Georgia mountains 3000rsquo above sea level Snowy winters coolsummers inexpensive rates 800-284-6866wwwbloodmountaincom
WWWGULFSHORES4RENTCOM Beautiful westbeach in Gulf Shores - 4 great condos each sleeps 6 Call 404-219-3189 or 404-702-9824
LEAF RIVER CAMP LOWER RATES UNTIL SPRINGtwo bedrooms directly on river sleeps 8 private pierfull kitchen fishing hunting swimming and veryrelaxing 228-860-8689
LAKE WASHINGTON RUSTIC CABIN ON WATERSEDGE East side pier bbq grill furnished two nightminimum 4 bedrooms call Ricky 662-827-5310 or662-820-3724 after 5pm
CABINSPIGEON FORGE TN sleeps 2-6 great location 251-649-3344 251-649-4049wwwhideawaypropcom
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITYWATKINS SINCE 1868 Top 10 home business Over350 products everyone uses Free catalog packet 800-352-5213
MISCELLANEOUSFREE BOOKSDVDS Soon the ldquoMark of the Beastrdquo willbe enforced as Church and State unite Let the Biblereveal The Bible Says PO Box 99 Lenoir City TN37771 888-211-1715 thebiblesaystruthyahoocom
PLAY GOSPEL SONGS BY EAR $1295 ldquoLearn GospelMusicrdquo - chording runs fills - $1295 Both $24Davidsons 6727MS Metcalf Shawnee Mission KS66204 Call 913-262-4982
Mississippi MarketplaceType or print your ad clearly Be sure to include your telephone number Deadline is the 10th ofeach month for the next monthrsquos issue Rate is $250 per word ten word minimum Mail pay-ment with your ad to Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 Haveany questions Phone 601-605-8604 or email swindleepaofmscom
Mobile Home Super Insulated Roof Over Systems40 Year Warranty Factory Direct from
ROOF KING 1-800-276-0176
Mobile Home Owners ROOF KING
wwwroofkingnet
6914 Hwy 2 Oak Grove LA 71263 bull Call Toll Free (800) 421-4232 Fax (318) 428-8360Email davidrrunbuildingsystemscom or visit wwwrunbuildingsystemscom
HIGH QUALITY METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS ANDCOMPONENTS FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS
Complete line of custom-designed pre-engineeredmetal building and mini-storage systems
CASH Paid for Arrowheads and Indian Artifacts
(662) 801-1786call Brock599393TW
AGRICULTURAL COLLATERAL INSPECTION ANDAPPRAISALS Ag background required Training course available Call 800-488-7570 or visit wwwamagappraiserscom
DONrsquoT LET YOUR FAMILY MEMORIESFADE AWAY We can transfer your VHS VHS-CBetamax Minidv to DVD We provide Macintoshcomputer support with 28 years experienceParrot Video Productions LLC Call 601- 826-1168 or visit us at wwwparrotvideoproductionscomSOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY Social Security-SSI denied Internership-Supreme CourtJustice More than 45 years combined experience winning cases No fee unless approved Please call 601-649-6125 We Deliver
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 23
FARM BARNSHattiesburg MS bull 1-601-296-0550
30 x 40 x 10 = $890000 Painted Sides
40 x 40 x 20 = $1690000Painted Sideswwwfarmbarnsinccom
Our Prices Include
Labor amp Metal Sides Also Available in Wood Sides
30X40X10 KIT$4900
00
30rsquo x 50rsquo x 10rsquo $712640rsquo x 60rsquo x 12rsquo $1028750rsquo x 75rsquo x 14rsquo $1519680rsquo x 120rsquo x 16rsquo $36874
Minis-30rsquo x 100rsquo with 20-10rsquo x 15rsquo units - $14740
Medicare Supplement Insurance
Low Rates for Plan F
Male (Non Tobacco)
Age MoPremFemale (Non Tobacco)
Age MoPrem65 $1160070 $1310075 $1570080 $19200
65 $1070070 $1210075 $1460080 $17700
Call800-336-9861
6 River Bend Place Flowood MS 39232
HAMILTON INSURANCEAGENCY
Rates vary slightly by zip codeNot affiliated with any government agency
1-800-766-5793
All buildings constructed with pre-built trusseswstamped engineered drawings
wwwbcibarnscome-mail barnbcibarnscom
800 to 500 Mon to Fri800 to 1200 Sat CST
bull Serving Mississippi over 20 yearsbull NFBA (National Frame Building Assn)
Accredited Builderbull NFBA Building of the year winnerbull BBB Accredited Business with an A-Plus ratingbull The siding we manufacture is UL Listed
File R23370bull Our Vice President recently passed the National
Standard General Building Contractor Exam
$amp()($+)($(-amp(01amp-(amp((-amp()
(228) 669-3578 wwwtombsusemail us at contactfortressgmailcom
+ Clean dry above-ground burial + Made in Mississippi + Pre-planning available
Est 1997$ampamp()amp+(amp
FLOORING + FURNITURE + INTERIOR DESIGN
FLOORING bull FURNITURE bull INTERIOR DESIGN
Whether itrsquos a new family life center or a sanctuary remodel an expansion or new campus our experienced team will lead you every step from concept to completion
call Mr Anderson today
6015844500aandersonandersondesigncentercom
Serving Mississippi since 1982
22 Today in Mississippi April 2013
FOR SALEJACK FOSTER HANDMADE SADDLES Hazlehurst MS601-894-3809 West Monroe LA 381-397-0086
VACATION RENTALSAPPALACHIAN TRAIL Cabins by trail in Georgia mountains 3000rsquo above sea level Snowy winters coolsummers inexpensive rates 800-284-6866wwwbloodmountaincom
WWWGULFSHORES4RENTCOM Beautiful westbeach in Gulf Shores - 4 great condos each sleeps 6 Call 404-219-3189 or 404-702-9824
LEAF RIVER CAMP LOWER RATES UNTIL SPRINGtwo bedrooms directly on river sleeps 8 private pierfull kitchen fishing hunting swimming and veryrelaxing 228-860-8689
LAKE WASHINGTON RUSTIC CABIN ON WATERSEDGE East side pier bbq grill furnished two nightminimum 4 bedrooms call Ricky 662-827-5310 or662-820-3724 after 5pm
CABINSPIGEON FORGE TN sleeps 2-6 great location 251-649-3344 251-649-4049wwwhideawaypropcom
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITYWATKINS SINCE 1868 Top 10 home business Over350 products everyone uses Free catalog packet 800-352-5213
MISCELLANEOUSFREE BOOKSDVDS Soon the ldquoMark of the Beastrdquo willbe enforced as Church and State unite Let the Biblereveal The Bible Says PO Box 99 Lenoir City TN37771 888-211-1715 thebiblesaystruthyahoocom
PLAY GOSPEL SONGS BY EAR $1295 ldquoLearn GospelMusicrdquo - chording runs fills - $1295 Both $24Davidsons 6727MS Metcalf Shawnee Mission KS66204 Call 913-262-4982
Mississippi MarketplaceType or print your ad clearly Be sure to include your telephone number Deadline is the 10th ofeach month for the next monthrsquos issue Rate is $250 per word ten word minimum Mail pay-ment with your ad to Today in Mississippi PO Box 3300 Ridgeland MS 39158-3300 Haveany questions Phone 601-605-8604 or email swindleepaofmscom
Mobile Home Super Insulated Roof Over Systems40 Year Warranty Factory Direct from
ROOF KING 1-800-276-0176
Mobile Home Owners ROOF KING
wwwroofkingnet
6914 Hwy 2 Oak Grove LA 71263 bull Call Toll Free (800) 421-4232 Fax (318) 428-8360Email davidrrunbuildingsystemscom or visit wwwrunbuildingsystemscom
HIGH QUALITY METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS ANDCOMPONENTS FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS
Complete line of custom-designed pre-engineeredmetal building and mini-storage systems
CASH Paid for Arrowheads and Indian Artifacts
(662) 801-1786call Brock599393TW
AGRICULTURAL COLLATERAL INSPECTION ANDAPPRAISALS Ag background required Training course available Call 800-488-7570 or visit wwwamagappraiserscom
DONrsquoT LET YOUR FAMILY MEMORIESFADE AWAY We can transfer your VHS VHS-CBetamax Minidv to DVD We provide Macintoshcomputer support with 28 years experienceParrot Video Productions LLC Call 601- 826-1168 or visit us at wwwparrotvideoproductionscomSOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY Social Security-SSI denied Internership-Supreme CourtJustice More than 45 years combined experience winning cases No fee unless approved Please call 601-649-6125 We Deliver
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 23
FARM BARNSHattiesburg MS bull 1-601-296-0550
30 x 40 x 10 = $890000 Painted Sides
40 x 40 x 20 = $1690000Painted Sideswwwfarmbarnsinccom
Our Prices Include
Labor amp Metal Sides Also Available in Wood Sides
30X40X10 KIT$4900
00
30rsquo x 50rsquo x 10rsquo $712640rsquo x 60rsquo x 12rsquo $1028750rsquo x 75rsquo x 14rsquo $1519680rsquo x 120rsquo x 16rsquo $36874
Minis-30rsquo x 100rsquo with 20-10rsquo x 15rsquo units - $14740
Medicare Supplement Insurance
Low Rates for Plan F
Male (Non Tobacco)
Age MoPremFemale (Non Tobacco)
Age MoPrem65 $1160070 $1310075 $1570080 $19200
65 $1070070 $1210075 $1460080 $17700
Call800-336-9861
6 River Bend Place Flowood MS 39232
HAMILTON INSURANCEAGENCY
Rates vary slightly by zip codeNot affiliated with any government agency
1-800-766-5793
All buildings constructed with pre-built trusseswstamped engineered drawings
wwwbcibarnscome-mail barnbcibarnscom
800 to 500 Mon to Fri800 to 1200 Sat CST
bull Serving Mississippi over 20 yearsbull NFBA (National Frame Building Assn)
Accredited Builderbull NFBA Building of the year winnerbull BBB Accredited Business with an A-Plus ratingbull The siding we manufacture is UL Listed
File R23370bull Our Vice President recently passed the National
Standard General Building Contractor Exam
$amp()($+)($(-amp(01amp-(amp((-amp()
(228) 669-3578 wwwtombsusemail us at contactfortressgmailcom
+ Clean dry above-ground burial + Made in Mississippi + Pre-planning available
Est 1997$ampamp()amp+(amp
FLOORING + FURNITURE + INTERIOR DESIGN
FLOORING bull FURNITURE bull INTERIOR DESIGN
Whether itrsquos a new family life center or a sanctuary remodel an expansion or new campus our experienced team will lead you every step from concept to completion
call Mr Anderson today
6015844500aandersonandersondesigncentercom
Serving Mississippi since 1982
April 2013 Today in Mississippi 23
FARM BARNSHattiesburg MS bull 1-601-296-0550
30 x 40 x 10 = $890000 Painted Sides
40 x 40 x 20 = $1690000Painted Sideswwwfarmbarnsinccom
Our Prices Include
Labor amp Metal Sides Also Available in Wood Sides
30X40X10 KIT$4900
00
30rsquo x 50rsquo x 10rsquo $712640rsquo x 60rsquo x 12rsquo $1028750rsquo x 75rsquo x 14rsquo $1519680rsquo x 120rsquo x 16rsquo $36874
Minis-30rsquo x 100rsquo with 20-10rsquo x 15rsquo units - $14740
Medicare Supplement Insurance
Low Rates for Plan F
Male (Non Tobacco)
Age MoPremFemale (Non Tobacco)
Age MoPrem65 $1160070 $1310075 $1570080 $19200
65 $1070070 $1210075 $1460080 $17700
Call800-336-9861
6 River Bend Place Flowood MS 39232
HAMILTON INSURANCEAGENCY
Rates vary slightly by zip codeNot affiliated with any government agency
1-800-766-5793
All buildings constructed with pre-built trusseswstamped engineered drawings
wwwbcibarnscome-mail barnbcibarnscom
800 to 500 Mon to Fri800 to 1200 Sat CST
bull Serving Mississippi over 20 yearsbull NFBA (National Frame Building Assn)
Accredited Builderbull NFBA Building of the year winnerbull BBB Accredited Business with an A-Plus ratingbull The siding we manufacture is UL Listed
File R23370bull Our Vice President recently passed the National
Standard General Building Contractor Exam
$amp()($+)($(-amp(01amp-(amp((-amp()
(228) 669-3578 wwwtombsusemail us at contactfortressgmailcom
+ Clean dry above-ground burial + Made in Mississippi + Pre-planning available
Est 1997$ampamp()amp+(amp
FLOORING + FURNITURE + INTERIOR DESIGN
FLOORING bull FURNITURE bull INTERIOR DESIGN
Whether itrsquos a new family life center or a sanctuary remodel an expansion or new campus our experienced team will lead you every step from concept to completion
call Mr Anderson today
6015844500aandersonandersondesigncentercom
Serving Mississippi since 1982