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Donna Yowell, Growing the Cut Flower Industry in Mississippi
SUMMARY: Donna Yowell, recognized as Mississippi’s “First Lady of Horticulture,” has significantly contributed to the state’s farming and horticulture for over three decades. Her establishment of the non-profit Flower Growers of Mississippi aimed to boost the local cut flower industry, addressing the high import rate of cut flowers in the U.S. Despite the fact that 86% of cut flowers sold in the U.S. are imported, Yowell’s initiative highlights the lucrative opportunity domestic flower farming presents, with potential profits up to $30,000 per acre. Flower Growers of Mississippi has grown a network of over 15,000 individuals engaged in floriculture, offering training and resources for aspiring flower farmers. Yowell’s efforts extend to economic development, promoting local businesses, and environmental stewardship through her role with the Mississippi Urban Forest Council.
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SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi’s Bands Department will host a week of free concerts starting April 25 at 7:30 p.m. The series kicks off with the Symphonic Winds, as Dr. Colin McKenzie concludes his conducting role to focus on directing the School of Music. Subsequent events feature the University Band and Hattiesburg Concert Band on April 27, and a joint performance with the Sumrall High School Concert Band on April 29. The final concert on May 1 will showcase the Wind Ensemble and include a new symphony and “Lord of the Rings” by Johan de Meij, celebrating McKenzie’s musical journey.
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SUMMARY: Pizza, a beloved global dish, traces its origins to flatbread in Mesopotamia and ancient Egypt. The modern version emerged in a Jewish community in southern Italy, where leftovers were placed on flatbread, later becoming popular in the U.S. through Italian immigrants in the late 1800s. American pizza differs from its Italian counterpart with a thicker crust, more sauce, and varied toppings. In the 1960s, pizza kits and chain restaurants like Pizza Hut helped popularize pizza in America. Homemade pizza is simple yet time-consuming, requiring basic ingredients, or premade crusts for convenience, with endless topping options.
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SUMMARY: The author shares a deep love for Mississippi’s history, which was reignited during a family trip along the Natchez Trace with a grandchild. They enjoyed the state’s natural beauty while discussing local flora and the etymology of place names, many derived from Mississippi’s Indigenous tribes. The grandmother eagerly shared the origins of various towns, emphasizing names linked to nature, historical figures, or notable stories. She highlighted the importance of preserving and passing on history to future generations, challenging readers to learn the stories of their own cherished places, reminding them that history enriches our understanding of the present.
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