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Sweetbay Magnolia: The Belle of Bayhead Swamps
SUMMARY: Sweetbay Magnolia is celebrated as an unheralded gem in Gulf and Atlantic coastal landscapes, distinguished from its larger Southern Magnolia cousin by its more compact size while still offering fragrant white blossoms and visually striking seeds. Unique silver-white underside leaf hairs make it easily identifiable and visually appealing, especially in windy conditions, contributing to its role as a defining element of Bayhead Swamps and pine flatwoods. Though classified as a facultative wetland plant, Sweetbay is versatile, thriving in both wet and drier soils, and is increasingly embraced in urban landscapes for its manageable size and ornamental value. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, Sweetbay supports various wildlife, including pollinators and small mammals, and its leaves can be used similarly to bay leaves in cooking. Despite being less prominent than Southern Magnolia, Sweetbay is highly adaptable and valued for both its beauty and utility in natural and urban environments.
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SUMMARY: Mississippi showcases its emerging artists through the 2025 Scholastic Art Awards exhibit at the Mississippi Museum of Art, running from February 8 to May 4. This annual event highlights the talent of young artists, with 427 students participating this year. Their art was judged for originality, technical skill, and creativity by a panel of professionals. The exhibit features a selection of the top works, allowing attendees to appreciate the creativity of promising young artists. Admission to this exhibit is free, although tickets are required for other museum exhibitions. For details, visit msmuseumart.org.
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SUMMARY: Baccarat adalah permainan kartu kasino yang sangat populer karena kesederhanaannya dan peluang menang yang tinggi. Tujuan utama permainan ini adalah menebak tangan yang nilai totalnya paling dekat dengan 9, yaitu Player atau Banker. Pemain dapat bertaruh pada Player, Banker (dikenakan komisi 5%), atau Tie. Kartu dihitung dengan cara unik; As bernilai 1, angka 2-9 sesuai nominal, dan 10, Jack, Queen, King bernilai 0. Jika total melebihi 9, hanya digit terakhir yang dihitung. Strategi untuk pemula termasuk bertaruh pada Banker dan menghindari taruhan Tie untuk meningkatkan peluang menang.
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SUMMARY: Mississippi State’s Department of Music will host its annual Vocal Odyssey in Creativity and Education conference (VOiCE) on Feb. 14-15. The event, featuring workshops and performances, celebrates music’s role in education and creativity. It is designed for high school and college students and educators, offering professional development and CEU credits. Notable guests include Steinway Artist Julian Gargiulo and soprano Nyla Thomas. Workshops cover various topics such as vocal techniques, teaching methods, and performance practices. The conference will be held at MSU’s Music Building and is open to the public with a $15 admission fee, free for MSU students.
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