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The Anonymous Creator Behind “Mississippi Department of Memes”

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2 months ago

February 5, 2025

ourmshome.com – Meredith Biesinger – 2025-02-05 12:00:00

SUMMARY: The quote “To understand the world, you must first understand a place like Mississippi” reflects the unique culture of the state. An anonymous creator has notably curated the “Mississippi Department of Memes” on social media, launched in July 2018, to celebrate both the humor and quirks of Mississippi life. With 369,000 followers, the page offers daily laughs and has become the largest state meme page in the U.S. The content often pokes fun at Mississippi’s strengths and weaknesses, embracing the humor found in everyday life and local events. Ultimately, the creator aims to uplift Mississippians through laughter.

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Hop on Over to a Mississippi State Park this Easter Season

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1 day ago

April 16, 2025

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ourmshome.com – Joy Lucius – 2025-04-16 17:02:00

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is inviting families to enjoy Easter egg hunts across nine state parks. The Easter Bunny will visit parks including Cossar and Trace State Parks, where he recently hid eggs, and seven additional parks this weekend, April 18-19. The hunts will take place at Legion, Roosevelt, Percy Quin, Tombigbee, Paul B. Johnson, Lake Lincoln, and Hugh White State Parks. Dates and times vary, with some hunts requiring admission. The event offers a chance to enjoy Mississippi’s natural beauty while celebrating Easter. For details, visit the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks website.

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The Ohr O’Keefe Museum of Art Gala Returns in Style at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino

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3 days ago

April 14, 2025

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ourmshome.com – Meredith Biesinger – 2025-04-14 09:41:00

SUMMARY: The Ohr O’Keefe Museum of Art’s gala returns after a decade, celebrating its 25th anniversary with “5 Senses of Ohr” at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino on April 26 from 7-10 PM. The event features vibrant costumes, a live auction, food by Chef Kristan Wade, and music from the Mississippi College Big Band. Artists will perform live art demonstrations, with pieces auctioned later. The evening will also highlight updates on the museum’s 2025 completion. The museum, designed by Frank Gehry, is a cultural hub offering diverse programs and community services on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

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Food Chain Drama | Our Mississippi Home

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5 days ago

April 12, 2025

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ourmshome.com – Mark W. LaSalle, Ph.D. – 2025-04-12 09:00:00

SUMMARY: Naturalist Sharon Milligan witnessed a dramatic encounter at a pond where a Banded Water Snake captured a Two-toed Amphiuma by its tail. Knowing the snake’s determination, the outcome was clear: the amphiuma would soon be swallowed whole despite its ability to deliver a painful bite. Water snakes are equipped with flexible jaws to consume large prey. This encounter highlighted the amphiuma’s rarity, as they are nocturnal and primarily inhabit burrows. Both species sit at the top of their local aquatic food chains, with water snakes able to tackle larger prey than the amphibians. Sharon’s documentation enriches understanding of these creatures.

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