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The Julep Room: A Hole in the Wall with History

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10 months ago

January 8, 2024

ourmshome.com – Meredith Biesinger – 2024-01-08 16:30:22

SUMMARY: The Julep Room, nestled beneath Aunt Jenny’s Catfish Parlor in an antebellum building, offers a unique experience filled with history and legend. A music venue for over 60 years, it has hosted greats like Elvis Presley and Billie Holiday. The lounge is not just known for its live music and catfish but also for its paranormal activity, with tales of faucets turning on by themselves and a ghost asking for drinks before disappearing. Said to have been an asylum, The Julep Room’s mystique makes it a delightful spot with a lively ambiance that also piques the curiosity of ghost hunters.

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How to Plan a Mississippi Thanksgiving

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23 hours ago

November 1, 2024

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ourmshome.com – Allyson Alford – 2024-11-01 14:06:00

SUMMARY: Thanksgiving is a highly anticipated occasion, prompting people to finalize their menus, cooking responsibilities, and decorations while considering attire. To prepare for a Mississippi Thanksgiving, follow five essential tips:

1. Establish your menu, balancing tradition with fresh ideas.
2. Decide who will cook and practice any new dishes in advance.
3. Purchase decorations that are safe and themed, keeping children in mind.
4. Get a head start on cooking tasks and shop for non-perishable items.
5. Be mindful of guests’ food allergies to prevent cross-contamination.

Thanksgiving also serves as a time for gratitude and reflection.

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A New Deep Sea Remotely Operated Vehicle Coming to USM

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4 days ago

October 29, 2024

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ourmshome.com – University of Southern Mississippi – 2024-10-29 12:07:00

SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is set to operate a new remotely operated vehicle (ROV) funded by NOAA and NSF to enhance research and restoration efforts in the Gulf of Mexico. Scheduled for construction in 2024, this medium-size ROV aims to improve accessibility for oceanographic research by functioning on multiple ships. USM’s Associate VP Dr. Leila Hamdan emphasizes that this initiative will aid in workforce development and blue economy growth, particularly for students in USM’s Ocean Engineering program. The ROV will support restoration projects addressing habitat damage from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, facilitating significant scientific discoveries.

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