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Belated St. Patrick's Day March

3/18/2021

R I D G E L A N D , M I S S I S S I P P I

Something just didn’t sit right about letting another year pass without having a proper St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Malcolm White of Hal and Mal’s and Renaissance at Colony Park have joined forces to bring us a celebration of spring and everyone’s favorite green holiday. This impromptu Second Line March will take place this Saturday, March 20th, and will include costumes, flowers, beads, kazoos and of course the Epic Brass Band. The event will start and finish at the green space by Malco Renaissance Cinema Grill & Bar, followed by a performance by Epic Funk Brass Band on the Show Fountain Stage. This event is free to the public and the perfect family event. You can find out more about the Second Line March by clicking here, and don’t forget to wear your green this Saturday.

Ice and Vice: Frozen Yogurt with a Cause

3/11/2021

M A D I S O N , M I S S I S S I P P I

What is better than fro-yo on a warm Mississippi night? Fro-yo with a cause, and that’s where Ice and Vice comes in. Ice and Vice is one of the newest dessert shops to open in Madison, Mississippi, and they specialize in frozen yogurt (ice) and coffee (vice) among other delicious treats. Each week they’re whipping up classic flavors as well as some custom, some sugar-free, and some vegan. Trust us, they are all delicious.

For us, the true cherry on top is the heart behind this small business. Owners Sarah and Justin Harmon opened their shop with the intent of giving back to those touched by foster care or adoption. All of their employees have either adopted children, worked in the field, been in care, or are adopted. “It’s very close to our heart,” the couple shared on Facebook. They seek to provide a trauma-sensitive environment that allows each employee to pick up soft skills and gain work experience all while being immersed in a loving community. “Life can be hard and we want our store to be a safe place for everyone to grow and learn. We also want it to be a safe, cozy place for you to relax and make memories as well.”
You and your family can start making memories at Ice and Vice Sunday-Thursday from 11am to 9pm and Friday-Saturday from 11am-midnight. Give their Facebook page a like and scroll through all their decadent dessert options.

Book Your Next Trip with Custom Travel Professionals

3/9/2021

C L I N T O N , M I S S I S S I P P I

Spring is almost here and we can practically taste it! So you know what that means… time to plan your next vacation. Whether you’re planning to travel for spring break or you’re ready to book your summer getaway, our friends at Custom Travel Professionals have you covered. What sets them apart? They specialize in experience. It’s easy to plan a quick trip, but with their help you can immerse yourself in your destination of choice. Custom Travel Professionals will help you pick the location of your dreams, find off the beaten path treasures, and help craft unique memories that will last you a lifetime. Each trip booked with them is COVID-safe and follows protocols set in place. Some of their featured destinations include St. Lucia, Riviera Maya, and Disney World. If you’re like us, you’re all about an all-inclusive moment, right now you can book an all-inclusive trip to the Caribbean or Mexico. So what are you waiting for?! Head to their website, take a scroll through all they have to offer, and blockout some dates on your calendar. Owner and Travel Professional Jill Hiers will take amazing care of you and your family, just tell her Inspiration sent you.

Valentine's With Anjou

2/11/2021

R I D G E L A N D , M I S S I S S I P P I

Whether you’re planning last minute or have had to shift your V-day agenda, Anjou has you covered. The Ridgeland restaurant has a Valentine’s menu that has your and your dates name written all over it. From chef specials to an exceptional dinner for two menu, there’s no way you can go wrong. Be sure to call in today and tell them Inspiration sent you, and you’ll be able to place your to-go order just in time for the romantic holiday. You can view their Valentine's Day specials here and take a look at the dinner for two menu below. We encourage y’all to bundle up with your significant other and dig into some delicious french-inspired cuisine. Happy Valentine’s Day y’all!

Supreme Glamour from Greenville

2/9/2021

G R E E N V I L L E , M I S S I S S I P P I

Mary Wilson, an original member of the iconic Motown trio, the Supremes, passed away Monday, February 9th. While we mourn the loss of the trailblazing vocalist, we also want to celebrate her life and her triumphs.

Ms. Wilson was born in Greenville, Mississippi, on March 6th, 1944, and she began singing as a child. It wasn’t until her family moved to Detroit that she hit the music scene. In 1959, she was inducted as an official member of the girl group the Primettes which later became famously known as the Supremes. From 1962 to 1977, Mary Wilson was seen on stages, televisions, and arenas alongside Florence Ballard and Diana Ross singing hit after hit. In 1963 the Supremes released their breakout song “When the Lovelight Starts Shining Through His Eyes.” Shortly after, they had five consecutive No. 1 singles, all of which are still adored today. You can’t tell us that when “Stop! In the Name of Love” or “Baby Love” come on, you don’t crank it.

When the Supremes disbanded in 1977, Mary Wilson stepped out as a solo artist and led a very successful career as such. She released several albums and singles, three books, and even competed on Dancing With the Stars. Mary left a tremendous legacy behind having inspired black girls and women across the country particularly in the 60’s. “You never saw anything like it in the 1960s — three women of color who were totally empowered, creative, imaginative,” Oprah Winfrey shared in “Diana Ross: A Biography” by J. Randy Taraborrelli. Because of her boldness in pursuit of her musical career, we were able to catch her influence on many musical acts that followed including Destiny’s Child. *plays “Say My Name” instantly

“We, the Supremes, can’t take all the credit,” Ms. Wilson told The Guardian in 2019. “The writers and producers at Motown gave us the music and sound that people loved. And then there was the glamour. My whole life is like a dream. I tell you — if I were not a Supreme, I would want to be a Supreme.”

Mary Wilson is survived by her daughter, Turkessa; her sons, Pedro Antonio Jr. and William; her sister, Kathryn; her brother, Roosevelt; 10 grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter.

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