Southern Experience

Ferguson: Dear Beckham

A heartfelt Christmas reflection reminding us that the season’s real magic comes from generosity, kindness, and becoming joy for others.

Hotty Toddy News Services - December 14, 2025

Scruggs, Vassallo Debate: Changing USA Immigration Policy?

Dickie Scruggs: We need a sane immigration policy—not a roundup. The argument over illegal immigration across the southern border is essentially over. Like it or...

Quilts Take Center Stage at the Powerhouse

The Piecemakers Quilt Guild of the Oxford Mississippi Area is sponsoring a magnificent quilt exhibit (shown above and below) which is now being displayed...

Oxford Film Festival Touts Coveted Spirit of the Hoka Award

February’s popular Oxford Film Festival (OFF) approaches just around the corner as the city prepares itself for the influx of national and international visitors...

‘A Dairy Farmer’s Christmas’ by Shane Brown

My work week during the Christmas holidays was a little different last week. I didn't work my normal job but only two days. My boss,...

Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors Repeats its Dominant Run on NBC Christmas Night

Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors completed its sweep of audiences for the second time on Christmas night, dominating viewership among the Big 4...

Vassallo: Mary Magdalene Rediscovered

Al Price has gone the extra mile in sharing his knowledge and experiences in determining who this incredible lady was and what she means...

13 Southern Sayings for a Can-Do Attitude!

“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds...

Mitchell: Expect the PSC to Make Some Headlines During 2016

Setting aside the few years Mississippi turned its membership card, a pretty significant birthday is upcoming. On December 10, 1817, President James Monroe signed the...

Be the First to Run Mighty Half & 5K Race in Oxford

Run the Mighty Half and 5k race on Feb. 20, 2016, around Ole Miss and Oxford and help start a new kid's program for...

Pickleball Proof: It Does Exist

Earlier this month, after HottyToddy.com featured the lifetime activity Pickleball and the fact that the Oxford Activities Center schedules the popular program for Oxonians...