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

Ole Miss Alumni Review: The Dirt On Composting

Green Team Turns Food Waste Into Nutrient-Rich Soil Amendment This story was originally published in the Ole Miss Alumni Review Magazine's Summer 2015 Issue. Story...

Oxford Stories: Some Out-of-State Students Experience Culture Shock In Oxford

Every year, students come to the University of Mississippi from out of state. Some come from bordering states, while others come from different ends...

John Cofield's Oxford & Ole Miss: Memories Of Oxford

"A whole lot of people in this world never realize how good they had it until they are 20- or 30-something years out, longingly...

Roxford: A Different Kind Of Music School

Roxford University kicks off its fall semester of music lessons and rock band rehearsals on August 21. In the two and a half years since...

Unconquered and Unconquerable: The Race to Save a Language

The Meek School faculty and students published “Unconquered and Unconquerable" online on August 19, 2016, to tell stories of the people and culture of...

Water Valley Watermelon Carnival Continues To Attract New Crowds

Saturday, August 5 was a day to remember at the 48th annual Watermelon Carnival. With lots of fun events, street vendors and food, this...

Meek School Magazine: Photo Finish – Karl Floyd

By Elizabeth Blackstock. This article was republished with the permission of the Meek School of Journalism from the upcoming issue of Meek School Magazine. A...

OMS 7th Grader Aubrey Armstrong Dancing Her Way To Miss Amazing Pageant In Chicago

Two years ago, young Aubrey Laine Armstrong entered a pageant just for fun. She then found herself in Los Angeles, dancing her heart out....

Reflections: Family Means More Than Sharing A Name

Enjoy our "Reflections" post -- one of many vignettes and stories featuring memories of days gone by. This installment is from Bonnie Brown, a retired...

Water Valley Watermelon Carnival Offers Something For Everyone

Water Valley will soon be flooded with locals and visitors alike enjoying the festivities at the 48th annual Watermelon Carnival. While the beloved fruit...