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Golden Halo Benefit for Crossroads Ranch

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Golden Halo Benefit for Crossroads Ranch

About Crossroads Ranch: After an accident on November 2, 2002, resulting in a traumatic brain injury, my friend Marcus spent several miserable years in institutions. His mother realized there was a need for a community where special needs adults were treated with respect and where they could become a contributing member of society. Out of necessity and love, Crossroads Ranch was born.

While leaning solely on private contributions — no state or federal funding — Crossroads Ranch will officially open on November 2, 2020. This will mark the eighteenth anniversary since the day of Marcus’s wreck, which eventually launched this God‐sized dream called Crossroads Ranch. If you have not been a part of our previous fundraisers, we have an opportunity for you to become involved.

As an avid supporter, I am excited to host the premier fundraising event for Crossroads Ranch on January 25, 2020, the Golden Halo. This event will be an evening to celebrate the impact of our special needs adults, raise awareness for the cause and provide an opportunity to con nue our mission to raise funds for this amazing community. The evening includes a live and silent auc on, dinner, live music, celebri es and other surprises that you will not want to miss. We have set a goal of raising $300,000 through this single event. I am asking for your help to meet and surpass this lofty goal.

The money raised through tickets, sponsorships, and the night of the event will be used to further expand the Ranch. Many special needs adults are anxiously awaiting the day they can move into their duplex and call the Ranch home. Your partnership is vital in moving forward. The future residents of Crossroads Ranch appreciates each and every donation.

Thank you in advance for your prayers and support of this God‐driven mission.
—Brian Dozier

Golden Halo is a benefit for Crossroads Ranch

hosted by Brian Dozier.

An Evening of Hope Supporting Special Needs Adults

Saturday, January 25, 2020
Tupelo Furniture Market Building V

6:00 P.M.
Celebrity Meet & Greet
Social Hour
Silent Auction

7:00 P.M.
Dinner
Live Auction
Singer Songwriter Round

Tickets will be $100 each for Individual Tickets, and sponsorship opportunities available.

Call 662.891.7178 to reserve your ticket and to inquire about sponsorship opportunities or visit @GoldenHaloBenefit on Facebook.

Tickets are also available for purchase at S&W Pharmacy in Fulton and ReDesigns at the Red Door on Coley Road in Tupelo.

You can also find them available online at goldenhalo.brownpapertickets.com.

Sponsorship Opportunities

$10,000 — A donation of $10,000 will come with 20 reserved tickets to the Golden Halo Fundraiser, with two reserved tables placed near stage 1. It also gets you a full page advertisement in the event programs valued at $2,500, verbal acknowledgment during the event, your logo prominently displayed on the screens during the event, your logo shared on social media, and photos with Brian Dozier.

$5,000 — A donation of $5,000 will come with 10 reserved tickets to the Golden Halo Fundraiser, with one reserved table placed near the stage. It will also get you a half page advertisement in the event programs valued at $1,250, verbal acknowledgment during event, your logo displayed on the screens during the event, your logo shared on social media, and one group photo with Brian Dozier.

$2,500 — A donation of $2,500 will come with 5 reserved tickets at a reserved table placed near stage. It will also get you 1/4 page advertisement in the event programs valued at $750, verbal acknowledgment during the event, and your logo shared on social media.

$1,000 — A donation of $1,000 will come with 5 reserved tickets at a reserved table placed near stage, verbal acknowledgment during the event, and your logo shared on social media.

$500 — A donation of $500 will come with 4 tickets, as well as your name listed and shared on social media.

$250 — A donation of $250 will come with 2 tickets, as well as your name listed and shared on social media.

Call 662.891.7178 for sponsorship questions or visit @GoldenHaloBenefit on Facebook.

Crossroads Ranch is a 501c3 nonprofit foundation and located on 42 acres, 7 miles north of Fulton, MS. Once completed, it will be a privately funded, non-profit residential community for high functioning special needs adults. The ranch will include a lodge (a multipurpose building), individual residential duplexes, the Skills Depot (enterprise work area) and greenhouses. Visit www.xroadsranch.com to learn more.

Santa Claus and Hound Dogs

Jerry Thompson
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Santa Claus and Hound Dogs

Friends, these kids nowadays have it made! Just think about it! They get to see Santa Claus everywhere! Do you think maybe that’s why they don’t pay too much attention to ole Santa?

Y’all remember growing up: How many Santa Clauses did you get to see? Maybe one — if you were lucky!

Now, we lived in the country, and they weren’t just everywhere like they are now! But these days, kids can go the mall and sit in Santa’s lap anytime they want! We couldn’t even have gone to a mall!

The only one I ever got to see was in the parade! He was always last, and you had to holler at him what you wanted! (Maybe that’s why I didn’t get everything on my list?)

Years ago, one of our preachers came around in the community and visited our house, dressed as Santa! Now, our old dogs hadn’t seen a Santa suit no more than we had, so they got ’em a leg apiece and held on!

Dad finally got them loose and got ole Santa in the house! He was out of breath and had to rest a while, and mom had to put a band-aid or two on his legs!

He finally recovered enough and we got to sit on his lap and tell him what we wanted! We thought that was the neatest thing!

But before he left, he looked at me and Emory and said, “Ya’ll be sure and put them hound dogs up on Christmas Eve!”

Well, ole Santa didn’t have to worry about that! Emory and I had ’em in the pen, on a chain, and shut up in the barn!

And we got our presents just like he promised!

And life goes on, on Thompson Hill.

The Rundown – December 11, 2019

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The Rundown – December 11, 2019

Good morning Tupelo! Today is Wednesday, December 11, 2019. It is the 345th day of the year. There are only 20 days left. Winter officially starts in 8 days, Hanukkah begins in 11 days, and Christmas is just 15 days from today.

Today’s Rundown is sponsored by Kyle Barker at Comcast Business. Comcast Business offers back-up internet if there is an outage so you are always up and running! For new service, contact your local account executive Kyle Barker at (662) 372-0567.

FOOD TRUCKS

Tupelo’s Food Trucks can be found today at the following locations:

  • Taquería Ferrus is on West Main beside Computer Universe.
  • Jo’s Cafe will be set up at Ballard Park from 11:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
  • Local Mobile will be set up downtown by the banks at Spring and Troy Street from 11:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
  • Gypsy Roadside Mobile will be set up at Best Buy on North Gloster Street from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

HAPPENING TODAY

Today in Tupelo, there are several things going on!

You can find Photos with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing in the Belk Wing today from 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. They close to take a break from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m..

Grace Oasis Church is hosting Sewing Lessons for Teens and Adults at 5:30 p.m. this evening. The instructor for this event will be Vanya Kovacheva, who has been a Fashion and Costume designer for 20 years. There is Limited Seating for this event each day, so please register by emailing your name to graceoasistupelo@gmail.com.

Tupelo Community Theatre presents “A Christmas Story”! Evening performances for the holiday classic will December 12-14 at 7:30 p.m. and December 14th at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students and younger. TCT is also offering educational day performances of the play to schools on Wednesday, December 11th, at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.. Tickets for these performances are $5. For more information or to purchase tickets for any performance call 662-844-1935.

Healthy Herbs and Spices Class today at North Mississippi Medical Center’s Wellness Center, presented by Emily Littlejohn, M.S., R.D., L.D., at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 11, and again at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 12. Come join us as we learn all about healthy properties of herbs and spices.

Local Events Outside of Tupelo

Outside of Tupelo, there are some other events you might like to check out:

In Fulton, check out the Trees & Treats Tour. Take a tour of Christmas Trees decorated in the theme of each participant in Fulton. Take your picture with the themed trees and make sure to get your treat too! Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT

— Steele’s Dive will have Tatum Shappley live at The Dive at 7:00 p.m.

— Blue Canoe will have Preachervan at 7:30 p.m.

— The Shade Tree Lounge will have Big Daddy Karaoke at 8:00 p.m.. Wednesday night is also ladies’ night at The Shade Tree. Ladies get happy hour prices all night!

— Old Venice Pizza Co. will have Spunk Monkees Lite at 7:00 p.m.

— Mugshots will have Wine Wednesday with Hannah and Karly at 6:30 p.m.. All house wines will be half off, and all other wines will be $1 off. Join us every Wine Wednesday 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m., and don’t forget regular happy hour is from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.!

#SupportTupeloMusic

If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!

Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.

Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!

Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!

* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.

The RunDown – December 10, 2019

MyLove Barnett
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The RunDown – December 10, 2019

Good morning Tupelo! Today is Tuesday, December 10, 2019. It is the 344th day of the year. There are only 21 days left. Winter officially starts in 9 days, Hanukkah begins in 12 days, and Christmas is just 16 days from today.

Today’s Rundown is sponsored by Kyle Barker at Comcast Business. Did you know that Comcast was founded in Tupelo in 1963?

FOOD TRUCKS

Tupelo’s Food Trucks can be found today at the following locations:

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HAPPENING TODAY

Today in Tupelo, there are several things going on!

You can find Photos with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing in the Belk Wing today from 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. They close to take a break from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.. Also, Paw-fect Pics with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing means that you can bring your pets for photos with Santa tonight as well! *Dogs and cats only please, and pet photos are available from 5:00 p.m. to set close.

Grace Oasis Church is hosting Sewing Lessons for Teens and Adults at 5:30 p.m. today through the 11th. The instructor for this event will be Vanya Kovacheva, who has been a Fashion and Costume designer for 20 years. There is Limited Seating for this event each day, so please register by emailing your name to graceoasistupelo@gmail.com.

The Golden Wave Orchestra Christmas Concert will be tonight at 6:00 p.m. at the Tupelo High School. Enjoy the talents of Orchestra students from Milam, Tupelo Middle, and Tupelo High Schools. This performance is sure to put you in the holiday spirit!

Queen’s Reward Meadery is getting into the holiday spirit, thanks to the bakers at Creative Cakes here in Tupelo! Brooke and August will be leading a class on cookie decorating in the Meadery’s private room at 6:30 p.m.. For $35, you get to decorate and take home eight custom-made cookies, and that also covers your first drink at the meadery!

Local Events Outside of Tupelo

Outside of Tupelo, there are some other events you might like to check out:

In Fulton, check out the Trees & Treats Tour. Take a tour of Christmas Trees decorated in the theme of each participant in Fulton. Take your picture with the themed trees and make sure to get your treat too! Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Also in Fulton, check out STEM Story Time at the Itawamba County Pratt Memorial Library in Fulton, every Tuesday at 4:00 p.m..

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT

Steele’s Dive will have Anderson Llewellyn at 7:00 p.m..

Old Venice Pizza Company will have Tuesday Night Trivia at 6:00 p.m..

The Fiesta Grill in Pontotoc will have Eric Stogner and Tim Floyd for taco Tuesdays from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m..

Christmas Parades

Saltillo’s Christmas Parade has been canceled due to severe weather pending.

If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!

Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.

Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!

Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!

* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.

One-in-Ten Working Mississippians Lack Food

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One-in-Ten Working Mississippians Lack Food

One-in-ten working Mississippians lack food, report finds

by Anna Wolfe, Mississippi Today, December 9, 2019

Securing a job is not enough to guarantee a person won’t go hungry, finds the latest report from Hunger Free America, a New York-based nonprofit.

In Mississippi, nearly 12 percent of working adults lived in households that couldn’t always afford enough food between 2016 and 2018. Nearly half a million people in Mississippi were food insecure, making it the third hungriest state in the nation.

Mississippi is one of just six states that has not enacted its own minimum wage, one of the factors that determines a person’s ability to afford food, according to the report. Most employees in those states are covered under the federal minimum wage of $7.25, which hasn’t increased since 2009.

The report authors found that hungry Mississippians would need to spend $227 million more on food to meet their basic needs and spend as much on food as non-hungry Mississippians. Higher wages and increased Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program spending could help bridge the gap.

Mississippi stopped waiving the federal work requirement for non-disabled food assistance recipients in 2016, a similar move the federal government is set to impose on all states. Under new U.S. Department of Agriculture rules set to take effect in April, some Mississippi recipients could see benefit increases of more than $14 a month.

This article first appeared on Mississippi Today and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.

Public Ice Skating Dates & Times

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Public Ice Skating Dates & Times

ICE SKATING! Everyone loves to try to ice skate, although some of us are a little more hopeless at pulling it off than others. Our own Bancorpsouth Arena has a great ice rink that’s open to the public periodically. Here are the current dates and times:

  • December 14th from 1-9 PM
  • December 15th from 1-6 PM
  • December 21st from 1-9 PM
  • December 22nd from 1-6 PM
  • December 23rd from 1-9 PM
  • December 26th from 1-9 PM
  • December 27th from 1-9 PM
  • December 28th  from 1-9 PM
  • December 29th  from 1-6 PM
  • December 30th  from 1-9 PM
  • December 31st from 1-9 PM
  • January 2nd from 1-9 PM
  • January 3rd from 1-9 PM
  • January 4th from 1-9 PM
  • January 5th from 1-6 PM
  • January 6th from 1-6 PM

Ice Rink Admission is $12 per person (includes skate rental)

Season Skate Passes are $100 for 10 sessions

Skating Party Info. Call: 662-841-6573

Alison Krauss Coming To Tupelo!

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Alison Krauss Coming To Tupelo!

ALISON KRAUSS COMING TO BCS ARENA IN JUNE!

Alison Krauss, a 27-time Grammy winner, is coming to the Bancorpsouth Arena in Tupelo on June 4, 2020!

Windy City, her latest solo album, debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums and Top Bluegrass Albums charts and received two Grammy nominations. The album was produced by Buddy Cannon, whose vocal harmonies Krauss grew up listening to and were the soundtrack to her childhood. “Buddy sang harmonies on everything back then,” Krauss says. She also reveals of Cannon, “I don’t do something unless I feel like I’m called to do it. That’s what I felt like, so I honored it. It’s like the same feeling of when you know something is right musically, with a song or a batch of songs – the same feeling, but this was attached to a person instead of a batch of songs.”
   
Born in Champaign, Illinois, Alison Krauss grew up listening to everything from folk to opera to pop and rock music, but quickly fell in love with bluegrass when she began playing fiddle at the age of five. Shortly after, Krauss began entering fiddle contests. At the age of 14, Rounder Records signed her to her first record deal and she went on to release her debut solo album two years later. The accomplished bluegrass musician became a member of the Grand Ole Opry at age 21.

Since 1985, Krauss has released 14 albums including five solo, seven with her longtime band and musical collaborators Union Station, and the Robert Plant collaboration Raising Sand, which was certified platinum and won five Grammys, including Album of the Year and Record of the Year. She’s sold more than 12 million records to date, and her honors include 27 Grammys, nine Country Music Association awards, 14 International Bluegrass Music Association Awards, two Academy of Country Music Awards and two Gospel Music Association awards.

“Windy City does more than just remind listeners of her prowess, it enforces her legacy as one of American music’s standout talents.” -Entertainment Weekly

“…epitomizes what has made Alison Krauss such a beloved figure across musical genres…” -NPR Music

BancorpSouth Arena – Tupelo, MS

Thursday, June 4
Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm

TICKETS ON-SALE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13 AT 10:00 A.M.

Ticket locations: BancorpSouth Arena Box Office & Ticketmaster.com

The Rundown – December 9, 2019

MyLove Barnett
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The Rundown – December 9, 2019

And A Very Good morning Tupelo! Today is Monday, December 9, 2019. It is the 343rd day of the year. There are only 22 days left. Winter officially starts in 10 days, Hanukkah begins in 13 days, and Christmas is just 17 days from today.

Today’s Rundown is sponsored by Kyle Barker at Comcast Business.

For home business or people who work from home, you can use business class internet at home instead of xfinity, which gives them no data cap, commercial grade equipment, and a 3-hour (versus 7-day) residential response time! For new service, contact your local account executive Kyle Barker at (662) 372-0567.

FOOD TRUCKS

Tupelo’s Food Trucks can be found today at the following locations:

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HAPPENING TODAY

Today in Tupelo, there are several things going on!

You can find Photos with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing in the Belk Wing today from 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. They close to take a break from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.. Also, Paw-fect Pics with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing means that you can bring your pets for photos with Santa tonight as well! *Dogs and cats only please, and pet photos are available from 5:00 p.m. to set close.

Tupelo-Lee Humane Society invites you to Kitten Yoga! Kitten Yoga is held every Monday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.. Classes are $10 per person and will be taught by professional yoga instructors in an environment filled with kitten happiness!

Tupelo Community Theatre will hold auditions for Puffs by Matt Cox auditions on December 9 at 6:00 p.m. at TCT Off Broadway at 213 East Franklin Street. No advance preparation is needed, but those auditioning should be at least 21 years of age or older. Marley Maharrey will direct, and the production dates are February 13 through 15, 2020. For more information, please contact the director at msmaharrey@gmail.com, or call the TCT office at (662) 844-1935.

Grace Oasis Church is hosting Sewing Lessons for Teens and Adults at 5:30 p.m. today through the 11th. The instructor for this event will be Vanya Kovacheva, who has been a Fashion and Costume designer for 20 years. There is Limited Seating for this event each day, so please register by emailing your name to graceoasistupelo@gmail.com.

VOW Yoga Studio invites you to join them for some cardio dance and holiday festivities at 5:30 p.m.. They will also have mini facials, low sugar holiday cocktails, and their two dietitians talking about how to get through the holidays without all the food shaming.

Local Events Outside of Tupelo

Outside of Tupelo, there are some other events you might like to check out:

In Fulton, check out the Trees & Treats Tour. Take a tour of Christmas Trees decorated in the theme of each participant in Fulton. Take your picture with the themed trees and make sure to get your treat too! Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

— Christmas Parades —

There are several Christmas parades happening today! Cities and times are as follows:

Belmont – 6:00 p.m.
Okolona – 7:00 p.m.
Vardaman – 6:00 p.m.
West Point – 6:30 p.m.

—MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT—

Unfortunately, we didn’t find any live music or other entertainment listed anywhere today for Tupelo or the surrounding areas.

If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!

Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.

Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!

Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!

* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.

The RunDown – December 8, 2019

MyLove Barnett
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The RunDown – December 8, 2019

Today’s RunDown

Good morning Tupelo! Today is Sunday, December 8, 2019. It is the 342nd day of the year. There are only 23 days left. Winter officially starts in 11 days, Hanukkah begins in 14 days, and Christmas is just 17 days from today.

Today’s Rundown is sponsored by Kyle Barker at Comcast Business! Comcast offers services for internet, phone, tv, cloud access, office 365, web security, security cameras, back-up internet and so much more available! For new service, contact your local account executive Kyle Barker at (662) 372-0567.

HAPPENING TODAY

There’s quite a bit going on today in Tupelo! Let’s dive in.

You can find Photos with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing in the Belk Wing today from 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. They close to take a break from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

At the Bancorpsouth Arena, Disney On Ice: Celebrate Memories will have one showing at 2:00 p.m.. Your favorite Disney stories come to life! Sail along with Moana on her high-seas adventure and dance with Woody, Buzz, and all the Toy Story friends. Feel inspired when love wins in Frozen, and when dreams come true for the Disney Princesses. Share the excitement and make new memories the whole family will treasure forever! *Note: Costumes not permitted for guests 14 years & older.

Grace Oasis Church is hosting Sewing Lessons for Teens and Adults at 5:30 p.m. through December the 11th. The instructor for this event will be Vanya Kovacheva, who has been a Fashion and Costume designer for 20 years. There is Limited Seating for this event each day, so please register by emailing your name to graceoasistupelo@gmail.com.

Join Harrisburg Baptist Church on Sunday evening, December 8th at 6:00 p.m. in the Worship Center as their Music Ministry presents “Christmas Joy” highlighting the music that celebrates Christ in the most wonderful time of the year. This will be a night of worship with beautiful music for the Christmas season!

There will be a Christmas Party and Open House at Hope Unbridled Equestrian Program on Sunday, December 8, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. Come and have your picture made with some horses who are getting ready for Christmas!

Tupelo Community Theatre will hold auditions for Puffs by Matt Cox auditions on December 8 at 2:00 p.m. and again on December 9 at 6:00 p.m. at TCT Off Broadway at 213 East Franklin Street. No advance preparation is needed, but those auditioning should be at least 21 years of age or older. Marley Maharrey will direct, and the production dates are February 13 through 15, 2020. For more information, please contact the director at msmaharrey@gmail.com, or call the TCT office at (662) 844-1935.

Calvary Baptist Church in Tupelo invites you to their Christmas Night of Worship this evening at 6:00 p.m.. This event is presented by the Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra, Sanctuary Bells, Singin’ Saints, and Children’s Choirs.

Downtown Tupelo Bike Gang is having a Holiday Hangout this afternoon! Meet at the east side of Mugshots, by the patio, at 3:00 p.m. for a bike ride, and then hangout after. Holiday flair encouraged! If you haven’t yet, please bring a donation of new underwear or socks for the homeless.

Local Events Outside of Tupelo

Outside of Tupelo, there are some other events you might like to check out:

In Fulton, check out the Trees & Treats Tour. Take a tour of Christmas Trees decorated in the theme of each participant in Fulton. Take your picture with the themed trees and make sure to get your treat too! Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Christmas Parades

There are some Christmas parades happening today! Cities and times are as follows:

Mooreville – 3:00 p.m.
Rienzi – 2:00 p.m.

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT

Unfortunately, we didn’t find any live music or other entertainment listed anywhere today for Tupelo or the surrounding areas.

If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!

Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.

Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!

Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!

* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.

On The Importance of Pushing Through

Prudence Hatchett
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On The Importance of Pushing Through

Do you ever have one of those days when you feel like just giving up? I mean one of those days when it feels like the misery will never end. You may have started the day with so many high hopes, so many ideas, so many dreams. Then, BAM! Like a thief in the night, they were taken away from you. Who or what took them can sometimes be a mystery. All you know is that the energy is gone. 

If you have never experienced one of these days, lucky you. But if you have, I feel less alone. You see, I recently had one of those days. I was so excited to finish a certain project, but then I received unexpected news — no, let me say devastating news. I was bewildered, with no answers in sight. I had two choices: to put up or shut up. I could either continue to pout about the problem, or I could fight my way through the problem. 

I chose to fight and push through.

I am not going to tell you that pushing through is easy, but I will tell you that it’s worth it.

The opposite of pushing through can be giving up. And some people take that path. But why? A few reasons you may feel like it’s not worth the fight: You may not feel like exerting the effort; the follow-through may not be worth it for the end result; you may have changed your mind or course of action; you didn’t want to, or if I can say the “L” word…you may have become a little lazy. 

Of course, everyone has their reasons for giving up, and sometimes it may even be necessary for your wellness in the moment. If it is necessary, then dust the dirt off and keep it moving. Tomorrow is a new day, and we can try again.

But for me, giving up that day was not an option because I truly believed in my project. I believed in myself, even if no one else did. And this belief in myself gave me the courage to push through. 

A few things that helped me push through:

1. I had a sincere and profound belief in myself and in my idea.

2. I was truly excited about the potential outcome, and knew that my goal was achievable.

3. I enjoy creating, planning, and organizing.

4. I knew that my idea would help others.

Seeing value in my idea helped reduce the fear and doubt surrounding the devastating news mentioned earlier. Do not get me wrong, I did consider the criticism. I believe learning to appropriately respond to the criticism can be a part of the growth process. Yet, I chose not to yield to it. 

I chose to push through.  And so should you!

Prudence Hatchett, M.S., M.Ed., NCC, LPC, BC-TMH, ACAS, CCATP, KLSC,
is the owner of PH Counseling, LLC and PH Counseling School online.
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