Eudora Welty was born in Jackson, Mississippi, on April 13, 1909, to a schoolteacher and had three brothers. This book-loving household that encouraged her early interest in reading and observation, which would shape her future. She studied at Mississippi State College for Women, the University of Wisconsin, and Columbia University, initially pursuing advertising before … [Read more...] about Literary South: Eudora Welty
7 Unlikely Places in the South Tied to Al Capone
People know about Al Capone's imprisonment at Alcatraz and Eastern State Penitentiary and his time in Chicago. But there are a number of hotels across the region where the famous gangster had his own suites, always on the run or overseeing gambling and bootlegging operations. There were also restaurants and bars where he'd enjoy his time off in the Southern sunshine. … [Read more...] about 7 Unlikely Places in the South Tied to Al Capone
11 Southern Dishes You May Have Never Heard Of
When you think of Southern food, it might be the family-style dishes like biscuits and fried chicken, shared around a table. But the region is massive and diverse, with African, Indigenous, European, and Caribbean influences woven in. Several of these dishes are found within regions of the South and are celebrated with annual festivals. If you've never had the chance to … [Read more...] about 11 Southern Dishes You May Have Never Heard Of
Southern Stays: RT Lodge
RT Lodge is a cozy retreat near Maryville, in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. The main building was once the home of Susan Wiley Cooper Walker, a recent widow who moved to the town to be closer to her sister, whose husband was the chaplain at Maryville College. Built in 1932, it included the 26-room home with an adjacent carriage house. After Walker … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: RT Lodge
A Football Fan’s Guide to New Orleans, Louisiana
Whether you’re attending a national championship game, the Sugar Bowl, or a regular-season New Orleans Saints game, there’s no shortage of football-related events in the Louisiana city throughout the year. All events take place at the Caesars Superdome, so this guide will be centered around places you can visit nearby, like our previous Atlanta guide. Parking can be pricey, … [Read more...] about A Football Fan’s Guide to New Orleans, Louisiana
