In an effort to support small businesses in a time of mass consumerism and big box stores, Small Business Saturday was born. It's the counterpart to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so here are a few of our favorite Southern shops to frequent this Saturday. There you'll find local gifts and handmade products. The Beehive, Atlanta, Georgia Located at the Edgewood Retail … [Read more...] about 5 Places to Shop for Small Business Saturday
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The South’s Best College Towns
The South is the land of college football as a religion, so it makes sense that the college towns here are on another level than those you'll find anywhere else in the country. What makes a great college town is a level of pride, not just for the school and its sports teams, but for the city as a whole. It has its own culture outside of the university, particularly in those … [Read more...] about The South’s Best College Towns
Small Town Saturday: Oxford, MS
If you've ever visited Oxford, Miss., chances are you've seen the Double Decker buses. These red icons are the real deal, imported from England about 19 years ago and now carry visitors on a guided tour of University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) campus and Oxford. In April is the annual Double Decker Arts Festival, named after the red buses. In its 18th year, the festival … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Oxford, MS
Small Town Saturday: Oxford, MS
Walking up to Rowan Oak, William Faulkner's residence where he penned such novels as As I Lay Dying, Absalom, Absalom!, among others while living here. In 1972, his daughter sold the house to the University of Mississippi and they continue to maintain it. Touring inside the home provides you with a glimpse into his everyday life. Perhaps one of the more … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Oxford, MS
