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Crossroads 2015 Bridal Edition

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Contents

Magazine

Bride wears both her mother’s and grandmother’s dress on her wedding day — Pages 6-9

A Daily Corinthian Publication | Summer 2015

EDITORIAL

Confession: No dress for this bride on her wedding day; break out the sweaters!

— Page 12

Publisher Reece Terry Editor Mark Boehler

Weddings of 2014: 50 brides share their advice — Pages 17-57

Contributors Sarah Rowland Metro Services Special thanks Steve Beavers Jebb Jonston Kimberly Shelton Zack Steen

Children at weddings are a choice — Page 14 How to preserve wedding bouquets — Page 57

ADVERTISING Sales Representatives Fallon Coln Skylar McCrimon Derinda Nunley

Hot food trends can add perfect touch — Page 60

Creative Designer Minjah Miller

How to avoid wedding music mistakes — Page 61

On The Cover

Crossroads Magazine is published by the Daily Corinthian, 1607 Harper Road, Corinth, MS. A complimentary 10,000 isues are distributed in the Crossroads area. The contents of Crossroads Magazine are copyrighted and may not be reproduced without consent of the publisher. Crossroads Magazine shall not be held liable for failure to publish an ad or for typographical or publication errors. Publisher reserves the right to reject any advertising and to alter advertising copy or graphics deemed unacceptable for publications. For additional copies of Crossroads Magazine, contact the Daily Corinthian at 662-287-6111.

When Kelsey Shanklin of Corinth and Neil Rosenbaum of Clinton were married on Aug. 23, 2014, they rode the Crossroads Trolley from First Presbyterian Church to Franklin Courtyard.

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Mallory Holt on her wedding day - wearing her mother’s dress.

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A three generation

wedding day

By Sarah Rowland

For Crossroads Magazine It’s a romantic and sentimental notion, the idea your wedding dress will walk the aisle again worn by a daughter, a fellow woman and a forever friend.

But how many brides actually see that dream realized?

For one Eastview, Tenn. family, they saw two generations of dresses at a daughter’s wedding. Mallory Holt (née Mallory Twitty) wore her mother’s wedding gown in her ceremony and her grandmother’s wedding dress at her reception.

“It’s not often you get to wear your mama’s and your mimi’s dresses,” said Mallory.

It started with the ceremony gown, and while Mallory loved wearing the dress on her wedding day, she wasn’t immediately convinced it was what she wanted.

Mallory had a picture of a dress, the style she loved, but while dress shopping she never found what she was looking for.

After a day of wedding dress shopping, an exciting, yet daunting task, the mother-daughter pair went home to Mallory’s grandmother’s house.

“When we got there, Mama said, ‘Just try mine on. There’s not a better time to open it. I’m never wearing it again and no one else is.’” Mallory continued, while laughing, “When it fit I thought, ‘Oh, my gosh.

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Bride wears both her mother’s and grandmother’s dresses during wedding, reception sleeves, weighs more than I do and now I fit in it!’”

When asked what she thought, Mallory’s mother, Lisa Twitty, said, “I knew when I was helping her put her arms in the dress and thought, ‘It’s going to fit.’”

“And I thought, ‘Oh, my gosh,’” said Mallory, as they laughed.

Mallory considered, though, how “cool” it would be to wear her mother’s dress and while she didn’t like the original neckline or sleeves, she liked everything else about the dress. They took the dress to a seamstress to see if she could alter it to fit Mallory’s style.

“It was so pretty on the bottom,” said Mallory, “I thought if I’m going to redo it, I want you to be able to tell it’s the same dress.”

She took the picture of the dress she loved and her mother’s gown and asked the seamstress if she could alter just the bodice and sleeves, which she said wouldn’t be a problem. Most of the material she removed from the dress, she used elsewhere to make the changes Mallory requested.

“I thought,” said Mallory, “We’re early enough in the game. If she fixes the dress and I don’t like it, I don’t have to wear it.”

Lisa pointed out that it wasn’t

until about the third fitting that her daughter made the final decision to wear the dress.

“It went from my seeing the dress exactly like mama had it, to it being prettier than the picture I showed the seamstress,” said Mallory.

The original gown was purchased from Priscilla’s Bridal Shop in Tupelo for her wedding in 1987 and was one of the first dresses she tried on.

It cost about $600, which she noted was a lot of money back then. Her father wasn’t happy about spending so much on a dress.

After visiting several other shops in more than one city and not finding a dress that compared to the first one, her father gave in and bought the dress she loved.

“Even though it made Daddy mad (to buy the dress),” said Lisa, “he sure was acting like he was proud to walk me down the aisle that day.”

She said her father passed away about nine years ago, but she would love to know what he thought about his granddaughter wearing the same dress.

“The day I saw her and Nick standing up there,” said Lisa, “and Richard (Mallory’s father) giving her away, I thought how neat. This is the second time Richard’s stood up there with that same dress.”

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They said the seamstress, Jeanette Chism of Tupelo, did an “awesome job and was so easy to work with.”

“I would highly recommend her,” said Mallory, “She’s very trustworthy and just good,” with alterations for the gown costing about $200.

The day Mallory first tried on her mother’s gown, they thought for kicks she might try on her grandmother’s dress stored with other memorabilia in a cedar hope chest, which Mallory said she used to explore its contents as a child.

Her grandmother’s dress fit just like her mother’s gown, just about an inch too big along the sides. They took the grandmother’s dress to the seamstress, too. Mallory said though her grandmother, Mary Shumpert, knew she took the dress, she didn’t know Mallory planned on altering it and wearing it herself. The original dress was tea length, covered in lace, strapless, and was worn with a lace bolero. Mallory had the length shortened to the knees and used the extra lace to create straps which crossed across the back.

She wore her grandmother’s dress in her engagement pictures as a surprise which Mary was very excited about, crying when she saw the pictures. Mallory surprised her grandmother again by changing into the dress at her reception.

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Mallory Holt’s grandmother, Mary Shumpert, on her wedding day. Holt wore the same dress — altered just a bit — to her wedding reception.

mother’s veil which had been made for her mother by her grandmother.

“Mama worked so stinking hard on that veil,” said Lisa. The veil had two parts, a short part over a long part. Mallory had the veil altered and

wore the shorter part as a single veil.

Familial sentiment ran throughout the whole wedding with Mallory using her grandparents’ honeymoon luggage as decoration for the reception, her grandmother’s wedding

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Lisa Twitty on her wedding day in 1987. Her daughter would wear the same dress some 26 years later.

band for her own band, and her husband, Nick, adopted his grandfather’s wedding band, too.

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“She would have definitely been a bridesmaid,” said Mallory.

She said right before she walked down the aisle, Darlene approached her and asked if she would like to wear Macy’s sapphire ring to represent “something blue,” which Mallory gladly wore on her right hand in memory of her dear friend.

“It’s pretty awesome,” said Lisa about the main gown, “we’ve got it airtight and put up again. If she ever has a daughter, maybe the third generation will wear it.”

(Sarah Rowland is a freelance writer living in Selmer, Tenn. She contributes to Crossroads Magazine and the Daily Corinthian.)

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By Sarah Rowland

For Crossroads Magazine After an eight-month engagement so far, I’m getting married in four months.

To be exact, October 17 is the big day.

And I’ve yet to say yes to the dress.

Wow. I heard those gasps, ladies, and as I write this you haven’t even read it yet.

Breathe. All is not lost. It’s all happening like I’m planning.

You see, I’ve been a bridesmaid several times already. A maid of honor twice, once for my little sister’s wedding and I went bridal gown shopping with her. I’ve had my fill of bridal shops. I never found the experience, whether for a bridesmaid dress or a wedding gown, very exhilarating.

When I got engaged I can’t say I was skipping to David’s Bridal with the other soon-to-be brides.

I love autumn, so a fall wedding was a must. One thing I love about fall is wearing sweaters, my favorite piece of clothing. I thought -- what if I wore a sweater in my wedding? It’s unique.

It’s autumn-ish. Then I thought I was crazy. Then I thought that’s exactly why I should do it.

So I googled and could find very little about women wearing sweaters in weddings, except for model Olivia Palermo.

She did it. Whelp, if it’s good enough for Olivia, it’s good enough for me.

Unlike a bridal gown that comes with top and bottom attached, a sweater doesn’t come with a bottom so I started looking for bridal skirts.

The only bridal separates I could find were couture, which was definitely out of my price range. So I did what any sweater crazy bride would do—let’s just make a skirt.

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Freelance writer Sarah Rowland has been engaged to Jay Poindexter for eight months. They plan to marry on Oct. 17. would have liked a custom garment.

There’s just something fun about having a custom garment hanging in your closet. So the bridesmaids will be wearing sweaters in my wedding colors and custom, 50s inspired satin skirts.

I never went gown shopping, I never intend to, and I’m perfectly content with that. I’ve yet to be anxious about my decision. The whole experience has produced an exhilaration I don’t think

a trip to the bridal shop could.

The sweater is bought and looks amazing with my mother’s veil and earrings my fiancé bought me for the wedding as a Christmas gift.

I have complete confidence it’ll all be a dream come true.

(Sarah Rowland is a freelance writer living in Selmer, Tenn. She contributes to Crossroads Magazine and the Daily Corinthian.)

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Children at weddings are a choice Think carefully about the pros and cons of inviting children to a wedding.

Weddings are a time for celebration and sharing good times. Some couples want to share their love and excitement with as many people as they can fit under one roof, while others may prefer a more intimate affair to enjoy with a select few. One difficult decision couples must face when planning a wedding is whether or not to invite children to join in the festivities.

Young guests can bring an energetic spark to the celebration, but kids unaccustomed to dressing up and enjoying a fancy night out may get swept away by the majesty of the night. Adult guests looking to have a good time may find it difficult to relax and let loose if they have to keep a constant eye on their children.

The topic of children at weddings is a tricky subject. Family and friends may have strong opinions on either side of the debate. Ultimately, the couple needs to come to an agreement regarding children at their wedding.

Once a decision has been made, couples can employ some strategies to make the wedding as enjoyable as possible for every age group.

• No children: Couples who decide to exclude kids from their guest lists should alert guests well in advance of the “no kids” edict. Be tactful when alerting guests. If you will be sending out save-the-date cards, include the phrase “Adults only, please” on the card. You also may want to include the information on a wedding website if you have one. A website affords you more space to explain your stance on young guests.

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When it comes to the wedding invitation, your indications should already be clear.

However, you can reinforce that kids are not invited by addressing the invitations accordingly. Do not include the children’s names or “and family” on the envelope. Invitations should only feature the names of the people being invited. Be consistent if you do not want children at the reception. It is not okay to allow one guest’s kids while excluding another’s. The only exception is children who are members of the wedding party. However, if you prefer a kid-free wedding, you may want to avoid a ring bearer and flower girl during the ceremony.

Chances are word will spread that the wedding is not for child guests. If you do not want to handle inquiries, ask a member of the bridal party to answer any kid-related questions.

• Children allowed: Contrary to popular belief, children can be well-behaved at a wedding and add a youthful component to the celebration. Watching a child twirling on the dance floor or devouring a large piece of wedding cake can make a wedding day more memorable and special.

Couples who invite kids to the wedding should expect the unexpected from their youngest guests. Let the small things slide and speak with youngsters’ parents if any issues arise.

Arrange for some activities to keep children entertained and out of trouble.

Have the band or deejay incorporate some child-friendly dances or activities.

Designate the kids’ table and arrange some small toys or activity books. Be sure to choose some child-friendly foods during the cocktail hour. Hungry children can be that much more fussy. Arrange a special menu with the catering manager and be clear about how many kids are invited. Usually kids’ dinners cost substantially less than adults’. Some reception sites may provide a separate room where children can gather. A television with a favorite movie or a few video games may be all that’s necessary to pass the time. Hire a babysitter to stay with the children and give adults in the other room peace of mind.

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Valarie Alder and Robert “Bobby” Mitchell were united in marriage at 5 p.m. on Dec. 27, 2014, at Iuka Methodist Church. Bro. Ron Plymel officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, is the daughter of Billy and Joyce Lambert.

She is the granddaughter of Claude and Dorothy Benningfield.

The groom, a graduate of Biggersville High School, is the son of Bud & Bonnie Mitchell and Janice Gilmore Mitchell. He is the grandson of Carrol and Betty Gilmore and Dan and Rachel Sloan.

Attending the bride as bridesmaids were Leslie Bivens, Crystal Bonds, Allison Chambers, Dana Jenkins, Shannon Morgan and Sabrina Trimble. Chloe Mitchell served as the junior bride. Mabell Bonds was the flower girl.

Attending the groom as groomsmen were Nick Gilmore, Jeremy Glidewell, Zach Hastings, Bud Mitchell, Chris Mitchell, Levi Mitchell and T.J. Bonds.

The reception was held at Iuka Baptist Church.

Lisa Overby prepared the cake. Lisa and Kenny Hastings were the caterers. The floral arrangements were created

by Dawn Laniter, and photographer Sue Elam captured the memories. Following the honeymoon to La Source St. George’s in Grenada, the couple now resides in Corinth where Valerie is a nurse practitioner at The Magnolia Women’s Clinic and Bobby is employed with Monogram Refrigeration, LLC.

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Bowling - Boddie Amy Lee Bowling and Nathan Van Boddie were united in marriage on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2014, at the Historic Fillmore Street Chapel in Corinth. The ceremony was officiated by The Rev. Clelie McCandless.

The bride, a graduate of Alcorn Central High School and Mississippi State University, is the daughter of Lee and Judy Bowling. She is the granddaughter of Dale and Kitty Bowling and the late LeRoy and Hazel Miller.

The groom, a graduate of Pass Christian High School and Mississippi State University, is the son of George and Sandra Boddie. He is the grandson of Dr. Patrick and Mrs. Martita Pierce and the late Nathan and Ann Boddie.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Anna Bowling.

Bridesmaids were Cassondra Bishop, Sarah Boddie, Chelsea Collins, Victoria Wolf and Isabel Wolf.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Pierce Boddie.

Groomsmen were Douglas Martin, Chris Newton and Jonathan Giuffria.

The reception was held at the Chop House at Shiloh Ridge.

The cake was prepared by The Cake Lady.

Corner Gifts and Florist prepared the floral decorations. Photography was captured by Tee Rage Photography. The Chop House catered the food.

Following the honeymoon in the British Virgin Islands, the couple now resides in Gulfport where Amy is a medical laboratory scientist and Nathan is a real estate salesman and residential builder.

The bride’s advice to future brides: “Try not to stress. It will all work out.”

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Bridges - Smith Iesha Lanai Bridges and Brandon Collin Smith were united in marriage on May 24, 2014, at the McGee Plantation in Frankstown.

Russell Smith, brother of the groom, officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a 2009 graduate of Biggersville High School and 2014 graduate of the University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Occupational Therapy, is the daughter of Shelia & Derrick Usher and Tony Bridges. She is the granddaughter of the late J.L. Gaines and Mae Catherine Gaines, Curtis Bridges, and the late Lawrence Vivian Bridges. Iesha holds a master of occupational therapy degree.

The groom, a 2002 graduate of Amory High School and the University of Mississippi, is the son of Carol Smith and Red Smith. He is the grandson of the late Claude Snyder and Elizabeth Snyder and the late E.K. Smith and Il Faye Smith. Brandon holds a 2011 bachelor of business in criminal justice degree from the University of Mississippi and a 2015 juris doctor from Mississippi College of Law. Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was E’charial Gaines. Bridesmaids were Amanda Howell-Reeves, Ava Kristen Harmon, Shalonda Patterson, Alison Wiginton-Serio, Christina Coleman-Reynolds and Mary Kathryn-Maddox.

Honorary bridesmaids were Kelly SterlingGregory and Kayla Adair.

Attending the groom as groomsmen were Daniel Smith, Carl Smith, Ryan Smith, Derrick Maranto, Bakari Bridges, Cody Watson and Austin Malone.

The reception was also held at McGee Plantation in Frankstown.

The cake was prepared by Elizabeth Gable of Endville Bakery in Tupelo. West End Catering prepared the food. The flowers were arranged by Corner Gifts and Florist in Booneville, and photographer Jacob Bennett captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon to the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple now resides in Canton, N.C., where Iesha is an occupational therapist and Brandon is a recent college graduate.

The bride’s advice to future brides: “No matter how high your stress level, it will all melt away when you see your husband at the alter. Keep the most important things first: God, your husband, your family and friends. Details are minuscule memories when you look back at your wedding or anniversaries. What you will remember most is unspeakable joy that endures forever.”

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Coln - Hunt

Boarding a train to the “Big Easy”, Fallon Coln and Robert Scott Hunt took in the sights and sounds of NOLA as they said their “I do’s” in an intimate ceremony at the luxurious Roosevelt Hotel on Saturday, Oct. 25.

The bride received her Associate of Arts degree from Northeast Mississippi Community College and her Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Faulkner Christian University. She is the daughter of the late Marlin and Jamie Coln.

The groom received his B.A. degree from Mississippi State University in 1994 and his Juris Doctor degree from Washington University. He is the son of Joseph Hunt and Sandra Hunt.

Following the ceremony, the couple snapped photos in the French Quarter before heading off to their reception at the famed Café Du Monde.

Jeff Pounds Photography captured the memories. The floral arrangements were created by Ann’s of Corinth.

Following their romantic honeymoon getaway in New Orleans, La., the couple now resides in Hamilton, Ala. where Fallon is employed as a sales executive at the Daily Corinthian and Scott is an attorney.

The bride’s advice to future brides: “It’s your day.

Do what makes you happy and don’t try to please everyone.”

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Corbin - Poland

Holly Smart Corbin of Booneville and Michael Paul Poland of Guntown were united in marriage on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014, in a ceremony surrounded by family and friends at Serendipity in Guntown. The Rev. Trey Lambert of Booneville performed the ceremony. Amanda Mattox of Booneville, Svetlana Kaltchenko of Tupelo and Cody Stephens of Jumpertown provided music.

The bride is the daughter of Freddie and Lynn Corbin of Jumpertown.

She is the granddaughter of the late Clifford and Ruby Smart, Ellis and Kathleen Thornton and the late Gene Corbin, all of Jumpertown.

The groom is the son of Paul and Sandra Poland of Guntown. He is the grandson of the late Roy and Betty McNutt of Tupelo and the late Major E.L. and Angie Poland of Belden.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore a romantic lace applique that draped perfectly over a silky charmeuse satin, highlighting a trailing overskirt. Both the neckline and the back featured a deep V. She carried a bouquet of five different kinds of greenery made up of green hydrangeas, peach David Austin roses, white stock, and hot pink Gerber daisies and with rhinestone broaches, tied off with the handkerchief of her late cousin, Bric Turner.

The maid of honor was her sister, Annie Ruby Corbin of Jumpertown.

Bridesmaids were Meagan Scott of Tupelo, Lori Blansett of Booneville, Jenna Childs of Baldwyn, Tiffany Duncan of Booneville, Anna Palmer of Ripley, Lane Poland, sister-in-law of the groom, of Guntown, and Monica Daniels of Booneville. Flower girls were Sophia Smart of Booneville and Brenyn Wilbanks of Kossuth, both cousins of the bride. The bridesmaids wore short chiffon dresses in eight different styles and guava in color; the maid of honor wore an aqua blue dress. They carried bouquets of cream carnations with coral hyper acorn berries and white babies breath tied off with rhinestones.

Decorating and flowers were provided by Corner Gifts and Florists of Booneville.

Paul Poland, father of the groom, of Guntown, was best man. Groomsmen were Matt Rushing of Mooreville, Jeremy Lawson of Tupelo, Joel Driskell of Tupelo, Jeremy Taylor of Tupelo, Marshall Jenkins of Tupelo, Jonathan Poland, brother of the groom, of Guntown, and Dustin Talley of Saltillo. Junior groomsman was Ty Corbin, son of the bride. The banner bearer was Reece Poland, nephew of the groom. Ushers were Coy Perrigo and Justin Perrigo, cousins of the bride, both of Jumpertown, and Ryan Rodriquez of Saltillo.

A reception followed at the same location as the ceremony took place, Serendipity, where guests enjoyed lots of food and music by The Mink Brothers Band. A beautiful five-layered cake was displayed in the center of a sparkling room. A foundation of flowers tiered down each layer, matching the brideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bouquet with each layer wrapped in rhinestones, made with love by a family friend, Faye Bullock. All photography was by Tee Rage Photography.

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Dalton - Ferguson Anna Kristen Dalton and Tommy Ray Ferguson were united in marriage on June 21, 2014, at First United Methodist Church of Corinth. Roger Shock, pastor of First United Methodist Church, officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Mississippi State University, is the daughter of Robert Terry Dalton Jr. and Patrice Odom Cox of Corinth. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. William W. Odom Jr. of Corinth and the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Terry Dalton Sr. of Corinth.

The groom, a graduate of the University of North Alabama, is the son of Jim Ferguson of New Albany and Connie Newcomb McCalister of Corinth.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Chelsey Beavers. Bridesmaids were Chelse Burks, Emily Carmichiel, Hannah Cox, Morgan Greer and Darcie McCoy. Honorary bridesmaids were Jessica Carroll, Amber Gray, Angela Harris, Crystal Null and Brittany Stevens.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Nathaniel Null. Groomsmen were Josh Briggs, Charlie Carroll, Jesse Greer, Levi Mitchell and Tyler Wallin. Ring bearers were Reagan Carroll and Andrew Ferguson.

Ushers were Brayden Ferguson, Riley Ferguson and Ben Moore.

The reception was held at The Franklin Courtyard in downtown Corinth’s SoCo District.

The cake was prepared by Janie Vanderford of Corinth. Dawn Luster of Corinth arranged the flowers. Teresa and Harry Bowman of Bow-T’s in Iuka served as the caterer, and Amanda Puckett of AYP Photography in Iuka captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon to Orange Beach, Ala., the couple now resides in Corinth where Anna is a teacher at Corinth Elementary School and Tommy is a store manager at Verizon Wireless of Corinth.

The bride’s advice for the future: “Remember what’s truly important. Don’t lose sight of what your wedding day is actually about. It’s not about the glitz and glamour. It’s about making the ultimate commitment to the love of your life. You don’t have to have super fancy decorations and expensive dresses to do that.”

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Emison - Dees

Kayla Emison and Jeremiah Dees were united in marriage on May 3, 2014, at Crazy K Ranch. John Wilbanks officiated the ceremony.

The bride, an attendee of Corinth High School, is the daughter of Vandle Emison and Sandra Crum.

The groom, an attendee of Alcorn Central High School, is the son of Debra Dees and the late Ronnie Dees.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Marley Ashe. Bridesmaids were Meghan Butler, Mallory Ashe, Sarah Johnson and Ashley McNeese. Honorary bridesmaids were Chasity Reeves, Brittanni Lynch, Haley Stewart, Lauren Butler, Emily Reid, Lindsay Austin and Amanda Carter.

Attending the groom as groomsmen were Sam Strickland, Wallace Wall, Landon Dees, Horace Emison and Seth Whitehurst.

The reception was also held at Crazy K Ranch.

The cake was prepared by Jan Bogus. Mary Margaret Cude and Alisa Cude served as the caterers. Ashley Grimes prepared the floral arrangements. Photographer Jessica Coulson captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon to Jamaica, the couple now resides in Corinth where Kayla is a pharmacy technician at Medical Plaza Pharmacy and Jeremiah is the co-owner of the White Trolley Cafe.

The bride’s advice for future brides: “Take in as much as possible on your wedding day because it flies by. It doesn’t matter if things go wrong because no matter what, at the end of the day, you are going to marry the love of your life.”

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Essary - Holloway Kayla Essary and Nathan Holloway were united in marriage on Dec. 20, 2014, at Crazy K Ranch. Caleb Ramey officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Mississippi State University, is the daughter of Rick and Squeaky Essary. She is the granddaughter of the late Garvin and Joann Essary and the late Grady and Thelma Jones.

The groom, a graduate of Mississippi State University, is the son of Alan and Donna Holloway. He is the grandson of the late Alvis and Joann Holloway and the late Reece and Auvergean Pennington.

Attending the bride as Matron of Honor was Heather Humphries. Michelle Waters was the Maid of Honor.

Bridesmaids were Casey Moss, Jessica Bunyard, Mackenzie Cousino and Audra Rogers. Lindsey Essary was the flower girl. Parker Humphries served as the ring bearer. Shannon Essary was the bride’s proxy. Guest attendants were Bailee Twedell, Lauren Rhinehart, Cadee Essary and Jasmine Chaney.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Alan Holloway. Groomsmen were Matt Holloway, Evan Anderson, Jonathan Howe, Seth Howe and Kriton Vogel. Ushers were Cullen Essary, Westley Essary, Haley McIngvale and Thomas Young.

The reception was also held at Crazy K Ranch.

The cake was prepared by Susan Wren. Sherry Smith was the caterer. Mariah Baird created the floral arrangements.

Jessica Koenig of Captured in Time Photography took the photos.

Following the honeymoon seven-day Exotic Western Caribbean Cruise, the couple now resides in Brandon where Kayla is a fourth-grade teacher with Rankin County Schools and Nathan is an accountant at Watkins, Ward and Stafford.

The bride’s advice to future brides: “Don’t stress the little details. It will all be perfect in the end. Wait a day or two to leave for the honeymoon. You will be exhausted after the wedding.”

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Essary - Morelock Amanda Arminta Essary and Nathan Wade Morelock were married Saturday, Nov. 22, at four o’clock in the afternoon. The private family ceremony was held at the home of Billy and Gail Parrish in Rienzi. Dale Fortenberry, Farmington mayor and grandfather of the bride, officiated the ceremony.

Amanda is the daughter of Harold and Nancy Essary of Rienzi. Her grandparents are Dewey and Linda Knight of Glen, Dale and Shirley Fortenberry of Farmington, and the late Caxton and Margie Essary. Amanda is 2012 graduate of Kossuth High School. She currently is the owner of Doo Dah’s, LLC in Corinth.

Nathan is the son of Darron and Debora Morelock of Kossuth. His grandparents are Barron and Mary Morelock of Biggersville and Willie Joe and Martha Jackson or Corinth. Nathan is a 2014 graduate of Kossuth High School. He currently attends Northeast Mississippi Community College where he is pursuing a degree in nursing and is employed at Ashley Furniture in Ripley.

The ceremony was held in a wooded area known to the Bride’s family as the “Walnut Patch” where a rustic arbor, flanked with Grecian urns, was the focal point for exchange of vows. Floral accents adorning the arbor and urns were a lovely autumn mixture of daisies, chrysanthemums, and spider mums. The aisle was decorated with a variety of pumpkins and gourds. For her wedding day, Amanda chose an Allure gown in Georgette ivory. The trumpet silhouette bodice, featuring cap sleeves and a high scoop neckline, fell to a soft swept train. Pearls and beads embellished a fitted overlay of organza. A dainty bird cage veil completed her wedding ensemble. The bride carried a hand-tied bouquet of cottage roses, peonies, and lily of the valley. Her bouquet was embellished with a gold locket that was a family heirloom from her late Granny Margie.

Supporting the bride as Man of Honor was Billy Parrish and Bridesmaid was Halie Burress. The Best Man was Tyler Franks and Groomsman was Jay Essary. Preceding the bride and her father was the sign bearer Layton Caxton Essary, nephew of the Bride. Layton carried a sign announcing, “Here comes my Dah!” Immediately following the wedding a reception was held as the parents of the bride treated guests to a Southern barbecue. The bride’s cake was a two-layer vanilla/almond cake beautifully decorated in a Cornelli filigree design butter cream icing adorned with cotton bolls and the couple’s initials. The couple makes their home in Rienzi.

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Evans - Sims

Brittany Diane Evans and Colton Bryce Sims were united in marriage on Sept. 27, 2014, at S&W Hereford Ranch in Burnsville. Rayborn Richardson officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of New Summit School in Jackson and Mississippi University for Women in Columbus. is the daughter of Diane Evans Nicolosi of Jackson and Van Aubrey Evans Jr. of Jackson. She is the granddaughter of George and Nancy Day of Flowood, and Johnny and Partricia Patterson of Flowood.

The groom, a graduate of Alcorn Central High School and the University of North Alabama, is the son of Don and Tammy Sims of Corinth. He is the grandson of John and Linda King of Selmer, Tenn.

Attending the bride as Matron of Honor was Brandy Hudson of Flowood.

Lainey Wilson of Pearl was the Maid of Honor. Bridesmaids were Leah Smith of Corinth, Amber Parker of Corinth, Jaisa Emerson of Cincinnati, Ohio, Whitney Hardwick of Corinth, Leanna Coleman of Flowood, Chelsie Paschal of Louisville and Sarah Patterson of Pearl.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Don Sims of Corinth. Groomsmen were Jake Baker of Corinth, Clay Burns of Corinth, Chad Glidewell of Corinth, Ethan Smith of Corinth, Ross Parker of Hatton, Ala., Michael Babb of Corinth, Kirk Emerson of Corinth and Clint Isbell of Florence, Ala. The reception was also held at S&W Hereford Ranch.

The cakes were provided by Karen’s Cake Shoppe of Walnut. The bride’s cake was a four-tiered yellow almond cake with buttercream icing. The cake was dressed with a “We Do” topper, pink burlap flowers and twine. The grooms cake was a strawberry cake with buttercream icing displaying a fondant duck hunting theme. The food at the reception was an all-you-can-eat buffet provided by Penn’s Catering of Flowood. Dawn Laster of Corinth was the florist. Frozen Exposure Photography and cinematography of Franklin, Tenn. captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon to Atlantis Resort in Paradise Island, Bahamas, the couple now resides in Burnsville where Brittany is a Registered Nurse in the emergency department at Magnolia Regional Health Center and a full-time graduate student at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and Colton is a sales representative at the Alcorn County-Co-op in Corinth.

The bride’s advice to future brides: “Just breathe. Enjoy this time you have together as a couple. Get a binder and put all your favorite wedding-related things in it. You can have a fun night cutting pictures from magazines to get an idea of the type of wedding you want. Go to bridal shows to find out what vendors are available in your area. Don’t get too wrapped up in planning a wedding that you forget about the commitment you are making before God, your family and your friends. You’re getting married. Have fun in this season of your life.

It will all be over before you know it, and you’ll be sitting in your beach chair with your toes in the sand and your husband on your right hand side – and that’s what it’s all about.”

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Griffin - Bishop Lindsay Ann Griffin and Bradley Ward Bishop were united in marriage on May 10, 2014, in the historic Fillmore Street Chapel. Bro. Lewis Screws officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a McNairy High School, U.T. Martin and South College School of Pharmacy graduate is the daughter of Keith and Cathy Griffin. She is the granddaughter of Roy and Sinda Stutts and the late Billy and Dorothy Griffin.

The groom, a graduate of Biggersville High School and Northeast Mississippi Community College, is the son of David and Patti Bishop. He is the grandson of Patsy and Honnel Lancaster, the late George Bishop, Freddy and Sharon Phillips and Frank and Inez Wilson.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Ashley Lambert. Bridesmaids were Alyce Massengill, Krista Swafford, Chelsea Bodiford, Megan Essary and Meghan Weller. Lauren Phillips was a Junior bridesmaid. Olivia Phillips served as the flower girl.

Attending the groom as Best Man was David Bishop. Groomsmen were Brooks Bishop, Keaton Farris, John Phillips, Shane Stegall and Caleb Marolt. Cooper Essary served as the ring bearer.

The reception was also held at The Franklin Courtyard.

The cake was prepared by Christy Smith of Batter Up Cakery in Adamsville, Tenn. Dawn Laster created the floral arrangements.

Sherri Smith was the caterer. Rob Brown of Tee Rage Photography captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon at Sandals LaSource in Grenada, the couple now resides in Corinth where Lindsay is a pharmacist and Bradley is a lieutenant with the Corinth Police Department.

The bride’s advice for future brides: “Try to relax and enjoy your day – it will fly by and be over before you know it.”

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Griffin - Nethery Brittany Griffin and Bartley Ladron Nethery were united in marriage on October 18, 2014, at the Pinecrest Baptist Church.

The ceremony was officiated by Bro. Jeff Haney.

The bride, a graduate of Alcorn Central High School, is the daughter of Joel and Sandy Griffin. She is the granddaughter of the late J.R. and Ida Lancaster and the late Billy and Dorothy Griffin.

The groom, a graduate of Kossuth High School, is the son of Ladron and Nan Nethery. He is the grandson of Larry and Anne Nethery and the late Joe Shadburn and Janice Shadburn.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Kim Lancaster.

Bridesmaids were Mandy Logue, Dana Lancaster and Bayleigh Bethery.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Ladron Nethery. Groomsmen were Blake Nethery, Kirk Gibson and Matt Meeks.

The reception was held at Pinecreast Fellowship Hall.

The cake was prepared by Sarah Mothershed. Sid Nicholson prepared the floral decorations. Photography was captured by Amanda Puckett with At Your Place Photography.

Following the honeymoon in Savannah, Ga., the couple now resides in Corinth where Bartley is a youth minster and works at Bigger’s ACE Hardware. Katie is a English teacher at Biggersville High School and is started cosmetology school in June.

The bride’s advise to future brides: “Don’t let the small stuff stress you out. On the wedding day, allow everyone else to cater to you - it’s your day.”

Hartzog - Turner Suzanne Hartzog and Ben Turner were united on marriage on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, at First Baptist Church in Rincon, Ga. The ceremony was officiated by The Rev. Kyle Houston.

The bride, a graduate of Georgia Southern University, is the daughter of Gregory and Deborah Hartzog. She is the granddaughter of Hugh and the late Del Spear and the late Winifred Hartzog and Nell.

The groom, a graduate of Mississippi State University, is the son of Richard and Linda Turner. He is the grandson of JT and the late Josephine Dunn, the late Una Turner and Price Turner.

Attending the bride the bride were her cousins, Regan Peluso, Claire Hughes and Kadence Sellers; her friends, Danelle Brandenburgh and Sarah Davis; and the groom’s nieces, Harlie Ross and Katie Beth Yontz.

Attending the groom was his father, Richard Turner; his brother, Clint Turner; the bride’s brother’s, Tyler Hartzog and Micah Hartzog; and his friends, Jonathan Davis and Patrick Coln.

The cake was prepared by Cakes by Terra Dasher. Joann’s Florist created the floral arrangements. Photography was captured

by Denise Gonsales Photography. Friends of the family served as the caterers.

Following the honeymoon in Antigua, the couple now resides in Rincon, Ga., where Suzanne is a teacher at Rincon Elementary and Ben is an engineer with Gulfstream Aerospace.

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Hayes - Derrick Kayce Rochelle Hayes and Brandon Joshua Derrick were united in marriage on June 21, 2014 at Bethel United Methodist Church. The ceremony was officiated by Bro. Jerry Kelly.

The bride, a graduate of Alcorn Central High School, is the daughter of Debbie and Andy Edge and Terry and Vickey Hayes. She is the granddaughter of Alice Vanderford and Scotty and Brenda Edge.

The groom, a graduate of Mississippi State University, is the son of Jerry and Betty Derrick. He is the grandson of Bertha Williams.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was her sister, Leesa Hayes. Bridesmaid was her best friend, Sherry Cooley. Flower girl was stepsister to the bride, Kearsten Edge.

Attending the groom as Best Man was cousin Adam Ellsworth. Groomsmen was brother Jeremy Derrick.

Ring bearers were the bride’s nephew, Shawn Tyler Voyles and the groom’s nephew, Hunter Derrick.

The reception was held at Bethel United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.

The cake was prepared by June Brown of Rienzi. Just4You Florist prepared the floral decorations. Photography was captured by TeeRage Photography. Food was catered by the bride’s stepmom Vickey Hayes and aunts, Jessica Shipman and Lynn Hayes.

Following the honeymoon in Chattanooga and the Smokey Mountains, the couple now resides in Corinth where Kayce is a clinical coordinator and Brandon is a agricultural teacher at Alcorn Central High School.

The bride’s advise to future brides: “Make this day about what you and the groom want. Always smile and don’t sweat the little things. There will be something go wrong and something you will forget, but remember it’s okay and at the end of the day, you are married to the man of your dreams.”

Henry - Gee Hailey Jade Henry and Franklin Tyler Gee were united in marriage on June 14, 2014, at The Franklin Courtyard in Corinth. Bro. David Paseur officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Kossuth and Northeast Mississippi Community College, is the daughter of Joseph and Shelia Henry. She is the granddaughter of Shirlene King and the late Preston King and the late Ancel and Dorothy Henry.

The groom, a graduate of McNairy High School, is the son of Frankie and Wondra Gee. He is the grandson of Travis Moore and Mary Jo Ellis, Max Gee and the late Beatrice Gee. Attending the bride as Matron of Honor was Heather Sharp. Bridesmaids were Krissy Johnson, Brittney Hargett, Denise Chase, Lani Coats, Kayla Hart, Amy Gee and Amy Gee. Flower girls were Lillian Coats and Aleah Gee. Attending the groom as Best Man was Matthew Gee. Groomsmen were Cain Hutcherson, Lee Westmoreland, Adam Mitchell, Brian Davis, Wes King and Robert Sharp. Trenton Sharp served as the ring bearer.

The reception was also held at The Franklin Courtyard.

The cake was designed by Angie Harris. Pam Wheeler created the floral arrangements. Huffoto captured the memories and The Rib Shack served as the caterers.

Following the honeymoon to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla., the couple now resides in Bethel Springs, Tenn., where Hailey is a registered nurse and Franklin is a professional firefighter for Jackson, Tenn.

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Horn - Jones

Lacie Horn and Christopher Andrew Jones were united in marriage on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014, at First Baptist Church in Boyle. The ceremony was officiated by Bro. Clarence Edwards.

The bride, a graduate of Cleveland High School, Delta State University and the University of Central Arkansas, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Horn and Ms. Mindy Junkin, all of Cleveland. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Mary Jane Horn and the late Mr. Charles Horn of Boyle, and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Sanders of Cleveland.

The groom, a graduate of Kossuth High School and Delta State University, is the son of Mr. Chris Jones of Corinth and Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Johnson of Johns Creek, Ga. He is the grandson of Mrs. Edith Jones and the late James Buford Jones of Corinth, and Mrs. Faye Phillips and the late Mr. Marlon Phillips of Corinth.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Ashley McKnight. Bridesmaids were Lauren Smith, Mallorie Horton, Hayley Horn, Brittany Jones and Lauren Johnson.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Chris Jones. Groomsmen were Joey Spencer, Frankie Page, Jacob Sesma, Ryan Hewitt, Clint Farrar, Tayler Junkin and Peyton Horn.

The reception was held at Grover’s Corner in Cleveland.

The cake was prepared by Alice Chow. Allium created the floral arrangements. Christina’s Exquisite Edibles prepared the food. Alan Lamastus of Lamastus Photography captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, the couple now resides in Olive Branch where Lacie is employed as a speech-language pathologist and Christopher is a commercial HVAC/building automation technician.

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James - Hargett Brittney Leeann James and Mark Brandon Hargett were united in marriage at 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2014, at J.P. Coleman State Park. Bro. Excail Burleson officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Northeast Mississippi Community College, is the daughter of Billy and Martha James. She is the granddaughter of Marvin and Lela James, and the late Homer and Raye Wheeler.

The groom, a graduate of Northeast Mississippi Community College, is the son of Terry and Kim Phillips, and Mark Hargett. He is the grandson of Maxiene Jobe, Judy Pannell, the late Wicki Pannell, Virginia Grissom and the late Bill Hargett.

Attending the bride as maid of honor was Beverly McNair of Biggersville. Bridesmaids were Hailey Gee of Bethel Springs, Tenn, Denise Chase of Corinth, Ashley Bryant of Kossuth and Jenny Carter of Kossuth.

Attending the groom as best man was Will Phillips of Corinth.

Groomsmen were Shayne Fowler of Eastview, Tenn., Brandon Ricketts of Corinth, Wesley Jones of Burnsville and Jason James of Kossuth.

Madelyn Wheeler was the flower girl. Mason Boggs served as the ring bearer. Truitt and Easton James held a “Here comes the bride” sign and a sign saying, “And they lived happily ever after”. Taylor Glidewell did the guest book and served as the program attendant.

The reception was also held at J.P. Coleman State Park.

Karen’s Cake Shoppe prepared the cake. Photographer Margaret Bradley captured the memories. Bridal portraits were taken by Suzanne Walden. Crossroads Ribshack was the caterer. Sweet Blossoms at the Warehouse created the floral arrangements.

Following the honeymoon in the Virgin Islands, the couple now resides in Kossuth where Brittney is employed as a Registered Nurse at North Mississippi Regional Center and Mark is a Registered Nurse at Magnolia Regional Health Center and Baptist in Collierville, Tenn.

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Jamieson - Edwards Emily Carol Jamieson and Cody Garth Edwards were united in marriage on the afternoon of Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014, at 2 p.m. at the historic Fillmore Street Chapel in Corinth. Pastor Larry H. Murphy, the bride’s grandfather, officiated the ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Carol Murphy Jamieson of Kossuth and Carl Jamieson of Walnut. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Larry H. Murphy of Kossuth and Mrs. Lula Mae Jamieson and the late Travis Jamieson of Chalybeate.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Edwards of Moore, Okla. He is the grandson of Mr. Alan Lackey and the late Shirley Lackey of Campbellville, Ky., and also the grandson of Naomi Edwards of Gave, Ky. The wedding celebration began with a burlap and lace tea hosted by the bride’s aunt, Methel Sexton, and cousin, Natalie Sexton Scogin, at Kossuth Worship Center. The festivities continued with a surprised bridesmaids’ “Southern Classic Girls Only Evening” at the Vanderosa Barn located in the heart of the Amish community in Stantonville, Tenn. A rehearsal dinner was hosted on the eve of the wedding by the groom’s parents at the Dinner Bell in Corinth.

Music for the wedding performed on the baby grand piano by one of the bride’s dearest friends, Macy Gaar, set the stage of the “Gift of the Hands” ceremony, the highlight of their vows. — “These are the hands that will countless times wipe the tears from your eyes, tears of sorrow and tears of joy.” “These are the hands that will work to build your future, as you laugh and cry, as you share your innermost secrets and dreams.”

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father down the lantern-lighted aisle, the bride wore an elegant antique white A line lace Casablanca gown, embellished with pearls and jewels. Her bouquet, wrapped in white lace, was adorned with her Grandmother Murphy’s heirloom brooch. Her flowers, a bouquet of ivory and pink roses, joined with Gerber daisies of various colors of pink and babies breathe, were provided by Designs by Pam. Attending the bride were childhood friends Selena Thomas as Matron of Honor of Corinth and Molly Duncan as Maid of Honor of Kossuth. Bridesmaids were Marcey Sykes of Iuka, Bailey Durham of Jumpertown, Kristen Lambert of Booneville, and Junior Bridesmaid Stephanie Dorris of Lexington, Tenn. Friend of the bride Whitney Barnes directed the wedding.

The groom’s Best Man was Zake Pickle of Middleton, Tenn.

The Groomsmen included Jonathan Jamieson, brother of the bride, and Cory Hall of Tupelo, Caleb Null of Walnut, and Jeremy Edwards, brother of the groom.

The elegant classic Victorian theme was continued at the reception area where the tables were furnished with a collection of silver trays, English teapots and collectible glassware belonging to the bride’s mother. Eight patterns of china serving as chargers with lace doilies, along with the white chair covers tied with deep pink bows were provided by a friend of the bride.

The wedding cake was presented atop an early 1900 mahogany Victorian dresser alongside two large crystal prism lamps that illuminated the three-tiered white laced rose cake and was served from a mahogany Victorian table. Sharon Vanderford, owner of Vanderosa Barn in Stantionville, Tenn., coordinated the reception. The photography was provided by Brian Huff of Huffoto Photography.

They honeymooned in Florence on the bluffs. The happy couple will reside in Norman, Okla., upon the bride’s completion of nursing school.

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King - Hardin Olivia Lauren King and Andrew James Hardin were united in marriage on Dec. 27, 2014, at Holly Baptist Church in Corinth. Bro. John Boler officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a 2010 graduate of McNairy Central High School, is the daughter of Aubrey and Melanie King of Selmer, Tenn. She is the granddaughter of Frank and Pat Prather of Selmer, Tenn.; the late Brenda Bryd; Lucy King of Hornsby, Tenn.; and the late Wayne King. Oliva holds an associate’s degree in nursing from Northeast Mississippi Community College and a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Southern New Hampshire University.

The groom, a 2005 Kossuth High School graduate, is the son of Lorriane Savage of Corinth and Rodney Hardin of Corinth. He is the grandson of James and Dixie Hardin of Corinth and the late Paul and Minnie Viola Savage. Andrew is a certified Harley Davidson technician through the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Kelsey Redmon. Bridesmaids were Mallory Holt, Megan Brock, Victoria Bradley and Morgan Fisher. Hannah King was the flower girl.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Chris Bush.

Groomsmen were Jesse Curtis, Caly Settlemires, Jacob Forsythe and John Waldon.

The reception was also held at Holly Baptist Church in Corinth.

The cake was prepared by Imagination Cakery in Middleton, Tenn., and Marlene Cabanaw served as the caterer. Belinda Webb at Ann’s created the floral arrangements. Photographers Bryan and Jessica Huff of Huffoto captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon to Branson, Mo., the couple now resides in Michie, Tenn., where Olivia is a registered nurse at Magnolia Regional Health Center and Andrew does barge engine disassembly at Caterpillar in Corinth.

The bride’s advice for future brides: “Don’t stress over the little things. We moved our wedding date up to two months away and I went with my first picks on everything and it turned out perfect without the stress. Also, I highly recommend Huffoto. Bryan and Jessica are great to work with, very flexible, and the pictures turn out great.”

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Kyle - Richardson Kayla Kyle and Jeff Richardson were united in marriage on Saturday, March, 8, 2014, at Crazy K Ranch. The ceremony was officiated by Richie Lockhart.

The bride, a Kossuth High School graduate, is the daughter of Russel and Connie Kyle. She is the granddaughter of Maxine Kyle and the late Lane Kyle and Geneive Jones and the late Frank Jones.

The groom, a Pine Grove High School graduate, is the son of Harry and Lana Richardson. He is the grandson of the late Lavaughn and Eula Davis and the late Jeff and Sarah Richardson.

Attending the bride as Matron of Honor was Lydia Mitchell.

Bridesmaids were Lydia Meeks, Courtney Glidewell, Jenna Dixon, Jessica Rinehart, Clara Davis and Jami Mitchell. Eli Little served as the ring bearer. Flower girls were Caliann Mitchell and Madison Mitchell.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Harry Richardson.

Groomsmen were Darrel Tatum, Scott Mincey and Kyle Hoton.

The reception also took place at Crazy K. The cake was prepared by Sarah Lockhart of Sarah’s Sweets.

Pam Lewis of Pam’s Design Dept. created the floral arrangements.

Bryan Huff of Huffoto captured the photography. Jackie Jumper’s Corinth Event Rentals and Catering prepared the food. Mink Brothers served as the band.

After the honeymoon in Gatlinburg, Tenn., and Ashville, N.C., the couple now resides in Ripley where Kayla is employed with Timber Hills and Jeff is employed with MDOT.

Lee - Miller

Christina Marie Lee and Christopher Kyle Miller were united in marriage on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014 at Crossroads Baptist Church. Bro. Warren Jones officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Maury High School, is the daughter of Ricky and Robin Hollander, and James Lee. She is the granddaughter of the late Patricia Morris, Mary and the late Robert Lee and yhe late Thomas and Christeen Hollander.

The groom, a graduate of Heritage Academy Homeschool, is the son of James and Diane Miller. He is the grandson of Marvin and the late Shirley Butler, and the late Rex and Ruth Miller.

Attending the bride as bridesmaids were Lance Vorhees, Cheyenne Kitchens, Kelsey Polk and Embree Luker.

Attending the groom as groomsmen were Mark Elkins, Kyler Polk and Karsyn Polk.

The reception was also held at Crossroads Baptist Church.

The couple had a whimsical two-layer cake, featuring a bride and groom whose chevy truck had gotten stuck in the mud, causing them to walk up barefoot and leave footprints up the cake. Darlene Nuss served as the caterer. Floral arrangements were created by Nikki Polk. Sharon Hollander served as the photographer.

Following the honeymoon at Joe Wheeler State Park, the couple now resides with their children Sully and Aubrey in Florence, Ala. where Christina is a CNP with Sheffield City Schools and Christopher works for MidSouth Paving.

The bride’s advice to future brides: “Don’t sweat the small stuff. All that matters is that your best friend is waiting at the alter.”

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Maness - Dendy Laura Beth Maness and Cody Wayne Dendy were united in marriage on Sept. 27, 2014, at Vanderosa Barn in Stantonville, Tenn. Bro. Ranady Carroll will officiate.

The bride, a graduate of Jackson Sate with an EKG Technician degree, is the daughter of Billy Maness and Michele Brewer. She is the granddaughter of Bill and Mary Maness, Darin and Frances Rainey, Marie Fields and Danny and Donna McCombs.

The groom is the son of Scott and Jennifer Dendy. He is the grandson of Glenda and the late Gene Steely, Bo and Sherry Dendy and the late Joyce Dendy.

Attending the bride as bridesmaids were Chelsea Dendy, Hannah Christenson, Magen Fullwood and Autumn Smith. Rylee Maness was the miniature bride. Hannah Steely was the flower girl.

Attending the groom as groomsmen were Eddie Steely, Tylon Maness, Briar Rainey and Jonathan Pirtle. Tuff Dendy was the ring bearer.

The reception was held outside Vanderosa Barn.

The cake, decorated with white roses and burlap ribbon, was prepared by Bittney Kelley of Savannah, Tenn.

The couples family served as the caterers. Photographer Teisha Nicols captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon in the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg, the couple now resides in Stantonville, Tenn. where Cody is employed with the Tennessee Department of Transportation.

The bride’s advice for future brides: “Slow down, enjoy the moment and don’t worry about the small stuff.”

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McGraw - Green Erin Michelle McGraw and Walter Gilmore Green Jr. were united in marriage on March 1, 2014 at First Baptist Church of Yazoo City. The ceremony was officiated by the Rev. David Bryant.

The bride, a graduate of Mississippi College and Mississippi University of Women, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Frederick McGraw. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Norman Neil Fountain and the late Mr. Norman Neil Fountain and the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Patrick McGraw.

The groom, a graduate of Mississippi State University, is the son of Mrs. Sherra Northcutt Green and the late Mr. Walter Gillmore Green. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Hillie Green and the late Mr. and Mrs. James William Northcutt.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor were Corley Rone McBraw and Mary Sibley McGraw. Bridesmaids were Genny Green Ginn, Elysia Helton Jackson, Kelleigh Elizabeth McLead, Laura Beth Phillips, Marianna Campbell Riley and Megan Egbert Slade. The flower girl was Hazel Reid Ginn. The ring bearer was Miller Minton Ginn.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Dustin Ray Hinds. Groomsmen were William Nathaniel Alexander, Zachary Tate Byrd, Jesse Glennan Grady, Adam Reid Holcombe, Corey McGee Kemp, Norman Neil McGraw and Brandon Keith Whitley.

The reception was held at The Manchester. The cake was prepared

by Jan’s Cake Place. Drake’s Designs prepared the floral decorations.

Photography was captured by Patrick Remington Photography. Food was catered by Ladies of Quiet Shades.

Following the honeymoon in Castries, Saint Lucia, the couple now resides in Byram where Erin is a nurse practitioner and Walter is a veterinarian.

The bride’s advise to future brides: “Let go of the idea of perfection. Decide what the most important things about your special day are to you, and make your mind up that those are the only things that must occur for your day to be “perfect.” For example, the presence of your groom, your family and your friends equals perfection. Everything else wonderful that comes together is just lagniappe.”

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Meeks - Pinkston

Courtney Layne Meeks and Jonathan Andrew Pinkston were united in marriage on February 8, 2014 at Oakland Baptist Church. The ceremony was officiated by Dr. Randy Bostick.

The bride, a graduate of Biggersville High School, an undergraduate at Mississippi State University and a graduate of the University of Memphis, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Danny Meeks of Corinth. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Deward Meeks of Corinth and the late Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Bragg of Rienzi.

The groom, a graduate of Alcorn Central High School and Union University, he is the son of the Rev. and Mrs. Jim Pinkston of Corinth. He is the grandson of the late Howard Pinkston and Cassie Pinkston of West Union, Illinois and the Rev. and Mrs, Johnny Walker of Corinth.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Christie Page. Bridesmaids were Kristen Harmon, Amanda Reeves, Lauren McKee, Kayla Farris and Jennifer Terrell.

The flower girl was Olivia Page.

Attending the groom as Best Men was Jim Pinkston and Jordan Pinkston. Groomsmen were Andrew Perry, Ben Otten, Will Page and Reid Bostick.

The reception was held at Oakland Baptist Church.

The cake was prepared by Carla Beard. Sidney Nicholson and Sidney’s Southern Traditions prepared the floral decorations. Photography was captured by Tee Rage Photography. Food was catered by John Mabry.

Following the honeymoon on a Caribbean Cruise, the couple now resides in Henando where Courtney is a public relations specialist at Cocoabeens Communications in Memphis and Jonathan is an operations manager at Pharm-Care in Southaven.

The bride’s advise to future brides: “Trust your instincts and listen to your mother. If you follow this advise, you’ll stay cool, calm and collected as you plan your wedding day.”

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Moore - Bright Linda Leigh Moore and Michael Jay Bright were united in marriage at 6 p.m. on Aug. 2, 2014, at the Historic Corinth Coliseum Civic Center. Bro. Ted Avant and Mr. Tom Marino officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Corinth High School, is the daughter of Mr. Jerry Moore and the late Linda Lannom Moore. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Macon Moore and the late Mr. and Mrs. Guy Lannom.

The groom, a graduate of Alcorn Central High School and the University of Mississippi, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bright. He is the grandson of Ms. Eva Bright and the late Harold Bright and Ms. Christine Forsyth and the late J.L. Forsyth.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Michelle Bright of Oxford.

Bridesmaids were Brittanie Howard of Corinth and Paige Little of Corinth, Erica Bush of Saltillo and Bobbie Jo Bright of Corinth. Honorary matrons of honor were sisters of the bride Layne Moore Popernik, Lindsey Moore McClain and Leslie Moore Wolf.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Robert Bright. Groomsmen were Bengee Bright of Corinth, Chris Bobo of Corinth, Matt Wallace of Jackson and Brandon Forsyth of Guys, Tenn.

The reception was held in The Franklin Courtyard.

The cake was prepared by Janie Vanderford and Audrey Smith served as the caterer. Pam Lewis created the floral arrangements and photographer Dez Newcomb captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon to Gulf Shores, Ala., the couple now resides in Corinth where Linda is currently attending the University of Mississippi and Michael is a firefighter/EMT with the Corinth Fire Department.

Morelock - Mercer Kayla Ruth Morelock and William Scott Mercer were united in marriage on the evening of Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at Hatchie Chapel Church. The ceremony was officiated by The Rev. Mike Brown.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Morelock of Rienz. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Morelock of Rienzi, and Mr. and Mrs. James Sims of Corinth.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Mercer. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Albert Mercer and Mrs. Mildred Roseberry and the late Mr. Bill Roseberry, all of Walnut.

Nuptial music for the ceremony was provided by Mrs. Nancy Harvell and Mrs. Leah Clement. Mrs. Abby Settlemires served as the wedding director.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a stunning fit and flair lace gown. The sculpted neckline featured scalloped cap sleeves and a keyhole back with buttons and Swarovski crystals down the length of the train. The empire waist was accented with a beaded embellished applique of Swarovski crystals. The bride carried a lace edged handkerchief that belonged to her maternal great grandmother with her bouquet of white lilies and roses.

Attending the bride as Matron of Honor was Mrs. Amber Rolison Morelock and Maid of Honor was Miss Marci Kay Frazier. Bridesmaids were Miss Callie Elizabeth Estes and Mrs. Katie Conely Clark. The flower girls were Miss Lilly Kate Morelock, Miss Molly Grace Morelock, and Miss Kandis Minor.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Mr. Donnie Jones. Groomsmen were Mr. Johnson Benjamin, Mr. Caleb Null, and Mr. Dillon Clark. The ring bearer was Master Caden Mercer. In honor of the groom’s late grandfather, his Bible was carried as ring bearer pillow. Ushers were Mr. Ethan Estes, Mr. Jordan Mercer, and Mr. Austin Thorton.

The reception was held immediately following the ceremony in the church fellowship hall hosted by the bride’s parents and catered by Sherri Smith. The bride’s cake was a five-tiered ivory and white cake with unique handcrafted details on each layer and a large bow on top, made by Carla Beard. The groom had an assortment of cakes.

Pam Lewis prepared the floral decorations for the ceremony and reception. The live ten-foot trees in the sanctuary were from Pine Mountain Tree Farm. Photography was provided by Amanda Puckett of AYP Photography.

The couple now resides in Rienzi.

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Owen - Wilbanks

Sarah Katherine Owen and Mark Lloyd Wilbanks were united in marriage on June 21, 2014, in the historic Church of the Holy Trinity in Vicksburg. The Rev. Beth Palmer officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of a graduate of Mississippi State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in education, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John O’Hara Owen of Vicksburg. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. James L. Waring of Vicksburg and the late Mr. James L. Waring, the late Mr. Pat Owen of Utica, and the late Mr. and Mrs. William Raworth of Vicksburg.

The groom, a graduate of Mississippi State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Dwight Willbanks of Corinth. He is the grandson of the late Dorothy Marlar of Corinth and the late Mr. Lex Marlar of Corinth, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Horace Wilbanks of Walnut.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was her long-time friend Francis Virginia Gage of Atlanta. Long-time friend Candice McMinn Wilkins of Henderson, Tenn. and sorority sister Lindsey Melton Maxcy of Nashville, Tenn. served as the Matrons of Honor. Bridesmaids were the cousin of the bride, Angela Ethridge Alday of Portland, Ore.; life-long friend of the bride, Anna Rogers Dickerson of Southhaven; cousin of the bride, Millie Waring Gannon of Birmingham, Ala.; sorority sister of the bride, Sarah Hrbac McClellan of Brandon; cousins of the bride, Amy Ethridge McNeal of Meridian and Ashley Elizabeth Waring of Birmingham, Ala. Attending the groom as Best Man was the father of the groom, Clinton Dwight Wilbanks of Corinth and brother of the groom, Matthew Clint Wilbanks. Groomsmen were friends of the groom, Patrick Bruix Brumley of Tupelo; Benson Chase Draper of Pelham, Ala.; Stewart Sanders Etter of Tazewell, Vir.; Thomas Jefferson Hurst of Philadelphia, Penn.; Sean Lee Shaalon of Corinth; Justin Cole Smith of Corinth; and James Matthew Wilkins of Hndersonville, Tenn.

The reception was held at Southern Cultural Heritage Center in Vicksburg.

The bride’s cake was an elegant 4-tier, 3-layer vision of vanilla and strawberry with buttercream frosting prepared by Marianna Artz Vicksburg. The groom’s cake was a two-tier MSU themed yellow cake with chocolate frosting and Reece’s Peanut Butter Cup trim. Jay Parmegiani of Vicksburg served as the caterer. The floral arrangements were designed by The Ivy Place of Vicksburg. Michael Strong Photography captured the memories. Program attendants were cousins of the bride, Calie Sanders Waring of Jackson and Katherine Waring of Florence, S.C. Following the honeymoon in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, the couple now resides in Pelham, Ala. where Sarah is a 4th-grade teacher at St. Barnabas Catholic School in Birmigham, Ala. and Mark is an Annual Service Contract Coordinator at Innovative Combustion Technology in Birmingham, Ala. The bride’s advice to future brides: “Hire a wedding planner, especially for the wedding day. We hired Kendall Poole Event Planning of Jackson. They were an amazing help on the day of our wedding.”

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Pace - Cagle

Courtney Pace and Justin Cagle were united in marriage on Sept. 20, 2014, at The Vanderosa Barn in Stantonville, Tenn. Bro. Mike Reeves officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Mississippi State University, is the daughter of Bobby and Dorothy Pace. She is the granddaughter of Harold and Judith Pace, and the late James and Shirley Plaxico. Courtney holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Child Care Development.

The groom, a graduate of Mississippi State University, is the son of Larry and Taffie Cagle. He is the grandson of Lora Cagle and the late L.C. Cagle Jr., and Howard and Reba Staggs. Justin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Agronomy.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Erika Robertson. Bridesmaids were Cammie Tedford, Taylor Meredith, Shelly Edmonson and Gracie Pace. Flower girls were Cailyn Pace and Kinsley Pace. Brileigh Pace and Gavin McPeak were the miniature bride and groom. Jacey McPeak carried a sign which read, “Here Comes the Bride”. Ushers were Daniel Pace and Sean Ford. Brandi Pannell was the register table attendant.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Larry Cagle. Groomsmen were Sam Kesler, Jordan Cole, Austin Martin, Chris Pace and Brad Manley. Connor Moore was the ring bearer.

The reception was held at sunset outside the Vanderosa Barn.

The bride’s cake was designed by Jemma Walden who also served as the wedding director and decorator. “Q” Photos, owned by Queenie Christian and Rhondy Rogers, captured the memories.

Following the wedding, the couple now resides in their home in Marietta where Courtney is a teacher at Mississippi Action for Progress in Booneville and Justin manages the Cagle Sod Farm in Wheeler.

The bride’s advice to future brides: “Live life to the fullest and keep him happy with good cooking and love.”

Parks - Hammond

Michelle Parks and Nicholas (Nick) Hammond were united in marriage on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014 at J.P. Coleman State Park. Bro. Charles Stephenson officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Alcorn Central High School, is the daughter of Lisa and Larry Parks. She is the granddaughter of S.P. and Shirley Desmond, Karen and Dennis Parks, and Betty Downs.

The groom, a graduate of Kossuth High School is the son of Rhonda Hammond. He is the grandson of Gerald and Jane Hammond.

Attending the bride as bridesmaids was her friend, Kelley Ballard; her sister, Rebecca Parks; and her daughter, Felisha Parks.

Attending the groom was his grandfather, Gerald Hammond.

The reception was also held at J.P. Coleman State Park.

The cake was prepared by Tammy Hardin. Dawn and Kevin Carter and Harper Road Cafe served as the caterers.

The floral arrangements were created by Pam Lewis. Photographer Tila Knight captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon in the Smokey Mountains, the couple now resides in Corinth where Michelle is employed at Renasant Bank and Nick is currently serving in the military.

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Reed - McNair

Beverly Reed and Chip McNair were united in marriage on Sept.

20, 2014, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy McNair. The Rev. Raybon Richardson officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Kossuth High School and Blue Mountain college, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Len Reed. She is the granddaughter of Mr. Joe Reed and Carolyn Reed and Mrs. Minnie Turner.

The groom, a graduate of Biggersville High School and Northeast Mississippi Community College, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul McNair. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy McNair and The Rev. and Mrs. Raybon Richardson.

Attending the bride as bridesmaids were Lindsie Faulkner, Brittney Hargett, Leslie Stansel, Brittany Garvin and Anna Mayo.

Attending the groom as groomsmen were Jamison Allen, Clint McNair, Cody McGee, Brady Smith and Adam Howell.

The reception was also held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy McNair.

The cake was prepared by Angie Harris. Sweet Blossoms in Burnsville created the floral arrangements. Taylor’s Escape in Corinth served as the caterer, and photographer Sabrina Bordenkircher of Corinth captured the memories.

Following a honeymoon to the Great Smoky Mountains, the couple now resides in Biggersville where Beverly is a teacher at Rienzi Elemenatry School and Chip is employed with Corinth Gas and Water.

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Rolison - Swindle

Katie Elizabeth Rolison and Cody Ryan Swindle were united in marriage on July 18, 2014, at the Heartwood Hall. The ceremony was officiated by Dr. Kara Blarkard.

The bride is the daughter of Paul and Sherry Rolison.

She is the granddaughter of Helen Crabb and the late James Crabb and the late S.D. and Letha Rolison. The groom, who received a doctorate of pharmacy at The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, is the son of Rodney and Carolyn Swindle. He is the grandson of Ginger Swindle and the late Charles Swindle and the late W.L. and Nancy Hopper and Peggy Swindle.

Attending the bride as Matron of Honor was Amber Morelock.

Bridesmaids were Lauren Swindle, Hailey Hodum and Sarah Bobo.

Flower girls were Lilly Kate and Molly Grace Morelock and Ella Swindle. Attending the groom as Best Man was Derek Swindle. Groomsmen were Patrick Hinton, Andy Downs and Tyler Box. The ring bearer was Preston Swindle.

The reception was held at Heartwood Hall. The cake was prepared by Frost Bake Shop in Memphis. Pam Lewis prepared the floral decorations. Photography was captured by Rob Lyons of Memphis. Heartwood Hall catered the food.

Following the honeymoon in Sandals Grande St. Lucia, the couple now resides in Corinth where Cody is a pharmacist at Medical Plaza Pharmacy. Katie is a

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The bride’s advise to future brides: “Hire a wedding planner if feasible. Plan adhead, don’t worry over the small things and enjoy every moment. Don’t get sidetracked by bridal magazines and expectations. Hire a good photographer and videographer because you miss so much. Make sure your wedding is one that you would want to attend.”

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Rhodes - Murphy Ashley Marie Rhodes and Joseph Kyle Murphy were united in marriage on Oct. 11, 2014, at Serendipity in Guntown. Bro. Ray Hall officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Northeast Mississippi Community College and an attendee of Mississippi State University, is the daughter of Larry and Marie Rhodes.

She is the granddaughter of the late Leonard and Alma Lauderdale of Rienzi and the late Sidney and Jewel Rhodes of Booneville.

The groom, a graduate of Northeast Mississippi community College and Mississippi State University, is the son of Lonnie and Amanda Murphy. He is the grandson of the late Bill and Evelyn Strange of Wheeler and the late Brodie and Polly Murphy of Booneville.

Attending the bride as bridesmaids were Alicia Shields, Allison Worley, Amy Jo young and Misty Rowsey.

Attending the groom as groomsmen were Tanner Murphy, Trey Murphy, Jason Cristo and Brad Roberts.

The reception was also held at Serendipity in Guntown.

Hope Nelson of Serendipity prepared the cake and served as the caterer. Corner Gifts and Florists of Booneville created the floral arrangements. Photographer Dennis Worley captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon to Pigeon Forge, Tenn., the couple now resides in Wheeler. She is a secretary at Daniel Tucker Law Firm and the co-owner of Tip-Toe Dance Studio in Booneville and he is an ag teacher at Prentiss County Vo-Tech.

The bride’s advice for future brides: “My wedding day was simple and small; therefore, I had a great time before, during and after my wedding. I was very relaxed and had a wonderful wedding, reception and honeymoon. I wouldn’t have changed one thing.”

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Roberts - Tidwell

Kaitlyn Elise Roberts and Jonathan William Tidwell were united in marriage on May 24, 2014, at First Baptist Church in Corinth. The ceremony was officiated by The Rev. Dennis Smith.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Gene Roberts of Corinth. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Marjorie Laughter Williams, the late Mr. Drew Russell Williams of Hernando and the late Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Roberts of Corinth.

The groom is the son of Mrs. Cheryl Morin Tidwell, and the late Mr. William Melvin Tidwell of Booneville. He is the grandson of Mrs. Betty Jo Morin, the late Dr. Gerard Lucian Morin of Lewiston, Maine, the late Mr. Tully Wade Tidwell, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Joe Carroll Irwin of Ripley.

Mr. Michael James Rude, of Hattiesburg, greeted family and friends. The Innocenti Strings of Memphis played classical music selections chosen by the bride and groom as the guests were seated.

Mrs. Ginger Smith Stockton, the bride’s childhood piano teacher and family friend, was the pianist and Mr. Zachary Ben Tomlinson was the organist. Mrs. Gay Roberts Godard, of Fairhope, Ala., aunt of the bride, sang “The Gift of Love.” Miss Hannah Demaris Feeney of Michie, Tenn. sang “ Jesus Loves Me.” Attending the bride as maid of honor was her sister, Lauren Elizabeth Roberts, of Ridgeland. Blanton Virginia Reckley of Suffolk, Virginia, cousin of the bride was the matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Lauren Atkins Adams of Greenwood, Catherine Maxwell Cartwright of Denver, Colorado, Anne Grace Kennon of Omaha, Nebraska, Jessica Lynne Mahaffey and Holly Morgan Murphy of Hattiesburg, Kristina Williams Maharrey of Jackson, and Meredith McCormick Pittman of Memphis..

Honorary bridesmaid was Emmie Strain Daugherty of Greenwood.

Benjamin Morin Tidwell of Oxford, brother of the groom, and father of the bride, Gregory Gene Roberts served as best men.

Groomsmen were Clayton Davies Carroll of Houston, Texas, Christopher Kyle Clardy of Corinth, Wesley Denning Hall of Brandon, Donald O. Huemann, III of Jackson, Wyoming, Robert Houston Perry of Starkville, Henry Parker Smith of Jackson, Mark Allen Welty of Lake Village, Ark., and John Moyers White, Jr., of Nashville, Tenn. Ushers were William Brooks Clower, III, of Jackson, Scott Matthew McDaniel of Olive Branch, and Holland Coleman Yeates of Corinth.

The flower girls were Miss Hannah Demaris Feeney and Miss Clara Grace Feeney of Michie, Tenn. and Miss Kristin Grace McDonald, of Bethel Springs, Tenn. The ring bearer was Master Jackson Guy Taylor of Booneville.

Program attendants were Leslie Beck Hambrick of Ridgeland and Anna Louise King of Destin, Fla. A reception was held at Pickwick Landing State Park Inn. Chef’s Market served as caterer, Scott Burton of Oxford was the photographer and Cory Lewis of Cakes by Cory designed the wedding cake.

Following the honeymoon to Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, the couple now resides in Memphis.

The bride’s advice to future brides: “Before you begin picking color schemes or dresses, decide what you want to remember about your wedding. Pick your theme and venue first. Don’t stress over anything on your Big Day. It will be beautiful. Enjoy every second.”

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Shanklin - Rosenbaum

Kelsey Rebecca Shanklin and Cornelius Louis Rosenbaum, IV were united in marriage at six o’clock in the evening on Aug. 23, 2014, at First Presbyterian Church in Corinth. The ceremony was officiated by Dr. Don Elliot.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Shanklin of Corinth. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Shanklin of New Smyrna Beach, Fla. and the late Mr. and Mrs. James Newcomb.

Parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Rosenbaum, III of Clinton. He is the grandson of Mrs. Barbara Magoun of Clinton, the alte Pete Magoun, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Neil Rosenbaum, II. Ceremony music was provided by Mrs. Ginger Stockton, pianist; Mr. Amos McFall, guitarist; and Mrs. Becky Weaver, violinist. Elizabeth Mitchell, Macy Moore, and Molly Jane Moore served as program attendants.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a bllgown designed by Allure Bridal. The gown featured a luxurious Mikado and the bodice was embellished with intricate embroidery and Swarovski crystals. The train of the gown was detailed with satin covered buttons and Swarovski crystals cascading down the length of it. Kelsey’s single-layer veil edged with crystals complimented th elegance of her dress.

The bride carried a bouquet of shades of blue and white roses, hydrangeas, iris, freesia, ranunculus, and snapdragons wrapped with lace from her mother’s wedding dress.

Attending the bride as Matron of Honor was her sister, Mackenzie Shanklin Cousino. Bridesmaids were Becca Bernheim, Katherine Johnson, Kara Parker Reedy, Tatum Rosenbaum, Alex Ruhl and Brooke Schasteen. The attendants wore cornflower blue gowns and carried white bouquets of roses, lilies, and hydrangeas. Molly Barlow served as the bride’s proxy.

The groom’s Best Man was Conner Smith. Groomsmen were Chance Dye, Divya Doshi, Josh Hancock, Michael Harper and Matt Smith. Ushers for the ceremony were David Cousino, Shane Ables and Kyle O’Daniel.

Following the ceremony, the wedding party and guests rode the Crossroads Trolley to the reception at The Franklin Coutyard, which was hosted by the bride’s parents. Guests dined on Southern Cuisine by Classic Catering and danced to the music of the Flashbacks of Athens, Ala. As the evening came to a close, the bride and groom left the reception under the light of sparklers.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom’s parents entertained the wedding party, family and out-of-town guests with dinner at Smith. Entertainment was provided by the band, Fides of Clinton.

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by Mrs. Dawn Laster and Mrs. Traci Johnson was the wedding coordinator.

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by Jennie Andrews of Knoxville, Tenn. and videographers were Will and Renee Reedy of Columbus.

Following a honeymoon to Seaside, Fla., the couple is at home in New Orleans, La.

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Shumaker - Wallace

Jill Lauren Shumaker and Justin Eric Wallace were united in marriage on December 20, 2014 at the Fillmore Street Chapel in Corinth. The ceremony was officiated by minster Marty Martin of Bald Knob, Ark. The bride, a 2002 graduate of Alcorn Central High School, a 2005 Associate of Arts graduate of Northeast Mississippi Community College, a 2007 Bachelor of Music Education graduate of Mississippi State University and a 2012 Master of Music Education from the University of Southern Mississippi, is the daughter of Judy and Larry Hogland of Corinth and Bubby and Jennifer Shumaker of Corinth. She is the granddaughter of James Yates and the late Sarah Yates of Glen and the late Pete and Helen Shumaker of Kosciusko.

The groom, a 2002 graduate of Bald Knob High School and a 2006 Bachelor of Music Education and a 2008 Master of Music Education graduate of The University of Mississippi, is the son of Tanya Mullen of Bald Knob, Ark., and Rick and Vickie Wallace of Bald Knob, Ark. He is the grandson of Kenneth Martin and the late Audrey Martin of Bald Knob, Ark., and the late Odell and Alice Wallace of Bald Knob, Ark. Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Kathy Abels of Madison. Bridesmaids were Christina Hamilton of Jackson, Tenn., Juliana Shumaker of Corinth, Tara Tavares of Kosciusko and Cindy Waguespack of Lawton, Okla. Flower girl was Mia Shumaker of Selmer, Tenn., and sign bearer was Addyson Brady of Corinth.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Lane Thompson of Greenwood. Groomsmen were Lee Ferguson of Brandon, Casey Gerber of Oklahoma City, Okla., Andrew Pryor of Meridian and Benji Wilson of Bentonville, Ark. The ring bearer was Mac Shumaker of Selmer, Tenn. Jon Shumaker and Kurt Shumaker served as ushers.

The reception was held at Shiloh Ridge Athletic Club in Corinth.

The cake was prepared by Creative Cakes of Tupelo. Bankhead Flower Ship of New Albany prepared the floral decorations. Photography was captured by Rebecca Long Photography of Birmington, Ala. The Chop House at Shiloh Ridge catered the food.

Following the honeymoon in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., the couple now resides in Brandon where Jill is band director at Ridgeland High School and Justin is a band director at Forest High School.

The bride’s advise to future brides: “Enjoy every moment of your special day because it will go by so fast. Ask for a few minutes to eat prior to being announced at the reception. This will give you and your new husband a little time to relax and eat before everything gets crazy.”

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Smith - Grimes

Heather Brooke Smith and Christian Alexander Grimes were united in marriage on April 19, 2014, at Crazy K Ranch. Bro. Warren Jones officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Alcorn Central High School, is the daughter of David Smith and Tonya Hargett. She is the granddaughter of Lowell and Sue Smith and J.B. and Mae Ginn.

The groom, an Alcorn Central High School graduate is the son of Chris and Paula Grimes. He is the grandson of Sue and Bill Hively and Marietta and Curtis Grimes.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Amber Watson. Bridesmaids were Stacy Estes, Amy Crawford and Haley Smith.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Chris Grimes. Groomsmen were Tyler Chambers, Logan Crotts and Bryce Bearden.

The reception was also held at Crazy K Ranch. The cake was prepared and catering were done by Sandi Ricketts. Sonya Kerr prepared the floral arrangements. Photographer Rebecca Jones captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon to Gulf Shores, Ala., the couple now resides in Glen. Heather is a hair stylist at the Glam Squad and Christian is a Corinth firefighter.

The bride’s advice for future brides: “Make sure you have great communication with your husband. Also make sure to have someone make a plate for y’all because we never got to eat our food or even our wedding cake.”

Smith - Starnes Amanda Smith and Daniel Starnes were united in marriage on Sept. 20, 2014, in Corinth. Warren Jones officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a 2002 graduate of Corinth High School and a 2005 graduate of Northeast Mississippi Community College, is the daughter of Lamar and Connie Smith, and Bob and Teri Hoeckelberg.

She is the granddaughter of Margaret Ross.

The groom, a 2006 graduate of Kossuth High School, is the son of David and Grapel Starnes.

Attending the bride as bridesmaids were Nikki Polk, Brittnie Carper, Alicia Smith and Brandi Shipman.

Attending the groom as groomsmen were Jason Knight, Jason Ford, Barry Smith and Paul Mullins.

The reception was also held in Corinth. The cake was prepared by Theresa Huckabee of Kroger.

Nikki Polk of Kroger created the floral arrangements. Studio C Photography’s Matt Brandon captured the memories.

The couple currently resides in Corinth where Amanda is the assistant manager at the Kroger Fuel Center and Daniel is the team leader of salvage and development at Caterpillar.

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Steen - Avalon

Sally Steen and Brad Avalon were united in marriage on Feb. 22, 2014, at the Cathedral of Saint Peter The Apostle Catholic Church in Jackson. Father Brian Kaskie and The Rev. Jim Witherington officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Mississippi State University, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Don Steen.

She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Harry Steen and the late Mr. and Mrs. Spurgeon Boyd.

The groom, a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, is the son of Dr. and Mrs. George Smith-Vaniz and Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Avalon. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jack Anderson, the late Mr. and Mrs. Vance Avalon and the late Mr. and Mrs. Michael Mitchell.

Attending the bride as Matron of Honor was Emily Steen Dampeer. Bridesmaids were Alison Elise Crawford, Sonya Hicks Gholston, Lacey Paige Hall, Ashley Avalon Hemleben, Mindi Shaalan Kern, Darbie Bryant Marchman and Ashley Rae Young.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Tommy Avalon and George Smith-Vaniz. Groomsmen were Richie Baxter, Jason Briceno, Mark Hemleben, Ron Manning, Ryan Sims and Sam Steen.

The reception was held at Jackson Yacht Club in Jackson.

The bride’s cake was prepared by That Special Touch.

Cakes By Iris prepared the groom’s cake. Cleta Ellington and Linda Raff created the floral arrangements for the ceremony while Fresh Cut Catering and Floral arranged the flowers for the reception. The Jackson Yacht Club served as the caterers.

J. Caraway Photography captured the memories. Kendall Poole Event Planning served as the wedding coordinator.

Following the honeymoon in St. Lucia, the couple now resides in Madison where Sally is a Registered Client Service Associate with Raymond James & Associates and Brad is a Senior Account Manager with Enterprise Holdings.

The bride’s advice for future brides: “Invest in a wedding planner, if not for the entire planning process, then at least to coordinate the wedding weekend. You and your family then don’t have to worry about anything, but enjoying yourselves.”

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Taylor Woodruff Lindsey Taylor and Jordan Woodruff were united in marriage on June 28, 2014, at Farmington Baptist Church.

Dyer Harbor officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Mississippi State University, is the daughter of Billy and Susan Taylor. She is the granddaughter of the Vivian Phillips and the late Bud Phillips, Nell Wallace and the late Bobby Wallace.

The groom, a graduate of Itawamba Community College, is the son of Sharon Woodruff and Joey Woodruff. He is the grandson of Phyllis Dunn and the late Roy Dunn, Floyd Woodruff and the late Olene Woodruff.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Emily Daniel. Karrie Beth Stevens serves as bridesmaid. Anna Faith Hardin was the flower girl and Lynley Woodruff was the message maiden.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Kirk Gibson. Groomsmen were Wesley Box and Thad Presley. Wyatt Hardin was the ring bearer. Ushers were Zeb Taylor and Matthew Woodruff.

The reception was also held at Farmington Baptist Church.

The cake was prepared by Janie Vanderford. Corner Gifts and Florist of Booneville created the floral arrangements. Michaela Lauren photography captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple now resides in Corinth where Lindsey is an elementary school teacher and Jordan is an occupational therapy assistant.

The bride’s advice to future brides: “Don’t stress and don’t stress out your bridal party. This day is your day for everyone to enjoy with you. Take in every moment because it flies by. Enjoy your new life with your husband.”

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Thomas - Moore

Christen Thomas and Joel Moore were united in marriage on April 26, 2014, at the Gardens of Amzi Love and Lincoln Homes. Derek Rogers officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a gradaute of Mississippi University for Women, is the daughter of Lynda and Timothy Ervin, and Roy and Sonya Thomas.

She is granddaughter of Sam and Jean Billingsley, and James and Jeanne Knight.

The groom, a graduate of Alcorn Central High School, is the son of Harold and Nancy Moore. He is the grandson of the late Annie and the late Charles Lester “CL” Stevens, and the late James and the late Johnnie Moore.

Attending the bride as bridesmaids were Jessie Camp, Becky Pounds, Katie Clark, Kristen Buntin and Lindsay Terry. Maddie Mask was the flower girl. Attending the groom as groomsmen were Jason Calvary, Seth Foster, Clay Chism, Scott Chism and Josh Roberts.

The reception was held at Bella Villa in downtown Columbus.

The cake was prepared by Lauren Brown Hughes of Karen’s Cake Shop. Angie Atkins created the floral arrangements and served as the caterer. Photographer Katie McBill captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon in Outer Banks, North Carolina, the couple now resides in Columbus, Miss.

Christen is a graduate student at the University of Alabama and Joel is the vice-president of Grassroots Candle Company.

The bride’s advice for future brides: “Take a deep breath and enjoy every second. It goes by way too fast.”

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Trammel - Kuykendall Hannah Nicole Trammel and Grady Madison Kuykendall were united in marriage on August 9, 2014 at Tate Baptist Church in Corinth. The ceremony was officiated by the bride’s father, Bro. Mickey Trammel.

The bride, a graduate of Corinth High School, is the daughter of Mickey and Lianne Trammel. She is the granddaughter of Mary Trammel and the late Jack Trammel and Stanley and Evelyn Stricklin.

The groom, a graduate of Kossuth High School, he is the son of Mike and Tricia Kuykendall. He is the grandson of Francis Vandiver and the late Leon Vandiver and Grady and Betty Kuykendall.

Attending the bride as bridesmaid were Oliva Trammel, Kellie Christian, Katie Hancock, Marissa Hunter and Kayla Willingham. The miniature bride was Sarah Kuykendall. The flower girl was Ava McClamroch.

Attending the groom as groomsmen were Mike Kuykendall, Riley Kuykendall, Tyker Vandiver, Grant Vandiver and Kody Rinehart.

The reception was held at the Tate Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.

The cake was prepared by Janie Vanderford. Barbara and Christy Harris of Harris Sales in Golden prepared the floral decorations. Photography was captured by Amanda Puckett with At Your Place Photography. Food was catered by Ben Betts of Corinth.

Following the honeymoon in Panama City, Fla., the couple now resides in Oxford where Hannah is the president’s personal secretary at Security Holdings and Grady is an employee of The University of Mississippi Recreational Center and a full-time student majoring in physical therapy.

The bride’s advise to future brides: “Put God first in your relationship and your marriage will be fruitful and rewarding.”

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Wamble - Timmons

Leigh Taylor Wamble and Anderson Hunter Timmons were united in marriage on November 15, 2014 at First Baptist Church in Corinth. The ceremony was officiated by the Rev. Dennis Smith.

The bride, a graduate of The University of Mississippi, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Wamble of Saltillo. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Nelson of Oxford and Mrs. Patricia Wamble and the late Mr. Jim Wamble of Columbus.

The groom, a graduate of The University of Mississippi, is the son Mr. and Mrs. Danny Timmons of Corinth. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Bill Anderson and Mrs. Louise Timmons and the late Mr. Carl Timmons of Corinth.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was the bride’s sister, Mary-Margaret Wamble. Bridesmaids were Katie Timmons, Beth Anne Brooks, Allison Dallas, Brooke Mayer, Michelle Mayer, Shea Smith and Ashley Warren.

Attending the groom as Best Man was the father of the groom, Danny Timmons. The groomsmen were Jake Wamble, Carson Butler, Hank Butler, Kyle Holcombe, Eric Rinehart, Dustin Smith and Ben Woodhouse.

The reception was held at The Franklin Courtyard.

The cake was prepared by Carla Beard. Pam’s Design Dept. prepared the floral decorations. Photography was captured by Deanna Knight of STF Studio. Food was catered by Carla Beard.

Following the honeymoon in Montego Bay, Jamaica, the couple now resides in Atlanta where Leigh is a teacher and Anderson is a chief dispatcher with Norfolk Southern Railroad.

The bride’s advise to future brides: “Remember it is your special day, so take the time to enjoy the moment.”

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VanHaitsma - Davis

Jessica Nicole VanHaitsma and Terry Grant Davis were united in marriage on April 26, 2014, at Davis Farms. Bro. Zach Howell officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Alcorn Central High School, is the daughter of Stanley and Cindy VanHaitsma. She is the granddaughter of Darlene Watkins of Corinth and Sammy McDonald of Guys, Tenn., and Stan and Jackie VanHaitsma of Lake City, Mich.

The groom, a graduate of Jumpertown High School, is the son of Eddy and Tracey Davis of Jumpertown. He is the grandson of Gene and Nell Davis of Jumpertown, and Grady and Jackie White of Pisgah.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Desiree VanHaitsma.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Logan Davis.

The reception was also held at Davis Farms.

Tammy Hardin prepared the cake. Barbeque was provided by Derrick “Moze” Olive. Photographer Brandi Reese captured the memories. Pam Lewis at Design Department created the floral arrangements.

Following the honeymoon cruise to Cozumel, Mexico, the couple now resides in the Kendrick community where Jessica is employed at Caterpillar and Terry is employed at Rollform Steel.

The bride’s advice for future brides: “Remember to relax and enjoy the day because it only comes once.”

Wanlass - Brawner

Ramona Wanlass and Brandon “Brad” Brawner Jr. (Brad) were united in marriage on Nov. 22, 2014, at the Barksdale-Isom House in Oxford. Clint Wanless, brother of the bride, officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a 2004 Horn Lake graduate and the holder of a Master’s Degree from the University of Mississippi, is the daughter of Michael and Mona Wanlass. She is the granddaughter of Shirley and the late Bill Oliver Ralph and Sue Wanlass, and the late Mike Ragan.

The groom, a 1995 Alcorn Central High School and University of Mississippi graduate, is the son of Brandon and Sandra Brawner. He is the grandson of Rachel Brawner and the late R.H. Brawner, and the late Carl and Mildred Coln.

Attending the bride as bridesmaids were Jennifer Nelson and Sarah Hughey.

Attending the groom as groomsmen were Jim Moore and Jason Caviness.

The reception was also held at the Barksdale-Isom House in Oxford.

The Main Event prepared the cake. My Michelle’s served as the caterer. The Twisted Twig created the floral arrangements. Pablo Corona Photography captured the memories.

Following a honeymoon cruise to Cozumel, Mexico, the couple now resides in Oxford where Ramona is an English Instructor at Northwest Mississippi Community College and Brandon is the manager of The Blind Pig Restaurant on the square in Oxford. www.mycrossroadsmagazine.com

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Wagoner - Boehler Hannah Wagoner and Matthew Boehler were united in marriage on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014, at the Historic Fillmore Street Chapel in Corinth. Their ceremony was officiated by Bro. Jeff DeWees.

The bride, a graduate of McNairy Central High School and the University of Tennessee at Martin, is the daughter of Penny Smith of Michie, Tenn. and Jeff and Windie Wagoner of Selmer, Tenn.

She is the granddaughter of James and Kathy Wagoner and the late James and Judy Essary, all of McNairy County.

The groom, a McNairy Central High School graduate, is the son of Lisa and Randy Roten of Ramer, Tenn. and Mark and Dawn Boehler of Corinth. He is the grandson of the late Rev. Al and Jacque Boehler of Milan, Tenn.

Attending the bride were Brooke Burks, Addie Wilson, Jennifer Rencher, Meribeth Carpenter, Mallory Bradley, Alison Boehler, Amber Fletcher, Callie Forman, Ashton Forsythe, Kayla Hart and Amy Adkins.

Attending the groom were Marcus Boehler, Chip Bradley, Matt Carpenter, Hayden Smith, Josh Odle and Jacob Moss.

The reception was held at Shiloh Ridge.

Flourishing Photography was the photographer; Hunter Vincent was the videographer; Glenda Lambert and Libby Prather, both of Adamsville, Tenn., served as florists; the cake was prepared by Lynn Maness; the groom’s cake was prepared by Melissa Wilds; and the Chop House catered the reception.

Following a honeymoon in Nashville, Tenn., the couple now resides in Ramer, Tenn. where Hannah is a stay at home mom with their daughter Anniston and Matt is a process specialist at Kimberly-Clark.

The bride’s advice to future brides: “Above all, do not let the stress of planning your wedding overshadow the joy and fun it can bring. Let the people around you help you with things and learn to delegate instead of trying to do it all yourself. You can have a beautiful wedding on a budget by taking advantage of artificial flowers, Goodwill and other thrift stores. It’s okay to be a thrifty bride. The pictures and video are what last so make sure you have talented people do that for you.”

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White - Hopple Ashley Nicole White and David Michael Hopple were united in marriage on June 7, 2014, outside the Historic Jacinto Courthouse. Bro. Karl Mills and Bro. Scotty Wood officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a 2001 Alcorn Central High School graduate, is the daughter of Jimmy and Kay White. She is the granddaughter of Cubelle White, Jim Rogers and Bobby White.

The groom, a 1998 graduate of Alcorn Central High School and a 2008 graduate of Ole Miss, is the son of Dennis and Rhonda Hopple. He is the grandson of Vera Shelton.

Attending the bride as Maid of Honor was Brooke Bassett. Bridesmaids were Ashley Shackleford, Stephanie Lambert, Wanda Duckworth and Elisabeth Gray.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Scott Hopple. Groomsmen were Waylon Banks, Chris Byrd, Michael Rismiller and Kevin White.

The reception was held at Maranatha Baptist Church.

The cake was prepared by Angela of Sweet Temptations. Members of Maranatha Baptist Church and Jasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deli served as the caterers.

Pamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Design Dept. and Florist created the floral arrangements. AYP Photography captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., the couple now resides in Blue Mountain.

Ashley is a pharmacy technician and David is the band director at New Albany High School.

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Wilbanks - Hunt

Hannah Katherine Wilbanks and Joshawa Coty Hunt were united in marriage on Oct. 4, 2014, at Crazy K Ranch.

Rodney Whittemore officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a Kossuth High School and Northeast Mississippi Community College graduate, is the daughter of Tim and Kathy Wilbanks. She is the granddaughter of Erva Wilbanks, the late Clovis Wilbanks, Iren Smith and the late Arlin Smith.

The groom, a Kossuth High School and Northeast Mississippi Community College graduate, is the son of Ronnie Hunt and Tonya Bailey. He is the grandson of Pauline Hunt, the late Raymond Hunt, Glenda Morrow of Kossuth and Tom Morrow of Corinth.

Attending the bride as Matron of Honor was Whitney Emmons. Bridesmaids were Ashley Wilbanks, Chelsey Crum, Courtney Crum, Jessye Smith and Jessica Brown.

Flower girls were Claudia and Kadalee Wammack.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Bradley Jackson.

Groomsmen were Alex Lewis, Hunter Null, Dalton Wilbanks, Ethan Smith and Tanner Hunt. Ring bearers were Rhett Emmons and Jace Lewis.

The reception was also held at Crazy K Ranch.

The cake was prepared by Kim Thrasher. Renee Smith & Friends were the caterers. Dawn Hilliard of Huntsville, Ala., and Whitney Emmons of Corinth created the floral arrangements. Rob Brown of Tee Rage Photography captured the memories.

Following the honeymoon to the Smoky Mountains, the couple now resides in Kossuth where Hannah is a health data/communications registrar at Magnolia Regional Health Center and Joshawa is a civil engineer for the Mississippi Department of Transportation.

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Wren - Whitehurst

Lauren Jade Wren and Garret Cole Whitehurst were united in marriage on July 26, 2014, at Old Waverly in West Point. Bro. Nelson Hight officiated the ceremony.

The bride, a graduate of Alcorn Central High School, Northeast Mississippi Community College and Mississippi State University, is the daughter of Gary and Susan Wren, and Cindi Wren. She is the granddaughter of Ms. Johnnie Wren and the late Odell Wren, Donald and Elsie Garrett and the late Ruth Garrett.

The groom, a graduate of Corinth High School, Northeast Mississippi Community College and Mississippi State University, is the son of Mike and Tracy Whitehurst. He is the grandson of Sally Vanderford and the late A.L. Wrisinger, and the late Owen and Eunice Whitehurst.

Attending the bride as bridesmaids were Barbie Hight, Emily Wallace, Jessie Perriman, Samantha Sagely, Hillary Hardwick and Betsy Bullock. Lauren Rhinehart was the junior bridesmaid.

Attending the groom as Best Man was Mike Whitehurst. Groomsmen were Bryce Young, Jordan Gillentine, John Mathis, Ben Ferrell, Cameron Aultman, Josh Webb and Dylan Cable.

The reception was held in the Magnolia Room of Old Waverly.

The cake and flowers were prepared by Monti: Flowers by the Bunch and Cakes Too in Starkville. Old Waverly served as the caterers. Bryan Huff of Huffoto captured the memories. Music was performed by Ben Mathis, Cindy Mathis and Katie Powell.

Following the honeymoon to Cancun, Mexico, the couple now resides in Starkville where Lauren is a teacher and Garrett is a Farm Bureau Insurance agent.

The bride’s advice to future brides: “Be a woman with a plan. Planning for even the smallest things can help the day run more smoothly. For example, who’s taking home your wedding dress, cleaning up, or taking care of gifts that were bought? Also be sure to eat even if you have a nervous stomach ... it goes by really fast and not eating can cause low blood sugar and mood swings.”

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Food trends can add the perfect touch Once a couple has officially tied the knot, the newly recognized man and wife and all of their guests will retire to a party room where they can mingle, dance and enjoy a good meal.

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How to avoid wedding music mistakes Wedding guests are usually anxious to head to the reception, where they can let loose and party. Music is an essential component of a lively and fun wedding reception, and there are some musical miscues couples should look to avoid to ensure the music is not memorable for all the wrong reasons.

• Blocks of silence: Nothing makes time seem interminable more than silence. Always have a constant flow of music to avoid awkward silences. This includes the time guests are waiting prior to the ceremony as well as when they’re entering the cocktail hour. Music will help everyone feel comfortable, and it creates a pleasing atmosphere, so make sure music plays throughout the festivities.

• Second-guessing a professional: In an effort to curb costs, some couples provide their own playlists via an mp3 player or a streaming service for the music. This is often a mistake. Hiring a professional means you will not have to worry about managing music on top of your many other wedding day responsibilities. A band or deejay usually also serves as the emcee for the event, announcing key moments of the reception as well as getting guests up on the dance floor.

• Playing only one type of music: Playing too many songs from one genre of music will alienate some of the guests who simply are not interested in that type of music. Professional deejays or performers know how to offer a great mix that will appeal to the masses, and they are often well worth the cost. Try to span different decades and genres to keep as many of your guests on the dance floor as possible.

• Failure to make a song list: Some songs you may feel are essential to the wedding and others may be on a do-notplay list and are associated with negative memories. Band leaders and deejays are not mind readers. Give your band leader or deejay ample time to review your requests so that he or she has time to find a song that may not be in his or her collection.

• Dancing to long songs: Pay attention to a song’s length, and choose spotlight dance songs wisely. Remember that guests will be watching you dance with parents or each other, and a five-minute song can seem neverending while others are waiting around. Avoid very long songs, as the mix

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• Inappropriate lyrics and volume: Keep the music at an acceptable volume, and avoid songs with suggestive language or curse words that are inappropriate in a family setting.

Music is a key element of any good party, including a wedding reception, and it’s essential that couples take steps to avoid any musical miscues.

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Directly Behind Casabella Furniture

Mon-Sat 10am-7pm Sun 1pm-6pm

2403 S. Harper Rd. • Corinth, MS Next to Walmart

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