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Tupelo-the football capitol of Mississippi?

If you’re a football fan, then Tupelo was the place to be the weekend of October 15-16. A special appreciation goes out to the Mayor, Downtown Tupelo Main Street Association, CellularSouth, Renasant Bank, BancorpSouth and others for making such a weekend possible.

First, it was the Ya’ll versus Us series with South Panola visiting Tupelo Friday. The atmosphere for the game was incredible with the big screen video board and all the fireworks. But what made the evening special were the tailgating activities before the game. Fans came out and set up their tents, much to the appreciation of students, who were running from tent to tent sampling foods.

Saturday, it was time for the big boys. Fans came out by the hundreds to watch Mississippi State and Ole Miss play on a big screen TV in front of city hall in the Fairpark District. It was really electric, especially with the Bulldogs knocking off Florida. It had a game-type atmosphere out there.

Kudos to the ones who put this together. I hope we can do do it again soon.

Thanks for picking of this edition of Greater Tupelo Magazine. In this issue, we highlight young professionals that are making a difference in our community. We also highlight the South Gloster Street area of Tupelo, showing what it is trying to do to attract new businesses. With October being National Breast Cancer Month, we put our attention towards what local women are doing to fight this disease.

I want to say a special thank you to all our advertisers. Please patronize them whenever possible and let them know you saw their ad in our magazine. Until next time, may God Bless you all.

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20 Young Professionals are a group of young business leaders from our community that lead by example with their work ethic and charitable activities in our community. We started accepting nominations for this prestigious group this summer and the winners were selected from dozens of nominees by an independent panel of community leaders.

We congratulate all the nominees and thank you for the work you do to make Tupelo a better place for us all to live.

Congratulations!

Julee Brown Julee Brown is a news anchor with WTVA in Tupelo. Julee came to WTVA from KSDK, an NBC affiliate, in Saint Louis. She is a native of Saint Louis, Missouri, and graduated from Saint Louis University, where she earned her degree in American Literature with emphasis in Spanish and Communications.

Her intention was to go immediately into Journalism, but as a poor college graduate, she put her journalism career on hold to work for SBC Corporation. There she worked her way through the management ranks before eventually returning to her journalism passion in 2005.

She started her broadcasting career as a broadcast assistant at KMOV, a CBS affiliate in Saint Louis, before going to work for KSDK. After that, she anchored for a variety of WTVA programs, including AM Live and WTVA News at Noon.

Julee was an officer in the Army Reserve and has studied overseas in Spain. She is also a contracted motivational speaker. Julee spends countless hours mentoring and speaking to our youth and senior citizens. She is also a strong supporter of the Susan G. Komen North Mississippi Race for the Cure.

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Louis Conley Louis Conley was born in Starkville, MS, but moved to Tupelo when he was very young. He has now lived in Tupelo for 22 years and grew up in the Northside/Parkhill Community. While in high school, he served as the Sergeant at Arms for the National Honor Society. He was Co-captain of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, as well as members of both, Key Club and DECA. His senior year, he reigned as “Mr. Tupelo High” and 2004 inductee into Tupelo High School Hall of Fame. During his senior year, he also received the Stephen J. Bollinger Award, a national $15K scholarship given to the most distinguished high school graduate residing in public housing. Louis was also selected as the Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year for the state of MS and all-area Quarterback. He wrapped up his time at Tupelo High School in 2004 graduating with a 3.94 grade point average.

After high school, Louis went on to Millsaps College, lettering all four years in football. Remaining active on campus, Louis served as the President of the Omicron Gamma Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, Fraternity Inc., Vice President of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, an active member of the Student Body Association, Black Student Association as well as other various organizations campus wide. In 2008, Conley wrapped up his time there at Millsaps with a 3.01 g.p.a. and received his Bachelor’s of Business Administration Degree.

Since then, Louis Conley has come back home to work with Renasant Bank. He began with them June 30, 2008, serving in the position of Record Management Specialist. Louis transitioned from that role into a Credit Analyst position in Oct. 2009. He has most recently been promoted into the position of banking officer.

Louis Conley contributes to the community of Tupelo through organizations tupelo’s such as The Kiwanis Club of Tupelo, Downtown Mainstreet Association, Project T.E.A.M., Boys and Girls Club, along with a host of other personal tutoring and mentoring roles.

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Jennie Bradford Curlee Jennie Bradford Curlee serves as Director of Corporate Communications for the Community Development Foundation (CDF). She previously served CDF as Director of Member Services. During this time she founded the Tupelo Young Professionals (TYP) networking organization that currently has a membership of over 600 TYPs. Born and raised in Tupelo, MS, Jennie Bradford was a special distinction graduate of Tupelo High School, and completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Alabama where she received a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in both American Studies and History. She is currently pursuing the IOM designation through the Institute of Organization Management.

Jennie Bradford presently serves as president of the board of the Tupelo-Lee Humane Society. She is past president of the Tupelo Tennis Association and past president of the Lyric Krewe, the volunteer arm of the Tupelo Community Theatre. She was named “Tupelo Women’s Club “Woman of the Year” in 2008 when she served as Holiday Tree Festival co-chairman, raising over $30,000 for non-profits in the Tupelo area. A member of the Public Relations Association of Mississippi, Jennie Bradford currently serves as vice president of programs for the local chapter and has served on the State Public Relations Association board. A member of Calvary Baptist Church, Jennie Bradford enjoys singing in the Sanctuary choir.

Jennie Bradford is married to John Curlee and they are expecting their first t u p e l o ’ s child, Miles Richardson Curlee, on her birthday, November 29.

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Teresa Floyd Teresa Floyd is operations manager at SprintPrint, a commercial print and copy shop in downtown Tupelo. She also manages, S.N.A.P., SprintPrint’s sister company that handles all types of promotional products and advertising. Teresa has been in the printing industry for 20 years, beginning at The Itawamba County Times as a typesetter while still in high school. She was employed by The Times for three years, during which time she learned many aspects of web and offset printing.

She left The Times for employment at Fulton Telephone Company for a few months, but quickly returned to the printing industry as the lead graphics person at Rubye Del Harden’s printing company, SprintPrint, in Tupelo. Teresa became shop manager within her first year at SprintPrint and throughout the next 17 years has taken on the additional responsibilities as operations manager, financial officer and outside sales associate for both SprintPrint and S.N.A.P. Teresa is a 2007 graduate of Community Leadership Institute, a 2006 graduate of NEWMS, and a 2002 graduate of Leadership Itawamba.

She is currently serving as a committee member of FIRST Foundation, is a member of Itawamba County Development Council and is a Fulton Civic Club member. She volunteers for many fund raising events which support various charities and civic organizations both in Tupelo and in Itawamba County. Teresa graduated in the top of her class from Itawamba Agricultural High School in 1990 with special honors. She earned a B.S. degree in business from Itawamba Community College in 1992. Teresa is a native and life-long resident of Itawamba County. She has tupelo’s one daughter, Haley, who is 14 years old and currently attends Itawamba Attendance Center.

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David Gunner Goad David”Gunner” Goad is the Regional Director of External Affairs for AT&T. He has held this position, which entails serving as a company liaison for 23 counties in North Mississippi and the Delta, since 2007. Previously, David worked as a Global Markets Specialist for AT&T in Memphis from 2003-2007 and was recognized by Southwestern Bell as the President’s Club Winner for top 5% in sales for 2004. David received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Baylor University in Waco, TX. He worked in Tulsa, OK and Houston, TX from 2000-2003.

Presently, David is involved in a wide array of community activities. He was the Chairman for the Centennial Jamboree for the Boy Scouts, selected as a celebrity dancer for the Boy’s and Girl’s Club “Dancing Like the Stars”, and a participant in the Jim Ingram Community Leadership Program for 2009. Board memberships include, Junior Achievement, Catch Kids, The Link Centre, Boy Scouts, Community Development Foundation and Mayor’s Youth Council- Horn Lake, MS. He was the United Way Chair for Small Business Giving in 2010 and currently is a soccer coach for the with the Tupelo Parks and Recreation Department and volunteer for The Boy’s and Girls’ Club. Additionally, David was recently instrumental in the formation of the first ever Mayor’s Youth Council for the City of Horn Lake, MS. He is also a member of the Rotary Club.

David feels as if his current position allows him to be able to interact with the communities of North Mississippi. This has allowed him and AT&T to support numerous t u p e l o ’ s non-profits and community organizations. This in turn has led to a greater sense of pride not only for the city, but for himself and AT&T.

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Shane Hooper Shane Hooper is a graduate of Itawamba Agricultural High School and David Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN. After graduation, he served his country as an officer in the United States Marine Corps. He is a native of Itawamba County and the son of Sammy and Frances (Ruff) Hooper.

He has enjoyed a career in the insurance and financial services industry for 14 years. Shane is president of Success Learning Corporation Inc., a training provider for the insurance and financial services industry.

He is an active member of the community, serving on the board, and past President of the Tupelo Rotary Club; President for the Gardner-Simmons Home for Girls; and Executive Board Member for the United Way of Northeast MS; Health Care Foundation of North MS; and North MS Health Services and the Tupelo Ballet. Shane is a member of the West Main Church of Christ. He is married to Katrina (Berry) Hooper and they have two sons, Christopher and Channing.

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Carman Jones Carman Jones currently serves as the manager of the BancorpSouth Bank Presley Branch. She has more than twelve years of banking experience and has been employed with BancorpSouth for the past ten years. She is involved in the community serving on the board of AEE and a mentor at Tupelo High School.

She is a graduate of Tupelo High School and received her Associates of Art degree in from Itawamba Community College. She is furthering her education at the University of MS, pursing a degree in Business Management.

Carman was a member of FWI (women financial organization). She has assisted with the bank’s VITA program since its existence. The program assists in helping lower income citizens with their taxes. She helps teach at BancorpSouth’s credit seminars.

Carman feels as if it is every citizen’s responsibility to give back if they desire to live in a thriving community. That includes their time, talents (skills and gifts), and treasures (money!). Each person has been blessed with something in order to be a blessing to others.

She is married to James Jones, III and is the mother of three children: Destinee, Shania, and James C Jones, IV. Carman attends Jesus New Testament Holiness Church. There, she serves on the Usher Board, is a Sunday School Teacher and choir member. She is the t u p e l o ’ s oldest daughter of J B and Zell Long.

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Karen Keeney Karen Keeney is a project manager and designer at Architecture South with responsibility for several construction projects ranging from historic rehabilitations, new commercial buildings & college dormitories. Prior to joining Architecture South, Karen worked at JBHM Architects for five years where she was named one of 2007’s Interns of the Year, Revit © Advisor for three years, and managed several commercial and educational construction projects. Over the last few years, she has earned her LEED © Accredited Professional and CSI’s CDT credentials.

While attaining her Bachelor’s of Architecture at Mississippi State University’s College of Architecture Art & Design, Karen discovered her passion for the environment and historic preservation. Karen serves as Chair for the Tupelo Historic Preservation Commission, where she has been a member since 2007. She was co-author for the Preserve America Community designation, which enables Tupelo to receive grants for preservation projects. Karen’s passion for the environment also extends to the North Mississippi USGBC Steering Committee and as one of Mississippi’s Green Schools Advocates. Her green initiatives extend beyond professional involvement. She enjoys growing her own garden that serves in her vegetarian lifestyle and making organic baby food for her nine month old son, Drew.

As part of her passion for Tupelo, Karen has volunteered for Habitat for Humanity, presented programs for Boy & Girl Scout Architectural Merit Badges, assisted Senior Projects as a mentor, and has been a speaker for several middle & high school career days. In addition, Karen was instrumental in restarting Gravlee Neighborhood Association in which she now presides as president. She is very active in her church, where she teaches Sunday School and sings & t u p e l o ’ s plays keyboard in the praise band. Karen is hopelessly devoted to her faith and family of boys. They include her husband David, a meteorology instructor at Mississippi State, her son Drew, an adorable redhead, and her rescued young professionals Doberman Pinscher, Logan.

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Neal McCoy Tupelo is home for Neal and not many people get to sell something that is so special to them. His job is to promote Tupelo to potential visitors, not only domestically, but also internationally. As Executive Director of the Tupelo Convention & Visitors Bureau, he has been tasked to lead a staff of 9 and use a $3 million dollar budget to promote Tupelo in the ever changing travel and tourism market.

Neal began his career with the Tupelo Parks & Recreation Department as a Sports Director before moving to the Jackson Metro Area. He served as the Athletics Director for the City of Jackson Parks & Recreation Department before accepting the position as Assistant Director of the Ridgeland Recreation & Parks Department. Neal returned to Tupelo in 2004 as the Director of Sports Development where he combined his passion for sports and promoting his hometown.

Neal has over 6 years experience in the tourism industry, following 10 years of Sports Events experience. A graduate of the University of Mississippi in 1998, he holds certifications as Certified Sports Event Executive and Certified Park and Recreation Professional.

Neal serves his industry on the following boards Mississippi Tourism Association, Southeast Tourism Society and the Natchez Trace Compact. In 2009 he was awarded the Rising Star Award from the Southeast Tourism Society, an organization that represents tourism destinations in 12 states.

Neal and his wife of 10 years, Holly, have three children Mac (6), South t u p e l o ’ s (4) and Carter Cate (5 months). He enjoys playing golf, tennis and following Ole Miss Athletics.

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Keri McMillin Keri is originally from Corinth MS. She graduated from Mississippi State University with a degree in Public Relations and then moved to Nashville to pursue a singing career. While living in Nashville, she sang at Wildhorse Salon, Opryland, Six Flags over Georgia, The Disney Cruise Ship, and she opened up for several country music legends such as Loretta Lynn, Exile, Marty Stewart, Little Texas, John Conley and Confederate Railroad. She also recorded her first CD while also doing demo work for local songwriters.

After meeting the man of her dreams, she returned to her roots in Mississippi and moved to Tupelo. She has worked for the March of Dimes as division director, United Way as Campaign Director and for MLM Clothiers in sales and as office manager.

She has been heavily involved in her community as a Tupelo Young Professionals Member, Community Development Foundation Ambassador 2006-2008, Community Development Foundation Ambassador of the Year 2007, March of Dimes Board President 2007-2009, March of Dimes Mississippi Chapter Volunteer of the Year 2008, March of Dimes Ambassador Family 2007-2009, North Mississippi Women’s Hospital –Fetal Demise Task Force Member, Shannon Junior Women’s Club President and chairman for Miss North Mississippi Pageant, and Mama’s Got a Brand New Bag on the Decorations and Publicity Committee.

She currently attends Verona First Baptist Church, where she has been Vacation Bible School Director and is a soloist in choir. She is currently Mrs. Mississippi 2010 and t u p e l o ’ s just competed in Mrs. America in Tucson Arizona. She works as Integrated Media Consultant with Comcast Spotlight for 5 years. She is married to Brent McMillin and they have two beautiful children, Mason and Dawson.

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Jeff Overstreet Jeff Overstreet serves as a loan officer with Renasant Bank at the Saltillo branch. He previously served as a management trainee at the Renasant Bank corporate office in Tupelo, Mississippi.

Jeff’s community involvement is numerous. He is a member of the Tupelo Young Professionals, Tupelo Kiwanis Club, Lee County Mississippi State University Alumni Association board, and Calvary Baptist Church. He is a Big Brother Big Sisters board member, Recreational Committee at Calvary Baptist board member, 9th and 10th grade church basketball coach, Youth Bible studies teacher, and Mississippi Center for Public Policy board member. Jeff also helps with the Boy Scouts of America fundraiser, the CDF fundraiser, and is county chairman for Mississippi Young Bankers.

Jeff is the 2008 Swayze Scholar, which is the top banking student in Mississippi. He graduated with a 3.8 GPA at Mississippi State University in the Honor Society of Beta Gamma Sigma. He was a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, an Eagle Scout, and named Who’s Who Among Executives and Professionals.

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Amy Nash Amy Goff Nash is the public relations and marketing specialist for Cellular South in Tupelo, MS. She promotes Cellular South products and positions, publicizes company-sponsored events, and positively communicates key initiatives to diverse audiences through an active network of media contacts. Amy organizes, coordinates and manages events such as Cellular South Networking at Noon luncheon/speaker series, Cellular South Gum Tree Festival, Cellular South Cup at the Regions/ Morgan Keegan Tennis Tournament, Beale Street Music Festival, new store openings, and other events.

Amy facilitated the launch of the current Cellular South logo and brand, resulting in stronger, more credible recognition as a national wireless competitor. Before moving to Cellular South in December 2005, she previously served as corporate account executive for Cingular Wireless.

Amy’s success in marketing, advertising, public relations, media relations, business development, and management are numerous. She was awarded “Best Creative Fundraiser 2006”

by Downtown Tupelo Main Street Association and by Mississippi Main Street for Cellular South Networking at Noon luncheon/speaker series. She was awarded “Best Advertising Campaign” by Colorado Print Association in 1997 for The Aspen Times. Amy has increased net profit of the Tupelo Elvis Festival from -$45K to +$80K and increased attendance 27%. She was also selected statewide “New Board Member of 2009” for Boys and tupelo’s Girls Clubs of Mississippi.

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Bruce Patel Bruce Patel started his career in the hospitality industry at the front desk as a sales agent in a Best Western while still in high school. Through hard work and determination, his career advanced rapidly from maintenance supervisor to management and eventually, owner and developer of hotel properties. Presently, he is the owner, developer or manager of 9 properties in Mississippi, Ohio and Indiana.

After graduating high school in Guntersville, AL in 1997, Bruce went on to study at the University of Alabama and has completed many management seminars. Bruce has been certified for sales and marketing and as an owner and manager by Hilton Hotels, Choice Hotels, Wyndam and IHG. He has also been named a Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Association. He currently owns three hotel properties in Tupelo and maintains his offices in the Fairpark District. His latest ventures in the industry seeing him opening properties in Fulton, MS and Tupelo, MS. Bruce and his wife, Hetal, and their son, Amar, live in Tupelo in the Springlake subdivision. Bruce currently serves on the Tupelo Convention and Visitors Bureau board of directors.

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Rachel Pierce A native of Aberdeen, Mississippi, Rachel moved to Tupelo in 2001. Rachel is currently a shareholder in Waide and Associates, PA, where she focuses her practice on civil litigation, including employment law, personal injury, and medical malpractice. Prior to joining Waide and Associates, PA, Rachel practiced law with Phelps Dunbar LLP in the firm’s Tupelo office. Rachel also worked as an anchor at WTVA for the television station’s AM Live television program from December 2007 until December 2008.

Rachel graduated from Mississippi University for Women, summa cum laude, with a Bachelor of Arts in English, and she received her juris doctor, magna cum laude, from the University Of Mississippi School Of Law. Rachel is a past president of the Tupelo-Lee Humane Society and remains on that group’s board of directors as an ex officio member. She is a past president of the Lee County Young Lawyers and past president of the Lee County Bar Association. She has served as secretary of the Mississippi Bar’s Young Lawyers’ Division and is a current committee chair for that organization. She is co-treasurer of the Tupelo Women’s Club and a member of the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary, where she volunteers for projects like the Angel Tree. She is a member of the Lamar Order at the University Of Mississippi School Of Law. She has served as a United Way fund distribution volunteer and was a member of the Tupelo Kiwanis Club from 2001 until 2005. She was a member of the Cellular South Community Board of Directors in 2006. She is an active member of St. Luke United Methodist Church.

Rachel was a member of the Northeast Mississippi Leadership Class from t u p e l o ’ s 2003 until 2005 and is a graduate of Leadership Mississippi. She was named to the Mississippi Business Journal’s Top 40 under 40 in 2006. She was one of Mississippi’s delegates to the American Bar Association annual convention young professionals for the Young Lawyers’ Division in 2005 and 2006.

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Harry Rayburn Dr. Harry Rayburn has been in private practice for eight years as the dentist/owner of Main Street Family Dentistry in Tupelo, Mississippi. He graduated Cum Laude from Millsaps College in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He is a graduate of University of Mississippi School of Dentistry in 2002 with a DMD degree. He serves as Secretary/Treasurer and Membership Chair for the Mississippi Dental Association (MDA) District. He also is the MDA New Dentist Chair and an MDA Board of Trustee.

Harry is an active member of First United Methodist Church, on the executive council, youth group teacher, young adult Sunday School teacher, and Usher. He serves on the CDF board of directors, Faith Haven board of directors, the P.A. L. Executive Committee, and the Downtown Main Street committee. He is a Tupelo High School Mentor, Salvation Army volunteer, and Kiwanis Club member. He has donated services in mobile dental van at the Boys and Girls Clubs located at Haven Acres and King Street. He has been involved with Mexico Dental Mission trips and is the founder and organizer for Trade Day – now with five dental practices participating.

Harry is married to Dr. Christine Tosh Rayburn and they have two children: Celie, 7, and Thomas, 4.

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Joshua Simpson’s love for food began in his grandmother’s kitchen. His pursuit of culinary knowledge led him all the way to the California Culinary Academy. He then worked as a chef at Soulunas in San Francisco.

Simpson is a native Mississippian. When the Hilton Garden Inn and BancorpSouth Conference Center opened, Simpson found a place that, not only welcomed his high standards and creativity, but encouraged it. Simpson soon became the Executive Chef.

Simpson continues to enhance his skills. He participated in the prestigious Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Jeunes Commis Rôtisseur Competition, an invitation only event held at CCA (2006), AIT of Charlotte, NC (2007), the Biltmore in Ashville, NC, (2009).

He has also attended several courses at The Chocolate Academy in Chicago. His handcrafted specialty chocolates include: truffles, caramels, fruit fillings and bon-bons.

Another preferred medium is pastry. Simpson can take a vision and create a memorable cake.

Among his creations are; a pond with fondant frogs floating on lily pads, a cake with floating layers and even a replica of Tupelo’s city hall. Joshua believes that a great meal starts with the freshest food available and frequents the Tupelo Downtown Farmer’s Market to create seasonal specialties in the Great American Grill restaurant.

He also believes in giving back to his community. Simpson hosts the March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction at the BancorpSouth Conference Center and in 2009 received their Volunteer of the Year Award. Simpson is quick to share his time and talents for many worthy causes. He volunteers with the Home Sweet Home Gingerbread House project, The Salvation Army Empty Bowls t u p e l o ’ s luncheon, Chili Fest, Mimosa Marketplace, and Tupelo Young Professionals.

Simpson loves celebrations of all sizes. This was one of the reasons he created his own company last year; Southern Twists. His fans were asking him to cater in their homes. Whether you want a small gift box of artisanal chocolates young professionals or brunch for 40; Southern Twists provides both the sustenance and the style.

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Carey Snyder Carey was born and raised in Tremont and now lives in Saltillo with her husband Jeff and 4 year old daughter, Alonna. Carey owns Snyder & Company – a social media, marketing, and networking firm located in The Renasant Center for Ideas in Tupelo. Snyder and Company brings a unique strategy to the marketing/advertising fields that combines networking, community service, traditional and non-traditional marketing. Carey manages a few select accounts in order to develop close relationships with clients so that she can better understand them and their business, and the goals they have set. Since beginning her career in 2001, as one of WTVA’s top sales people Carey has used effective marketing to assist her clients in achieving their goals. It’s about “working on your business…not just IN your business”.

She enjoys working with CDF, charities, nonprofits and other civic-minded organizations, and realizes that the best way to be successful is to help others be successful. Carey supports and encourages young professionals as they develop their skills together. Carey looks for ways to improve herself and her business skills through education, and consultation with more experienced business people. Snyder realizes that learning is a life-long process, and she takes pride in her commitment to continued education. Carey realizes she would not be where she is today without the love and support of so many people.

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Stacy Spearman Stacy Spearman is a Senior Vice President and director of Financial Services with Renasant Bank. Born and raised in Tupelo, Stacy graduated from Ole Miss in 1994 with a degree in Banking and Finance. He began working at Renasant Bank in May of 1994. Now a 16-year veteran of the financial services, he has spent time in consumer banking, private banking, the trust department, and insurance services before settling in to the retail brokerage area of the bank. He oversees all brokerage services in Renasant Bank’s four state foot-print, while serving as Financial Consultant to 500+ clients and households.

As a financial consultant, Stacy has been recognized by LPL Financial as a “top producer” since Renasant Bank partnered with the brokerage firm in early 1997. He holds the Chartered Mutual Fund Counselor designation from the College for Financial Planning in Boulder, Colorado and has received certificates for “Outstanding Client Service” from various investment companies. Under Stacy’s leadership, Renasant Financial Services has placed in the top 50 financial institutions for the bank’s investment provider, LPL Financial.

Stacy is a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Tupelo, where he teaches Sunday School. He serves as Cub Master of Pack 226 in Mooreville and is a past volunteer for Junior Achievement.

He is also a past member of the Tupelo Rotary Club.

Stacy married the former Jennifer Barnett of Lucedale, Ms. And they have t u p e l o ’ s two children, Sydney (11) and Jack Thomas (8).

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Brent Waldrop Brent Waldrop serves as Vice President and Manager of Premier Banking with BancorpSouth: responsible for management and daily operations.

Brent graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a Bachelor in Business/Marketing. He is also a graduate of the Barrett School of Banking and the Barrett School of Commercial Lending.

He has been involved in several community organizations including: Association of Excellence in Education, Boy Scouts of America, Boys and Girls Club, Junior Achievement, and The Community Development Foundation – where he is a graduate of the Jim Ingram Leadership Institute.

Born and raised in Tupelo, Mississippi, he is married to Arian Waldrop, and they have three children: Brooks, Beyla, and Baron. Brent is a member of Harrisburg Baptist Church. He enjoys spending time with his children, hunting, golfing, and being a tri-athlete.

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Anna Freeman Wyatt Anna, also known as “Annabeth,” was born in Natchez and moved to Vicksburg with her family at age 2. She grew up in the river city of Vicksburg with her parents, Winky and Debbie Freeman, and her younger sister, Lana Claire. Anna attended First Baptist Church of Vicksburg, and also attended Vicksburg High School where she was a cheerleader and served as Senior Class President. After high school, she continued a family tradition started by her grandparents, Bill and Mary Smith in 1949, by attending the University of Mississippi. While at Ole Miss, Anna was very active on campus and in 2000, she was elected Ole Miss Homecoming Queen. After graduating from Ole Miss with a B.A. in Journalism and emphasis in Public Relations, Anna secured a broadcast internship at WTVA, Inc. in Tupelo. After completing this internship, she was hired at WTVA/WLOV/WKDH as the WLOV 9:00 News Anchor. Anna served as anchor/reporter/producer for WTVA Television for 5 years.

Since August, 2010, Anna has been the City of Tupelo’s Communications Director. She is the city’s first, ever Communications Director. Since moving to Tupelo 5 years ago, Anna has enjoyed volunteering in our community through the Tupelo Women’s Club, Tupelo Young Professionals, United Way, March of Dimes, St. Jude Dream Home Telethon, Regional Rehabilitation Telethon, Big Brother Big Sisters Bowling Chairman, Christian Women Job Corps Volunteer teacher, Salvation Army “bell ringer,” and Mama’s Got a Brand New Bag event. Anna just celebrated her 2nd wedding anniversary with her wonderful husband, Matt Wyatt. Matt is a former t u p e l o ’ s MSU quarterback, so the two enjoy cheering for Ole Miss and MSU! Anna and Matt are active members of First Baptist Church and live happily in Tupelo with their two miniature schnauzers Champ and Lady.

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TYPs participated in a luncheon sponsored by the Rotary Club. Members of the group are pictured with U.S. Senator Thad Cochran.

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2006, when the Community Development Foundation saw a void in the attendance of young people at chamber of commerce events, they created the Tupelo Young Professionals (TYP) networking organization to encourage young professionals in the Tupelo/ Lee County area to get engaged in their community. Four years later, there are over 650 young professionals on the TYP roster and the group continues to grow strong.

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TYPs Ben Burrell, Kory Rogers, Amanda Wallace, and Kaycee Burrell participate in the event at Rebelanes.

“We created the Tupelo Young Professionals program to encourage the future leaders of our community to network, engage in professional development activities, and contribute to and enhance the experience for all people living and doing business in Tupelo/Lee County,” said Jennie Bradford Curlee, director of corporate communications for the Community Development Foundation and TYP founder.

“We hope that by creating opportunities for young professionals to network and become immersed in the community, we will retain fresh, new talent and enhance the overall workforce of this area.”

As Tupelo/Lee County’s premier networking organization for young, up and coming professionals age 21 to 40, the mission of TYP is to attract and bring together a group of young, active, civic-minded individuals who have a clear vision of Tupelo/Lee County’s future as a great place to live and work. The purpose of TYP is to prepare the next generation of community leaders while improving the quality of life in Tupelo and Lee County. By providing social, professional, and networking opportunities for young professionals, TYP is striving to create a more vibrant and connected community.

TYP events are held the third Thursday of each month. Events range from businessafter-hours networking events to lunchtime learning series luncheons and special programs.

TYP offers three committees for members to be involved with. The Professional Development Committee is charged with planning professional development events and seminars for the organization. Past projects include a TYP book review and

TYPs enjoy a membership drive social on the rooftop at Park Heights.

Tax Preparation seminar. The Membership Committee is charged with overseeing the growth and development of the organization through membership recruitment and retention. This committee sponsored a membership drive social in September that brought an array of new members to the group. Finally, the Special Events and Service Projects Committee helps schedule and plan monthly TYP events and service projects. Past service projects have benefited the Tupelo-Lee Humane Society, GardnerSimmons Home for Girls, Salvation Army, Cops-N-Kids Reading Program, Helping Hands Food Pantry, Habitat for Humanity, and many more.

Membership in TYP is free. To join, simply send an e-mail to TYP@cdfms.org with your name, business name, mailing address, and e-mail address. You will be added to the roster and will receive e-mail updates as events are scheduled. You do not have to be a member of the Community Development Foundation to participate in TYP. However, as Tupelo/Lee County’s local Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development organization, membership in CDF is a vital business tool. For more information about membership with CDF please call the CDF office at (662) 842.4521 or eaddison@cdfms.org. Sponsorship of TYP events is open exclusively to CDF member businesses.

Abraham Lincoln once said that “The way for a young man to rise is to improve himself in every way he can…”

Getting involved with the Tupelo Young Professionals is a great way for young people throughout Lee County to improve themselves and rise, while at the same time, helping their community as a whole. GT

TYP CALENDAR OF EVENTS Thursday, October 21 Lunchtime Learning Series “Leaders Are Made, Not Born” Mr. Jack Reed, Sr. 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

BancorpSouth Arena Please RSVP to reserve your $10 boxed lunch. (a book signing of Mr. Reed’s book, A Time to Speak, will follow) Thursday, November 18 TYP @ MLM 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

108 S Spring St. Thursday, December 16 TYP @ Reed’s 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

129 W Main St. Thursday, January 20, 2011 TYP @ Olive Garden 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

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By Cristal Cody

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South Gloster Street could be much more than what it is today – or so say several business leaders in a 3 Councilman Jim Newell to help the southern region of Tupelo compete with the more developed northern and downtown areas. inish the road and

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South Gloster Street already is home to the region’s largest employer – North Mississippi Medical Center, which has its own expansion plans underway with a five-story west patient tower project.

South Gloster Street also features more than 30 restaurants, including Atlanta Bread Co., the new retro-styled McDonald’s and the long-standing Connie’s Fried Chicken, as well as other restaurants, including a new steakhouse, in addition to auto dealerships and a variety of small businesses.

But the area also could be home to even more development.

With that in mind, the South Gloster Development Association was formed at the start of 2010 and Tupelo Mayor Jack Reed also appointed the South Gloster Task Force.

“The number one goal is revitalization and redevelopment of South Gloster district,” said Tupelo Ward 3 Councilman Jim Newell.

One project on the table includes a hospital impact study to persuade investors that the area offers just as many customers as more expensive parts of the city.

“If you’re a new business and you want to locate at the mall, the mall can tell you what their impact is, how much traffic it generates, how much sales per foot,” Newell said.

“If you’re looking at South Gloster, we can’t tell you that. We think if we have that data, we could present that to commercial businesses – the rent may be cheaper and the opportunity may be as good if not greater.”

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Atlanta Bread is one of the newer businesses that have opened up on South Gloster

the City of Tupelo has given two seven-year low tax incentive abatements so far in 2010 to Atlanta Bread Co. and McDonald’s.

But the big development would come in completing the fivelane road project.

“We’re pushing to get South Gloster five-laned from the hospital south to Green where Highway 6 will come in, which will change the whole dynamic of south Tupelo,” Newell said.

“Fifteen years ago, South Gloster was where everything was.

As the city grew, everything migrated north and downtown.

We believe that our part of the city should not die.”

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Newly opened McDonald’s on South Gloster

South Gloster Street once was the center of the city’s retail commerce as the site of the former shopping mall before the Mall at Barnes Crossing opened. The former mall now called Gloster Creek Village is home to mostly medical and professional offices and a few retail shops.

Len Pegues, co-owner of Gloster Creek Village, said when the group bought the old mall property in 1994, it had five tenants.

“We now have about 40 tenants,” he said. “We still have room to continue to expand, but it’s pretty well occupied.

There’s a huge medial presence and always will be down in this area but when they start five-laning Gloster to where Highway 6 crosses near the Verona city limits, that will be a big boost.”

Pegues, president of the South Gloster Development Association, said the group wants more participation from business owners and nearby residents in the neighborhoods off South Gloster Street.

The association meets on the last Friday of every month in the food court at Gloster Creek Village.

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Traffic is always active where South Gloster meets West Main Street

“As we improve this area of South Gloster, it’s to benefit of everyone,” Pegues said. “If we open the new five lane from the hospital south, we’re positive it would be a much more viable business area of Tupelo than it is.”

No one needs to convince Rudy Dossett, owner of Dossett Big 4 on South Gloster, of that.

While Big 4, which was founded in 1958, has long had the fivelane portion of the road completed in front of the dealership, the extension to complete the road would boost business for everyone along the street.

“We have more rooftops down on South Gloster than anywhere else in the city,” Dossett said. “There’s four sections to this city and every section is as important as the other one.”

Rob Hudson knew he wanted to stay on South Gloster when replacing the city’s first McDonald’s site, which opened on South Gloster Street near “Crosstown” in 1973.

“South Gloster is still a great thriving area,” Hudson said.

“Traffic is strong. We knew with the old site, based on what we wanted to do with the building, that particular site didn’t work but we knew we wanted to stay in the area.”

The new McDonald’s opened with a ‘50s exterior design and upscale retro interior in September just a few blocks up on South Gloster Street.

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Mike and Jay Asters of Connie’s Fried Chicken, which is one of the longest running businesses on South Gloster

Hudson, vice president of the South Gloster Development Association, noted that the city’s tax abatement incentive was a nice package for the McDonald’s project and is a “huge sell” to attract new developments.

The tax abatements and completing the five-lane road project would change the face of the outlying southern portion of the street, business leaders agree.

Brothers Mike and Jay Asters have cooked up tenderloin and gravy biscuits and chicken sandwiches for 34 years at their South Gloster-based Connie’s Fried Chicken restaurant,

which is located just across the street from the North Mississippi Medical Center.

That location has “helped out quite a bit,” Jay Asters said.

But so did adding five lanes to the portion of South Gloster Street that runs in front of Connie’s, he said.

“When they came and did [the five-laning] in front of us so many years ago, that was so important, I can’t even put a price on that,” Asters said. “I’m sure we would be looking at this area the same way we look at the very far south if we didn’t have the major thoroughfare.” GT

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By Patricia Neely-Dorsey

South Gloster area of our city has been a source of recent interest and focus, with a task force even specially targeted toward concentration on these efforts. A key anchor of the South Gloster Business District is Gloster Creek Village. Mr. Len Pegues, one of six local partnership owners of this facility, spoke to me about the goals and plans that business residents have for the overall area. he revitalization and beautification of the

In explaining the origins of Gloster Creek Village, Mr. Pegues stated that it was purchased in 1994 from the existing owners of the then Tupelo or Sears Mall, as it was known to most residents. It was redeveloped with the vision of it being mainly a collection of medical, professional, and service type providers. He explained that there was never any intention

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of it being a retail mall again. That vision was accomplished, with Gloster Creek Village becoming a very serene business plaza occupied with over 40 tenants, such as Cardiology Associates, Gloster Creek Dental Care, Orthodontics Specialists, The Imaging Place Radiology and various medical, legal and health care services. There are, however, a few

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retail businesses such as Holliday’s Clothing Store and Heavenly Ham sprinkled in the mix for good measure.

The portion of the old mall, which was formerly Sears, was sold as a separate entity. It is owned by North Mississippi Medical Center and mainly houses its Information Systems and other operations.

It had already been purchased when the investors obtained their part of the property.

Gloster Creek Village is a very well- main-

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tained and visually attractive complex. Tenants, overall, seem very pleased with their location and being a part of the Gloster Creek Village business family. Also, on a visit to the facility, on any given day, one will certainly notice at least a few of the many dedicated walkers who faithfully make their rounds there and obviously enjoy the environment.

Concerning the overall South Gloster Business District, Mr. Pegues noted that there are plans to have a South

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Gloster Association fully functioning with a Board of Directors, by laws, aims and goals within the next few months. The focus will be on attracting new businesses, continued development, and improved appearance and appeal.

The group will explore available grants and funding to generally benefit the district, much like the Downtown Association does in that area.

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District as a very viable area with endless possibilities.

The newly relocated 24-hr McDonalds, with its double drive thru windows and Elvis themed interior, has already added some punch to the area. It will certainly be a favorite stop for Elvis fans. Also, the medical center has scheduled a major renovation project in the very near future. It is clear that with all that is going on, Tupelo citizens can definitely look forward to some exciting things from the South Gloster district. GT

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Sanctuary Village Shoppe:

purchases with a purpose

By Patricia Neely-Dorsey

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nyone who knows me, knows that I am a thrift shop/yard sale queen, who loves a bargain and delight in showing off my

“Diva on a Dime” purchases on my Facebook page. So, when the editor of the magazine approached me about a story on Sanctuary Village Thrift Shoppe and asked if I knew what and where it is, I found it more than laughable! Of course, I know where it is! It is one of my regular stops on my “Thrift Shop Friday” route. After I picked myself up from ROFL (rolling on the floor laughing), I said that I would love to do a story. the

The Sanctuary Village Shoppe is run by The Sanctuary Hospice House, a not for profit organization, which they state is committed to serving the terminally ill with compassion.

Their website highlights Refuge, Comfort and Care for the dying and those they love.

All proceeds from the Sanctuary Village Shoppe go directly to this worthy ministry.

I spoke with thrift shop manager, Randy Rampage (who

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just happens to be my classmate) about the Sanctuary Village Shoppe. Randy stated that the thrift shop opened about four years ago, at its previous location of 797 South Gloster, across from the hospital. The thrift shop was relocated, just down the street at 601 South Gloster in May 2009. When I asked if the new larger location made a difference in sales, Randy said that business definitely picked up after the move to the larger, more prominent space.

Randy concedes that although business is up, tough

economic times have adversely affected donations, which are down significantly. He goes on to say that people, in general, are buying fewer full retail priced items and are, also, not getting rid of a lot of their things.

The thrift shop does have pick up service for donations. Randy noted that donations come in from all over Tupelo and the surrounding areas and have been picked up as far away as Memphis.

Other than his position and one other paid position, Randy explained that the thrift shop is run entirely through the service of volunteers.

He states that they have some very enthusiastic, energetic senior citizens who make up the bulk of the work force and take great pride in what they do. He says that they even have two volunteers from Traceway Retirement Community who are in their mid 80’s! The thift shop also receives volunteers through Ability Works and the State Rehabilitation Center, The thrift shop is open Monday through Friday from 9:30 am until 5 pm and on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 2 pm.

Along with thift shop proceeds, another source of funding for the Sanctuary Hospice House is the upcoming, extremely popular Celebration Village holiday marketplace, which is held annually at the Furniture Market on Coley Road. This year’s event will be held October 20th - October 23rd. For more information, you can visit the website at sanctuaryhospicehouse.com or call 662-844-2111. GT

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it’s spirit girls night out right: Sherry Wren of Booneville registers for a $2,500 bedroom makeover from the national Spirit of Women organization. below: Breast cancer survivors Vickie Arnold (left) of NMMC’s Breast Care Center and Norma Derring of Sisters Network talked with ladies about prevention and early detection.

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North Mississippi Medical Center Spirit of Women Girls’ Night Out, “Indulge in Your Best Health Now,” Oct. 5, 2010, at the Summit Center in Tupelo.

Pulmonologist Lyndon Perkins, M.D., spoke about sleep apnea, and obstetrician-gynecologist Brandy Patterson, M.D., spoke about breast health. The evening also featured free health screenings, breast cancer survivor recognition and a fall fashion show by Coldwater Creek. rea women enjoyed

above: Linda Shack (left) of NMMC’s Community Health Department chats with Louise Davis of Tupelo while checking her blood pressure. left: Vanessa Barrett-Grissom (left), assistant manager of Coldwater Creek, presents a $100 gift card to Laquita Harris of Shannon.

above: Marion Tootle of Tupelo, a 15-year breast cancer survivor, was one of many breast cancer survivors recognized that evening.

Looking on are Liz Dawson (left) of Spirit of Women and fellow survivor Edna Ware (right).

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By Patricia Neely-Dorsey

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Centre invites the whole Greater Tupelo Community to get connected with the arts, educational programming, and cultural events. The Link Centre family, made up of a group of non-profit organizations working together, seeks to transform and enrich lives by education, inspiring and improving the health and overall well being of all the citizens of our wonderful city. If there ever was the ultimate “hook-up�, the Link Centre is it!

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The list of all that the Link Centre offers is virtually endless. If it’s something positive and you can name it, it’s probably going on at the Link. Melanie Deas, Executive Director of the Link Centre, says “If we don’t have something you are looking for, give us your suggestions of what you need and want and we will try to make it happen. There is a place for everyone at the Link Centre.”

Most people would be very surprised at all that the Link does offer. In one central location (1800 West Main Street), one can attend church services, view a newly released Indie film, learn to cook, hear the symphony, listen to Broadway tunes performed, vote in city elections, plan a fabulous wedding, and get certified for insurance and real estate sales.

You can also get a therapeutic massage, rehearse a play, record an album, learn CPR, and take dance lessons. Believe it or not, that is only the tip of the iceberg!

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The Link Centre, in conjunction with ICC, offers the Link Culinary Arts Training Program, with classes that include Catering and Special Events, Bakery, Certified Dietary Manager and Serv- Safe. Over 800 students have already been taught through the program. Students even get the benefit of real-world experience by providing catering for various Link Centre events and dinners before each Tupelo Symphony Concert.

The monthly Music Mix offers 10 concerts a year from diverse genres such as jazz, blues, bluegrass, gospel and rock.

Some of the concerts in the recent past have included Marty Stuart, Guy Hovis, Nash Street, and Homemade Jamz. The concerts have turned out to be very popular events. Another very popular offering has been Hoop-elo, which is a free hoop dance fitness group for all ages, held Tuesday nights at 6pm. Participants of the group have pre-

formed all over town. There is also a Tapping to the Oldies adult tap class, several arts classes and a Kid’s Cooking Class, The Link Centre “campus” houses The Girl Scouts of Northeast Mississippi (now Girl Scouts Heart of the South), Salvation Army programs, and more than 14 permanent tenants, such as Ellis Voice studio, Kelly’s Montessori Music, The Tupelo Symphony Orchestra main office, Sisters Network (African-American Breast Cancer Support Group), Success Learning (Shane Hooper), Mississippi Methodist Senior Services Training and The National Cervical Cancer Coalition. This year, the School Age Mother’s Program (SAM), offered through TPSD, is housed at The Link. In its pilot year, the program has an enrollment of 29 girls and includes a full school day of classes.

There have been a series of renovations on the Link campus over the years, beginning with initial transformations of

the old Harrisburg Church sanctuary into a concert hall and existing spaces into offices. In 2002 the Link Centre received a Building Funds for the Arts Grant and a matching grant from the Carpenter Foundation in 2005. In 2009, The Link was awarded a grant through the Elaine Dundy/Roy Turner Endowment for the Arts. Recent renovations have just been completed, which included new light fixtures, flooring, pews and carpet.

Needless to say, there is always something going on at the Link. When asked about the challenging job of juggling all that is going on at The Link, Melanie let out a little laugh and said “The trick is figuring out how to keep 4,700 balls in the air at the same time or moving out of the way before they hit you. My job is NEVER boring”.

Melanie and the Link Centre family invite everyone to “Think of the Link” and check them out. GT

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tupelohealth

important at any age

breast cancer awareness month O

By Patricia Neely-Dorsey

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is a sobering fact that one in every eight women will develop breast

cancer in her lifetime. With breast cancer being the second leading cause of cancer death in women after lung cancer, medical professionals agree that early detection is the best defense. When found in the early stages, the chance of successful treatment is greatly improved. Therefore, being well informed about the disease is crucial. That is much of what

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is all about.

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The Heath care community advises that it is very important to know that breast cancer can occur at any age, with increased risk after age 40.

The Heath care community advises that it is very important to know that breast cancer can occur at any age, with increased risk after age 40. Furthermore, some women, regardless of age, are at increased risk because of family history, genetic tendencies or certain other factors. It is also important to note that men can and do develop breast cancer.

Norma Derring, President of Sisters Network Tupelo Chapter emphasized that it is key for people to stop being quiet about breast cancer and realize that there is nothing to be ashamed about. Sisters Network is a national non-profit African American organization aimed at celebrating cancer survivorship and committed to increasing local and national attention to the devastating impact that breast cancer has in the African-American Community. The Tupelo chapter is the only chapter of the Sisters Network in the state of Mississippi. The chapter’s office is located at the Link Centre, with meetings held the first Monday of each month at 5:30pm in the Link Centre Media Library. The group constantly focuses on reaching out to more breast cancer survivors. Moreover, assistance is provided to women who might otherwise not receive necessary screenings and breast care with obtaining those services.

Derring, a five year breast cancer survivor stated, “We want to help prevent others from going through the same ordeal that many of us have gone through.”

Derring was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005 and underwent a full right breast mastectomy and seven months of very aggressive chemotherapy treatments. The Sisters Network Tupelo Chapter receives funding through Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation and Project Hope. The group participates each year in the Susan G. Komen North Mississippi Race for the Cure.

The Susan G. Komen for the Cure Breast Cancer Foundation was started in 1982 by Nancy G. Brinker to honor the memory of her sister Susan G. Komen, who died of breast cancer at the age of 36. Today, Komen for the Cure is the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists in the world. The 13th Annual Susan G. Komen North Mississippi Race for the Cure will be held Saturday October 23, 2010 beginning at 8 a.m. from the Mall at Barnes Crossing. Registration is $20 for a 1 mile Fun Run and $25 for an electronically scored race. Half of all proceeds generated go the Mississippi affiliate, which includes a 15-county area, to support breast health and provide breast cancer education, screening and treatment programs for underserved women in the region. The

remaining funds go to the national Susan G. Komen for the Cure Grants Program to fund breast cancer research. The net proceeds from the 2009 Race for the Cure provided $200,370 in local grants and $43, 800 for the Komen for the Cure Grant Program. Some area recipients of the local grants were Baptist Memorial Hospital in Booneville, Columbus, New Albany and Oxford, Sisters Network, NMMC Breast Care Center, and Spirit of Women.

For more information about the Komen North Mississippi Race for the Cure, you can call (662) 377-4903).

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photo by Shelby Daniel

tupelotalent

By Dr. John Russell

Past Wave Connection members join last year’s members on stage.

waveconnection: making waves in many ways

By Mary Thomas

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Smith had a hard time finding his voice. Having transferred in 8th grade from a small private school into the public 1997, he made Wave Connection and everything changed. ustin

school system, Justin had few friends and lacked confidence. Then, in

“When I auditioned for Wave Connection before ninth grade, I could not have imagined how much it would shape the next four years of my life,” Smith said. “My strongest friendships developed from the hours and hours spent in rehearsals.”

A decade later, Smith still keeps in touch with many of his show choir friends, and the confidence he gained on stage continues to affect every aspect of his life.

For years, Tupelo Public School District has understood the importance of music and dance in many of the students’ lives. In fact, THS was one of the first schools in the state to have a show choir. In the early 1970s, under the direction of Tim Coker, Tupelo High School formed its first song and dance troupe called, simply enough - “The Show Group”.

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From a fledgling cast of amateur performers, “The Show Group” has grown into the 56-member Wave Connection for male and female performers, and Sound Wave, the 52 member all-female group.

Calvin Ellis, THS’ Director of Chorus, oversees the high school’s two show choirs. He shares the students’ passion for music, thanks in part to his former music teachers. But, ironically, his life-long love began with a rule enforced by his football coach at Millington High School in Tennessee.

“He was amazing,” Ellis said of the coach. “He required all his players to be in band or chorus. He said it was an extension of the team – learning to work well with other people.

That’s what football is all about. And great athletes have to have good rhythm.”

“(Show choir) teaches you not only to use your talent, but it also teaches you about time management and discipline,”

This year, the THS choral program welcomed Dr. Debra Atkinson to its staff. Previously the director of choral activities at Mississippi University for Women, Atkinson said she fought an interior calling to music in earlier years until she saw the miracle it made in her daughter’s life.

“My oldest daughter had ADD. She struggled through school,” Atkinson said. “They had choir at her school and I saw what it did for her. The year after my daughter graduated, the teacher retired and I didn’t want the program to die.”

Taking over the high school program helped Atkinson realize music was more than a hobby. It had become a ministry. “I was finally where I was supposed to be,” she said.

Like Ellis and Atkinson, many of this year’s students are also feeling the “nudge” toward a career in music, including THS Senior Zoe Kelly. Kelly began her ninth grade year in Sound Wave and has spent the last three years performing with Wave Connection. This month, Kelly is auditioning for a spot with the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City. Had it not been for her experience with THS show choirs, she would not have considered auditioning at such a prestigious school. “(Show choir) teaches you not only to use your talent, but it also teaches you about time management and discipline,” Kelly said. “You have to be able to do that.”

Kelly’s sentiments are echoed by previous show choir members Roxie Thomas, and Zandria Ivy “Show choir taught me how to work in a

group full of diversity,” Ivy said from her home in Washington, DC. “From trained dancers to untrained dancers, and football players to madrigal singers, we were all working together as one. The stage was a place for all of us to leave ourselves at the door and truly learn the importance and many benefits of being able to work as a team.”

Roxie Thomas, who also lives in Washington, has made dance a career, teaching students at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School in Potomac, MD. She said show choir gave her a creative outlet and introduced her to a group of amazing friends who still keep in touch today.

“I can not stress enough how children of all ages and backgrounds need a creative outlet,” Thomas said. “It opens doors for professions, bridges gaps between subjects and gives a child the sense of belonging to something that is important.”

Show choir is hard work, but all the after-school and weekend rehearsals have paid off for show choir members this year. The two groups are combining efforts to raise enough money to travel in April to compete in “Finale”, an invitation-only national show choir championship. This year, Tupelo was one of only 30 show choirs in the nation to be invited to this coveted event.

“I don’t think people realize what talent we have here,” Ellis said of the two show choirs. “If given the opportunity to showcase it, the program will continue to explode. And we don’t need to confine this talent within the school walls.”

The community will have a chance to see why the THS show choirs were invited to New York when Wave Connection opens its fall performance Oct. 23 with “In the Heights.” Sound Wave’s performance kicks off in January.

“I want to give these students an opportunity to hear other choirs,” Ellis said.

“Our program will continue to grow, and this program has potential of being one of the most outstanding choir programs in the nation.” GT

If you are a former member of Wave Connection/ Sound Wave or have enjoyed past performances and would like to make a contribution toward funding the spring New York City trip, you may make a tax deductable donation through Create Foundation, PO Box 1053, Tupelo, MS 38802.

Please indicate on the check that the donation is for: THS Show Choir Wave Connection Performances: 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 23, 25 and 26 2:30 p.m. Oct. 24 THS Performing Arts Center Tickets: $7/advance from Wave Connection members, $8/at the door

Wave Connection members take a break from a recent practice.

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upcomingevents October 9 – November 20, 2010 Tupelo Quilt Connection Exhibit Location: Oren Dunn City Museum 662-841-6438 November 5-6, 2010 Mississippi State vs.

Auburn Ice Hockey 7:00 PM Location: BancorpSouth Arena Price: Tickets on sale: Oct 1, 2010 (Fri) 10:00 AM; Price is $5 + fees.

Public Skating following the hockey game; $5 for 60 minutes.

662-841-6528 www.bcsarena.com November 5, 2010 Purdie Silent Films Location: Concert Hall Link Centre 662-690-4011 www.link-centre.org rebecca@link-centre.org November 5, 2010 Global Outreach International of Tupelo Mississippi present “Mission Connection” Doors open at 5:30pm and Program begins at 7pm Location: Tupelo Furniture Market Price: Free 662-842-4615 www.globaloutreach.com

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November 6-27, 2010 Late, Great Chevys Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m., Closed Mondays and Thanksgiving Day. Location: Tupelo Automobile Museum Price: $10 for adults, $8 for Senior Citizens and AAA members, $5 for children ages 5-12, free for children 4 and under, and free for Tupelo Automobile Museum members. Pre-scheduled groups of 10 or more are admitted at a group rate of $7.50 each. Come see the progression of the Chevy from 1958 to the mid-’60s.

662-842-4242 www.tupeloauto.com

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November 8-14, 2010 The Week of Family 2010 various activities at various times and locations Location: Various locations Price: free The Week of the Family 2010 is issued by Mayor Jack Reed, Jr. He and the City Council are excited to participate in this event that is being organized by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a community committee.

Various activities will be taken place all of the city of Tupelo including family fun day at Fairpark. Jack Curtis will perform, segway rides, rockwall climbing, fire truck, bicycle rodeo, essay winners announced, Hog Roasters providing food, free t-shirts & bounce slides. Fire Dept & Police Dept will set up displays.

662-791-9026 gthorder@yahoo.com November 9, 2010 Tupelo Concert Association presents “Riders in the Sky” 7:30pm Location: Tupelo Civic Auditorium By definition, empirical data and critical acclaim, Riders in the Sky stands “hats & shoulders” above the rest of the purveyors of Comedy & Western! For thirty years, this classic cowboy quartet has been keeper of the flame passed on by the Sons of the Pioneers, Gene Autry and Roy Rogers. They are reviving and revitalizing western music and branding it with their own legendary wacky humor and way-out western wit!

662-842-3173, 662-4015246, 662-840-2658, 662-321-2898

November 10, 2010 Clearing the AIR 11:30am-1:00pm Location: BancorpSouth Arena There is no safe level of exposure to secondhand smoke. Join us to discuss a new public health initiative.

Everyone deserves to breathe smokefree air.

Lunch will be served.

Speakers include healthcare providers, elected officials, business owners and people who have been dramatically affected by exposure to secondhand smoke.

Come learn how you can help make Mississippi a healthier place to live!

Please make reservations for lunch!!!!!

1-866-724-6115 www.SmokefreeAirMS.com signe.shackelford@msdh. state.ms.us November 11, 2010 Indie Film Screening Burning in the Sun 6:30pm Location: Link Centre (Black Box Theatre) Price: $5 Filmmaker will be attending 662-841-6521 www.tupelofilmfestival.net November 11, 2010 RODNEY CARRINGTON Laughter’s Good Tour 7pm Location: BancorpSouth Arena Price: Tickets on sale now! $44.75 and $39.75 plus fees 662-841-6528 www.bcsarena.com November 12-14, 2010 Tupelo Flea Market & Craft Show/Gun & Knife Show Friday 5pm-9pm; Saturday 9am-7pm; Sunday 10am-5pm Location: Tupelo Furniture Market Price: $1 662-842-4442

November 13, 2010 American Indian Tools Display 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Location: Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center, milepost 266 near Tupelo, MS Price: Free of charge Mr. Pat Arinder will display replicas of prehistoric American Indian tools at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center on Saturday, November 13, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The presentation will contain examples of prehistoric American Indian stone tools, including knives, spears, bow and arrows, atlatls, grinding stones, and a bow drill. Mr. Arinder will share information about the tools with visitors and the replicas will be available for hands-on interpretation. Mr. Arinder has studied Early American and American Indian cultures for over 40 years, and has assembled a large collection of stone tools to lead living history programs. In addition to working with school groups, he has also shared his talents as a volunteer interpretive historian with the National Park Service at the Natchez Trace Parkway for the past fourteen years.

1-800-305-7417 www.nps.gov/natr

November 16, 2010 Tupelo Garden Club presents Holiday Floral Design Show Sessions begin at 1pm and the other at 7pm Location: All Saints Episcopal Church at 608 West Jefferson Street Price: Tickets: $10 & Gift Certificates: $1; Tickets are available from any Tupelo Garden Club member or at the following locations: Flowerdale Marketplace, Jody’s, Keep It Casual, Philips Garden Center, Mid South Nursery, and Reed’s Tupelo Garden Club presents our Holiday Floral Design Show featuring Ralph Null, internationally recognized leader in Floral Art and Design. His floral creations have been featured at White House state dinners, Presidential inaugurals, windows of Saks Fifth Avenue, and Macy’s Neiman Marcus catalogues, as well as many national and international publications.

662-642-4101 or 662841-1746 www.tupelogardenclub. com

November 16, 2010 Cellular South Networking at Noon 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Location: Parkway Visitor Center MP 266 North of Tupelo Price: This event is free of charge 662-680-4027 or 1-800-305-7417 www.nps.gov/natr amy_farrell@msn.com

November 20, 2010 Monthly Music Mix w/ Happy Goat Band Show starts at 7:30 p.m.

Location: 1800 West Main St Tupelo, MS - Concert Hall 662-690-4011 www.happygoatband.com Rebecca@link-centre.org

November 20-21, 2010 MS State Disc Golf Tournament 662-841-6440 www.tupeloparkrec.com oasis@tupelo.ms

November 20, 2010 Dulcimer Day 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Location: Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center, milepost 266 near Tupelo, MS Price: Free of charge A special program of dulcimer music will be provided by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 20, 2010, at the Parkway Visitor Center located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi.

The North Mississippi Dulcimer Association teaches dulcimer history, tradition, craftsmanship, and music by sharing its knowledge and talents.

The Appalachian mountain dulcimer is the first instrument developed in the United States. Dating back to the early 1800s, the dulcimer is an instrument whose very name means “sweet sound.” The National Park Service and the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association invite everyone to listen to the soft sweet sounds of the dulcimer and learn of its extensive history.

1-800-305-7417 www.nps.gov/natr November 21, 2010 Memphis vs. LSU Basketball 4pm Location: BancorpSouth Arena Price: Tickets on sale now! $75, $50, $35, $25 and $10 + fees 662-841-6528 www.bcsarena.com November 24, 2010 Disney on Ice Princess Classics 7pm Location: BancorpSouth Arena Price: Tickets on sale: Oct 4, 2010 (Mon) 10:00 AM; Rinkside-$40, VIP-$30, $20 and $12 + fees 662-841-6528 www.bcsarena.com

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November 26-28, 2010 Disney on Ice Princess Classics Times vary Location: BancorpSouth Arena Price: Tickets on sale: Oct 4, 2010 (Mon) 10:00 AM; Rinkside-$40, VIP-$30, $20 and $12 + fees 662-841-6528 www.bcsarena.com November 26-28, 2010 Tupelo Flea Market & Craft Show Friday 5pm-9pm; Saturday 9am-7pm; Sunday 10am-5pm Location: Tupelo Furniture Market Price: $1 662-842-4442

November 27, 2010 Pioneer Day 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Location: Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center, milepost 266 near Tupelo, MS Price: Free of charge The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will perform living history demonstrations that show the challenges faced and creative solutions developed by those Americans who lived in the area from the 1700s to 1840. The demonstrations will take place at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center (located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi) from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 27, 2010. The public is

invited to watch pioneer lifestyle activities that often include corn-shuck doll making, basket weaving, beading, and quill pen demonstrations.

Leatherworking and mountain dulcimer demonstrations will also be offered throughout the day. Children are invited to participate by dressing up in pioneer clothes and trying these activities firsthand.

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November 30, 2010 Broadway South Series Presents “Grease” Location: BancorpSouth Arena Price: Three Show Package (Three Show Package (Grease, Rain, Legally Blonde) - $160, $130, $99 + fees OR Four Show Package (Above 3 + The Color Purple) - $210, $175, $130 + fees ) 1st show in the Broadway South Series 662-841-6528 www.bcsarena.com November 30-December 30, 2010 Annual Holiday Exhibit Location: Oren Dunn Museum 662-841-6438

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