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HOMES & GARDENS

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LOOKING FOR A NEW HOME

TUPELO GARDEN CLUB

Beautiful Backyard Gardens on Tour $3.50

Homes for Sale/ New Subdivisions

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feature:

Home Sweet Home Home of Karen & Kurt Collins on Poplar Springs in Deer Park subdivision

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09 2010 home & garden tour........................................................................... 11 home design: making the transition......................................................... 28 spring garden tips for north mississippi................................................ 30 outdoor lighting......................................................................................... 32 tupelo neighborhoods................................................................................ 35 featured homes for sale............................................................................ 45 health: sisters network............................................................................. 49 health: catch colorectal cancer early................................................... 51 health: sleep apnea...................................................................................... 54 spirit of women............................................................................................ 56 Letter from the editor...............................................................................

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PREMIERE ISSUE

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

As we went to press with this edition, I can’t help but make a note of the first truly warm days we’ve had this year. It has been a cold winter and I, for one, really appreciate the warm days we’ve had lately. With that said, what better time to come out with our Homes and Gardens edition? In this edition, we take a look at the Tupelo Garden Club’s Tour of Homes scheduled for later this spring. We also go inside and show one of the area’s most beautiful homes, along with feature stories that will help get you ready for indoor and outdoor decorating this spring. For those looking to buy a home, we take a look at three of the area’s newer subdivisions and we also give a showing of homes for sale.

As you can see on this page, we are adding a new product to the family. Tupelo Style will launch this spring. With times being as tough as they are, we wanted to offer those businesses that don’t have a big budget the opportunity to advertise in a full-color, glossy magazine. There are many different lifestyles in this city, and we will use Tupelo Style to show just that.

So be on the lookout for it soon.

I also want to say a big THANK YOU to our advertisers. Please let them know you saw their ad in Greater Tupelo and patronize them whenever possible. May God Bless each of you.

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2010 Home and Garden Tour Saturday, May 22, 9:00-3:00 Sunday, May 23, 1:00-5:00 Tour the homes and gardens of Mary and Sam Pace, Dolores and Reggie Rose, Yvette and Wayne Slocum, and Carol and James Threadgill. This year’s event includes demonstrations on container gardening, minilectures by Master Gardeners, a raffle of unique garden items, and light refreshments served at the Slocum residence.

Tickets: $10 Raffle tickets: $2 Proceeds will benefit projects of the Tupelo Garden Club, including the preservation of the historic home and gardens at the Private John Allen Fish Hatchery.

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 Reed’s

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Dr. Wayne and Yvette Slocum 1915 Forest Park The Slocum’s French-Acadian style home was built in 1995. It has a Hip roof style that promotes air flow throughout the home. All the doors and windows have cypress lintels.

The pool is surrounded by a large pool house and the courtyard. The courtyard is made of brick, surrounded by wrought iron and brick columns. The courtyard has raised brick planters, containing crepe myrtles, hollies, boxwoods, assorted annuals, ivy and hostas.

The pool and the spa are connected by a waterfall. The waterfall and several fountains provide a tranquil water sound.

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Yvette enjoys container gardening. The courtyard is filled with pots of ferns, ivy, annuals and perennials, giving great color. Iron furniture and generous porches make the courtyard a Slocum favorite. French doors line the porches, bringing the outdoors inside. The front door is flanked by gas lights made in New Orleans.

The pool, courtyard, raised planters and wrought iron fencing were designed by Pete Poland. The courtyard has an amazing wrought-iron covered drainage system that keeps water from pooling on the brick.

Garden art is incorporated into the raised planters and containers to give a touch of whimsy to the courtyard. The pool house, with its 22-foot vaulted and exposed beam ceiling, provides the perfect spot for entertaining.

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James and Carol Threadgill 3119 Plantation Circle James and Carol Threadgill turned to Charles Skinner of C & S Landscaping Services when they wanted to update their backyard to provide privacy and address drainage issues.

Charles’ design dramatically expanded the footprint of the house - 21 columns, consisting of 22,000 bricks; serve to divide the space into rooms.

Arbors throughout add height and architectural interest. Walkways are slate, fractured river rock or stained concrete, all chosen to alleviate the need to mow.

The entire area is wrapped in a teak hued fence, the color being a mix of stain and paint thinner.

The main outdoor room is a natural extension from the sunroom and includes a tall brick fireplace featuring an antique mantel from Old Mississippi Brick. Comfortable outdoor furniture, softened by neutral cushions, surrounds the fireplace. Since the area is covered by a tongue and groove pine structure, is wired digitally, and cooled by an overhead fan, it can be used any time of the year.

There are three other distinct garden rooms and even more seating is available on 14-inch high sitting walls. Designed as a drainage solution, these walls now serve as a perfect place to watch James cook on the Big Green Egg. Carol uses pots of coleus, rosemary and gardenias to draw the

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eye to important spots. Two sweet bay magnolias provide height and shade while an evergreen clematis welcomes visitors. Smeared brick on the existing chimney and fireplace surround adds softness to the main seating areas, and recently planted vines will soon cover some of the columns.

Charles created a one of a kind water feature by anchoring a bottle tree in a raised pool, thus producing year-round color that will nev-

er have to be watered. New gold lantana has been planted to attract butterflies, and birds visit daily to snack on volunteer sunflowers.

The project was completed using four craftsmen, meticulous planning and patience, and the result was well worth the wait. The Threadgills love their space and Charles fulfilled his goal of improving the quality of life one yard at a time.

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Sam and Mary Pace 2013 North Parc Circle Dr. Sam and Mary Pace had a desire to restore and expand their existing swimming pool terraces, add an outdoor kitchen and dining place with a fireplace, and expand the existing lawn area into a large useable space at their beautiful home in north Tupelo.

The swimming pool and spa terraces were expanded to reflect the curvilinear shape of the swimming pool and provide additional entertainment space.

The lawn area and adjacent garden was created as an expansion of the swimming pool terrace and outdoor kitchen/dining area. There is a wall and fence combination that provide a support system for the climbing roses.

The outdoor living area is divided into two gardens-the lawn/perennial garden and the woodland garden. The lawn area is exposed to full sunlight and enclosed with the intense perennial garden (primarily made of new varieties of coneflowers, daisies, phlox, climbing roses and peonies), while the woodland garden area is dappled in sunlight and planted with under story plant species, providing color and interest all year.

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Reggie and Dolores Rose 636 Highland Circle Originally built in 1942, the house had a floor furnace to heat the entire house, but was upgraded in the 1950’s to a radiant heating system. Air conditioning was added in the early 1970’s. A “European Approach” upstairs suite was added in the early 1980’s.

Beginning in 2005, the house has undergone a complete, top-tobottom, inside-out updating with a new roof, kitchen, refinished floors and state of the art upstairs and downstairs bathrooms. A new garden transformation was also a part of the charming home.

A “Cottage Garden” surrounds the house. Reggie’s Bunsai are also available for viewing in the backyard.

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home sweet home Home of Karen & Kurt Collins on Poplar Springs in Deer Park subdivision

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uxurious, stylish and comfortable is how you may describe

Karen Collins. The 5,900 2008 by West Home Design, is located in the Poplar Springs area of the Deer Park subdivision in east Tupelo and is a sight to see. the beautiful home of

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The brick and Country French home faces a beautiful lake and has six bedrooms and six baths, which includes a guest house attached to the main unit.

The two-story home has gas lanterns lighting up the doors and wood shutters along the windows.

Inside the house, the kitchen is a large open-spaced area with beautiful distressed wood cabinets from Pierce Cabinets. There are Cambria countertops and cooking is made easier with a 48-inch commercial-style cook top with double ovens.

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The family room is an important gathering place for the Collins’s. It is beautifully decorated, with hardwood floors and a warm, cozy fireplace located under the hi-def television. The room faces the lake in front of the house, which makes for beautiful scenery.

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The main bath downstairs is very large with beautiful travertine floors. There is a huge walk-in shower with a tumble marbled accent and openings on both sides.

The master bedroom is spacious with 11-foot crown molding ceilings and hardwood floors. It has a great view of the backyard pool.

Attached to the main house is the beautiful and spacious guest house. It has more of a lodge feel to it. Is has hard floors and is decorated with sturdy leather and wood furniture.

There are decorations of game on the walls, included deer, antelope, and large-mouth bass.

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Adding value to the house is the outdoor kitchen and the beautiful pool area. The outdoor kitchen has a fireplace, a grill, sink and ceiling fan for those hot summer days. The pool has a water fountain and blends in with the natural landscape. GT

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Transition I

By J. Britt Caldwell

Making the

Southeast tends to lag behind the rest of the country when it comes to home design. However, in Northeast Mississippi , we may have stumbled onto something. More and more customers everyday are expressing their desire to change their décor to “contemporary.” If that were truly so, then they would be buying everything from Sputnik inspired lighting to chrome and acrylic furniture. What they are really expressing is a desire for “transitional design”. Transitional design takes the stuffiness and clutter out of traditional style and removes the coldness of contemporary style creating a refreshing mix of both.

A warm, casual, comfortable feeling is coupled with an air of urbane sophistication. t has been said that the

Traditional design’s popularity can be attributed to the fact that you can discover a fresh look by adding in some simple and sleek elements without casting aside those traditional items you’ve inherited or collected. A total remodel or abandoning of everything you already own isn’t required because transitional design allows you to still utilize elements from multiple styles.

A good place to start is with lighting. Your light fixture is often one of the more prominent design elements in a room, and yet may be one of the first overlooked aspects when the home was constructed. Switching out a dated Williamsburg brass chandelier is an easy and inexpensive change that will have an immediate high-impact on achieving a more transitional theme. The Casual Transitions collection by industry leader Kichler Lighting “unites traditional and contemporary, equating to a classic, timeless design.” While lighting newcomer Varaluz states, “We just take a different tack with time-honored shapes and forms. We try to have fun by taking unexpected directions.”

Another application to get you on the road to a transitional feel is with art. Don’t be afraid to retire the monkeys, poppies or hunting scenes to an upstairs guest bedroom. Find an abstract, unframed gallery mounted piece that speaks to you.

Place it above your traditional sofa or the English mahogany chest of drawers. Art is the safest place to have the most fun.

Seek out vibrant colors. What’s great is that here in greater Tupelo, we have so many talented local artists. So, finding the right piece won’t be difficult.

Transitional furniture incorporates lines with less ornamentation than traditional styles, but not as simple as contemporary design. Choosing clean-lined classic pieces can create an environment that is comfortable and inviting. The scale of these pieces is not overwhelming or overstuffed. Asian inspired furniture – antique or reproduction – are a great

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Transitional design takes the stuffiness and clutter out of traditional style and removes the coldness of contemporary style way to go transitional and still have an antique influence to your design. Also, home furnishings crafted from natural materials and reclaimed objects are showcased amid transitional design elements. Again, simplicity and straight lines are the key.

Transitional design may be best described as “less is more!” Clutter can often be the end-result of traditional design. Try removing at least half of the items on a piece of furniture or in a bookshelf, especially the little things. Sleek art glass, metallic objects and stylish table lamps can do wonders for a vignette. Another quick fix is simply updating tired old lamp

shades. Accessories can define your style as much as anything.

Get the best of both worlds!

Combining conservative, traditional or historical designs with innovative and fresh modern designs is thought provoking and requires an eye for balance.

Done correctly, the result is clean, timeless and very appealing. Add a bit of now to a classic room, whether it’s art, accessories or lighting. So pick your own Wikipedia definition of transitional style. . . “an updated classic,” “classic with a contemporary twist” or “new takes on old classics.” Then have fun Making the Transition! GT

Design Time • The idea is to avoid extremes.

• Sooth the eye by doing away with clutter. Shoot for light & airy.

• Have fun with mixing and matching…fabrics, woods & finishes.

• Pair contemporary art or abstract objects with traditional furniture.

• Updated lighting adds beauty and drama to any space.

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Spring Garden Tips

North Mississippi

By Lelia Scott Kelly, Ph.D

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y this time all able gardeners should be getting geared up for all those spring clean-up chores.

Have you done the weedHave

ing, fertilizing, mulching, transplanting, pruning and all those other activities that seem to pile-up this time of year? you dug up and separated all those overgrown perennials?

Have you put into motion all those grand plans you formulated

in your mind as you lounged in front of the fire this winter? If not, don’t fret. The gardening season is just beginning and

you have plenty of time. Enjoy the season. Do what you are able to do and don’t think about the rest!

By mid-April all danger of frost should be past and it will be safe to plant annual vines like moonflower, morning glory, scarlet runner beans, and black-eyed Susan vine (Thunbergia). All of these require support such as a trellis, wire or string. These annual vines are easy to grow and can be used in many ways in the garden: to accent a doorway

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or other entryway, to dress-up a mailbox, lamppost or other structure, to provide visual interest to walls or fences, and to draw the eye upward in the landscape. Pick a spot that needs some vertical interest and seasonal color. The location should receive full sun and have well-drained soil. There are other choices of annual vines that can be used ornamentally. How

about the small-fruited ornamental gourds, the firecracker vine (Mina lobata), the attractive white-flowered luffa gourd vine, the beautiful hyacinth bean vine, the old-timey cypress vine, or, if you started them early enough, the fragrant sweet pea?

Another spring activity you might consider is making a moss covered container. It is simple to make one of these spiffy little garden accessories. Look for green sheet moss at a florist’s shop or a crafts store or do like I do and collect fresh moss from the woods. I use a flat-blade shovel or just my fingers to gently scrape the

green moss from the ground. Try to keep it together and not break it apart as you remove as much of the soil as possible. Wrapping these sheets of moss around plastic or clay pots, baskets, or wooden crates can transform these items into charming centerpieces. All you need to attach the moss to the container is white glue or you could use a hot glue gun if you’re the impatient type. Bark, twigs and raffia wraps can be added to the container to create interesting shapes or textural contrast. Woodsy-type plants like ferns, violets, or any rustic-type floral arrangement look great in these mosscovered containers.

Over time, the moss will fade and turn brown. To keep the moss looking fresh, spray the surface of the moss with this mixture: combine 1 and one half cups of water with 3 drops of green food coloring and 1 drop of yellow food coloring. Lightly mist the moss with the dye and let it dry.

Now is the time to mulch perennial beds to control weeds and conserve moisture. I use pine needles, as I live next to a huge pine thicket. Use what you have handy as mulch.

Of course, pine bark and hardwood barks are available commercially and work well also.

Apply mulch to a depth of 4 inches and keep mulch off crowns of perennials.

Fertilize all spring-flowering shrubs and trees after they bloom. Use a 15-15-15 fertilizer on deciduous shrubs and trees and an azalea/ camellia acid fertilizer on evergreens. Follow recommendations on the fertilizer for application rates. Do not prune summer-flowering shrubs like buddleia (butterfly bush) and althea (Rose of Sharon) after these have fully leafed out or you will disturb growth and bloom of the plant. Prune spring-flowering shrubs like camellia, azalea, rhododendron, spirea, forsythia and others after they finish blooming.

Late April or early May, depending on the weather, is when you become serious about getting that warm-season vegetable garden planted—up to now, our excuses have been too wet, too cold, too weedy, or too lazy. After years of practice I know what vegetables my family will eat and how much I need to grow for fresh eating, for freezing and canning. If you need some guidance on this, go to the county Extension office and ask for the “Garden Tabloid.” It shows the yield in pounds of various vegetables for a 100-foot row. If you preserve your vegetables and want to know how many quarts you can get from a bushel of corn, for instance, you need the Extension publication “Complete Guide to Home Canning.” Plant only what your family will eat or you may wind up in the predicament I found myself in several years ago when I over planted zucchini squash. I brilliantly took care of the abundant harvest by stealthily leaving piles of squash on the front seats of unlocked cars parked at my son’s little league baseball games!

Spring is the time to get a head start on those gardening chores so you can enjoy the fruits of your labor in the weeks to come. GT

Lelia Scott Kelly is a Consumer Horticulture Specialist atMississippi State University Extension Service.

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safetytips Yard Work Accidents are Common This Time of Year. Here are

7 Tips

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his time of year, you can’t help but notice the chainsaws buzzing and the hum of wood chippers reducing twigs, branches and what were once towering trees into mulch. Not to mention, the noise coming from edgers, rototillers and other machines working hard to get the yard ready for winter. As long as the weather is nice, do-it-yourselfers will be out in force cleaning up yards across the country.

If you’re planning to join the ranks, be sure to take the time to study up on safety precautions before operating equipment like chainsaws, chippers and edgers. They can be dangerous if you don’t take the proper safety measures.

Since January 2000, there have been dozens of claims involving people who were injured while using rented yard equipment, according to ARA Insurance Services, an insurance company owned by the American Rental Association.

Here’s the breakdown: • Wood chipper accidents — 11 claims • Chain saw accidents — 12 claims • Log splitter accidents — 11 • Accidents involving rototillers — 6 claims • Stump grinder accidents — 6 claims Don’t become the next statistic. Make sure you know how to operate the equipment before getting started.

A good place to turn for safety advice when it comes to using these machines is the very place you get the equipment — your local equipment rental store.

When you arrive, tell the person behind the counter what you want to accomplish and they will help you find the equipment you need to get the job done.

Rental store employees are also regularly trained on using the equipment and can provide you with plenty of tips for proper and safe use.

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“We always recommend safety items, such as glasses, masks and gloves,” says Buddy Stubbs, owner of buddy Busylad Rent-All in Tupelo. stubbs “Our yard guys always explain safe operation of the equipment before they let them check out. There is a checklist we use to make sure the customer understands how to operate the equipment they rent.”

If, for example, you’re planning to cut down a pine tree with a trunk that’s three feet in diameter, they will help you find the proper saw and show you the right way to handle it. You’ll likely be urged to first clear away dirt, debris, small limbs and rocks from the area you’re planning to cut. Then before turning on the saw, to check controls, chain tension and all bolts and handles to ensure they are functioning properly.

You’ll also be instructed to wear protective equipment when operating the saw, which includes hand, foot, leg, eye, face, hearing and head protection.

Chippers can also be dangerous when they aren’t handled in the correct way.

A machine that is powerful enough to chew up tree limbs and then spit them out as little chips can easily do the same to a hand or arm, according to ARA Insurance Services.

The Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration

put together these seven tips to keep in mind while operating a chipper: 1. Never reach into a chipper while it is operating.

2. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing around a chipper.

3. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and safety instructions.

4. Use earplugs, safety glasses, hard hats and gloves.

5. Protect yourself from contacting operating chipper components by guarding the infeed and discharge ports, and preventing the opening of the access covers or doors until the drum or disc completely stops.

6. Maintain at least two tree or log lengths between chipper operations and other workers.

7. If your chipper is jammed, make sure the engine is turned off when you try and remove the shrub or branch.

No matter what kind of equipment you’re renting, chainsaws, chippers or some other tool, be sure to ask the clerk you’re dealing with to include the instruction manual and any safety information they may have.

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outdooraccents The Many Options of

outdoor lig ht ing A

By Kathryn Gatlin

h, moonlight. It’s perfect for new-fallen snow, campouts, and romance. Not so great for garden steps, garage entrances or the bushes next to the back door. So now what?

Somewhere between the exposed bulb dangling from a wire

over your door and the “outdoor illumination” overkill (think “Christmas Vacation” with

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Chevy Chase) is a solution.

As a rule of thumb, every change in elevation should be well-lit, so that each step is visible after dark.

First priority in designing an outdoor lighting plan for your property, of course, should be for the safety of your family and guests as they enter and exit after dark. Adequate wattage varies in each situation, but having enough light to illuminate the front and back doors or porches, the garage, driveway, and any stairs approaching those areas, is critical and should be at the top of the list. Add to that list the security issues of protecting the property itself, and you will have covered the basics.

Placing floodlights near the corners of your house, installed beyond easy reach and well-aimed to eliminate dark shadows, will go far to discourage prowlers and vandals.

That said, it’s time to consider a whole new concept of what can happen when the right light falls on the right place around your home. Dramatize your landscape features by surrounding a pool, spotlighting a fountain, or backlighting an ornamental tree near the patio with lowvoltage or line-voltage lights. Extend hospitality beyond your home onto your patio or deck and out into the garden.

Make the view reach to the far edges of your property by silhouetting interesting small trees and accenting mature trees with uplighting from the ground or downlighting from the branches. Spotlight a statue at the end of a garden walk for a focal point at night. The perspective becomes even more appealing when inclement weather keeps you indoors, as you can appreciate those features in rain, snow or fog from a distance.

Look to your flower beds for another layer of light, and install spread lights to softly cover a wide area in a circular pattern. As a rule of thumb, every change in elevation should be well-lit, so that each step is visible after dark. Be creative with low path lights and post lanterns, as well as lighting attached to the house. Remember, too, to make certain that wherever you use uplighting (lit from the ground upwards to cast shadows or graze an interesting texture of masonry or vegetation), the light doesn’t shine into your eyes, causing you to miss a step or an edge.

It’s a good idea to conceal the source of light behind shrubs, trees and walls except when the fixture is decorative and needs to be seen. Recessed cans are useful for overall light, set under the eaves or in an outdoor room or porch. For cooking or grilling, it’s a must. Beware: All meat looks “done” in the dark!

Beyond function, go for looks. New outdoor chandeliers and fans can be installed in amazing places. Add another layer of light by placing handsome weighted outdoor lamps on side tables on your porch or patio. Always use dimmers where possible; you’ll need full light for locating a guest’s dropped earring during a party, but will miss the beauty of dusk and the ambience of candlelight without this feature.

Finish off your night “vision” with great-looking outdoor art and sculpture, highlighted with small spots, over a mantel or on a wall. If you want to keep the moonlight and stars to yourself, consider using dark-sky fixtures or LED lighting, focusing the light downward to prevent “light trespass.” Never aim a spotlight toward your neighbor’s windows, by the way. It’s annoying and distracting. Using automatic timers and photocells will help you manage the lighting for your schedule .New features are introduced every year in the lighting industry; it just gets better and better.

View your outdoor lighting plan as an investment in itself. Dramatic lighting enhances the overall appearance of your property, increasing the resale value. Full benefit of your landscaping investment is assured when the night view is as attractive as the day view. GT

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New Subdivisions

Offer Variety to Home Buyers

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everal new subdivisions have popped up around the Tupelo area recently, offering home buyers a variety of options.

We take a look at three of those subdivisions; Cottonwood, Autumn Hills and Lake Circle.

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Cottonwood Estates

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Cottonwood Subdivision Cottonwood is located in West Tupelo, just north of the airport off West Jackson Street. For those looking for lower priced, affordable homes, this would be a good place to look. Phase one of the development is made up of patio homes with restricted covenants. The developer calls the subdivision country living right in the middle of town and is a good fit for first-time home buyers or those looking to downsize. There will be four phases to the project. The second phase will consist of larger homes.

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Lake Circle

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Lake Circle Subdivision Lake Circle, a new West Tupelo development, is an extension of the popular, family-friendly Lakefield and Woodside Circle subdivisions. The professionally landscaped entrance to Lake Circle is located on Butler Road but also has an entrance from Woodside Circle. Lake Circle is Tupelo’s first cluster-zoning development, meaning approximately 25% of the subdivision is devoted to open space including the lakes,

parks, and play areas. The neighborhood highlights a string of lakes, making it truly aesthetically pleasing. Homes will range between 1800 to 3000 square feet and include neighborhood lawn maintenance. With its convenient location near the Tupelo Country Club, Ballard Park, soccer fields, and in the Parkgate Elementary School District, Lake Circle is certain to be an asset in Tupelo’s development & growth.

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Autumn Hills

Autumn Hills Subdivision Autumn Hills is located on Butler Road, just outside the city limits and just two miles from the Tupelo Country Club. It is an elegant neighborhood with upscale homes, nestled in among beautiful country landscape. There are many upscale, French-Style homes with manicured yards and

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even a few outside kitchens. Phase 2 is being developed and will offer estate lots around a beautiful lake. A walking track will be added and measures are being taken to make sure all homes are being built in a manner to secure the future beauty of the subdivision.

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featuredhomes

Summerlin | 4BR/3BA | $229,700

Oak Meadows | 5BR/3.5BA | $428,000

Cottonwood | 3BR/2BA | $129,900

North Ridge Crossing | 3BR/2.5BA | $247,900

North Ridge Crossing | 5BR/4BA | $364,700

The Gates at North Ridge 3BR/3.5BA | $297,900

Old Payne Place | 4BR/2.5BA | $219,000

Bordeaux | 4BR/3.5BA | $359,000

Bordeaux | 4BR/3BA | $379,900

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842 Indian Oaks

408 S Foster

2818 Orchid Circle

2006 Modeannia

171 Poplar Springs

167 Garden Park

149 Stage Dr. Saddlecreek

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Harvester Square | 4BR/3BA | $249,900

Lake Circle | 4BR/3BA | $285,000

Lake Circle | 3BR/2BA | $239,000

Fairpark | 4BR/4.5BA | $349,900

Northshire 4BR/3BA | $274,900

Northshire | 5BR/3BA | $365,000

Lake Circle | 4BR/3BA | $334,500

Lake Circle | 3BR/2BA | $199,900

Lake Circle | 3BR/2BA | $199,900

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125 Scenic Cove | Saltillo | $284,900 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths

159 Northridge | Saltillo | $237,500 3 bedrooms, 2 baths

1862 Cla-wood Place | Tupelo | $210,000 4 bedrooms, 3 baths

133 Rosedale | Tupelo | $249,900 4 bedrooms, 3 baths

114 Carroll Rd | Saltillo | $198,700 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths

2850 Edinburgh Park Drive | Tupelo | $379,000 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths

623 N. Gloster, #413 | Tupelo | $109,900 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths

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Sisters Network provides vital link to breast cancer survivors.

By Cindy Howle

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very woman needs a compassionate support network when faced with the terrifying diagnosis of breast cancer.

Fortunately, the Sisters Network Tupelo Chapter (SNTC) is there, a 35-member organization comprised of breast canSNTC offers information and encouragement to African American women, among whom breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer, with an estimated 19,000 new cases for 2009. cer survivors and advocates. The

Since its formation in 1994, the national Sisters Network, Inc. has become a vital link for breast cancer survivorship and now boasts 43 chapters nationwide. The Tupelo chapter is the only one in Mississippi and serves the counties of Lee, Pontotoc, Prentiss, Chickasaw, Monroe and Union. It was established in 2003 by Edna Ware who, as both nurse and breast cancer patient, saw a desperate need for mammogram

funding and health information for fellow African American women.

“She wanted women to know breast cancer is real,” said SNTC President Norma Derring. “She saw it every day.”

President Derring, herself a four-year breast cancer survivor, is a creative, soft-spoken leader spearheading SNTC’s mission to increase local awareness of breast cancer. She likes

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Many AfricanAmerican women are diagnosed late, after the disease has progressed to its final stages. The lack of regular medical checkups and self exams are a real problem, said Derring. to sleep on her ideas, knowing decisions will reflect on the entire group.

“When I have ideas we vote on it. Everyone is one in our group. I look at it as sisters. We depend on each other.”

As part of a regional campaign, SNTC volunteers and members visit as many counties as possible with life-saving information. They attend health fairs, seminars, and workshops where they dialogue with the community in an effort to break the silence surrounding breast cancer and raise consciousness of the disease.

And it is a consciousness that needs raising. The mortality rate is higher with African Americans than Caucasians, due in part to disparities in income, education, and ethnicity. Many African-American women are diagnosed late, after the disease has progressed to its final stages. The lack of regular medical check-ups and self exams are a real problem, said Derring.

“We get our eyes checked and our hair done, but we never think how valuable it is to get our breasts checked by a doctor,” she said.

Associate member Teresa Roberts, RN, MSM, believes African Americans take their health for granted. “If you don’t feel it, there’s nothing wrong with you. We don’t go to the doctor … our income is not as high,” Roberts said.

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SNTC works hard to change these attitudes. Annual doctor visits, self exams and mammograms are keys to survival, says Roberts, who has been medically trained to teach others about breast cancer.

Funding comes from various resources including the Susan G, Komen Foundation, Race for the Cure, grant money, and donations from churches and private companies. At times, SNTC members will even pay for travel and event tickets out of personal funds.

“It all comes back to you double fold,” Roberts says.

Each year SNTC pays for over 100 mammograms for uninsured women on a first-come, first-served basis, according to Derring, who wishes they could do more.

And when the demand for mammograms exceeds the funding, the Sisters Network tries to locate other resources for those left in the waiting line.

In the case of a positive diagnosis, the sisterhood offers support and encouragement through group meetings, seminars and workshops, especially for those who lack health insurance and financial resources.

“If they don’t have insurance, some refuse treatment. We let them know there is help if they don’t have funds for treatment. Maybe they cannot pay all, but some. We cross each bridge as it comes,” said Derring, who has seen too many people trapped in this situation.

The number of uninsured Americans currently hovers around 45.7 million.

Derring recalls a woman whose husband left her and their child during cancer treatment. After moving in with her father, the woman needed transportation for medical care. The Sisters Network was able to connect her with willing drivers. Derring dreams of one day having a van to transport women in similar situations to their necessary medical visits.

In addition to offering education and assistance, the SNTC brings women together to celebrate. Their annual Pink Ribbon Luncheon in August is a festive event that caters to the unique issues of women who have survived breast cancer. It’s all about pink, pink, and more pink – the national symbol for breast cancer awareness – and includes a featured guest speaker, a fashion show sponsored by Belk’s, door prizes, and special entertainment.

Other events include Pink Teas, a Prayer Breakfast, the National Gift for Life Block Walk, a Pink Sunday, and representation at the national annual Sisters Network Conference in Houston, TX. At SNTC meetings, held the first Monday of each month in the Link Centre Library, they are a busy group. They take notes, chart calendar dates, and share opinions, always with the focus on sharing with others.

Derring is honored SNTC has been chosen for this award.

“At a health fair in Columbus a young lady walked up to me. She said, ‘Thank-you. You might not remember me, but I walked through a year ago and hesitated to get anything, but I took a brochure,’’ Derring remembered.

After reading and sharing the fliers with her aunt, both went for their first mammogram. The aunt was diagnosed with breast cancer. “The young lady told me, ‘You might not know it, but you helped save a life.” “[This award] is going to give members the urge to do more and others to do more, inspire them. . . We want to help others, to make a difference in someone else’s life. That’s very awesome to be able to do that.” GT

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Catch Colorectal Cancer Early for Best Outcome

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by Stephen T. Amann, M.D.

olorectal cancer remains the third leading cause of cancer death. It affects men and women equally. About

75 percent of all new cases of colorectal cancer can occur in people with no known predisposing factors for the disease. Incidence increases with age, beginning around age 40 years. However, racial differences in colorectal cancer survival have been observed. African-American men and women with colorectal cancer are 50 percent more likely to die from the disease.

Because of recent awareness and increased screening, the incidence and mortality rates of colorectal cancer have decreased, after consistently increasing over the past few decades. However, here is still a long way to go. Despite the convincing evidence supporting colorectal cancer screening, it is estimated that only half of the Americans considered at risk have been screened.

Colorectal cancer begins with no symptoms at all. Generally, a polyp (benign growth in the colon) forms and over time becomes a cancer. As these changes occur, there can be some warning signs. These include rectal bleeding and blood in your stool (bright red, black, or very dark), a change in your bowel movements, especially in the shape of the stool (e.g., narrow like a pencil), cramping pain in your lower abdomen

or frequent gas pains, discomfort in or the urge to move your bowels when there is no need, weight loss without dieting and constant fatigue.

Facts to remember: • Men and women are considered to be average risk for colorectal cancer if they are age 50 or older and have no high risk factors. They should get screening testing done starting at age 50. African-Americans should start at age 45. • High risk factors include a family history of either colorectal cancer or adenomatous polyps, especially if under age 60, and a personal history of adenomatous polyps or inflammatory bowel disease. Also, a family history of multiple cancers involving the breast, ovary, uterus and other

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Men and women are considered to be average risk for colorectal cancer if they are age 50 or older and have no high risk factors. They should get screening testing done starting at age 50. African-Americans should start at age 45. organs increases risk. If you are at high risk, then screening should start at age 40 or sooner. Check with your physician for the time to start.

The best way to screen for colorectal cancer is colonoscopy, an endoscopic test that evaluates the entire colon with a video scope.

The advantage of colonoscopy over other screening tests is that any polyps found can be removed during the same comfortable and safe procedure. Some sedation is used and a colon cleansing prep is required the day before. If the test is normal, the next screening colon exam is generally recommended in 10 years.

Another screening options is flexible sigmoidoscopy (a shorter endoscopic test) and ACBE (barium enema X-ray) - these tests are

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used together to evaluate the entire colon.

Minimal discomfort is noted as they are performed while awake. A colon cleansing prep is required. Unfortunately they can only detect polyps or cancer. If a lesion is noted, then a colonoscopy is recommended so the area can be treated. If these tests are normal, the next screening exams are recommended in five years. Other options for colorectal screening are available but not for prime time just yet.

Consider these findings that can help decrease risk for colorectal cancer: • Red meat intake is associated with increased risk of colorectal though the reasons are unclear. • Though the evidence is mixed, a high fiber diet appears to reduce colorectal cancer risk and has other benefits to the gastrointestinal system. • Whole fruits and vegetables are protective against colorectal cancer. • Calcium supplements, in the presence of adequate levels of vitamin D, help protect against colorectal cancer. • With the exception of calcium and folate, there is little reason to recommend supplements (e.g., anti-oxidant vitamins, trace metals). • Smoking increases colorectal cancer risk, which is another good reason to avoid smoking. • Alcohol increases the risk of colorectal cancer, particularly in the presence of low folate levels. • Physical activity reduces colorectal cancer risk, while obesity increases it. The interaction between diet-exercise-obesity and colorectal cancer is complex.

Take time to discuss with your primary health care provider or local gastroenterologist about colorectal cancer and screening options. Gastroenterologists are medical specialists with extensive training in diseases of the digestive tract and endoscopy. Unfortunately, in the early stage of colorectal cancer, when it is most curable, there are frequently no symptoms. Screening is the only way to find polyps or the precursors of colorectal cancer.

If the polyp is removed, it cannot develop into cancer, and colorectal cancer has been prevented. Make a choice to save your life or someone you love. Get screened for colorectal cancer. GT

Stephen T. Amann, M.D., is a board-certified gastroenterologist with Digestive Health Specialists, P.A., He serves as medical director for the Center for Digestive Health on the North Mississippi Medical Center campus. For more information, call (662) 680-5565 or visit www.tupelogi.com.

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SleepApnea

By Rita Curbow, CRT District Manager Sleep Apnea Store/Health Management Services, Inc

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he Greek word apnea means “without breath.” There are three types of sleep apnea: central, obstructive and mixed.

Central occurs when the brain fails to signal the muscles to breath. Obstructive is caused when the airway is blocked, usually when the soft tissue in the throat collapses. Mixed

apnea is a combination of both central and obstructive apnea. Obstructive is the most common.

A classic candidate for sleep apnea would be a male, 40 – 50 years of age, overweight, a neck size of 17 inches or greater, snores loudly, complains of tiredness and fatigue,and possibly has a diagnosis of high blood pressure or diabetes. However, this is not always the case. Sleep Apnea can strike anyone.

Women sometimes go untreated, although they may have some or all of the same symptoms. A common explanation is that symptoms, such as fatigue, could also be due to other conditons such as thyroid disease or depression. Also,women are less likely to admit symptoms such as snoring to their health care providers.

Untreated sleep apnea can cause hypertension, heart disease, heart attack, stroke, memory problems, weight gain, impotency, and headaches. Moreover, untreated sleep apnea may be responsible for job impairment and motor vehicle crashes.

Studies indicate that people with untreated sleep apnea perform as poorly on simulated steering and psycho motor reaction time test as do drunk drivers.

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The National Sleep Foundation estimates that more than 18 million people have untreated sleep apnea.

There are specific health risk and cost associated with untreated sleep apnea, 2.2 times increase risk of nocturnal cardiac arrhythmia, 3.9 times more likely to have congestive heart failure, 1.6 times more likely for a stroke, 1.4 to 2.3 times greater for heart attack, increased chance for diabetes, and 40% increased risk for depression. Employees suffering from untreated sleep

apnea increase the employer’s health care cost by $2,000 to $5,000 annually.

This is due to twice as many physician’s claims, twice as much cardiovascular medications, three times as much hypertension medications, and 50% more hospital stays.

Not only does untreated sleep apnea increase health care cost, it also decreased productivity. Employees are absent more, perform less than other colleagues, and more likely for accidents.

The Epworth Sleepiness Scale is used by health care providers to determine a persons level of daytime sleepiness. Use the following scale to choose the most appropriate number for each situation: 0 = would never doze or sleep 1 = slight chance of dozing or sleeping 2 = moderate chance of dozing or sleeping 3 = high chance of dozing or sleeping

Situation Sitting and reading Watching TV Sitting inactive in a public place Being a passenger in a vehicle for an hour or more Lying down in the afternoon Sitting and talking with someone Stopped for a few minutes in traffic while driving

Chance of dozing or sleeping _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______

TOTAL SCORE (add the scores up) this is your Epworth score

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The most effective treatment is the use of a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) and Bi level therapy. This is a medical device used along with a delivery system, such as a mask, to provide pressure at a prescribed level. This pressure prevents the airway from collapsing while the individual sleeps.

Today, the machines are smaller, lighter weight and more easy to travel with than ever before. Delivery systems range from a mask that covers just the nose, a mask that covers the nose and mouth, or one that fits into the nostrils. Accessory items are also available, such as mask wipes for cleaning, PAP pillows, aroma therapy, snuggle straps (to keep your headgear from leaving marks on your face), and many others.

If you have questions regarding sleep apnea , contact your local health care provider or Sleep Apnea Store/Health Management Services, Inc. at 662-840-1089.

All statistics can be found: MedicineNet. com,American Sleep Apnea Association, Advanced Brain Monitoring and The National Sleep Foundation. GT

IF YOUR SCORE IS : 0 – 6 Your are getting enough sleep.

7 – 8 Average 9 or more Seek the advice of a sleep specialist

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Area Women

‘Getaway’ for the Day C hef Cary Neff showed participants that nutritious food can be exciting and flavorful during North Mississippi Medical Center’s sixth annual Spirit of Women Getaway in January at the BancorpSouth Arena.

Chef Neff served as executive chef in many of the nation’s most prominent establishments before being named vice president of culinary for Atlanta-based Morrison Management Specialists.

With the theme, “Good taste. Good health. Good times,” NMMC sponsored the event along with BancorpSouth. Women enjoyed shopping, visiting the fun and informative booths, learning from the diverse educational sessions, and pampering themselves with free massages, makeovers and manicures. below: Rita Chamblee (left) of the NMMC Cancer Center shows the 2010 Midnite Pottery butterfly and butterfly platter which benefit the Cancer Patient Assistance Fund. This year’s collectibles, which debuted at the Spirit of Women Getaway, are lime green with splashes of cobalt blue and red.

below: Tina Stevens (right) of the NMMC Breast Care Center shared information with participants.

below: Nancy Scruggs, a freelance artist with Wall Worthy (to praise Him), taught participants the basics of painting for fun.

One participant who attended her session got to take the finished painting home to keep.

above: Sunni Parmer from the Therapeutic Day Spa at NMMC’s Wellness Center offered free manicures throughout the event.

above: Ladies who stopped by the Southern Living at Home booth had the opportunity to win this Bountiful platter by Gail Pittman.

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left: Anita Monroe won the Midnite Pottery butterfly painting, while Faye Bullock won the floral arrangement

by Jody’s donated by BancorpSouth.

left: Stephen Holland of Covenant Creek Farm demonstrated his booth’s popular goat’s milk products.

John Milstead provided lunchtime entertainment.

Six lucky women were chosen to sample Chef Neff’s cuisine on stage.

left: One of the event’s door prizes was this beaded cross from My Elegant Clutter.

above: Chef Cary Neff presented a cooking demonstration featuring several of his Conscious Cuisine® creations.

left: Stephanie Trussell, Tina Cox, Michelle Powers and Amy Womack of Tupelo’s First Baptist Church greeted women who stopped by the Tapestry Women’s Ministry booth.

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upcomingevents March 15-19, 2010 Art Camp with local artist Glenn Payne 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Location: Link Centre Price: $65.00 per child per week or $110.00 for two children Ages 3-7: 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m., Ages 8-12: 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

662-507-0433 artistglennpayne@hotmail. com March 17, 2010 Cellular South Networking at Noon 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Location: BancorpSouth Conference Center Price: $10 per person 662-841-6598 www.tupelomainstreet.com information@ tupelomainstreet.com March 18, 2010 WINTER JAM 2010 TOUR SPECTACULAR Location: BancorpSouth Arena Price: Tickets on sale: March 18, 2010 (Thu) ONLY $10 AT THE DOOR! 662-841-6573 www.bcsarena.com March 19-21, 2010 BNA Baseball Tournament Location: Baseball Complex at Ballard Park 662-841-6440 www.tupeloparkrec.com smccormick@ci.tupelo. ms.us March 19, 2010 Idols for Breast Cancers Survivors 6:00 p.m.

Location: Link CentreTupelo, MS Price: $5.00 admission Talent show to support Breast Cancer Survivors.

Sister’s Network-Tupelo Chapter.

662-213-4216 or 662-213-7800 www.link-centre.org March 20, 2010 The Little Miss & Little Master Tupelo Pageant 2:00pm Location: The Link Centre Price: Entry Fee: $25.00 (58); $35.00 (9-12); Register at Tupelo Parks & Recreation office by Entry deadline which is February 26th You do not have to be a Tupelo Resident to participate Shanta Eiland: (662) 841-6440

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

March 27, 2010 Pioneer Day 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

March 20, 2010 Welcome Spring Time Doll & Toy Sale 10am-3pm Location: Summit Center Price: Free admission to the public Sponsored by the Southland Doll & Bear Club; Antique dolls and bears for sale Susie DuVall at 662-844-3409

March 27, 2010 Tupelo Ballet presents “Giselle” 2:00 PM Location: Tupelo Middle School/Civic Auditorium Price: Reserved seating $10.00 Student $12.00 Senior citizen $20.00 Adult Group prices available upon request 662-844-1928 tupeloballet.com balletplus@aol.com

March 23-27, 2010 National Association of Automobile Museums Annual Conference Location: Hilton Garden Inn/ BancorpSouth Conf. Center March 25-27, 2010 New 2 U Consignment Sale Thursday & Friday 10am7pm; Saturday 9am-2pm (HALF PRICE SALE) Location: Tupelo Furniture Market Building #3 Price: Free 662-574-0110 or 662-574-4318 www.new2uconsignment. com Thursday, March 25th Indie Film Series screening of M for Mississippi 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Location: Link Centre (1800 W. Main) Price: $5 cover includes popcorn and soda.

662-841-6521 www.tupelofilmfestival.net prasberry@tupelo.net March 26-28, 2010 Gardner-Simmons Swing into Spring Location: Rob Leake City Park - Joyner 662-841-6440 www.tupeloparkrec.com awilliams@ci.tupelo.ms.us

March 27-28, 2010 Division III Soccer Tournament Spring Classic Location: Sportsplex Ballard Park 662-841-6440 www.tupeloparkrec.com afarned@ci.tupelo.ms.us April 2, 2010 THREE DAYS GRACE With Special Guests CHEVELLE & ADELITAS WAY Location: BancorpSouth Arena Price: Tickets on sale now!

All tickets $39.00 (GA floor / reserved bowl) 662-841-6528 April 6–June 26, 2010 Rhythmn & Roots, Southern Music Tuesay-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.3 p.m.

Location: Oren Dunn City Museum Price: $3-Adults; $2-Senior Citizens; $1.50-Children ages 3-12. Group tours of 10 or more available by appointment.

(662) 841-6438 www.orendunnmuseum.org museum@ci.tupelo.ms.us April 8-11, 2010 Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus Various times Location: BancorpSouth Arena Price: Tickets on sale: March 2, 2010 (Tue) 10:00 AM: $36, $26, $20, $16, and $12 + fees 662-841-6528 www.bcsarena.com

April 9, 2010 Amir Gwirtzman 7:30 p.m.

Location: Link CentreConcert Hall Price: $10.00/adults $5.00/students 662-690-4011 www.link-centre.org rebecca@link-centre.org April 9-10, 2010 MS Art Educators Association Spring Conference Location: GumTree Museum of Art April 9-11, 2010 Waste Management Baseball Tournament Location: Ballard Park 662-841-6440 www.tupeloparkrec.com smccormick@ci.tupelo. ms.us April 9-11, 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 April 9-10, 2010 Up, Up, & Away Location: Ballard Park Tethered balloon rides, balloon races, food and entertainment 662-231-6593 www.upupnawayfest.info rr_becker@comcast.net April 10, 2010 Presley Heights Azalea Festival and Tour Location: Veterans ParkEast Tupelo Festivities include arts and crafts, and music.

Mae Stanley at 662-842-7138 April 10, 2010 Mansion 5K Run Race day registration 5:30 a.m. - 6:30 a.m.; Race starts at 7am Location: Mall at Barnes Crossing Price: $25 if postmarked by April 5, 2010 or received at the offices of Tupelo Children’s Mansion. $25 after April 5, 2010 and on race day.

662-321-5810 www.mansionevents.org

April 10-24, 2010 Farming Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday 12 p.m.-5 p.m.

Closed Monday and Easter Location: Tupelo Automobile Museum Price: $7.50 Adults $5.00 Children ages 5-12 662-842-4242 www.tupeloauto.com chale@tupeloauto.com April 11, 2010 Helen Foster Lecture 2:00 p.m.

Location: Lee County Library Price: Free Lecturer: Award-winning columnist and author Rheta Grimsley Johnson (662) 841-9029 www.lib.ms.us jwillis@li.lib.ms.us April 16-18, 2010 Pilot International/MS District Conference Location: Clarion/Summit Center April 16-18, 2010 24/7Softball.com tournament Location: Veterans & Eastwood parks 662-841-6440 www.tupeloparkrec.com April 16-18, 2010 Region 23 JUCO Tennis Tournament Location: Rob Leake 662-841-6440 www.tupeloparkrec.com April 16-18, 2010 Div. III Soccer District tournament Location: Ballard Park 662-841-6440 www.tupeloparkrec.com April 16-18, 2010 Region 8 Gymnastics Meet Location: Bancorpsouth Arena 662-841-6528 www.bcsarena.com/ April 18-21, 2010 Professional Photographers of MS/AL Convention Location: HGI/BCSCC

April 20, 2010 CellularSouth Networking at Noon 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Location: BancorpSouth Conference Center Price: $10 per person 662-841-6598 www.tupelomainstreet.com information@ tupelomainstreet.com April 22-25, 2010 Altrusa International District Four Conference Location: Clarion/ Summit Center April 22-24, 2010 MS Federation of Women’s Club Convention Location: HGI/BCSCC April 23-25, 2010 The Battle of Tupelo baseball Location: Ballard Park Sportsplex 662-841-6440 www.tupeloparkrec.com April 27, 2010 Tupelo Concert Association presents Nearly Neil & the Solitary Band 7:30pm Location: Tupelo Civic Auditorium 662-842-8945 April 29, 2010 Drive-In Movie 8:00 p.m.

Location: Tupelo Automobile Museum parking lot Price: Free.

662-842-4242 www.tupeloauto.com chale@tupeloauto.com April 29-May 2, 2010 Tupelo Blue Suede Cruise Location: BancorpSouth Arena Price: No admission 662-842-4242 www.bluesc.com mrmac57@hotmail.com April 30-May 2, 2010 Lions Club of MS Convention Location: Clarion/Summit Center April 30-May 2, 2010 Marine Corp League State Convention Location: HGI/BCSCC

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