Last November, I drove all the way to Higden, Arkansas for a silent retreat. Silent retreat = no talking and silent rest. Practicing silence means turning off and putting away all distractions to … more

A Rich History Rooted in Strategy The name "North Mississippi and Alabama Railroad" carries a profound historical significance, tied to strategic decisions made in the late 1800s. During that era, … more

We are excited to announce the Tri-State Cross for CHRIST will be coming soon to the intersection of Highway 72 East and O.E. Barrett Road in Iuka, MS. The Burns family donated the beautiful property … more

Labor Day marks the end of summer for many. While making plans to celebrate, remember to keep safe driving a top priority. The Mississippi Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) goal is to keep … more

Iuka will be busier than ever as we "Bring Everyone Together" for this Heritage Day Festival. Saturday is the day for fun in and around downtown Iuka! From Mineral Springs Park and Jaybird Park, … more

Local officials, family, and friends gathered to cut the ribbon for Sweet Scoops. Owner Amber Foote reported that “we offer the tastiest treats in town, everything from 16 flavors of Blue Bell … more

Heritage Place Hotel, at the site of the former Sunset Lodge, 1409 Heritage Drive, Iuka will be open for business Tuesday July 18, 2023 The new owners, James and Andy Joiner, father and son … more

Spring is one of the best times to visit Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve just over the border in Alabama – the waterfalls are flowing and the wildflowers are blooming. This year is even more … more

In early 2019, my husband, Joseph, and I were able to take a group of people from our church to the Holy Land for the trip of a lifetime. We were able to see many of the places that I had read about … more

Leaving our dining options open is always a good idea when we travel, and on our Colbert County trip we found some treasures!We initially planned to eat that night at the Rattlesnake Saloon, but it … more