Lifestyles
In Mommy’s Heart: How adoption blessed the lives of one Picayune family
If someone asks 3-year-old Emma Jane Rester where she grew, she will answer “I grew in Mommy’s heart.” Emma is the adopted daughter of William ...
Cassandra Favre, Author at Picayune Item
Health & Fitness
PRCC celebrates opening of Wellness Ropes and Obstacle Course
Pearl River Community College celebrated the opening of its Wildcat Wellness Ropes and Obstacle Course with a ribbon cutting on Friday. Last year, PRCC’s Chair ...
by Cassandra Favre, Saturday, August 27, 2016 7:00 am
Health & Fitness
Eye exams are essential for children
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month and Picayune optometrist Dr. Lori Blackmer, owner of Picayune Eye Clinic, said it’s important for children to ...
by Cassandra Favre, Friday, August 26, 2016 7:00 am
Columns
Kindred spirits
I grew up watching the “Anne of Green Gables” series of films. They are still a favorite and I enjoy revisiting them often. I also ...
by Cassandra Favre, Friday, August 26, 2016 7:00 am
News
Picayune PD responds to accidents
Last weekend, the Picayune Police Department responded to two accidents, both involving smaller modes of transportation: a bicycle and motorcycle. The first accident occurred on ...
by Cassandra Favre, Wednesday, August 24, 2016 7:00 am
Columnists
Thanks for the memories Pearl River County
Today’s lifestyle column will be my last for the Picayune Item, as my final day working for the paper will be Friday. Any life-changing decision ...
by Cassandra Favre, Wednesday, August 24, 2016 7:00 am
News
Aldermen discuss budget, salaries and combining police and fire department
Friday, the Poplarville Board of Aldermen continued discussions about the FY 2017 budget, which included talks about their salaries and overtime hours incurred in the ...
by Cassandra Favre, Tuesday, August 23, 2016 8:00 am
Business
The sweet scent of kindness: Picayune women form co-op.
On July 16, five stay-at-home mothers, with an intent to throw “kindness around like confetti” opened The B.A.K.E. Project in Picayune. For several years, Brooke ...
by Cassandra Favre, Tuesday, August 23, 2016 7:00 am
News
Muscadine Field Day set for next Saturday
On Saturday, Aug. 27, Mississippi State University will host their annual Muscadine Field Day at the research unit in McNeill. According to previous coverage, the ...
by Cassandra Favre, Saturday, August 20, 2016 7:00 am
Lifestyles
Step in Time: Line dancing keeps seniors active
Every week, seniors are tapping and shuffling to the beat of the music during The Senior Center of South Pearl River County’s line dancing classes. ...