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The Yard brings sweetness to Flowood

The Yard brings sweetness to Flowood

By Lauren Anne Smith, Editor September 29, 2020

In May 2017, Logan and Chelsa Green opened the first of many The Yard Milkshake Bars in their hometown of Gulf Shores Alabama; the insane desserts were such a big hit that they’ve opened ten franchises...

The Wheat Field behind St. Pauls Hospital, by St. Rémy by Vincent van Gough (1889)
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Van Gogh spotted in Jackson?

By Megan Tomlinson and Riley Spivey September 3, 2020

On 380 S Lamar St, in Jackson are housed  some 5,000 works of art by some of Mississippi’s most renowned artists. But through January 10, 2021, they are joined by 74 works of art typically not seen...

After 3 years, its our final farewell Appetite

After 3 years, it’s our final farewell “Appetite”

May 29, 2020

Wow. We can’t believe that our column is coming to an end. This is our very last welcome back! Thank you to our loyal readers for the past three years. It has been a fun ride. We would like to give y’all...

Squishy the turtle, just chilling on a brick in the Scalia household.

PET PROFILE: Squishy the turtle

By Mayrant Gonwa, Staff Writer April 9, 2020

Today’s “Pet Profile” is of Squishy, a pet turtle belonging to Prep sophomore Trinity Scalia.  Trinity has had Squishy since first grade. She has had him, therefore, for nine years, making...

Whether on a car or not on a car, theres only one Henry Sites, and its this one. Well, there are probably more Henry Sites in the world, but this one is a cat.

PET PROFILE: Henry Sites

By Mayrant Gonwa, Staff Writer March 27, 2020

Most “Pet of the Month”  articles (now “Pet Profile”), so far have featured a dog or puppy, well-liked from the Jackson area. The last issue featured Mason Kimball’s bunny. Our newest Pet...

What makes Super Shakes super?

What makes Super Shakes super?

By Lauren Anne Smith, Managing Editor September 27, 2019

Super Shakes has been widely popular among Prep students because it is a quick fix for breakfast or an after school snack.  Super Shakes has connections with the community, and was actually on the Prep...

District Debate: Sophomore Spanish Club vs. Poke Stop

District Debate: Sophomore Spanish Club vs. Poke Stop

By Allie Wise and Ainsley O'Quinn September 27, 2019

Hi, everyone, and welcome back to Allie and Ainsley’s Appetite! To kick off this year we are going to do something a little different and compare two restaurants in the District at Eastover.  The...

Heres the tea on loaded teas and shakes

Here’s the tea on loaded teas and shakes

By Lauren Anne Smith, Staff Writer May 8, 2019

Over the past year, loaded teas and shakes have become a widespread trend around town.  The whole point of the Loaded Tea and shake craze is eating something that tastes good while being healthy, and...

Let the Ladies Dance at Thalia Mara Hall

“Let the Ladies Dance” at Thalia Mara Hall

By Victoria Chough, Staff Writer April 26, 2019

On April 6, Ballet Mississippi presented Let the Ladies Dance at Thalia Mara Hall. The show was a variation of three female choreographers’ works, as well as pieces from the ballet Paquita.  The...

RESTAURANT REVIEW: Basils - The Best Mix of Mediterranean and Italian

RESTAURANT REVIEW: Basil’s – The Best Mix of Mediterranean and Italian

By Lauren Anne Smith, Staff Writer April 26, 2019

Basil’s was first established in 2003 by Nathan Glenn who wanted to bring a mix of Italian and Mediterranean foods to Mississippi.  Basil’s has been loved and adored by the people of Fondren with...

Rolling out a new ice cream trend

Rolling out a new ice cream trend

By Allie Wise and Ainsley O'Quinn April 12, 2019

For this issue we are reviewing a recent trend in the ice cream world. Rolled ice cream became a social media sensation and now the Jackson area has at least three of these ice cream shops. We are going...

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