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THE PLACE TODANCE WHILEEVERYONE ISWATCHINGTo many the name Billy Mounger raises thoughtsof politics - Mounger has been for years a power-house in the Mississippi Republican Party. Butthere is another significant Mississippi activity towhich Billy and Jan Mounger have devoted muchof their time, labor and money - the USAInternational Ballet Competition (IBC). Thalia Marahad the original inspired idea of holding an interna-tional ballet competition in Jackson. Through herinfluence the International Dance Committee of theInternational Theatre Institute of UNESCO sanc-tioned an international competition in Jackson for1979. At the urging of then Gov. Cliff Finch andMrs. Finch, the Mississippi Legislature appropriated$300,000 for the event. It was at that time thatBilly and Jan Mounger dipped their toes into theballet waters.

THE NEXT GENERATIONChildren grow to adulthood with a unique viewinto their parents’ business or profession. Some areentranced and move seamlessly into the familybusiness or the same profession as a parent. Whatbrought them to their decision? Was there a majorturning point? Who and what were their influ-ences? As you might expect those facts are differ-ent with each family and with each child in thefamily. “The Next Generation” explores these ques-tions with a broad spectrum of families and busi-nesses. Northside Sun Magazine celebrates sevenof these “children” in this, our second installmentof “The Next Generation.”

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Engagement PartyMadeleine Peeples and WillNichols were honoredrecently at an engagementparty in the home of Telland Hal Flowers.

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Tri Delta Spring SocialThe Jackson Area DeltaDelta Delta Alumnae recent-ly held their spring social atInteriors Market in Fondren,where members enjoyed anevening of shopping.

Kidney UptownDrawdownThe 20th anniversary cele-bration of the $10,000Uptown Drawdown, benefit-ing the Mississippi KidneyFoundation, was heldrecently at the Country Clubof Jackson.

Taste of MississippiSponsorsThe Taste of Mississippisponsor preview party washeld recently at SandersMcNeal Studio and Gallery.

Wildlife PhotographyShowThe Greater Jackson ArtsCouncil hosted an openingreception for the wildlifephotography of Joe MacHudspeth exhibit at the ArtsCenter of Mississippi.

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Art For Art LoversMississippi Museum of ArtAfter Hours recently hostedAn Art Lovers’ Soiree in theDickies Building. An array ofartwork was presented byFischer Galleries, Art Space86, Sanders McNeal Studioand Gallery, and LightseyGallery.

Gallery Guild MeetingPortraits of women byLeonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) highlighted the recentspring meeting of theGallery Guild of theMississippi Museum of Art.

Catholic CharitiesSavor The FlavorCatholic Charities Jacksonhosted the first “Savor theFlavor” evening recently atHal and Mal’s.

Legacy MedicalReunionThe Legacy Medical ClassReunion was held recently atthe Country Club ofJackson. This event was for1935-1963 graduates of theUniversity of MississippiMedical School.

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o many the name Billy Mounger raises

thoughts of politics - Mounger has been for years

a powerhouse in the Mississippi Republican Party.

But there is another significant Mississippi activity

to which Billy and Jan Mounger have devoted

much of their time, labor and money - the USA

International Ballet Competition (IBC).

Thalia Mara had the original inspired idea of

holding an international ballet competition in

Jackson. Through her influence the International

Dance Committee of the International Theatre

Institute of UNESCO sanctioned an international

competition in Jackson for 1979. At the urging of

then Gov. Cliff Finch and Mrs. Finch, the

Mississippi Legislature appropriated $300,000 for

the event. It was at that time that Billy and Jan

Mounger dipped their toes into the ballet waters.

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Billy Mounger confesses that friends tease

him about his involvement with the ballet

world. He has described himself as short and

thick in stature and built like a fireplug, more

fit for football, which he calls his forte, rather

than ballet. Nonetheless, in the past 30 years

he has become a stalwart in the Jackson USA

International Ballet Competition (IBC). Since

1986 he has raised more than $10 million to

support the Jackson IBC, has served as chair-

man of its board of directors for 21 years, and

has attended competitions all over the world.

Billy Mounger was the second child and first

son of William M. Mounger and Louise

Veronica Robertson, “the belle of Covington

County.” Older sister Marjorie Lynn, younger

siblings, Henry and Libby, completed the fam-

ily. Billy’s father became president of Deposit

Guaranty Bank and Trust Company; Louise

trained as a teacher but primarily was a

homemaker most of her life.

Young Billy’s trek through the Jackson

Public Schools - Power Elementary, Bailey Jr,

High, and Central High School - was high-

lighted by his success in football. He made the

Central High football team as a 10th-grader

and as a junior playing guard he made third

team on the “All Big 8” team, and as a senior

he made first team “All Big 8.” His football

prowess attracted the attention of both the

Army and Navy military academies. He was

graduated from West Point, a school “that

molds a man for life” in 1948, then earned his

pilot wings at San Antonio’s Randolph Field

and at Shreveport’s Barksdale Field.

He met wife, Jan Gore, a graduate of Sophie

Newcomb College with a degree in history, at

a Jackson Cotillion Debutante function in

1954. She was born in Missouri and lived her

childhood in Montgomery. She moved with

her parents to Jackson in 1953 when her

father took a position with Knox Glass

Company in Flowood. Jan and Billy married

at Jackson’s First Presbyterian Church in

1956, and lived at the University of Oklahoma

while Billy earned his bachelor’s degree and

master’s in petroleum engineering. Then he

worked for Humble Oil and Refining

Company in New Orleans, and finally

returned to Jackson in 1958 when he opened

the petroleum department for the Deposit

Guaranty Bank. They have two sons, William

and Robert, and six grandchildren.

We can credit Billy’s wife, Jan, for stimulat-

ing his interest in the IBC. Jan became enthu-

siastic about an international ballet competi-

tion to be held in Jackson in 1979, and she

volunteered to host English judge Pamela

May, a famous English ballerina, for that

competition. Not so enthusiastic was husband

Billy. He recalls, “I reluctantly attended three

or four performances.”

Billy’s first exposure to ballet was a perform-

ance he attended while a cadet at West Point.

And, in 1948, while he was in pilot training,

the movie “The Red Shoes” tweaked his inter-

est. In the period of the 1982 Jackson IBC the

Moungers, among others, befriended Sophia

Golovkina, the Russian ballerina, and others,

including several KGB operatives, and there-

fore earned their approval so that the Russians

committed to participate in the 1986 Jackson

IBC.

By 1986 the Jackson IBC was out of money.

About six weeks before the 1986 competition,

Mayor Dale Danks, a supporter of the Jackson

IBC, called Billy and stated that the IBC was


It has been Billy’s method of operation

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going under if he did not save it.

Subsequently, he raised $350,000. In 1986 he

joined the Jackson IBC board of directors as

finance chairman. It has been Billy’s method

of operation to begin raising money for the

next competition during the current one. He

is proud to say that “we have set up a well-

funded foundation to help ensure the contin-

ued existence of the USA IBC in Jackson into

the future.” In 1990 he became chairman of

the board and in 2011 chairman emeritus.

The Moungers’ interest in ballet continues

between the four-year Jackson competitions.

Billy and Jan have attended the Moscow IBC,

the Helsinki IBC twice, and the World Stars

Gala in Prague. In their worldwide travel they

have attended performances at the Bolshoi

and the English National Ballet and many per-

formances of the American Ballet Theater in

New York. A true love for the dance has cap-

tured the Moungers.

This is a couple who cannot, will not, cease

their work and backing of artistic events for

the metro area. They attended in 1991 a din-

ner with Gov. and Pat Fordice and Sergei

Vlasov,

curator of the three national museums in St.

Petersburg, Russia, where the idea was floated

of a Jackson exhibit of St. Petersburg art

pieces. There followed a group trip to St.

Petersburg with Jack Kyle to consider the fea-

sibility of such an exhibit. Thus the 1996 fabu-

lously successful “Palaces of St. Petersburg”

was born. The exhibit cost $11 million to pro-

duce, with 552,000 attendees. A second exhib-

it, “The Splendors of Versailles,” was followed

by “The Majesty of Spain,” then “The Glory of

Baroque Dresden,” with all four attended by

more than 1.3 million, and for all of them Billy

was honorary chairman.

Jan has continued to pursue her interest in

history, enriching her knowledge through her

travels, the Republican Women’s Club, garden

club, bridge club, and other civic organiza-

tions. Billy has exercised his love of and gift for

writing by completing an interesting and

informative autobiography, “Amidst the Fray,”

written with Joseph L. Maxwell II, from which

much of the information in this article has

been drawn. The book includes several of

Billy’s poems and letters.

The family attends First

Presbyterian Church. Much

of his early life Billy was

indifferent to religion, but

the patient and persistent

influence of Jan, son Billy

and friend Victor Smith

have drawn him to God.

Billy says, “Several times

each day I thank the Lord

for all he has bestowed on

me, which has been

tremendously bountiful.

For I realize that his

guiding hand has been

on my shoulder my

entire life.”

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Moscow IBC 1989: Howard Stover, Billy Mounger, Manny Crystal, Larry Johnson,Robert Dalehite

Moscow IBC 1989: Howard Stover, Elaine Crystal, Flo Stover, Manny Crystal, Jan and Billy Mounger 1982: Three purportedly KGB agents checking out the IBC for 1986 competition

One hundred and nine competitors from 21countries will compete in the 2014 USA IBC. Heldevery four years in Jackson, the upcoming USA IBCis slated for June 14 - 29.“Dancers invited to compete in the USA IBCknow they have a chance to test their skills againstthe highest international standards,” said SueLobrano, USA IBC executive director. “The level ofartistry and technique that this group of competi-tors will bring to the USA IBC stage will certainly bethrilling to watch.”For the 2014 event, 48 of the selected competitorsare juniors, ages 15 to 18, and 61 are seniors, ages19 to 26. The United States has the highest numberof competitors invited (32), followed by Japan (18)and Brazil (14).“The USA IBC is synonymous with the discoveryof new talents and the launching of careers,”Lobrano said. “We look forward to hosting thesecompetitors as they experience the United States’premiere ballet competition where they will vie forgold, silver and bronze medals, company contractsand scholarships.”In addition to breathtaking performances bycompetitors, USA IBC audiences will marvel at theenergizing shows presented by two world-renowned dance companies. ComplexionsContemporary Ballet, known for transcendingdance stereotypes, will perform during openingceremonies. Trey McIntyre Project will conduct amaster class for advanced and professionaldancers, offer a lecture / demonstration open to the public, and present an evening performanceJune 19.Celebrating its 35th anniversary, the USA IBC willoffer a festival of ancillary events, including a mati-nee performance by Regional Dance America com-panies; a five-day Classical Tutus, Bodices, andTiaras workshop; the Edward Stierle ContemporaryShowcase; “Lunch with USA IBC” series, featuringprograms on Balanchine, Women in Dance andDance for Parkinson’s; and Project Motivate, a sem-inar for dance teachers and studio owners, led byRhee Gold. The USA IBC Dance School andTeacher Training Program, the National Museumof Dance En Pointe! exhibit, and an exhibit of workby Andrew Bucci, the official 2014 USA IBC artist,round out the schedule of concurrent events.The USA IBC is a two-week, “olympic-style” com-petition where tomorrow’s stars vie for medals,

cash awards, company contracts and scholarships.The event is designated as the official internationalballet competition in the United States by a JointResolution of Congress. Presented under the aus-pices of the International Dance Committee,International Theatre Institute of UNESCO, theUSA IBC is held every four years in Jackson, in thetradition of sister competitions in Varna, Bulgaria,and Moscow, Russia.The first International Ballet Competition pre-miered in Varna in 1964 and eventually grew into acycle of ballet competitions that rotated among thethree cities of Varna, Moscow and Tokyo. In 1975,the Jackson Ballet Guild invited Thalia Mara,renowned ballet teacher and educator, to develop aprofessional ballet company and school for thestate of Mississippi.As a part of her development plan, she intro-duced city leaders to the idea of ballet competitionsand convinced them to secure the USA IBC for thecity of Jackson. In 1978, the nonprofit corporation,Mississippi Ballet International Inc. (MBI), was cre-ated to produce the first International BalletCompetition in the United States. Robert Joffrey,renowned artistic director of the Joffrey Ballet,agreed to chair the first international panel ofjurors. With the help of local, national and interna-tional endorsements, combined with the energyand commitment of the citizens of Jackson, the firstUSA International Ballet Competition was held inJune 1979, featuring 70 dancers from 15 countries.At the conclusion of the first competition, a sanc-tion was received from the International DanceCommittee of the International Theater Institute(ITI) of UNESCO for the USA IBC. Thus, Jacksonjoined other ITI-sanctioned competitions thatrotated each year among Varna, Moscow, andTokyo.In 1982, the United States Congress passed a JointResolution designating Jackson as the official homeof the International Ballet Competition. The secondUSA IBC was held the same summer, with 78dancers representing 19 countries. The 1982 com-petition was featured in a 90-minute ABC/PBS film,“To Dance For Gold,” which aired around theworld. Subsequent competitions have enjoyed anevery-growing number of competitors applicationsin addition to worldwide publicity and acclaim.For more information and tickets visitwww.usaibc.com or www.facebook.com/usaibc.

THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE JACKSONINTERNATIONAL BALLETCOMPETITION INCLUDES:

Haley Fisackerly, chairman, Jackson

William D. Mounger, chairman emeritus, Jackson

Dolly Goings, vice chairman, Jackson

David Clark, president, Jackson

Phil Hardwick, vice president, Jackson

Marilyn Beach, corporate secretary, Ridgeland

Frank Alley, assistant corporate secretary, Jackson

Gloria Harvey, treasurer, Jackson

Cherri Barnett, Jackson

Michael Booker, Clinton

Marsha Borin, Chadds Ford, Pa.

Mary Helen Bowen, Jackson

Deborah Bryant, Jackson

Dave Duddleston, Madison

Barbara England, Jackson

Robert E. Farr II, Jackson

Allison Fisackerly, Jackson

Virginia Friend, Waterford, Va.

Stephen Gaylor, Canton

John Gomez, Jackson

Dorothy Howorth, Oxford

Kathy Johnson, Ridgeland

Cynthia Newland, Jackson

Phoebe Pearigen, Jackson

Peyton D. Prospere, Jackson

Jennifer Schulmeier, Jackson

Jean Simmons, Jackson

George Smith, Jackson

Stephen Smith, Merigold

Kathryn Stewart, Jackson

Margaret Taylor, Louisville

Amanda Turner, Cleveland

Kathy Wakeland, Jackson

William H. Walker, Jackson

Carla S. Wall, Jackson

H. Alan Wilson, Flowood

Rita Wray, Brandon

Nancy Yates, Philadelphia


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Children grow to adulthood with a unique view into

their parents’ business or profession. Some are

entranced and move seamlessly into the family

business or the same profession as a parent. What

brought them to their decision? Was there a major

turning point? Who and what were their influences?

As you might expect those facts are different with

each family and with each child in the family.

“The Next Generation” explores these questions

with a broad spectrum of families and businesses.

Northside Sun Magazine celebrates seven of these

“children” in this, our second installment of

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Dr. Ward Thomas (Tom) McCraney Jr. was extremely proudand humbled when his son, Dr. William Owen McCraney, decid-ed to follow into orthopaedic surgery. “It has been one of thegreatest joys of my life to be able to work with him and watchhim become a compassionate, caring physician who takeswonderful care of his patients.”

The father and son team work together at CapitalOrthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center. A native of Newton,Tom McCraney grew up in Laurel and graduated from theUniversity of Mississippi and the University of MississippiMedical School. He is the father of four and the grandfather of14. He has been married to Jane Owen McCraney for 47 years.

He says Will is the reason he has not retired. “It makes mehappy to go to work each day and be able to discuss caseswith him and it is rewarding that he even asks my advice everynow and then,” he said. “It is a very special relationship asorthopaedic surgeons practicing together. I treasure thisopportunity.”

Name: William Owen McCraneyEducation: Jackson Prep;University of Mississippi B.A.Biology; University of MississippiMedical Center M.D.;Orthopaedic Surgery ResidencyUMC; AO Fellowship Thusis andInterlaken Switzerland;Fellowship in Hand and UpperExtremity Surgery UMCFamily: Married to KathrynMartin McCraney. Three chil-dren: Alice 14, Anabel 12, Owen8.As a child, what did you wantto be?“As a child, I was only interestedin sports. I worked at a hospitalas an orderly between my juniorand senior years in high schooland realized that I wanted to goto medical school. I had straightA’s for the first time as a senior.”What in life are you mostproud of?“Being an Eagle Scout.”What do you do for relaxation? “I mostly just hang out with myfamily, but I have a great groupof friends that I ride bikes withand I enjoy saltwater fishing.” What do friends say is yourbest trait? “I don’t know that anyone hasever told me. I guess it’s that Imake everyone around me seembetter looking.”What is your all-time favoritebook?“‘Outliers,” by MalcolmGladwell.”What is the greatest piece ofwisdom your parents evershared with you?“I vividly remember my dad andI driving around waterworkscurve on the way back toBelhaven and my dad telling methat I didn’t need to try toimpress people. He told me thatpeople would like me justbecause of who I was.”What do you wish you hadknown when you wereyounger that you know now?“Wow. My biggest regret in life isthat I thought it wasn’t cool to besmart. I wasted a lot of my

potential by not applying myselfearlier. I wish I would’ve readmore and studied harder grow-ing up.”Who was your greatest influence? “That’s hard to narrow to one.My dad is now, but it took meawhile to really grasp it. I lovedhim and he loved me, but therewas definitely a hierarchy, Hewas dad, and I was son. I wishmore parents now would memore concerned with being aparent and less concerned withgaining their kids approval.Buddy Huff, my scoutmaster.What a great man. MikeKinnison, my baseball coach. Hetaught me not to expect morefrom someone than you werewilling to put in yourself.”What goal have you not met?“I haven’t finished raising mykids. That, to me, is one of mygreatest callings in life.”Who taught you the truemeaning of success? “My Dad did. He is the modernday George Bailey from ‘It’s aWonderful Life.’ No man is a fail-ure who has friends. He is notfamous, nor extremely wealthy,but he has four kids, 14 grand-kids, and innumerable friendswho love and respect him.”What do you do for fun? “I enjoy saltwater fishing, travel-ling, and exercising when I can.”What would people be surprised to learn? “I have a motorhome, and I’vespent many nights in Wal-Martparking lots.” What do you do for volunteer work? “I went to Haiti after the earth-quake. What a humbling experi-ence. I would love to do moremedical mission work. It’s justhard with my kids’ stage in life.”

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Full name: Edwin Taylor VickeryEducation: Jackson Academy,University of MississippiBackground: Prior to his work atPorsche of Jackson, Vickery workedin sales for Mercedes-Benz ofNashville in Tennessee for threeyears.As a child what did you want to be?“I wanted to be an athlete or musi-cian.”What in life are you most proudof?“I’m most proud of the fact that I amso focused on my career. I have astrong work ethic and I am very per-sistent.”What do you do for relaxation? “I hang out with my friends and welike to go to Ole Miss sportingevents.”What do friends say is your besttrait? “My sense of humor.”What do you wish you hadknown when you were youngerthat you know now?“I wish I would have known that you

have to work hard to reap therewards of everything. Luck comeswith hard work not because of whoyou are.”Who was your greatest influence? “My dad.”What goal have you not met? “I would like to own my own fran-chise one day.”Who taught you the true meaning of success? “My dad.”What do you do for fun? “Anything Ole Miss related.”Why did you come into the business? “I thought about being an attorneybut I do like being around people andI like sales. I’ve just been around itmy whole life and it’s fun.”What do you do for volunteerwork? “I haven’t had much time becauseI’ve been focusing on my career. Iwent on several mission trips in col-lege that I enjoyed and I hope to dothat again one day.”

One could say being a car dealer is genetic.Harry Edwin Vickery’s father worked as a car sales-

man at the Ford Dealership in Houston, Miss. The sonbegan his career and moved up the ranks to becomethe general manager of a dealership in Greenville whenhe retired in 1995. After retirement, he moved toJackson to work with his son, Edwin Vickery, who is thegeneral manager at Mercedes-Benz of Jackson andPorsche of Jackson, a position he has held for the last12 years. He is a third generation car guy and is jokingly

referred to as the “Car Czar.” Edwin is married to Libbaand they have six children. Like his father, Edwin alsomoved up the ranks in the automotive world beginningwith washing cars and painting buildings. “I worked inall aspects of the industry.” A graduate of WashingtonHigh School in Greenville, Edwin attended both BaylorUniversity and Mississippi College before deciding forsure he wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps. “It’sin the blood,” Edwin said. Now his son, Taylor Vickery,is proving just that by taking a position as sales manag-er at Porsche of Jackson. He is now a fourth-generation“car man.”

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Dr. Paula Stewart said she was thrilledwhen she found out her son, Dr. StewartStrange, was going to carry on the dentallegacy. “Dentistry has been a very reward-ing profession for me in many ways. It isstill among the top as a career choice,” shesaid. “However, I am most excited to knowthat the practice I have nurtured and lovedfor so many years will be continued withequal and perhaps better expertise andcompassion.”Stewart, president-elect of the Mississippi

Dental Association, originally practiced as alicensed and registered dental hygienist.The Jackson native said it didn’t take herlong before she realized that she wanted tobe the dentist. She married, had three chil-dren and then decided to go back to dentalschool. After graduating cum laude in 1995,she practiced as a sole practitioner inClinton for almost 20 years. In June of 2012the practice was relocated 11 miles up theroad to Highland Village in Jackson. “It hasbeen a wonderful transition and a breath offresh air to work with my son StewartStrange and his fellow classmate AnnaMcVey. They keep me on my toes andyoung at heart.”

Name: Dr. Stewart StrangeEducation: Doctor of DentalMedicine (UMC) 2012; University ofMississippi – B.S. Biology 2008;Jackson Preparatory School – 2004As a child, what did you want tobe?“If not a pumpkin and Christmas treefarmer, I always wanted to be a den-tist.”What in life are you most proudof?“So proud to be a dad! My wife and Iare expecting our first child, WaverlyKate, in June.” What do you do for relaxation? “Watching a movie or playing golf,however, some rounds of golf requirea really good movie afterward.”What do friends say is your besttrait? “I would say it is a good sense of

humor.” What is your all-time favoritebook?“ ‘The Old Man and the Sea.’Hopefully after I finish and see theresults from ‘Golf is Not a Game ofPerfect’ that will become my favoritebook.”What is the greatest piece ofwisdom your parents ever sharedwith you?“Be available and never go to bed inan argument. The latter may notalways be possible.”Who taught you the true mean-ing of success and influence:“I try to draw from as many sourcesas possible. There is no better placeto find that meaning than in thechurch or look at many of the greatmen and women in our community.I think if you are willing to work hard

and do the right thing in the face ofadversity then you’re probably in theballpark of becoming successful.”What goal have you not met?“I try to set all my goals high, be itwith my faith, family or business. Idon’t like to settle, so if I reach themI just bump them up a little more.”Who was your greatest influ-ence? “I have been fortunate to have somany great influences. My grand-mother, Carolyn, is definitely at thetop of the list. She is an incrediblewoman and very quick-witted. Alsomy wife Cassi and I have been mar-ried three years in August but togeth-er for 12 and no doubt I would not bewhere I am now without her.”What do you do for fun? “Golf, no matter how bad, huntingand hanging out with my wife,

friends and family.”What would people be surprisedto learn? “Most people are surprised to findout I sing.”Why did I come into the busi-ness:“Genetics I guess. Dentistry has beenvery good to our family. My parentsand my uncle, Clarke Stewart, are allgreat dentists. I am so proud to be apart of the dental profession. To havethe chance to serve the communitywith my mother, who is a leader inthe profession, is truly an honor andopportunity I am so grateful for.”What do you do for volunteerwork? “I am active in the Mississippi DentalAssociation. I enjoy working withMPAC - Mississippi Political ActionCommittee.”

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Juniker Jewelry is a fourth-generation jewelry store with more than 150 years ofexperience in the jewelry industry and an extensive collection of fine jewelry. In 1944, John Juniker started the business as a watch repair company duringWorld War II; the company had a single case of jewelry. In the early years, JohnJuniker trained his nephew Ted Ravenstein to be a master clockmaker. AfterJohn’s retirement in 1969, Ted and his wife Betty moved from St. Louis toJackson to continue shaping Juniker Jewelry into a successful family business. In 1988, Juniker Jewelry opened a second location in Highland Village ShoppingCenter. The company consolidated its two locations into the one that is cur-rently located in Highland Village in 1990. Today, Ted Ravenstein has retired,and Juniker Jewelry remains a family business under the direction of his wifeBetty, his sons Don and John, and his grandson Corey.Donald William Ravenstein learned the business from his father, TedRavenstein. Born in St. Louis, Mo., Don moved to Jackson in 1969. He is marriedto Rhonda and they have a daughter, Natalie, and a son, Corey. “I’m very proudthat my son decided to go into the business,” he said. “It is an honor to see thebusiness carried on to the next generation.”

Name: Corey William Ravenstein Education: Bachelor’s degree in business with aminor in marketing. Graduate Gemologist(Gemological Institute of America) CertifiedGemologist Appraiser (American Gem Society)Family: I am married to Jennifer Lewis and we areexpecting our first child, Addison, in late April.Background: Fourth generation jewelerAs a child what did you want to be?“I have always wanted to go into the business. Evenas a young child, I would go down to the store andclean the counters, eventually working my way up toring cleaning technician. Throughout high school Iwould work weekends, and in college, I would workduring breaks. I can remember my very first sale(pearl stud earrings), and I even remember the cus-tomer’s name.”What in life are you most proud of?“Graduating college; I’m the first person on bothsides of my family to graduate from college.”What do you do for relaxation?“To relax, I enjoy the ocean and sailing with my wifein the Caribbean.”What do friends say is your best trait?“Dependable; if I tell someone that I will do some-thing, I will do it.”What is your all-time favorite book?“ ‘The Last Empire: De Beers, Diamonds and TheWorld,’ by Stefan Kanfer.” What is the greatest piece of wisdom your par-ents ever shared with you?“Never tell a lie, and you will have a lot less toremember.”What do you wish you had known when youwere younger that you know now?“That gold would go to $1,900 per ounce when it was$200.”Who was your greatest influence?“Ted Ravenstein, my grandfather, second generationjeweler; he instilled in me the romance of the jewelrybusiness at a young age. He would also entertain mewith stories of faraway lands and the search for theperfect stone. “What goal have you not met?“Teaching my daughter about the jewelry business,like my grandfather did me.”Who taught you the true meaning of success?“My father and uncle, with whom I work on a dailybasis.”What do you do for fun?“Travel. I work long hours, and when I’m not work-ing, I enjoy getting away somewhere warm andsunny.”What would people be surprised to learn?“I’m also an FAA Certified Private Pilot, with aninstrument rating.”Why did you come into the business?“I enjoy helping people find the perfect engagementring. No one buys jewelry because they are unhappy.It is truly a happy business. For many of my cus-tomers, an engagement ring is their first major pur-chase, and I enjoy making it stress free and memo-rable.”

COREY WILLIAM RAVENSTEIN

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William C. “Bill” Reeves, attorney at Balch andBingham LLP, said he never pushed his son,Brad Reeves, toward law because he saw somany young people disenchanted after sever-al years in the legal profession. “The beauty ofa law degree is that there are so many careeroptions after graduation other than practicinglaw, so I didn’t know if Brad wanted to prac-tice law or utilize his degree to benefit him inanother field,” he said.Bill was excited when Brad decided to workat the same firm with him and enjoyed work-ing with him for several years before Bradwent to another firm to pursue real estate law. A native of Macon, Bill was graduated fromNoxubee County High School and received abachelor’s degree in banking and financefrom Mississippi State University and J.D. fromthe University of Mississippi School of Law.Bill is married to Blue and they also have ayounger son Blake.

Full Name:Bradley “Brad” Mason ReevesEducation:bachelor’s degree, management of con-struction and land development from MississippiState University; juris doctorate from the University ofMississippi School of LawEmployer:Randall, Segrest, Weeks, Reeves andSones, PLLC; Also owner of Brent’s DrugsFamily:wife Mandy and daughter Caroline (10months)As a child what did you want to be? “I wanted to be an engineer because I grew up build-ing and fixing things with my grandfather who was amechanical engineer. I took engineering classes atMississippi State but decided to major in constructionmanagement and land development because I want-ed to learn about the business and real estate aspectsas well.” What in life are you most proud of?“I am most proud of the fact that my job allows me tohelp other people resolve their issues and that I trulyenjoy my work. One of the primary benefits of work-ing with individuals and small businesses is the grati-fication that comes with seeing our clients accom-plish their goals or resolve their matters. It is satisfyingto know your efforts are making a difference and evenbetter when you are doing something you enjoy.” What do you do for relaxation?“For relaxation, I love to travel, even if it’s just visitinganother town in Mississippi. As a child, my father seta goal that my brother and I would visit all 50 statesbefore we graduated high school and we both accom-plished it. In those travels, I learned to appreciatelocal color and culture since we often ended up inmom and pop restaurants and roadside motels.Though I really enjoy traveling overseas and to largercities, I find it just as entertaining to visit places off thebeaten path in the United States.”What do friends say is your best trait? “I’ve been told that I have a good eye for seeingpotential, whether it be starting a new business, iden-tifying real estate, or preserving an older building. Thechallenge, and the exciting part, is taking the next stepand launching the business or renovating the build-ing.” What is your all-time favorite book? “One of the few books that I’ve read multiple times is‘Suburban Nation,’ by Andres Duany, ElizabethPlater-Zyberk and Jeff Speck, and it’s also a book thatI encourage students in my classes at MississippiCollege to read. Though the book is almost 15 yearsold, it provides great insight and advice that remainstrue today for revitalizing our communities and plan-ning for the future. The popularity of walkable desti-nations like Fondren, Ocean Springs and Oxfordseem to suggest that the concepts discussed in‘Suburban Nation’ are valid even in a rural state likeMississippi.” What is the greatest piece of wisdom your par-ents ever shared with you? “Be kind to others no matter what they can do foryou.” What do you wish you had known when youwere younger that you know now?

“I am very blessed to work with a group of five attor-neys who are friends and encourage one another,both with work matters and to maintain the properwork-life balance. I have found that one’s happinessoften depends on satisfaction in the workplace. Ibelieve it is important to find a position where you arechallenged but also encouraged.” Who was your greatest influence? “My father was and continues to be my greatest influ-ence. He has very strong work ethic but also makes ita priority to aside time to spend with friends and fam-ily. Even when I disagree with him, I feel like he offerspractical advice for approaching any situation, frombusiness decisions to personal issues. We typically donot discuss work but it is always nice to know that Ihave his nearly 40 years of legal experience as aresource if needed.” What goal have you not met? “Improving the customer service at Brent’s Drugs. Ithink we now have the right team in place and I’moptimistic that service will be significantly improvedwhen we reopen in the next few weeks after the com-pletion of our kitchen renovation. We’ve been over-whelmed with the local support of Brent’s and hopewe provide first-class service for those who have beenloyal of the Jackson institution.” Who taught you the true meaning of success? “My high school football coach taught us to live lifewith no regrets. To me, success is getting in bed at theend of the day knowing that you just completed a fullday of work and that you gave the day your besteffort.” What do you do for fun? “Many weekends you can find me at Brent’s Drugs.Though it’s still a work in progress, I always enjoyspending time at Brent’s with friends and neighbors.” What would people be surprised to learn? “I have served as an adjunct professor at MississippiCollege teaching real estate and real estate law since2008.” Why did you come into the business? “Being an attorney, my father encouraged me to thinktwice before attending law school. Even when I start-ed law school, I was not sure if I would practice law oruse my legal knowledge in a related field such as busi-ness or real estate. I really enjoyed the challenge oflaw school and my experience working at law firms asa summer clerk. I made the decision to practice at thesame firm as my father after law school and it was agreat experience. I worked for a large regional firm forseven years and then chose to join a firm where Icould focus my law practice more on real estate mat-ters.”What do you do for volunteer work?“I have served on the board of directors of non-profitsincluding Fondren Renaissance Foundation,Downtown Jackson Partners, New Stage Theater, thePhoenix Club of Jackson and the Young LawyersDivision of the Mississippi Bar. I am currently servingas the president of the Mississippi Heritage Trust, thestate’s historic preservation group, and the vice presi-dent of the Fondren Association of Businesses.”

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Full Name: Elizabeth Blair Shaw,pre-school assistant at JacksonAcademy.Education:High School - JacksonAcademy K4-12th grade. College -Mississippi State University, bache-lor’s in business administration withan emphasis in marketing. BelhavenUniversity - currently pursuing a mas-ter’s of art in teaching. Family: Single - not married.Background: “Both of my parentswere teachers. My father, SherardShaw Jr., taught high school math. Mymother, Tina Shaw, teaches fourth-grade. I have three grandparents whowere all educators. My mother’smother, Dorothy Edwards, was theprincipal of Deer Creek in Arcola. Myfather’s parents, Nanette Shaw, andSherard Shaw Sr., were both educa-tors. Nanette taught music, and ele-mentary school in Clarksdale. SherardShaw Sr. was the superintendent ofeducation in Coahoma County.”As a child what did you want tobe?“I wanted to be a veterinarian, but Iquickly learned I was not capable ofwatching medical procedures, much

less performing them.” What in life are you most proudof?“I’m proud to have the privilege ofbeing the daughter of Sherard Shaw,and Tina Shaw. I hope to continue along tradition of educators in ourfamily.”What do you do for relaxation?“I love to read, but I didn’t start read-ing for fun until I got older.” What do friends say is your besttrait?“They always tell me I have a bigheart, because I care about everyoneand everything, from strangers to myclosest friends. I hope to be that kindof person.”What is your all-time favoritebook?“ ‘Juliet’ by Ann Fortier.” What is the greatest piece of wisdom your parents ever sharedwith you?“They taught us to trust God, no mat-ter what the circumstance, becauseHe never gives us more than we cantake.”What do you wish you had knownwhen you were younger that you

know now?“I wish I knew how precious everymoment was then, as much as I donow.”Who was your greatest influence?“My mother is my greatest influence.She is the strongest, most selfless per-son I have ever known. She loveseveryone who comes in contact withher, and they love her, too. She has anamazing heart, and her faith isunshakable. I am lucky to have beenraised by a woman like her. ‘Love as powerful as your mother’sfor you leaves its own mark.’ - JK Rowling”What goal have you not met?“I just began this journey into teach-ing, but I hope to become even halfthe teacher that my mother, father,and my grandparents have been oneday.”Who taught you the true meaningof success?“My father passed away when I wasseven, but he left behind a stronglegacy. People say he was a greatChristian man, whose personality wasinfectious, and loved people well. Idon’t think success is measured by a

job, but the kind of person you arewhile you do that job.”What do you do for fun?“I love spending time with my family,friends, and my dog Sawyer.” What would people be surprisedto learn?“My favorite color is grey.”Why did you come into the business?“I started to work for an organizationcalled Young Life, which is a nonde-nominational ministry for high schoolstudents. I began to work with a greatgroup of high school girls, who I love,and realized I wanted to be in a class-room. I think I share my mother’sheart for teaching young people, andit’s important to have teachers whocare.”What do you do for volunteerwork? “I volunteer for an organization calledYoung Life, where I spend time with awonderful group of high school girls.We have been going to a camp calledCaperneum for two years now, wherewe serve young people with specialneeds.”

ELIZABETH BLAIR SHAWTeaching is something Tina Edwards Shaw knew she wanted to do froman early age. “I always played school and was much harder on my dolls than anyteacher ever was on me,” she said. “Thank goodness. I love learning andchildren. They make me really happy.”A native of Greenville, Tina Edwards Shaw graduated high school fromWashington School and went on to receive both her bachelor’s degreeand master’s at Mississippi State University. Her grandfather was ateacher and superintendent of education for Washington County. Hermother also was a teacher and taught school at Maty Aiken in Greenville,Dean Elementary School at Leland, Indianola Academy, Leland Academyand Deer Creek Academy in Arcola. She was also the elementary princi-pal at Deer Creek Academy.In 1981, Shaw moved to Jackson after teaching one year at MathistonElementary School and began teaching at Jackson Academy in 1981. Shehas taught first through fourth-grade during these years and is still teach-ing a self-contained fourth-grade class at JA.Shaw’s daughter, Elizabeth Blair Shaw, told her after receiving a businessdegree and working for a few years that she wanted to be a teacher. “I was very surprised, but so proud to have someone to follow in myfootsteps and to help make the world a better place,” she said. “Mywords of wisdom for her was that you must love what you do to teachand serve as a role model for all children. She is great at this job as wehave found out this year through her teaching. I am so proud of her andthe teacher she has become.”

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CHALLENGERThe 2014 USTA St. Dominic’s Women’s

Challenger was a big success. River Hills puton quite an event. In spite of some rain, the

show went on and everyone supported Mississippi’sonly professional tournament. Ulrikke Eikeri fromNorway won the singles title and Chanel Simmondsfrom South Africa and Masa Zec-Peskiric fromSlovenia won the doubles title.One of the neatest things about this event is that

local families host these girls in their homes. Someof them have been doing this over the lifetime ofthe tournament. Evie and Kirk Hines are one ofthese families. They have been a host family since2006 and truly feel they have been blessed by thisexperience. “The first time we agreed to house players for the

USTA $25,000 Challenger was in 2006. The only rea-son we were reluctant was because we had threechildren at home who were in junior high and highschool, and the thought of having two more was alittle scary. My good friend, Linda Giachelli, the proshop manager at River Hills, called me about twoprecious Japanese sisters who needed a place tostay. I picked them up that afternoon and surprisedmy family with our new house guests. We all fell inlove with them. It was so much fun to learn abouttheir world and teach them about ours. When thetournament was over, we were so sad to see themgo. The next year Urika, the older sister, came backwith a friend and they stayed with us. They wererunners-up in the doubles finals. Our youngestdaughter, Lil, was a junior player at the time so thiswas a really big deal for her. She was also a ball girl

throughout the tournament and had a great experi-ence doing that. The next year our Japanese friendsdidn’t play in the tournament, however, Erika, theyounger sister, came back the next. We kept up witheach other on Facebook the next few years and did-n’t think we would see them again. “In the meantime, Linda called me about a sweet

girl from West Virginia who needed a place to staylast year. Emily Harmon, who had just started onthe tour after playing for Syracuse, settled into ourfamily and won our hearts as well. I got a text fromEmily a few weeks before the tournament this yeartelling me that she was coming back and wanted tostay with us along with her friend Natalie Pluskota,who is from Georgia. Our household looks muchdifferent now than it did in 2006 when we first host-ed. Our children are off working and at college now.It’s a good thing because soon after we heard fromEmily, I got a message from Erika and Urika sayingthey were coming and wanted to stay. Of course wesaid yes. We were so excited they were coming back.Lil came home from Ole Miss to see everyone. Itwas crazy, funny and very entertaining housing allfour girls. One morning our son, Kirkland, camehome from a turkey hunt with a dead turkey andthe reaction from the girls was hilarious. TheAmerican girls took it in stride, but the Japanesegirls didn’t know a turkey could look like that andwere screaming and talking fast Japanese. Oneafternoon when we had a break, we took them allfishing at Danelle and Kendall Garraway’s cabin inBolton. Danelle and Kendall were also a host family.Their girls and our girls all loved fishing and we all

had a blast. Watching Erika and Urika was especial-ly entertaining. “These professional tennis players are not living

the lavish life that we sometimes associate withbeing a professional athlete. It is very difficult tomake it to the top in the tennis world and the roadthere can be very long and hard. Hosting these play-ers makes that road a little easier. We are very fortu-nate that we are able to experience this fun tourna-ment and these professional tennis players in ourcity.”Catholic Charities and St. Dominic are on board

for next year. Dave Randall, director of tennis atRiver Hills Club, was pleased with the 2014Challenger. “This year’s tournament was a big suc-cess and we are looking forward to working withCatholic Charities and all the sponsors again nextyear. We couldn’t put on a top notch tournamentwithout their support.” From the pro/am event tothe chef’s cookout to the finals, a great time washad by allThe first USTA League Championship of the year

was held in late April at Magnolia Tennis Club inColumbus. The 65 and over division headed toColumbus for a weekend of fun and lots of tennis.Of course, rain came and caused some delays, butoverall, the 2014 USTA championships are off to agreat start. Linda Thompson, from the Northside,was captain of her ladies 4.0 winning team. The 3.5ladies champions haven’t been finalized yet, due tothe rain delays and the 3.0 ladies champions arefrom Columbus, captained by Donna Harrison. Onthe men’s side, both winning teams hail from the

During the recent USTA League 65 and over championship in Columbus, Linda Thompson’s 4.0 ladies broughthome the gold. Georgia Spencer, Carolyn Galloway, Cindy Stanley; (front) Phyllis Keveryn, Geri Smith, Linda

Thompson, Jeanne Moak, Barbara West. Not pictured: Anna Elliott, Cheryl Harris.

The planning committee for the upcoming USTA League 18 and over championship is hard at work planningthe tournament. Gayla Elliott, Lindsey Sartain, chairperson; Carrie Starks, Terry Overcash and Venecca Mason.

Not pictured: Mina Thorgeson, Mitch Peters, Anita Stamps.


qbkkfp ^as^kq̂ dbGulf Coast. Skip St. Amant was the captain for themen’s 3.5 team and Hap Davis captained the men’s4.0 winning team.The USTA League 18 and over state champi-

onships will be held in the Jackson-Ridgeland areaJune 26-29. A large field is expected to participatein this tournament. “We will have close to 1,000players and spectators in the tri-county area duringthis event. We are excited to be having it in theJackson-Ridgeland area,” says USTA MississippiAdult League Director Lindsey Sartain. ParhamBridges Tennis Center and Ridgeland TennisCenter are both serving as tournament hosts. USTALeague Tennis is the world’s largest recreationaltennis league providing organized, structured teammatches for all ability levels. Many teams “make it to state” some with the

expectation of playing to win and some just happyto make it there. While “winning state” is the ulti-mate prize, all teams come filled with childlikeexcitement and anticipation of having a fun-filledtime. The planning committee is comprised ofmembers who understand and have an apprecia-tion of what it takes to create a great experience forthe players. The highlight of every championshipweekend is the players party. This year players canexpect to have an awesome time at McB’s Bar andGrill Restaurant, the home of the one and onlyworld famous wine burger. Sponsorship plays a very big part in making the

championships a success. This year’s list of spon-sors include Mississippi Tennis Association, Tri-County CTA, Ridgeland Tourism Commission,Herrin-Gear Lexus, Capital City Beverage, ParhamBridges, Ridgeland Tennis Center and TennisCenter South. Without these organizations, thechampionships would not be possible.Thanks to volunteerism and a great local com-

mittee, plans are being made to deliver a fun andmemorable weekend for all. This year’s tourna-ment committee, headed by Carrie Starks,includes: Lindsey Sartain, Mina Thorgeson, MitchPeters, Anita Stamps, Terry Overcash, Gayla Elliottand Venecca Mason. USTA Mississippi loves their team captains and

appreciates their members who renew their mem-bership and keep playing the game. They are givingaway three iPads over the course of the year forrenewing your USTA membership and three Yeticoolers for some lucky team captains. During themonth of March, if you renewed your membershipyour name went in a hat for a drawing for the iPad.Two sisters from Ocean Springs were the luckywinners. Anna Katherine and Caroline Hudsonrenewed their family membership and now areenjoying their iPad. During April, all USTA Adultand Junior spring captains were able to register towin a Yeti cooler. Longtime USTA team captain,John Ross of Oxford won the first drawing for theYeti. Stay tuned to Facebook, ustamississippi, andWeb site www.mstennis.com to find out when yournext chance to win a great prize will be.It’s the perfect time of year to get out and play

tennis. It’s not too hot and it’s not too cold, it’s justright. Grab your racket and a friend and head to the

courts. Don’t forget, for all of your tennis needs, goto www.mstennis.com, like us on Facebook;ustamississippi or follow us on Twitter; ustamissis-sippi.

Four of the touring pros took time out of their schedule to leadlocal juniors during a free junior clinic. The juniors were invited tothe feature match of the day following the clinic. Peggy Porter,Abby Guthrie, Jackson native Keri Wong, and Danielle Lao.

Enjoying a beautiful afternoon on the tennis courts are local juniorsMary Crisler Gatlin and Julia Parker.

Juniors came from all over the tri-county area and Vicksburg forthe junior clinic held during the Women’s Challenger. Bennett

Herring, Ivy Yelverton, Harry McHenry and Adam Ecksten enjoy abreak from drills.

Two Japanese sisters have stayed on and off with the Hines since2006. Erika Sema, Lil Hines and Urika Sema

Natalie Pluskota from Georgia enjoyed her first stay with the Hines.Natalie Pluskota, Evie Hines, Emily Harmon

Emily Harmon from West Virginia came back from last year to staywith Evie and Kirk. Lil, Evie and Kirk Hines, Emily Harmon

The Hines children are grown now, but in 2006, they had twoJapanese sisters in their home for the Challenger, never knowing theywould still be hosting today. Lil, Kirkland and Olivia Hines with Urika

and Erika Sema.

The 2014 USTA $25,000 St. Dominic’sWomen’s Challenger was a huge success.During the week, many special activitieswent on while play was ongoing. The freejunior clinic was led by some of the touring

pros. The kids had a great time.

During the recent USTA $25,000 St.Dominic’s Women’s Challenger, Evie and KirkHines continued their tradition of being a hostfamily. They have supported the Challengersince 2006 by keeping players. This year, theyhad four players staying with them, much fun

and great memories for all.

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Herbert Hoover said it best, “Fishing is muchmore than fish. It is the great occasion when we mayreturn to the fine simplicity of our forefathers.” I lovegoing fishing. Even though my casting is terrible andI have a personal affiliation with the angling phrase“sometimes you have to cut bait.” From personalexperience, I can say that you should “cut bait” any-time your hook is attached to something that is not afish. After hooking myself a few times by the recoil ofjerking free bad casts, losing a lure over a visit to thedoctor for a tetanus shot is far less costly.Bad technique aside, I only wish I had more time

to watch a cork bob in the water. Sitting in the sun-shine with a fishing pole - on the bank of a tiny pondor in an old johnboat on the lake, reminds me ofsome of the best times with my daddy. Father’s Day is Sunday, June 15. My daddy always

went fishing with his dad on Father’s Day. After mygrandfather passed away, my sister and I did ourbest to continue the annual tradition of Father’s Dayfishing with our dad. A few years ago my fatherpassed away and now I hope that my children willcarry on the fishing legacy with their dad. There’s a Trace Adkins song that is reminiscent of

afternoons spent fishing with my daddy and almost

parallel to the day that my daughter caught her firstfish with a Barbie fishing pole. I choke up every timeI think about spending time drowning worms andthrowing back a fish that we could keep, understand-ing that sometimes it isn’t about catching the fish,but just fishing.Knowing when to throw a fish back is something

my dad taught me at an early age. Of course I lovedthe cute little bream that were no bigger than my fist,but he told me they weren’t worth the trouble itwould take to clean them. However, I now realizethat some of my catches weren’t legal to keep.According to the Mississippi Department of WildlifeFisheries and Parks, fish are measured by the totallength using a flat board with fish mouth closed andtail squeezed together, while paddlefish are meas-ured from the front of the eye to the fork of the tail.Another thing my daddy taught me is that if you

catch it and keep it, you’re either going to mount itor eat it. Please note: I do not have a mounted fish inmy house. And, unless my husband catches theworld record large mouth bass this Father’s Day,there will not be a mounted fish in my house. As faras fishing goes, we eat what we keep. If you have the opportunity to drop a line in the

water, I highly recommend it. You may reel in the bigone, but if you’d rather cook (or eat) what someonecatches - I have discovered some recipes for thosefishes worthy of fileting.

SMOKED FISH DIPINGREDIENTS2 cups flaked smoked fish filets 2 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened4 tablespoons sour cream 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or more totaste 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, or moreto tasteCracked black pepper, to taste1 green onion, finely chopped

DIRECTIONSPlace fish in Cameron’s Stovetop Smoker, cover

and cook for 12 to 16 minutes. Allow to fish to cool.In medium mixing bowl, flake fish and combine withmayonnaise, cream cheese and sour cream. Season

with Old Bay seasoning, hot pepper sauce,Worcestershire sauce, and cracked black pepper.Add green onions and blend all ingredients untilconsistency reaches a spread. Serve with crackers orcrostini bread.

FRESH FISH CAKESINGREDIENTS1 pound fish fillets 1 medium onion, chopped 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, or to taste 2 1/2 cups coarsely crushed Ritz crackers 1 egg All-purpose flour1 cup vegetable oil (for frying) Oxford Falls Remoulade Sauce

DIRECTIONSPreheat oven to 450 degrees. Season catfish lightly

with salt and pepper bake at 450 degrees for 8 to 10minutes or until fish is easily flaked with a fork. In amedium mixing bowl combine flaked fish, onion,

FOODWISE

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mustard, salad dressing, Old Bay seasoning, crackercrumbs and egg. Mix until evenly blended. In a largeskillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Form the fishmixture into patties, lightly coat with flour and fry inthe hot oil. Drain on paper towels, and serve imme-diately with remoulade sauce.

OVEN FRIED FISHINGREDIENTS1 1/2 pounds fish fillets 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon Everglades seasoning 1/2 teaspoon celery seed 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 cup milkCanola oil (in oil mister spray pump)

DIRECTIONSPreheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet

with aluminum foil and coat with canola oil.In a shallow dish, stir together the cornmeal, papri-

ka, thyme, salt, celery seed, onion powder, garlicpowder, and pepper. Dip the catfish fillets in milk,then place them into the cornmeal mixture and coatliberally; place on the greased baking sheet. Evenlycoat the tops of the fillets with oil until wet. Bake for12 to 16 minutes, or until fish is easily flaked with afork. Serve immediately.

STUFFED FISHINGREDIENTS4 to 6 whole fish, descaled and cleanedEverglades seasoning1/2 cup celery, chopped1/2 cup onion, chopped1/2 cup tomato, seeded and chopped1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped8 to 12 bacon strips2 lemons 4 tablespoons butter, melted

DIRECTIONSPreheat oven to 350 degrees. Sprinkle Everglades

seasoning outside and inside fish. In a small bowl,combine the juice of two lemons and melted butterand set aside. In a medium bowl combine celery,onion, tomato and bell pepper. Place vegetable mix-ture inside fish. Wrap fish with bacon and securewith toothpicks. Bake six to eight minutes. Turn fishover and pour lemon butter mixture over fish andcontinue to bake another six to eight minutes oruntil densest part of the fish is easily flaked with afork.

FISH FACTS:Belzoni was named Farm-Raised Catfish Capital ofthe World in 1976 by then Gov. Cliff Finch, but theLargemouth or Black Bass (Micropterus salmoides)was designated the state fish of Mississippi in 1974.

COMMON MISSISSIPPI FRESHWATER FISHALLIGATOR GAR - dense fish that is similar to lob-ster when cooked. Daily limit two. No Alligator Garharvest is allowed on Bee Lake in Holmes County.

BLACK BASS - (combinedlargemouth, spotted andsmallmouth bass) easy to filetand may have a little fishy fla-vor, but can be cooked inmany ways. Daily limit 10.

BREAM - (combined bluegill,redear and other sunfish)They don’t get big, a one-pounder is very big. Largercatches are sometimes fileted.More often they are scaledand gutted and cookedwhole. The meat is white andflaky and many say it is verysweet. Daily limit 100.

CATFISH - A type of scaleless,freshwater river fish distin-

guished by the whisker-like barbels that extend fromits mouth commonly farm raised in the MississippiDelta. It is very popular because of its mild taste andbecause of the limited number of bones. It is easilypoached, baked or fried. Daily limit varies by body ofwater.

CRAPPIE OR WHITE PERCH - (combined black andwhite) white and sweet, and bigger ones can be filet-ed. Often cooked whole and fried is the most com-mon way to cook them. Daily limit 30.

PADDLEFISH - are highly valued for their black eggs(roe) and its boneless, firm, white meat with a beef orpork-like texture. Daily limit two.

SAUGER - are often difficult to catch because theythrive in big deep lakes. They have a firm, mild,white flesh and can be prepared in numerous ways.Average weight is one pound. Daily limit 10.

STRIPED BASS - The meat of a striped bass is ahappy medium between flaky and meaty. Stripedbass is noted as one of the most versatile fresh waterfish and can be baked, blackened, fried or smoked.Daily limit six - 15 inch minimum.

WALLEYE - is larger in comparison to the often-con-fused Sauger fish. Walleye can weigh as much as 20pounds, their meat is white and sweet, with littlefishy flavor and can be prepared in a wide variety ofways. Daily limit three.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries,and Parks First Harvest Certificate and First CatchCertificate program is designed to honor that specialmoment in which a hunter harvests his/her first ani-mal or when an angler catches his/her first fish.Certificates are given to provide a way to rememberthose first special moments in a sportsman’s life-time. Check out the Mississippi Department ofWildlife, Fisheries and Parks site mdwfp.com formore information about fishing in Mississippi and toreceive a First Harvest or First Catch certificate.

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Aservice of worship celebrating the covenant marriage of Madeline Ashley May

and Andrew Ellis Brewer was held December 31 at 6 p.m. at the Grand Hotel in

Point Clear, Ala.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur William May of Ridgeland. She is the grand-

daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Zachary Taylor Hederman of Jackson, and the late Mr. and Mrs.

Albert Edwin May of Fulton. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Ellis Brewer of

Florence. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Harold Gene Stringer, and the late Mr. and

Mrs. Richard Ellis Brewer, all of Louisville.

The double ring ceremony was officiated by James Davis Elkin of Jackson and Marcus Smith

of Fairhope, Ala. Nuptial music was provided by Mary Margaret May of Ridgeland, soloist; and

the Steve Harmon string quartet.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a designer gown of ivory Alencon lace over

ivory charmeuse. It was fashioned with a strapless neckline closed in the back with pearl but-

tons. From the molded waistline, fell the fitted skirt with a slightly flared hemline. She wore a cut

edge walking length veil of illusion. She wore a pearl necklace and opal earrings that belonged

to her maternal grandmother. She carried a cascade shaped bouquet of white peonies, garden

roses, hydrangeas, white phalaenopsis

orchids and dusty miller. Tucked into her

bouquet was a monogrammed lace hand-

kerchief given to her by the John Tatum

family. The bride wore a sixpence in her

shoe, a gift from the Zach Hederman family.

Maid of honor was the bride’s sister, Mary

Margaret May. Bridesmaids were Lauren

Elisabeth Browning and Amy Elizabeth Lee.

They wore designer gowns of varying styles

in graphite silk crinkle chiffon. They carried

bouquets of white, sterling and steely roses,

white and blue hydrangeas, freesia, and

seeded eucalyptus. Flower girls were

Louisa Love Tatum, Julia Stradinger and

Ann Magee Stradinger. They wore ivory-col-

ored dresses, and carried white ribboned

baskets filled with pink and white rose

petals.

The bridegroom’s father was best man.

Groomsmen were Alexander Troy Grubbs

and Capt. Larry Brandon Lineberry. Ushers

were John Alexander

Stradinger and Warren Clint

Nanney.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents hosted a reception in the south ball-

room of the hotel. Upon arriving, the couple danced their first dance to “Into the

Mystic” by Van Morrison. The bride and her father danced to “My Girl,” and the

bridegroom and his mother did the electric slide to “Loves Me Like a Rock.”

Reception music was provided by Moon Dance from Birmingham. Guests enjoyed

food from around the world featuring French, Pacific Rim, American, Latino and

Mediterranean cuisine. The wedding cake was a three-tiered confection with alter-

nating flavored layers of almond and chocolate.

On the eve of the wedding, the bridegroom’s parents hosted a rehearsal dinner

in the Sky Lounge at the Grand Hotel, overlooking Mobile Bay. A bridesmaids

luncheon was hosted by Carol Tatum, aunt of the bride, in the Grand Hotel spa

where the attendants were given manicures and pedicures.

Following a wedding trip to Seaside, Fla., the couple is at home in Ridgeland

where the bridegroom is operations manager at Leadify, and the bride is a regis-

tered nurse on the orthopedic floor at Saint Dominic Hospital.

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Ellis Brewer

Madeline Ashley May & Andrew Ellis BrewerDECEMBER 31, 2013

GRAND HOTEL • POINT CLEAR, ALABAMA

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James Edward Fowler and Paula Mike Fowler of Jackson announce the engagement of their

daughter, Katina Edith Fowler, to Brandon Sinclair Hutson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Wren

Danford of Madison and Jeffrey Lynn Hutson of Friendswood, Texas.

The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Katina Panteliou Marodis, and the late Michael Emanuel

Marodis of Jackson, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Berson Lee Fowler of Monroe, La.

The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of Louise Campbell Dendy of Brandon, Mr. and Mrs. Billy

Franks Mitchell of Nashville, Shirley Ann Hutson of Dallas, and Mr. and Mrs. Bob N. Hutson of Brandon.

Miss Fowler is a 2006 graduate of Jackson Preparatory School and a 2010 graduate of Mississippi

State University where she received a bachelor’s degree in biology. She was a member of Delta Delta

Delta sorority. In 2013, she received a master’s in physician assistant studies from Mississippi College.

She is a physician assistant for an Urgent Care Clinic in Dallas.

Hutson is a 2006 graduate of Ridgeland High School. In 2010, he received a bachelor of business

administration degree from Mississippi State University, where he was a member of Kappa Sigma fraterni-

ty. He is the project manager for BHC Office Solutions in Dallas.

The couple will be married June 14 at 6 p.m. at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, with a reception fol-

lowing at The South. Brandon Sinclair Hutson, Katina Edith Fowler

Katina Edith Fowler& Brandon Sinclair Hutson

JUNE 14, 2014HOLY TRINITY GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH • JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI

ENGAGEMENTS


Caroline Hill Alexander and David Gilbert Alexander announce the engagement of their daugh-

ter, Mary Morgan Alexander, to Todd McLaurin Wade, son of Marilyn McLaurin Dzielak and Mr.

and Mrs. Luther William Wade II. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs.

Henry Morgan Hill of Memphis, and Dr. John Gilbert Alexander and the late Mary Sue Sadler Alexander

of Union. The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of Robert Sylvester McLaurin Jr. and the late

Charline Todd McLaurin of Brandon, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wilford Webb of Greenwood. Miss

Alexander is a 2007 honor graduate of St. Agnes Academy in Memphis. She was graduated with a bach-

elor’s degree in pharmaceutical sciences in 2010 from the University of Mississippi. At Ole Miss, Miss

Alexander was a Dean’s List scholar, an active member of Chi Omega sorority, and a member of the

Chancellor’s Leadership Class. She is a 2013 graduate from the University of Mississippi’s Early Entry

Pharmacy Program. She is completing a PGY1 pharmacy residency at Baptist Memorial Hospital-NM in

Oxford. Wade is a 1995 graduate of Jackson Preparatory School and a 2000 graduate of the University

of Mississippi, where he received a bachelor’s degree in sociology and a minor in political science. At Ole

Miss, Wade was a member of the M Club, and lettered four years in football. He was selected Who’s Who

Among Students in American Universities and Colleges, team captain in 1999, All-SEC, 2nd Team All-

American, and received the J. Richard Price and John Howard Vaught awards. He played nine years in

the National Football League before returning to Oxford. Wade serves as an investment advisor, presi-

dent of McLaurin Wade Properties, LLC, and managing partner of Standard Tax Certificate 1, LP. The cou-

ple will exchange vows at the Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea, June 7, in Key West, Fla.

Todd McLaurin Wade, Mary Morgan Alexander

Mary Morgan Alexander& Todd McLaurin Wade

JUNE 7, 2014BASILICA OF ST. MARY STAR OF THE SEA • KEY WEST, FLORIDA

Mr. and Mrs. Keith John Cooper of Tacoma, Wash., announce the engagement of their

daughter, Bethany Lynn Cooper, to William Lucien Smith Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. William

Lucien Smith Sr. of Jackson.

The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Wickward Moore Jr. of Sicklerville,

N.J., and the late Mr. and Mrs. William Eugene Cooper of Lexington, Mass. The prospective bridegroom is

the grandson of Mrs. Merrill Morris Hawkins and the late Dr. Hawkins, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth

Hall Smith, all of Starkville.

Miss Cooper is a graduate of the University of Richmond. She received her juris doctorate from the

University of Virginia School of Law. Miss Cooper is an attorney in private practice associated with the

Patrick Law Group in Atlanta.

Smith is a graduate of Harvard College. He received his juris doctorate from the University of Virginia

School of Law. Following graduation from law school, Smith served as a law clerk for Judge Rhesa

Barksdale of the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. He is chief of staff to Gov. Phil Bryant.

The couple will exchange vows June 28 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Charlottesville, Va.

Bethany Lynn Cooper

Bethany Lynn Cooper& William Lucien Smith Jr.

JUNE 28, 2014ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH • CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA

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Del Herrington and Mr. and Mrs. Greg King of Madison announce the engagement of their

daughter, Kristen Leigh Herrington, to Robert Lee Sybert, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sybert

of Hattiesburg.

The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Dr. and Mrs. Leo Russell of Madison, and Fran Herrington of

Collins and the late Louis Herrington of Lumberton.

Miss Herrington is a 2008 graduate of Madison Central High School. In 2013, she received a bachelor’s

degree in biological sciences from the University of Southern Mississippi. She teaches biological sci-

ences at West Marion High School in Columbia.

The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Sybert, the late Gary Wren and

Trudy Mision, all of Lima, Ohio. Sybert is a sergeant and K-9 handler with the Hattiesburg Police

Department. He was graduated in 2002 from Presbyterian Christian School and attended the University

of Southern Mississippi.

The couple will be married July 11 at the Cotton Market in Richland.

Kristen Leigh Herrington, Robert Lee Sybert

Kristen Leigh Herrington& Robert Lee Sybert

JULY 11, 2014THE COTTON MARKET • RICHLAND, MISSISSIPPI

Mr. and Mrs. George Stevens Hollister of Madison announce the engagement of their daugh-

ter, Sallie Marie Hollister, to Michael Benjamin Campbell, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Lee

Campbell II of Madison.

The bride-elect is the granddaughter of George J. Hollister of Pascagoula, the late Katherine Stevens

Hollister, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Vance Hickman Jr. of Hattiesburg, and the late Daisy May-Brown Hickman of

Vicksburg. The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of James Lee Campbell of Columbus, the late

Margaret Ann Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. Bertram Kenneth Jenkins of Gulfport, and the late Cordelia McDonald

Jenkins.

Miss Hollister is a 2004 graduate of Madison Central High School. She received her bachelor’s degrees in

business administration and sports studies from Mississippi State University in 2008 where she was a mem-

ber of Delta Gamma sorority. She is the marketing coordinator at Copeland, Cook, Taylor and Bush, P.A.

Campbell is a 2004 graduate of Madison Central High School. He received his bachelor’s degree in

accounting in 2008 and received his master’s of professional accountancy in 2009 from Mississippi State

University where he was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity. He is a CPA in the Healthcare Assurance

Department at Horne LLP.

The couple will exchange vows June 21 at St. James Episcopal Church.Michael Benjamin Campbell, Sallie Marie Hollister

Sallie Marie Hollister& Michael Benjamin Campbell

JUNE 21, 2014ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH • JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI

ENGAGEMENTS



Mr. and Mrs. Whitman Benedict Johnson III of Jackson announce the engagement of their

daughter, Ann Boswell Johnson, to Christopher Richard Carlson, son of the late Mr. and

Mrs. Richard Edward Carlson of Mobile. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and

Mrs. Samuel Richard Woodbury of Dyersburg, Tenn., and Dr. and Mrs. Whitman Benedict Johnson Jr. of

Clarksdale. Miss Johnson is a 2003 honors graduate of Jackson Academy. She attended the University

of Mississippi where she was a member of Alpha Lambda Delta and was on the chancellor’s honor roll.

Miss Johnson received her bachelor’s degree in music with a concentration in vocal performance from

Belhaven University. She was presented by the Debutante Club of Mississippi in 2004. Miss Johnson is

associated with the preschool at Jackson Academy.

The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Galanos of Mobile, and

Mr. and Mrs. Russell Edward Carlson of Minneapolis, Minn.

Carlson is a 2005 high honors graduate of Faith Academy in Mobile. He received his bachelor’s degree

in music with a concentration in vocal performance from Belhaven University. Carlson is pursuing a mas-

ter’s in information technology from Florida Institute of Technology. He is the information technology

intern for the USA International Ballet Company and is associated with Sal and Mookie’s.

The couple will exchange vows July 26 at 7 p.m. at St. Richard of Chichester Catholic Church. A recep-

tion will follow at The Fairview.Ann Boswell Johnson

Ann Boswell Johnson& Christopher Richard Carlson

JULY 26, 2014ST. RICHARD OF CHICHESTER CATHOLIC CHURCH • JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen P. West announce the engagement of their daughter, Alexandra

Jordan West, to James Austin Hudson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Hudson. The bride-

elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joe Winstead, the late Ruth Brown

and the late N.C. West.

The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of Elizabeth Youngblood and the late Charles Youngblood,

and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hudson, all of Columbus.

Miss West is a 2009 honor graduate of Hillcrest Christian School and a 2013 graduate of the University

of Mississippi Medical Center where she received a bachelor’s degree in radiology technology. She

teaches at Jackson Academy.

Hudson is a 2005 graduate of Clinton High School and a 2009 graduate of Mississippi State University

where he received a bachelor’s degree in construction management and land development. He is asso-

ciated with HouseWorks in Madison.

The couple will be married June 21 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, with a reception

following at Duling Hall.

James Austin Hudson, Alexandra Jordan West

Alexandra Jordan West& James Austin Hudson

JUNE 21, 2014ST. LUKE’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH • JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI

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PARTIESA N D C E L E B R A T I O N S

Davis Woodall, Mary Katherine Kitchings, Caroline Peeples, William Jones

Will Nichols, Madeleine Peeples

Madeleine and Caroline PeeplesJane Nichols, Deetsa MolpusMadeleine Peeples, Graham Stevens

Will Fontaine, David Marsh, Aubry Green, Hal and Robert Flowers, Steve Faulks

engagement partyMadeleine Peeples and Will Nichols were honored recently at an engagement

party in the home of Tell and Hal Flowers.Co-hosts and hostesses were Melissa and Dwayne Ballard, Alon Bee, Elaine and

Henry Chatham, Debbie and Dan Cole, Dannie and Boyce Craig, Mary Ann andJay Fontaine, Lynne and Walter Green, Susan and Jim Haltom, Leslie and DavidHancock, Alison and Louis Harkey, Beth Perry and Ben Jackson, Anne and JimJones, Beth and Taylor Kitchings, Laurie and Peter Koury, Scottye and Bob Lee,

Barbara and Andrew Mallinson, Patsy and David Marsh, Robin and MarkMayfield, Shelia and John McCullouch, Olivia and John Neill, Colette and ClayParker, Betty and Tom Parry, Karen and Joe Powell, Melinda and Steve Ray, Peggyand Bob Rives, Judy and Lane Rushing, Debbie and Tom Skelton, Wilma and PaulVanlandingham, and Anne and Bobby Yates.The bride-elect is the daughter of Holly and Alan Peeples. The prospective bride-

groom is the son of Jane and William Nichols.

MadeleinePeeples andWill Nicholsengagement

party

Adriana Mercier, Madeleine Peeples, Bailey Pond, Anna Claire Cauthen


Frank and Becky Goodman, Jane and Don NicholsLeigh Horne, Josh Green, Whitney and Alex Bondurant, Rachelle and Clayton Dinkins

Hannah Foreman, Bonney Neill, Helen Grace King, Parker CappsTell and Hal Flowers, Holly Peeples

Nora Frances McRae, Jane Nichols, Deetsa Molpus, Betsy RitterHelen Grace King, Parker Capps, Bonney Neill, Madeline Peeples

Alan and Madeleine Peeples, Will Nichols Will Nichols, Madeleine Peeples, Hannah Foreman, Will Ivison

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PARTIESA N D C E L E B R A T I O N S

Alex Hinton, Pippin Clifton

Hallye Stringer, Suzanne Hull, Kathy MansfieldPippin Clifton, Beth HintonAlex Hinton, Pippin Clifton, Olivia Hinton

Mike and Jennifer Bracken, Gean Rea, Dale Lancaster, Richard McRee, Johnny Neely, Ken Stringer, Charles Stacy, Jimmy Hull, Ken Mansfield; (third row) York and Helen Craig, Betty Ann Rea, Ida Lancaster, Kay McRee, Dianne Neely, Hallye Stringer, Suzanne Hull, Beverly and Bill Phillips, Duane O’Neill,

Hal Miller, Marvin Scott; (second row) Kathy Scott, Janet Hester, Cindy Jordan, Suzette Stacy, Donna O’Neill, Trisha Miller, Kathy Mansfield; (front) Woody and Elizabeth Craig, Olivia Hinton, Pippin Clifton, Alex, Beth and Jimmy Hinton

engagement partyAn engagement celebration honoring Pippin Clifton and Alex Hinton was held

recently in the home of Kathy and Marvin Scott. Co-hosts and hostesses includedKathy and Ken Mansfield, Theresa and Buck Buchanan, Hallye and Ken Stringer,Suzette and Charles Stacy, Donna and Duane O’Neill, Janet and Doug Hester, Kayand Richard McRee, Suzanne and Jimmy Hull, Helen and York Craig, Diane and

Johnny Neely, Tricia and Hal Miller, Cindy and Mark Jordan, Tammy and AnseMcLaurin, Mona and Ted Enstrom, Marilyn and Bill Roberts, Pat and DuffSudduth, Sissy and Larry Stacy, Beverly and Bill Phillips, Carol and Chris Rosson,Ida and Dale Lancaster, Betty Ann and Gean Rea, Jennifer and Mike Bracken, Annand Bob McElroy.

PippinClifton and

Alex Hintonengagement

party

Alex Hinton, Paula Jennings, Debra Billups, Barbara Pierce, Pippin Clifton


Beverly Phillips, Elizabeth Craig, Mallory Thompson, Anna Clement, Cindy JordanSuzette Stacy, Kathy Scott, Beth Hinton, Donna O'Neill

Warren Arnold, Anna Clemment, Elliott Thompson and Will ArnoldJimmy, Beth and Alex Hinton, Pippin Clifton, Olivia and Josh Hinton, Elizabeth and Woody Craig

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EVENTSNEW SUMMITDRAWDOWNNew Summit School recently held its 14thannual draw down fund-raiser “TropicalParadise.” The funds raised will go toward stu-dent scholarships, classroom supplies, technol-ogy equipment, and other amenities for thenew building that will be completed in the 2014school year. Shown are scenes from the event.

Terry and Linda Foreman Randy and Autumn Douglas

Melissa Malouf, Frank HaddenJennifer Gatewood, Sarah PerkinsMary Linda Moss, Adria Coward

Jesse, Becky, Locke and Jay Leverette Eliza Ueltschey, Jeanine Pickering, Dianne Baer


EVENTSTRI DELTASPRING SOCIALThe Jackson Area Delta Delta Delta Alumnaerecently held their spring social at InteriorsMarket in Fondren, where members enjoyed anevening of shopping.The Tri Delta alumnae chapter is open to allarea alumnae and welcomes participation. Formore information contact chapter presidentLyn McMillin at [email protected] are scenes from the event.

Lyn McMillin, Susan Travis, Finney Moore Tatum Goodman, Mary Kathryn Allen, Anna Haralson

Leslie Coker, Melanie McKinleyMargie Jepson, Betty Lynn Freeman, Beth Kitchings, Nancy DerivauxOlivia Champion, Jordan Goodwin

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EVENTSKIDNEY UPTOWNDRAWDOWNThe 20th anniversary celebration of the$10,000 Uptown Drawdown, benefiting theMississippi Kidney Foundation, was heldrecently at the Country Club of Jackson. Thegala is the largest fund-raising event of thefoundation. The event included a cocktail buffet, silent auc-tion featuring Mississippi artists, and dancingto Meet the Press. Masters of ceremony wereWilson Stribling and Kent WilkinsonShown are scenes from the benefit.

Mike and Linda Warren, Houston Stephens Wanda and John Regan

Katie and Clay SandersMary Bonds, Kim Cook, Lyketta ColeDana and Scott Wilson

Catherine Wygel, Sandy Temple, Kathy Waring, Gail Sweat, Mae Patton Anna and David Adcock, Molly and Adam Griffin

Kay and Charles Mortimor Wilson and Jennifer Stribling Jon and Ashley Seawright Cassie and David Carroll


Alvin and Becky BrentChris, Adrian and Christopher BrantleyStephanie and Derrick Tesseneer

Patti and Barney Daly, Cheryl and Cal Wells Becker Sams, Becky Herren, Weatherly Rose, Stan Herren

Con and Betty Maloney, JW and Bridgett Fielder Susan and Tommy Weems, Suzie and Jeff Adcock

KIDNEY UPTOWN DRAWDOWN

Lori and Bridgeforth Rutledge Doug Evans, Beth Bates Sharon Wyatt, Robert Childress Matt and Kelly Ferrell

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Steve Rowell, Deena HeathRandy and Sharon Tew, Christy and Mike StephensLuis and Valentina Juncos

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EVENTSTASTE OF MISSISSIPPISPONSORSThe Taste of Mississippi sponsor preview partywas held recently at Sanders McNeal Studioand Gallery. Taste of Mississippi was held April7 at Highland Village. The event included foodfrom 40 restaurants, drinks from 10 beveragedistributors, live music by Pryor and theTombstones and Hunter Gibson and theGators, and a silent auction. Proceeds benefitStewpot Community Services. Shown are scenes from the sponsor party.

Lee Rosenberg, Lauren Polston, Samantha King Shannon Pooley, Greg Webb, Suzie Pooley

Kay Beasley, Pamela LampkinJohnny and Linda Bass, Tim MagandyBobby and Ashley Lacoste

Bert Wallace, Tony Causey, Linda Causey, Lezlin Wallace Rhonda Tomlin, Katrice Banks, Calvin Doughty, Stephanie Banks

Sylvia Pooley, Jane Anna Barksdale Nina Lott, Mark Herbert Shirley Trigg, Amy Walker Marni Wilpert, John McNeal


Dawn and Mike FlannesSusan Hill, Barbara Brunini, Carol SpencerDaniel and Wanda Quon

Sgt. Montel Cleaver, JPD; Calvin Doughty, Shamberi Horton, Lesley Collins Barber Boone, Carolyn Trigg, Ernestine Wine

India Johnson, Cecilla Louisville, Doris Scott Sam and Sylvia Pooley, Hank Aiken

TASTE OF MISSISSIPPI SPONSORS

Kenneth Stamps, Wendolyn Young Niya Wilson, Sheila Bingham Madalan and Eric Lennep Ashley Lacoste, Mary Cochran

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Philip Gaines, Sam PooleyBob Byrd, Dexter BlanchardDerek Finley, Kenneth Stamps

Michelle Bingham, Heather Ivery, Jeriod Watts Doris Scott, Brian Beckham, Alan Burrow

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EVENTSWILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY SHOWThe Greater Jackson Arts Council hosted anopening reception for the wildlife photographyof Joe Mac Hudspeth exhibit at the Arts Centerof Mississippi. Attendees were able to meet theartist, browse the exhibit, and purchase a piece,print or his new book, “Return to the SouthernWild.” Hudspeth is best known for his MississippiDuck Stamp prints. He is a self-taught, lifelongMississippian who took his first photo morethan 30 years ago. Shown are scenes from the reception. Tippy Garner, Ellen McLean Ashley Coleman, Squire Merideth

Charisse and Wayne WiggsWilliam Earl Morgan, Samantha LedbetterTeresa Malone, Janet Harris

Austin Richardson, Gretchen Haren, Perry Richardson Joe Mac Hudspeth, Sam and Rita Latham


e love a good partyand so do our readers!Don’t let your party end when the guests go home. Keep it going by submitting pictures from

it to The Northside Sun Magazine. It’s Easy. Just make sure when using a digital camera to have the setting at the highest resolution possible and e-mail them to us or submit a CD. Or the old fashioned

way using film prints still works great!!! Type up something about the fun event and identify everyone inthe photos and it’s done. And remember we like photos exclusive to us.

Still have questions? Gives us a call: 957-1123 or e-mail [email protected]

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EVENTSART FOR ART LOVERSMississippi Museum of Art After Hoursrecently hosted An Art Lovers’ Soiree in theDickies Building. An array of artwork was pre-sented by Fischer Galleries, Art Space 86,Sanders McNeal Studio and Gallery, andLightsey Gallery. Shown are scenes from the event.

Harold Corbin, Jean Bush, Joan Marie Kaye Debi Pearsall, Tricia Fortenberry

Darren and Evan Schwindaman, Melia DickerDavid Russell, Richard Kelso, Sam BiebersSarah and Avery Buffington

Carver Brown, Beth Batton, Steven Chevalier, Caitlin Podas Lauren Stennis, Tom and Laurilyn Fortner, Susan Shands Jones, Ann Brock, Howard Jones

Marcy Fischer-Nessle, Claudia Hauberg Jennifer West, Melissa Hause Bucky and Holly Crystal Rachel Jones, Janie West


Mary Claire Primos, Ellen JohsonMargaret, Emily and David HobartWyatt Waters, Susan Russell

Chris Meyers, Jon Lansdale, Steven White, Rachel Meyers Jane Waugh, Monique Mosley, Elizabeth Robinson

David West, Holly Lange, Jerrod Partridge Melanie Halbrook, Jeff and Wanda Monk

ART MUSEUM SOIREE

Cindy Tauchar, Catron Williams William Goodman, Tom Beck Sarah Jane and Mary Alston Sheila Staggs, Amy Hudson

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Best of Both Worlds. From lectures and community engaged learning

courses to concerts and community-wide celebrations of diversity and culture, the Millsaps campus is constantly alive. At Millsaps, every idea

has a chance to succeed. www.millsaps.edu

EVENTSGALLERY GUILDMEETINGPortraits of women by Leonardo da Vinci(1452-1519) highlighted the recent springmeeting of the Gallery Guild of the MississippiMuseum of Art. Dr. Roger Ward, deputy direc-tor and chief curator for the museum, present-ed a slide show, Beauty + Mystery = Allure,Portraits of Women by the Italian Painter.Shown are scenes from the meeting.

Michele Berry, Joanne Cheek, Sister Simmons Mary Helen Bowen, Ed Wall, Mysty Scalia

Melissa Murphree, Gail Collins, Jan CarterSophia Owen, Jane Hyde, Carol PeasterTessie Smith, Susan Ainsworth

Miriam Ethridge, Bessie Speed, Nell Wall, Jean Bush Helen Dalehite, Mary Elizabeth Smith, Jane Gerber

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EVENTSCATHOLIC CHARITIESSAVOR THE FLAVORCatholic Charities Jackson hosted the first“Savor the Flavor” evening recently at Hal andMal’s. The event highlights local restaurants.Live entertainment was presented by the LuckyHand Blues Band.The event benefits the Migration SupportServices of Catholic Charities Jackson. Shown are scenes from the evening.

Dan Nicholas, Ann and Jack Fry John Dorsa, Bishop Joseph Koppcz

Greg and Kelley PatinTatiani McDonald, Karla Elmore, Elizabeth CryanAndre and Beth ’de Gruy

Mary Helen Walton, Madison Johnson, Kali Lee, Chloe Campbell, Anna Burkes, Annelise Lee Soni Shrestha, Tere Turner, Shoba Gaymes, Blanca Love, Manisha Chatlani

Tammy and Michael Louvier Kelly Madeo, Lisa Horton William and Vera Johnson Mike and Lori Brechtel


Judy and George HoffDan O’Brien, Jade Craig, Darein SpannGluin Sunds, Karen Cox

Todd Thompson, Alex Ross, Bill Carlin, Arthur Jones David and Leigh Wright, Michele and Thomas Harris

Brian and Elsa Baughman, Ben Hall, Marta Charrih Beth Gaston, John Gomez, Charlene Bullock

CATHOLIC CHARITIES SAVOR THE FLAVOR

Betsy Smith, Arteria Puckett Kim Besselievre, Barbara Thompson Tony and Leslie Haines Cindy and Doyle Jefcoat

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EVENTSLEGACY MEDICALREUNIONThe Legacy Medical Class Reunion was heldrecently at the Country Club of Jackson.This event was for 1935-1963 graduates of theUniversity of Mississippi Medical School. Aluncheon was held in the Norman C. NelsonStudent Union, where Dr. James Keeton, vicechancellor for health affairs and dean of theschool of medicine, presented the welcome.After lunch the honorees went Back to theFuture in Medical Education, where they hadthe opportunity to experience what it is like tobe a medical student today. Dick Ellison, Paul Moore, Judy Ellison Brantley and Ann Pace

Ralph Brock, Brenda Brock McIntyreDewitt Crawford, Barbara Cook, Kay Rone, Suzanne Miller Joy and Robert May

Wayne Rone, Nancy Burrow, Michelle and Sam Field, Charles Burgess Elizabeth Hilbun, Marye Moore, Susane Whites, Peggy Crawford, Brenda Hilbun, Helen Abraham

Walter Rose, Bill McKell Carol and Charles Rodney Smith Martha and George Ball JJ and Barbara Davis

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Bill Cook, Bill BowlusRichard Johnson, Jerry and Ann GulledgeAnnie and George V. Smith

Ginger Roby, Geoffrey Mitchell, Mimi Seto, Phoebe Quinn Dan and Susane Whites, Peggy and Dewitt Crawford

Jimmy Hayes, Margaret Walker, Glyn and Elizabeth Hilbun Richard and Sally Yelverton, Joseph and Mary Johnson, Eugene Wood

LEGACY MEDICAL REUNION

Bill and Jackie McKell Wadie Abraham, Dewitt Crawford Charles and Garnett Spence Bill and Neal McQuinn


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