There are a couple of gorgeous beaches on the west side of the Mississippi river near Lake Street in south Minneapolis. Is it safe to swim or wade at them? [more inside]
posted by vytae on Jun 11, 2009 - 7 answers

I have a follow-up to this Southern US road trip question. My route is firmed up, and I'd like recommendations for anything to see or skip between hotel stops. [more inside]
posted by willnot on Jan 22, 2009 - 21 answers

Tell me about Shreveport, Louisiana. Things to see. Places to eat. Quickest and safest way to get there. [more inside]
posted by sixcolors on Sep 16, 2008 - 8 answers

This (early 19th century, mississippi river?) oil on canvas painting (large size, 612 Kb) has been in my family for generations. Who painted it, when, where? [more inside]
posted by stereo on Aug 6, 2008 - 8 answers

Chicago to Houston in one week, two lovely gals, one Camry: We're taking a road trip the week before July 4, starting in Chicago and ending in Houston. Any route tips? Things to see? Do? Quirky free attractions to see along the way? [more inside]
posted by melodykramer on May 7, 2008 - 16 answers

I'm trying to put together a playlist of songs with the words Memphis or Mississippi in them. [more inside]
posted by cainiarb on Mar 6, 2008 - 59 answers

I've been considering a position in Jackson, Mississippi. The job would be fantastic and a real step-up. The folks there seem eager to have me. The problem is Mississippi. My parents and sister now live there, but pretty far south (Picayune). I live in PA and before this mostly in the Midwest. Will I fit in? [more inside]
posted by Toekneesan on Mar 3, 2008 - 6 answers

Moving to Memphis: It seems a bit crime-y, am I going to die? Give me the low-down on real life in Memphis. [more inside]
posted by MasonDixon on Feb 19, 2008 - 12 answers

Can the British just sail right up the Mississippi? [more inside]
posted by Flunkie on Feb 18, 2008 - 15 answers

What should we not miss in a 3 day drive from New Orleans to Atlanta? [more inside]
posted by jur777 on Nov 21, 2007 - 10 answers

My best friend is stationed in Biloxi, MS with Americorps and I'm planning on going down there for a Southern roadtrip over the Christmas holidays. What should we see within 4-6 hours of Biloxi? [mi] [more inside]
posted by moooshy on Nov 11, 2007 - 12 answers

Help me find family-friendly winter holiday festivals and celebrations in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama to be held this year (2007-2008)-- especially non-Christian celebrations like those celebrating Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, or just winter itself. Or specific cultural celebrations that would offer something beyond the usual Xmas/Santa stuff. [more inside]
posted by mdiskin on Aug 6, 2007 - 6 answers

Any Mississippians/Louisianans care to tout the virtues and/or notable places and events of their homeland (or at least point me in the direction of a some good fried pickles?) [more inside]
posted by Rewind on Jul 5, 2007 - 12 answers

Southern Christmas/winter holiday traditions for families with kids -- point me to some good things to see, places to go, eat, etc in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama especially (GA, Arkansas, TN also welcome).... [more inside]
posted by mdiskin on Jun 17, 2007 - 10 answers

Can you identify this strange plant? [more inside]
posted by Mr. Gunn on Apr 28, 2007 - 4 answers

Road trip! Atlanta to Arkansas in early April. My grandparents will be visiting from California and my husband and I are taking my them on what will most likely be their last trip back to the homes of their youth in Wesson, Arkansas (near El Dorado). With an 800-mile trip one way, we'll spend over a week on the trip, and will probably have to stop overnight somewhere on the way -- Jackson? Natchez? any suggestions for where to sleep or must-see stops on the way? [more inside]
posted by mdiskin on Mar 1, 2007 - 10 answers

Rare Book Dealers in Mississippi? (Help a student librarian!) [more inside]
posted by Jaybo on Mar 11, 2006 - 6 answers

NameMyCatFilter: So we are fostering a kitten that was rescued from a house in Mississippi destroyed by Katrina -- a situation that will likely become permanent, and now we are thinking about a name for the little guy. Constraints inside. [more inside]
posted by Rock Steady on Dec 2, 2005 - 55 answers