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2014 Mississippi Tour Guides – Available Now!

On January 9, 2014 / Uncategorized / Leave a comment

The 2014 official Mississippi Tour Guides are now available in print and online! The guide is all-new for 2014, including a re-vamped layout featuring the state’s multitude of treasures and towns broken down by area: Capital/River Region, Coastal Region, Delta Region, Hills Region, and Pines Region. Find out about all the great places to Eat, Shop, Play and Stay in the great state of Mississippi, learn about the state’s many golf courses, lodging in all areas, RV parks, state parks, discover Mississippi trails, and so much more! Yazoo County has several listings that have been featured in the Delta area guide. Also, brand new to the state is the Mississippi Tour Guide App! You can view the full guide on your mobile device by downloading the app from iTunes or Google Play. You can also view the digital guide from your computer. Links below! Digital guide (view from your laptop

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An award winning year in Yazoo County, Mississippi

On December 20, 2013 / Uncategorized / Leave a comment

Celebrating a successful 2013 in Yazoo County, and looking forward to a FABULOUS 2014! We are celebrating another award-winning year in Yazoo County tourism! The Big Move! The year started out on a high note with our move to the high-traffic area of Highway 49 (Jerry Clower Boulevard) in Yazoo City, and the opening of our all-new Visitors Center. The support we received from the Yazoo County community has been wonderful, and our visitors have enjoyed the convenience. Our new location has helped us to capture the attention of folks traveling through the city, as well as given our office staff the space and resources to be even more effective. Our open house was held on January 17 (amid snow and an ice storm) and was well attended by local residents and tourism professionals from around the state. Thank you for your support! Shopping Guide Update 2013 also brought in

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The Legend of the Witch of Yazoo

On November 26, 2013 / Famous Yazooans, Literary, Tours, Uncategorized / 27 Comments

The Witch of Yazoo Located in the middle of the historic section of Glenwood Cemetery, Yazoo City’s public cemetery, is a grave surrounded by chain links known as, “The Witch’s Grave”. The legend of the Witch of Yazoo became famous in Willie Morris’ book, Good Old Boy published in 1971. This story is an example of the unusual folklore surrounding Yazoo County. Many have pointed out that the grave and the legend were there long before Morris was born, and that the chain had been broken for a long time. According to the legend, the old woman lived on the Yazoo River, and was caught torturing fishermen who she lured in off the river. The sheriff is said to have chased her through the swamps where she was half drowned in quicksand by the time the sheriff caught up with her. As she was sinking, she swore her revenge on

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Holidays at the Hampton

On November 26, 2013 / Past Events / Leave a comment

Don’t miss this wonderful holiday event in Yazoo City. The lovely Hampton Inn – Yazoo City is hosting Holidays at the Hampton Join us for Holiday Cookies and Punch. Come and be a part of The Angel Tree sponsored by The Salvation Army, and see our beautiful Hotel. December 5, 2013 From 4:30PM to 7:00PM For more information, contact: 2161 Grand Ave, Yazoo City, MS 39194 • chawlahotelsdos@gmail.com • 662.746.3333

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CVB Honors Awards 2013 Winners

On November 22, 2013 / Past Events, Uncategorized / 1 Comment

YAZOO COUNTY TOURISM RECOGNIZES BEST AND BRIGHTEST IN THE COUNTY’S INDUSTRY Yazoo City, Miss. (November 21, 2013) – Last week, the Yazoo County Convention & Visitors Bureau, winners of the 2012 and 2013 CVB of the Year for their budget category from the Mississippi Tourism Association, presented a host of awards to tourism entities around the county during the 2013 CVB Honors program. Held at The No Smoking Smokehouse on Main Street in Yazoo City, the awards ceremony showcased the best and brightest tourism organizations, front line staff members, volunteers and projects from across Yazoo County. The award recipients were as follows: Restaurant of the Year – Ubon’s Barbeque of Yazoo Hotel of the Year – Main Street Hotel Fast Food Establishment of the Year – P-Reaux’s Hut on Broadway Front Line Staff of the Year, Restaurant – Hazel Davis at Hall of Fame Restaurant Front Line Staff of the

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Main Street Market

On November 13, 2013 / Shopping / 1 Comment

Main Street Market 210 South Main Street Yazoo City, Mississippi 662.751.8886 10 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Saturday. Closed Sunday. For an unusual shopping excursion, Main Street Market is the place to visit! We have antiques, collectibles, gifts, and much more.

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Veterans’ Day Parade

On November 8, 2013 / Annual Events, Past Events / 2 Comments

Yazoo Veterans’ Day Parade Yazoo Salutes The Troops – Find us on Facebook! November 7, 2015 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Historic Downtown Yazoo City! Yazoo County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Veterans’ Day Parade on Saturday, November 7, 2015. We would like to encourage individuals, businesses and organizations to enter a decorated float in the parade for veterans to ride. All floats need to have handrails installed and be ready for the parade by 10:45 a.m. that day. First, second and third place awards will be given for float decorations. Please register with the Chamber if you are entering a float in the parade. CLICK HERE FOR THE PARADE ENTRY FORM We would like to encourage homeowners and businesses to decorate their homes and businesses for the parade event. First, second and third place awards will be given for structure decorations. Decorations need to be on

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Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting

On November 7, 2013 / Annual Events, Past Events / Leave a comment

Yazoo County Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting The 93rd annual meeting and banquet of the Yazoo County Chamber of Commerce is Thursday, November 21, 2013 at 6pm at the McCoy Elementary School Cafeteria. World Champion turkey caller and entertaining outdoors speaker Preston Pittman has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and the Late Show with David Letterman. On Nov. 21 he will be appearing in Yazoo City at the Yazoo County Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting. Tickets are just $25 for an individual, with corporate tables available for $250, and include the evening’s meal. Corporate tables and sponsors will enjoy a meet & greet with Preston. The evening will also include a silent auction and door prizes. Contact the Yazoo County Chamber of Commerce at 662.746.1273 or chamber@ycedd.com for more information or to purchase tickets.

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Holiday Open House

On November 5, 2013 / Annual Events, Past Events / 4 Comments

Holiday Open House Shop Yazoo for the Holidays, November 13, 2016! Beat the big city traffic and the frustrations of over-crowded stores. Shop Yazoo this holiday season for unique, boutique & thrifty gifts for everyone on your list! 2016 Holiday Open House Yazoo Holiday Open House- Sunday, November 13 Don’t miss the 2016 Yazoo Holiday Open House. Participating businesses kick off the Christmas Season early in Yazoo County. Don’t miss this great chance to shop Yazoo! Participating Businesses (updated November 2, 2016) Anderson’s Jewelry Arnett Jewelry Black’s Fabric and Department Store Bow Ties & Tutus Children’s Consignment Store Cindi’s Gifts of Distinction Dixie Lane Tearoom and Bakery Downtown Marketplace Dream Care Daycare Good Hope General Merchandise Grace Hardware Ora’s Closet Boutique The Spa at Yazoo City Scentual Attractionz Dress Shop Simple Girls Boutique & Gift Shop, Too! The Junkyard Dog Salvage Company Vanjon’s Pharmacy Webb’s Pharmacy Yazoo Drug Company Yazoo Florist

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CVB Honors

On November 5, 2013 / Annual Events, Past Events / Leave a comment

The cream of Yazoo County’s tourism crop has been harvested! Join us as we celebrate their success at the 2013 CVB Honors payday loan online approval CVB Honors Thursday, November 14, 2013 at The No Smoking Smokehouse 209 South Main Street Yazoo City, Mississippi Reception – 6:00 PM Awards – 6:30 PM Dress for the harvest! Boots, hats & jeans are welcome! Let everyone know how proud you are of our winners! Join our event page on Facebook! Live music by Adib Sabir and Deeb’s Blues Refreshments by Cafe 7 Decorations by Good Hope General Merchandise Presented by the Yazoo County Convention & Visitors Bureau Visit Yazoo Winners of CVB of the Year 2012 and 2013 from the Mississippi Tourism Association

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