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Blues enthusiast Garry Burnside is set to perform live at the Burnside Music Fest, promising an evening of authentic blues music and good company. The event celebrates the intersection of quality music, passionate performers, and engaged audiences.
A new local gift card program called Main Street Moolah offers graduates and gift-givers a way to celebrate while supporting downtown businesses. The redeemable currency can be used at participating shops throughout the community.
Local favorite Tita's Tacos & Tamales will be serving authentic street tacos, tamales, and fresh-made specialties at the Burnside Music Fest on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The food vendor spotlight highlights an opportunity for festival-goers to support local businesses while enjoying great music and cuisine in Historic Downtown Ripley.
With the Burnside Music Fest just weeks away, organizers are opening final vendor spots for local artists, makers, and small businesses. Those interested in joining the celebration of music, food, and community are urged to apply immediately as spaces are limited.
The MLK Dream Team is hosting its inaugural Juneteenth Freedom Day celebration on Ripley Main Street, featuring live entertainment, food vendors, and family-friendly activities. The community event aims to honor history, celebrate culture, and bring people together.
The city of Ripley, Mississippi will host a comprehensive Memorial Day program featuring the American Legion, a D.A.R. historical marker unveiling, and refreshments to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Sophomore golfer Cobey Riddle of Blue Mountain Christian University finished tied for 15th place at the NAIA Men's Golf National Championship, contributing to his team's competitive showing at the prestigious national tournament.
Tippah County sports fans are in for a treat as the Ripley Tigers host the Aberdeen Bulldogs in a highly anticipated home football game this evening, May 15, 2026.
Anthony Morgan has been named the 2025-2026 1st Franklin Financial Tippah County Sports Male Athlete of the Year, recognizing his outstanding athletic achievements and contributions to local sports.
No. 12 ranked Blue Mountain Christian's men's golf team concluded its record-breaking season at the NAIA National Championship, falling just short of team advancement while sophomore standout Cobey Riddle qualified to continue competing individually.
Blues legend Cedric Burnside is set to perform at the Burnside Music Fest, bringing his deeply rooted traditional sound to his hometown of Ripley. The festival promises to be a special celebration of blues heritage and community.
Kaylee Estes has been named the inaugural 2025-2026 Franklin Financial Tippah County Sports Female Athlete of the Year, marking a significant recognition for her athletic achievements and contributions to local sports.