![]() This once-dead tree, now beautifully carved into angels, symbolizes the indomitable spirit of three people who clung to it and miraculously survived the devastating wrath of Hurricane Katrina. Louis stands as a poignant and living tribute to resilience. Whether you believe in extraterrestrial encounters or not, this area is an intriguing reminder of the mysteries that remain unsolved. In the 1970s, this region experienced a series of unexplained phenomena, leading to numerous reports of UFO sightings - including by over two dozen law enforcement officials. Venturing northward, you’ll reach the site of the Madison County UFO sightings. READ MORE: 10 reasons we love Coastal Mississippi Stroll along the shore and marvel at the crystal-clear waters. Take a ferry to the barrier island just 12 miles off the coast, then spend the day exploring. Known for its pristine beaches, clear waters and rich history, Ship Island is a hidden gem where locals and travelers alike can escape to a relaxing paradise without leaving the Gulf Coast. Our adventure begins on Ship Island, a true natural wonder. – Glenda Morris Lesherġ3 things we had no clue were Southern until we moved away from the South – Stephanie Best Neelġ0) The word is " Y’all." It’s a contraction of you all. – Teri Plichtaĩ) The hottest pepper by the Guinness Book of World Records is the Carolina Reaper. They have to count the straws on the broom before they can enter and before the sunrises. ![]() – Marie Sheppard RaymerĨ) Some of us still keep a broom across the door to keep the bad boogie spirits out. Fascinating history along connected to that road along the Grand Strand. The Hwy connecting North Carolina to Charles Town, South Carolina (now known as Charleston), was completed in 1735. – Greg Bradshawħ) Hwy 17, Kings Hwy was named for King Charles II. – Denise PyattĦ) Count the fogs in August to see how many snows we are going to have. – Elayna Fisher Brownĥ) College football is a religion. – Victoria Anne Bartoloneģ) Rocket scientist capital of the world is in Alabama!! – Lynda Taylor GlascockĤ) That’s why front and back porch ceilings are haint blue…to keep the haints (ghosts) away. ![]() Those cherished delicious and nutritious recipes that are passed on from generation to generation with love is Southern Food. Southern recipes are made from scratch and everything our parents learned about cooking, was learned from their parents and so on. Get the latest from It's a Southern Thing by subscribing to our newsletter, where you'll find the latest videos, stories and merchandise.ġ) is the birthplace of sweet tea! - Amelia TuttleĢ) Fast Food restaurants up the street ARE NOT Southern Food. You can read some of the responses below (note: we edited some for length and clarity), and you can read all of them on our Facebook page. We asked people to, "Tell us a Southern fact that is not universally known" and got over 6,000 replies! I'm going to ruffle some feathers saying this, but most of those comments I would qualify as strong opinions, we are passionate Southerners after all, but I was able to boil down a few interesting tidbits that maybe the average person doesn't know about the South!
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