Tuesday, March 17, 2026

My Hometown - Purvis, Missisippi in the 1960s

This is what Purvis, Mississippi would look like if Norman Rockwell showed up to "paint the town" in the 50s or 60s. Images are artistic interpretations inspired by actual photos.

 

Ohio Avenue in Purvis

Lamar Theater on the left (burned in 1962)

L to R: Campbell Feed Store, Rexall Drugs, Bank, Lamar County Self Service Grocery

Myatt Brothers Grocery on a Saturday afternoon for the "Jackpot" drawing

Purvis Warehouse (also called Dyar's Feed Store)

Lamar County Bank

Adcock's Sinclair Service Station

Tip's Fast Stop Convenience Store and Service Station

Movie Star of Purvis - a factory that made women's garments

Herrin Ford on Highway 11 as you enter Purvis from the north

Lamar County Courthouse in Purvis

Lamar County Health Department in Purvis

Teachers' Dormitory

Purvis Elementary School built in 1927

Purvis Junior High School

Purvis High School 1927 - 1961

Home Economics and Vocational Agriculture Building 1927 - 1962

Purvis High School 1962 - 2026

(Old) First Baptist Church in Purvis

(Old) Methodist Church in Purvis

Diem's Diner on Ohio Avenue in Purvis

Southern Depot in Purvis

Whitespot Café on Highway 11 in Purvis



Monday, November 20, 2023

Katie's Woods on Grapevine Lake - Part 2

 Sandstone cliffs, rocky coves, hilly ground, and a rustic feel make Katie’s Woods one of my favorite spots on the shores of Grapevine Lake. Photos taken November 13, 2023 in overcast conditions. (12 photos)

 













Sunday, November 19, 2023

Katie's Woods on Grapevine Lake - Part 1

Sandstone cliffs, rocky coves, hilly ground, and a rustic feel make Katie’s Woods one of my favorite spots on the shores of Grapevine Lake. Photos taken November 13, 2023 in overcast conditions. (12 photos)













 

Sunday, May 14, 2023

Clasping Coneflowers

I walked down to Grapevine Lake on May 13 and was surprised to see all of the wildflowers; especially the large patches of Clasping Coneflowers just off Horseshoe Trail at the end of Park Road 10. Clasping Coneflowers are very similar to Mexican Hat, but they can be distinguished by their leaves. Leaves of Clasping Coneflower appear to wrap around the stem at their base.

Wildflowers by the Lake


Clasping Coneflower Leaf Detail



Comparison  

Clasping Coneflowers