About Rankin County, MS

Avid golfers in the Brandon/Pearl area will want to visit Patrick Farms Golf Course, located 2 miles south of I-20 at Exit 54 (Crossgates).

The entrance to the course is off Greenfield Road. Golfers new to the area can map the location here. Patrick Farms Golf Course is an 18 hole, par 72 course with wide fairways and challenging greens, and they have active leagues for men, ladies, and couples.

Patrick Farms is open 364 days a year. They have optional dual membership that includes Whisper Lake Country Club in Madison, MS.

Members enjoy prime tee times, and tournaments are held for all skill levels.

The 5,000 square foot clubhouse consists of a restaurant, pro shop, members lounge, and meeting rooms.

Joining Patrick Farms Golf Club is a great way to make friends, entertain clients, and network. Members enjoy weekly e-mail updates and a monthly newsletter.

For further information, visit the website or call 601-664-0304.

Written and Published by Pat Starnes, McIntosh and Assoc., LLC

Hey Folks,

James Brantley here from Magnolia Home Inspections and my question for you today is: Do You Know The Best Day Of The Week To E-Mail Your Prospects And Clients?

Well here's what the research shows:

Monday: Everyones still getting over the weekend, depression sets in being back at work... not a great day for email.

Tuesday: Best for business to business mailing lists. People are over the Monday hump, and open rates, click thrus & conversions are high.

Wednesday: Alright for business to business

Thursday: Great day for open rates, click thrus and sales.

Friday: Can be good for sales. If selling an information product (like I do; Home Inspections), people might want to pickup something to read over the weekend.

Saturday: The day that coined the phrase "email death." Emailing on Saturday is never a good idea.

Sunday: Great day for click throughs (if the email ever gets opened!)... very bad for open rates
and sales, another "email death."

Well there you have it, e-mail your prospects and clients with your most powerful messages Tuesday through Thursday for best results!

We'll I hope this powerful marketing tip helps you meet your goals, Like your Business or Marketing plan discussed in the previous posting;-)

At Magnolia Home Inspections, one of the many ways I can help you achieve your personal goals is buy communicating with your client in a Professional, Non-Alarming manner that doesn't get freaked out about common defects and deficiencies!

So give me a call today to get your next inspection scheduled!

O) 601-454-4073

All the best,

James

Travel down Old Fannin Road in Flowood at least once during the Christmas season to see the awesome display at Winner Circle Park.

The park's Grand Lighting ceremony took place Thursday, December 11, and special activities are planned for this coming Friday and Saturday night, December 19th & 20th, as well as Monday the 22nd and Tuesday the 23rd.

There's plenty of seating to enjoy hot chocolate!

Santa will make his appearance evenings from December 18-23. While train rides are available for $1.00, all other events are free.

Stroll through the park and visit Santa, view the nativity scene, and be in awe of the thousands of lights and decorations at Winner Circle Park. Trees pictured above were supplied by local businesses.

Winner Circle Park is located north of Dogwood Mall. Turn north from Lakeland Drive onto Old Fannin. The park is beside Flynt Memorial Library at Flowood Drive.

Festivities are planned between 5:30-8:30 p.m. throughout the season.

Written and Published by Pat Starnes, McIntosh and Assoc., LLC

It rarely snows in Mississippi, so when it does, it virtually causes all activity to cease. School was either cancelled or dismissed early due to the winter storm that hit central Mississippi today.

Rain, sleet, and snow pelted the Jackson Metro area early this morning, and noon time temperature reached a mere 36 degrees today. It is quite a slushy mess. Bridges are iced over, and a Winter Storm Warning is in effect until 6:00 p.m. today.

Since the southern states are not equipped to handle snow and ice accumulation, it is recommended that you stay indoors unless absolutely necessary to travel.

(This photo taken a day BEFORE the snow.)

Tomorrow's projected temperature is expected to return to a more normal 50 degrees.

To see live weather cams of the Mississippi area, click here.

Photos taken 12/11/08 in Brandon, MS near the Ross Barnett Reservoir.

Written and Published by Pat Starnes, McIntosh and Assoc., LLC

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Welcome to Speer's Crossing in Brandon, MS. You are welcome to drive through and view for yourself the most distinctively different community in the Jackson, MS Metro Area.

With neighborhoods for 2000, 2200, 2400 & 2800 Sq. Ft. homes Speer's Crossing Brandon, MS offers a variety of price points to accommodate buyers. Property values are protected by architectural guidelines and restrictions with the foundation of strong covenants and Speer's Crossing Property Owners Association.

Abundant green space and common facilities are an integral part of Speer's Crossing. There is an extensive walking trail system connecting the neighborhoods to and around the green space, ponds & wetland areas. There is also a community pool and cabana exclusively for Speer's residents and their guests.

Total Lots: 190

Lot Pricing: $45,000 - $55,000

Home Pricing: $360,000 - $425,000

Development Amenities: Clubhouse, community pool, walking trails, sidewalks, ponds, lakes, pedestrian bridges, wetlands, play fields, clock tower.

Directions: I-20 West to exit 56, go Hwy 80 East to Hwy 471, north 1.5 miles to Luckeny Road, Speers Crossing is on the right.

Ready to make the move to Brandon, MS? We have several Homes for Sale in Madison MS, Brandon MS, and Ridgeland MS. Search the local MLS for 1000's of homes in the Jackson, MS Metro area.

If you're Relocating to Brandon MS or live in this area and would like to view some of the homes currently listed on the market call Herrington Realty Co. today at 601-977-1114.

Looking for a home on the Reservoir? You will find everything you want in the Brandon MS area. The City of Brandon MS is a great place to live and is served by the Rankin County School District.

Brandon MS Public Schools

Brandon High School (Grades 9-12)
Brandon Middle School (Grades 6-8)
Brandon Elementary School (Grades 3-5)
Rouse Elementary School (Grades K-2)

New subdivisions, restaurants, shopping centers and car dealerships are popping up quickly. Searching for something to do should not be a problem; Brandon MS has many lakes, golf courses, shopping centers, martial art studios, gyms, churches, parks, live theater, and many annual events.