The Visit Carroll Podcast

Just beyond the interstate lies a side of Mississippi best discovered by taking the scenic route. In this episode of The Visit Carroll Podcast, travel through Carroll County from Vaiden to Carrollton, North Carrollton, Cotesworth, and the small community of Avalon, uncovering the people and places that have shaped this corner of the state. Along the way, explore historic churches and cemeteries, w...

What can one historic building reveal about nearly two centuries of Carroll County history? Located in Carrollton's oldest surviving brick commercial building, the Merrill Museum preserves the people, artifacts, and stories that shaped the region. In this episode, Kenny Downs, Denise Gronous, and Tommy Goodman share the museum's connection to the McCain family, films such as The Reivers and The He...

At the Cotesworth Celtic Gathering,  Carroll   County 's history, music, athletics, and community spirit come together in a celebration unlike anything else in North Mississippi. This episode of the  Carroll   County  Podcast takes listeners inside the festival, from the power and tradition of the Highland Games to the lively sounds of Irish music, fiddle tunes, local heritage, and stories passed...

What happens when classic cars, small-town community, and Mississippi history all come together in one place? In this episode, we spotlight Cruisin' Cotesworth in Carroll County—a one-of-a-kind event that blends antique and collectible cars with the rich story of one of the region's most historic homes. Hear from Kenny Downs, David Jinkins, and Punky Stewart as they share what makes this event so...

Carroll County's history is not just something you learned, but rather something you experience. In this episode, public historian and podcaster Shannon Evans joins paranormal investigators and local storytellers to reveal how cemeteries, historic homes, and landmarks across Carroll County continue to hold memory, meaning, and mystery.   From the burial grounds of Mississippi John Hurt and Revolut...

What if a drive through a small Mississippi county could feel like walking through a living museum? In this episode of The  Visit   Carroll   Podcast , we explore how  Carroll  County's walls, storefronts, and streets have become storytellers—preserving history while inviting new curiosity.   You'll hear from a muralist, two mayors, and a local business owner who reveal how faded ghost signs, rest...

In this episode of The Visit  Carroll  Podcast, Kenny Downs and Pam Lee guide listeners through the remarkable story of Cotesworth. This historic property began as a bustling 1840s stagecoach inn and later became the residence of Senator J. Z. George. Together, they trace the home's evolution along historic travel routes, its Greek Revival transformation, and the profound personal history woven in...

Carroll   County 's past is filled with movement, ambition, and unforgettable personalities—and this episode brings that journey to life. Join Kenny Downs and Mayor Pam Lee as they guide us through the  county 's founding after the Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek, the surge of early settlers, and the powerful role stagecoach routes once played in shaping the region's prosperity. We also explore the...