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The Lyric Theater

The Lyric Theater

After the April 5, 1936 tornado leveled much of Tupelo, the injured and dying were brought to the Lyric Theater. Popcorn machines were used to sterilize medical instruments. Local lore has it that the building is haunted to this day.

October 18, 2026 Read More →
Main Street Strip

Main Street Strip

At night, footsteps and voices can be heard along the strip. In the early 1900s, a tornado ripped through the town and claimed many lives on what is now known as The Main Street Strip. Local business owners have reported experiencing sudden drops in temperature during summer nights, accompanied by the sound of distant screams […]

August 9, 2026 Read More →