Debi GreenDebi Green's job is to bring businesses together to improve the economy and quality of life for the greater Jackson area. Green began working with the Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership in 1985 and is now the executive director of membership, …
JRA Approves $10.2 Million Farish Street AgreementThe Jackson Redevelopment Authority voted to move ahead with a non-binding agreement with the Farish Street Group at a meeting Monday. If approved by the City Council, the Farish Street Group will receive a $10.2 million loan via a bond …
Arty, Flying TacosThere's a saying that in the Spanish language, "The sopa isn't soap, the ropa isn't rope and the butter's meant to kill ya." That's because sopa is soup, ropa means clothing and the word for butter is mantequilla. But apparently, …
Carolyn JolivetteSince she became the interim executive director of Parents for Public Schools of Greater Jackson, Carolyn Jolivette has indulged herself in her job. "This is the type of job where you have to be invested," she said. Since se took …
Deadline for Committee Action TodayBy the end of the today, any bills that don't make it out of committee in the house where they originated die.
No More Weekend Water ShutoffsThe Jackson Public Works Department has irritated several Jacksonians in recent weeks by shutting off water to residences on weekends and just before holidays.
Dr. Timothy QuinnThe Mississippi Business Journal recently selected Dr. Timothy Quinn as one of its Top 40 Under 40 business leaders for 2012. Top 40 Under 40 recognizes the state's 40 up-and-coming business leaders under the age of 40.
Community Events and Public Meetings<b>Sports League Registrations, </b> at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.). Register at the Department of Parks and Recreation from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays. Call 601-960-0471.
JRA Considering Farish Street LoanThe Jackson Redevelopment Authority is holding a special meeting this morning to consider entering into a memorandum of understanding with Farish Street developers.
Cooper-Stokes' Election ContestedWhile today marks the beginning of LaRita Cooper-Stokes' term on the City Council, it might not mean the end of the election.
Wish List for Charter SchoolsThe charter school bills currently making their way through both houses of the Legislature are not a done deal, said education advocate Pam Shaw. As the bills pass through committees and floor debates, there is still time for them to …
Malik NewmanThe Callaway High School boys' basketball team is going for their third championship in four years this Saturday. The team plays at 2:45 p.m. against Wayne County for the 5A Boys title.
It's the Weekend!Tonight, attend the grand opening of Jaco's Tacos (318 S. State St.) at 5 p.m.; South Bound Traffic performs at 7 p.m. Call 601-405-0499. Swing de Paris performs at Hal & Mal's. Drivin' and Cryin' performs at Club Magoo's at …
JSU to Perform ‘Antigone'An ancient Greek drama will play out at Jackson State University this weekend as the Department of Speech, Communication and Theatre presents "Antigone."
Jane EverlyJane Everly says real learning means knowing how to innovate and apply skills across traditional subject lines. Her commitment to bridging the gap between various disciplines is part of the reason why Jackson Public Schools has named Everly, principal of …
Auditor, AG Sue Graham for FundsThe state's top auditor and legal officer want Hinds County Supervisor Robert Graham to pay back more than $45,000 for misusing public property and submitting fraudulent time sheets when Graham worked for the city of Jackson.
Marchers Seek EqualityA demonstration for gay equality is underway in Jackson this morning. Participants met in the Fondren district and plan to travel to the state Capitol in Fondren's March for Gay Equality.
Pushing the Beer LimitAsking Craig Hendry to name his favorite beer is like asking him which of his two kids he likes best.
Friendship Ball Honors Brooks and ReedOwen Brooks and Phil Reed are builders. In addition to the voter registration and education drives he led as director of the Delta Ministry, Brooks oversaw economic development projects, organized Head Start centers and helped start the Mound Bayou Community …
Power to the PeopleWhen someone offered Melissa Cooper $700 for some of her prescription pain medication in 2010, she jumped at the opportunity.
Charter Schools Likely ComingAfter years of unsuccessfully trying to pass legislation favorable to charter schools, the new Republican majority in the Mississippi Legislature looks poised to get at least one of its bills passed this year.
Sandra MurchisonSandra Murchison, chair of the art department at Millsaps College, began a project on the Mississippi Blues Trail two and a half years ago, focusing primarily on the Delta. She makes etchings, impressions and rubbings of markers on the trail, …
‘Abstinence-Plus' Now Just A MirageSchool districts have until the end of June to decide whether they will adopt abstinence or "abstinence-plus" sex-related education policies, but so far, the only "abstinence-plus" curricula that have been approved are exactly the same ones that have also been …
Whole Foods: A Mixed BlessingNorth Jackson's Highland Village has made a deal that could bring economic and health benefits to Jackson. Whole Foods Market is set to open its first location in Mississippi at the shopping center by the end of 2013.
Cooper-Stokes Wins Ward 3 RunoffUnofficial results of yesterday's Ward 3 runoff election are in and show LaRita Cooper-Stokes edged out opponent Joyce Jackson for the City Council seat.
Heroes, Expansion, GrantsThe City of Jackson awarded grants totaling nearly $30,000 to five local businesses from the Small Business Development Grant and Storefront Improvement Grant programs.
Marian Wright EdelmanMississippi has made some progress in education within the last half-century, but many people remain at the bottom in terms of education and economics, civil-rights veteran Marian Wright Edelman said in a press conference last week.
The Jackson Redevelopment Authority voted to move ahead with a non-binding agreement with the Farish Street Group at a meeting Monday. If approved by the City Council, the Farish Street Group will receive a $10.2 million loan via a bond …
There's a saying that in the Spanish language, "The sopa isn't soap, the ropa isn't rope and the butter's meant to kill ya." That's because sopa is soup, ropa means clothing and the word for butter is mantequilla. But apparently, …