Lawyer: Manning Wanted to Enlighten U.S. About WarsPfc. Bradley Manning's attorney argued that his client wanted to tell the public about the bitter reality of America's wars when he gave classified material to WikiLeaks.
Lumumba: 'What a United Jackson Looks Like'Chokwe Lumumba brushed off the notion that a rumored write-in campaign for fellow Jackson Councilman Quentin Whitwell would derail his plans to become the city's next mayor in Tuesday's general election, but he still wants every man and woman in …
Corey WrightWatching Corey Wright in his element, educating children, is truly a spectacle. When a young girl walked in the room and asked Wright if she could hold a baby alligator, he didn't hesitate and leapt from his seat to the …
Community Events and Public MeetingsSnake Week Creature Feature at Mississippi Museum of Natural Science (2148 Riverside Drive). June 3, June 5 and June 6, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Enjoy hands-on reptile encounters. $4-$6; call 601-576-6000; msnaturalscience.org.
10 Local Stories of the WeekThere's never a slow news week in Jackson, Miss., and last week was no exception. Here are the local stories JFP reporters brought you in case you missed them.
Board Agrees on Traits Sought in Miss. K-12 LeaderLocal superintendents and members of the state Board of Education say a new state superintendent should be able to work with lawmakers, put students first in decisions and be able to navigate Mississippi's diversity.
Putting Early Learning FirstWhen it comes to Mississippi's future—economically and socially—we have no better way to ensure success than to provide our youngest citizens with early childhood education, beginning at age 3.
Six Facts Lost in the IRS ScandalIn the furious fallout from the revelation that the IRS flaggedapplications from conservative nonprofits for extra review because of their political activity, some points about the big picture and big donors—have fallen through the cracks.
Kimberly SimpsonIn teaching, Kimberly Simpson prioritizes student engagement, as well as hands-on and non-traditional learning methods.
It's the Weekend!On Saturday, the 4 the Record Swap is from noon-6 p.m. at Hal & Mal's.
Suspect Shot by JPD NamedJackson police have released the name of the man they say was shot when he tried to run over an officer with a car
Chokwe Lumumba brushed off the notion that a rumored write-in campaign for fellow Jackson Councilman Quentin Whitwell would derail his plans to become the city's next mayor in Tuesday's general election, but he still wants every man and woman in …
Uninsured Americans who are hoping the new health insurance law will give them access to weight loss treatments are likely to be disappointed.
Watching Corey Wright in his element, educating children, is truly a spectacle. When a young girl walked in the room and asked Wright if she could hold a baby alligator, he didn't hesitate and leapt from his seat to the …
There's never a slow news week in Jackson, Miss., and last week was no exception. Here are the local stories JFP reporters brought you in case you missed them.
When it comes to Mississippi's future—economically and socially—we have no better way to ensure success than to provide our youngest citizens with early childhood education, beginning at age 3.
In the furious fallout from the revelation that the IRS flaggedapplications from conservative nonprofits for extra review because of their political activity, some points about the big picture and big donors—have fallen through the cracks.
In teaching, Kimberly Simpson prioritizes student engagement, as well as hands-on and non-traditional learning methods.