Aubrey K. LucasWith his trademark bowtie in place, Aubrey K. Lucas oversaw the evolution of the University of Southern Mississippi. For that and other activities, he is one of 11 Mississippi Medal of Service recipients.
Community Events and Public Meetings6 p.m., <b>Jackson Touchdown Club Meeting,</b> at River Hills Country Club (3600 Ridgewood Road). Members of the athletic organization meet weekly during the football season. This week's speaker is Southern Miss head football coach Larry Fedora. $280 individual membership, $1200 …
City to Host Disability Awareness DayThe city of Jackson will host "Walk in Their Shoes," Wednesday, Oct. 12, to educate the public about residents with disabilities.
AG: Keep Teens Safe OnlineTeens' online social networking can affect real-life safety and friendships, so parents should talk with their children about staying safe on social media websites panelists said at a Facebook roadshow yesterday.
Doctors Oppose Initiative 26Dr. Paul Seago finds it absurd that if Initiative 26 passes this November, a carcinoma could have the same rights as his teenage daughter.
Travis PinkstonOver the past four months, Travis Pinkston has learned that trash can be a creative endeavor that brings a community together.
Influencing Sex-Ed PoliciesSchool advocacy groups and parents are beginning to talk about how they can influence Jackson Public Schools' sex-education policy next year.
JPD Prepares for Busy WeekendWith more than 100,000 people expected to visit Jackson this weekend, Jackson Police Department Assistant Chief Lee Vance asked officers to be on the lookout for criminal activity. Crowds are expected this weekend for the Mississippi State Fair, Jackson State …
Mary Libby PayneJustice Mary Libby Payne, 79, of Pearl is one of 11 recipients of the Mississippi Medal of Service for significant contributions to the state.
Facebook Roadshow TonightThe Mississippi Attorney General's office and the Department of Education will host a Facebook Roadshow tonight at Clinton High School.
More Than ReadyRicky Adams used to watch and listen to his cousin, Ray Adams, and then mock everything he did, from making beats to rapping. He was only 8, but Ricky quickly turned into Prep, a rapper who would later become an …
Wilco, ‘The Whole Love'It should be evident to those of you who read my column that I am not a rock 'n' roll aficionado. I do not dislike the genre; I just need very little to sustain myself. I get all the rock …
The Best In Sports In 7 DaysSouthern Miss Golden Eagles and Mississippi State Bulldogs are on the road this week.
Celebrating JSU's LegacyJSU has a history of winning its homecoming game, and this year should be no different.
StandardizedI missed who said the dumbest thing I heard this weekend, or I would be ranting about that idiot. Instead, I must rant about what was said.