Condemn the CowardiceMen get a bad rap. Oftentimes we deserve it. But generally—luckily—the many good ones among us overshadow the bad apples. As we look forward to the annual JFP Chick Ball this weekend, we should again take a hard look at …
Bridging the GapMarty Stuart, a Philadelphia, Miss., native, is firmly rooted in traditional country music with a mission of preserving that history. Stuart is a self-proclaimed bridge, connecting young musicians with their history while promoting the musical heritage of his home state.
[Hermans Picks] Vol. 8, No. 45In case you haven't heard, the Downtown at Dusk music and food event is moving indoors to the Mississippi Museum of Art this Thursday, 5-8 p.m. It's even free. Be social and enjoy some food and music by The Blues …
Party on the PorchDenise Gee wants your outdoor summer gathering to be relaxing and uncomplicated, while exuding southern charm and elegance. Her latest book, "Porch Parties: Cocktail Recipes and Easy Ideas for Outdoor Entertaining", is brimming with fresh and unique drink recipes, simple …
The New LocalsDavid Blumenthal and Derek Emerson are surprisingly relaxed for two guys who just opened Madison's most popular new restaurant.
‘Always a Coach'It's not hard to tell that Brent Southern is a coach. Peppering his conversation with phrases like "when the whistle blows" and "read all the angles," the attorney describes the Hinds County Court position he is seeking as a coaching …
Willis Suit Moves AheadJackson resident Cedric Willis said he will still get his day in court regarding his malicious prosecution suit against the city of Jackson, though the judge has moved the court date to September.
State Faces Multiple Rate HikesMississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney said he will refuse to grant a 44.4 percent rate- hike requested by Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance on Mississippi homeowner insurance customers. Chaney said that the Mississippi Insurance Department's actuarial analysis found the 44.4 …
Don't Soft-Pedal Domestic AbuseUnder Mississippi state law, it is too easy to get away with abusing animals and spouses. And too often, the same people do both.
[Stiggers] Renegade RunawayMr. Announcement: "Controversial independent filmmaker Kunta ‘Rahsheed X' Toby presents a scene from his new epic movie ‘Kunta King James: Runaway Franchise Athlete.' Look for guest cameo appearances from Rev. Jesse Jackson, Mel Gibson, tea-party protesters and the NAACP.
[Purvis] Wasteland of Empty Promises"Call—call the police!" I stammered through the phone tenuously gripped in my trembling hand. I was kneeling in my mother's living room in the midst of broken glass and a carpet stained with drops of blood—his blood. He had punched …
6th Annual JFP Chick BallIt's Chick Ball week in the city! Every summer, the Jackson Free Press presents the JFP Chick Ball at Hal & Mal's in downtown Jackson for two reasons: to fight domestic abuse in the area and to spotlight strong women …
Women Speak Out<i>We asked JFP readers and domestic-abuse victims to share their stories. Here are a couple of the many responses we received.</i> I always thought I was too strong, smart and grounded to be caught up in the cycle of domestic …
JFP Chick Ball Auction GuideJulie Andrews was spot on in the "Sound of Music": Our favorite things have the ability to lift our mood and our spirits.