Week 10: Land And Text WarsThe Mississippi House continued the Senate's attack on text-messaging while driving last week, approving Senate Bill 2280.
Law Enforcement Needs to Release InfoFive weeks. That's how long it's been since Dr. Mark Pogue and his fiancée, Dr. Lisa Dedousis, died in flames after the Mercedes driven by Karen Irby crossed into their lane on Old Canton Road Feb. 11, hitting their pickup …
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[Johnson] Project DribbleOn the morning of October 22, 1964, the United States government detonated a nuclear bomb under Mississippi, 28 miles southwest of Hattiesburg.
St. Paddy's Quiz1. What river is dyed green every St. Patrick's Day?<br />A. Snake River<br />B. Mystic River<br />C. Chicago River
St. Paddy's Event Schedule• 2-6 p.m., SPQ Margarita-Wine-and-Cheese Party at The Everyday Gourmet, free margaritas and wine
Coal Plant Tax Cut: Is it $160 Million or $1.32 Billion?The House Ways and Means Committee may be making a $1.16 billion miscalculation regarding an ad valorem tax exemption bill for a Kemper County coal plant. The committee appears to be considering a massive $1.32 billion tax exemption for the …
Sweet Potato Capital Of The World?Sweet potatoes are a popular dish all across Mississippi. Many Jackson restaurants serve sweet potato fries as a side dish or appetizer.
Ridgeland Bans Pit BullsYesterday, aldermen in the Jackson, Miss., suburb of Ridgeland joined nearby Clinton and Richland in passing an ordinance banning pit bulls. The Ridgeland ordinance also bans Staffordshire bull terriers, American Staffordshire terriers and wolf/dog hybrids. Rottweilers were included on a …
[Fly] Saint Paddy's"Mal's St. Paddy's Parade is arguably one of the biggest events in Jackson every year. And the events that surround it make it a days-long celebration.
To the IrishCelebrating St. Patrick's Day is not only a national tradition, but it's also an excellent excuse to party in the middle of March. And a St. Paddy's celebration just isn't complete without raising your glass and making a toast to …
Spring Tour of JacksonSpring is here, and it is time to get out of the house. Rediscover the green grass under your toes and our city's green destinations.
Stretching a Delicious DollarIn the current economic crisis, many of our friends, familyor maybe you or Ihave lost jobs or are facing layoffs. Despite this unfortunate downturn, people still have to eat.
"Mal's St. Paddy's Parade is arguably one of the biggest events in Jackson every year. And the events that surround it make it a days-long celebration.