Chane Unveils The Wonder Lab at Fondren's First ThursdayAfter nearly $9,000 out of pocket in renovation, Ron Chane is today unveiling The Wonder Lab, a collection of studio spaces that he hopes will be a springboard for Jackson creatives.
Robert WalkerVicksburg native Robert Walker is starting his second term as interim athletic director at Jackson State University, a position he previously held from February to August 2011.
Judge Jails Kentucky Clerk for Refusing Marriage LicensesA federal judge ordered a defiant county clerk to jail for contempt Thursday after she insisted that it would violate her conscience to follow court orders to issue marriage licenses to gay couples.
Texas Abortion Clinics Appeal to Supreme Court Texas abortion clinics are asking the Supreme Court to take up a major case about abortion rights in the midst of the 2016 presidential campaign.
Mayor Yarber Opens Up City DataMayor Tony Yarber is opening up. Specifically, his administration is developing an open-data policy for the City of Jackson.
MasterChef Meet CuteJackson is on the menu for the next season of FOX's hit program "MasterChef." The network announced its seventh season casting route, which includes a stop in Jackson on Saturday, Oct. 3.
A Lesson in Pop ArtPop artist Adrienne Domnick recently sat down with the Jackson Free Press at Offbeat in midtown, where she paints, lives and serves as president of the Business Association of Midtown.
Konnichiwa from JapanThe Mississippi Children's Museum is now helping kids learn more about Japanese culture with the "Hello from Japan!" traveling exhibit.
The Katrina Education LieAmong the many reflections on the effects of Hurricane Katrina on the Gulf Coast, the discussion of its effects on schools in New Orleans may be the most disingenuous.
Howard Industries’ Secret LifeMany of Howard Industries' predominantly black workers say they're underpaid for the hard, grueling work they do, but negotiations with management went nowhere after at least 16 meetings.
College Football’s Realities and ArrestsThursday marks the start of the 2015-2016 college football season. Here are a couple of things to chew on while you wait for your favorite team to kickoff the season.
The SlateCollege football is back. The games count, and kickoff is Thursday night. Cold weather is also on the way with the return of football.