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Lose the Chemicals!

The The Georgia Straight helps you figure out how to purge your home of household toxins: "Just as not smoking can reduce the risk of lung cancer, not using harmful chemicals to clean your countertops could help decrease the chance of acquiring other forms of the disease. According to the Vancouver-based Labour Environmental Alliance Society, the link between human health and the environment is commonly overlooked. To help people better understand what's in the products they buy--and help them find safer options--the organization recently published the CancerSmart Consumer Guide."

11/6 Markets Down Two Days Running

After losing over 500 points yesterday in the wake of the American presidential election win by Senator Barack Obama, the Dow is down another 440 points in mid-day trading. CNN Money says the sell-off is accelerating on concerns that falling oil prices and problems in the U.S. auto industry will be harbingers for a longer recession.

More Bad Economic NewsHuge Job Losses in September

The New York Times is reporting:

Stocks Rally After New Treasury Pick Announced

Good news on Wall Street for a change, per Bloomberg:

11/10 Dow Dips Under 8,900

While the dip wasn't as dramatic as in weeks past, the Dow did fall less than a point today lead by U.S. automotive stocks that are taking a hit as they seek a government handout from the government. GM is warning that it's running low on operating capital, while Ford's stock is trading at $1.93, down 4.5 percent.

Dow Down 350, Unemployment Highest Since Sept ‘01

Stocks were down again on Thursday despite news that the Senate had passed a $700 billion Wall Street bailout package amid reports that credit was tight, and today's unemployment report indicated a continued slow-down in the economy. The Dow lost nearly 350 points, closing further down than it had after its precipitous drop on Monday. While it appeared that Congress might act on the bailout bill before the week ends, other economic news kept stocks from rebounding:

Super Blue

Blueberries are an ideal food for people looking to improve their health this summer. This tiny "superfruit" is packed with vitamins A, C, E and K (all essential for skin health), as well as minerals that build strong bones, such as manganese. They also contain fiber, which promotes digestive health.

Garden to Table

During the summer months, it's tough to find ways to beat the sweltering heat while still enjoying the sunny days. Local Mississippi farmers markets can provide the perfect outdoor activity as well as healthy, fresh food choices.

Rockin' for the Puppies

The Unbroken Chain Benefit Concert is going to the dogs––or at least, the proceeds are. On May 31, at 7:30 p.m., the Mississippi Animal Rescue League will host the concert fundraiser at Duling Hall (622 Duling Ave.).

[What's On My Playlist?] Mellow Chill Moments

Brittany Kilgore, JFP editorial intern, enters finals week at Tougaloo College with this study playlist.

[What's On My Playlist?] Somethin' To Ride To

I may be a picky music lover, but I have a playlist to fi t any situation or mood. Sometimes the music has to resonate with the time of day and my surroundings.

Write This

The Mississippi Writers Guild will hold its sixth annual writers' conference on Aug. 3 and 4 in Jackson. The guild, with the motto "No Writer without a Voice," was established in 2005 and is a charitable organization formed for the purpose of advancing and preserving the literary arts in Mississippi.

Extended Hours for Sisters

The Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center, 528 Bloom St, Jackson, is extending its Freedom's Sisters exhibit to Aug. 22.

Bridal Gown Silhouettes

Ball own: This one is for the princess at heart. These gowns normally have a fitted bodice and a large skirt normally made of tulle, taffeta or satin.Mermaid: A very sexy cut that highlights a woman's curves, it is fitted from the chest to the knee and flares at the hem.

Car Repair for Less

As college students, we frequently experience periods of extreme sleep deprivation and high stress levels. Times like these render us a bit harried, when it comes to day-to-day activities such as careful driving and vehicle maintenance. Luckily, a couple of auto-repair shops in the Jackson area are willing to work with college students on the cost of repairs to fit within the budget of those striving for a higher education.

Kelly's Picks

Are you in need of a little help with your special day? Kelly Pickerill, front desk manager at Lemuria Books, front desk manager at Lemuria Books, suggests these helpful titles.

Income Down; Poverty Up

America's income and poverty in 2010, the first full year since the recession "officially" ended:

JSU Gets $30,000 Grant for Computer Recycling

A computer recycling program will continue for another year at Jackson State University with a $30,000 grant.

Storytelling

Diane Williams is a neo-griot, along the lines of the storytellers from times gone by when oral historians were crucial to maintaining black folks' history because book publishers didn't believe the history worth chronicling. Williams is also a quilter, an artistry befitting for a woman known for paying homage to the past.

The Legislature: Week 9

To channel Ivan Drago, the Italian Stallion's Soviet nemesis in Rocky IV: If a bill died this week, it died.

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