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Love That Cup
I know that Jackson Free Press readers don't rate Popeyes chicken as the best in Jackson, but the fast-food restaurant has a neat cup it's giving away. It pays tribute to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and features the hats of Negro Leagues teams. It's a small thing but Dr. S thinks it's neat. Call it lagniappe.
Want Your Band to Play at Montipaloosa ?
The Montipaloosa Music Festival 2004 is seeking up-and-coming acts for a "Battle of the Bands" to be held at this year's Labor Day Weekend festivities. Entrants will be judged by a panel and a limited number will be selected to perform on the main stage prior to the headlining acts. The selected artists' performance will be judged on crowd response, showmanship and originality. There is a non-refundable entry fee of $20. The winner will receive a cash prize of $250, 5 hrs. studio time at The Laboratory Recording Studio (Jackson, MS) and a free mastering job from Taproot Audio Design (Oxford, MS). For further information, please call (601) 587-3007 or visit www.montipaloosa.com
Attorneys Bicker Over Appeal in School Funding Ballot Title
Attorneys are arguing over whether the Mississippi Supreme Court should second-guess a circuit judge's ruling that affects education funding proposals on the ballot this November.
Bryant Asks Court to Reject Rewording of Initiative Ballot
Gov. Phil Bryant says no court should have the power to reword how the Legislature phrased its version of an education funding ballot initiative.
Musicians Unite for Skaters
One day, Jackson's (gently) aging skaters, scarred-knee veterans of a thousand plywood ramps and endless miles of dented handrails, came to a realization. Society now recognizes skateboarding as a sport, just like basketball or baseball. But while Jackson has its courts and soccer pitches and even competitive swimming pools, it doesn't have a free skate park for kids. And so, SkateMS was born.
Help When You Need It
Are you jobless, or do you feel limited in your current job? Several local organizations can help you get the skills and assistance you need to move up in the working world.
Free, Green Money
Entergy Mississippi is offering free money for community development and environmental projects in the state.
JSU Town Hall Meeting on HIV/AIDS Today
In honor of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, Jackson State University is hosting a "Prevention is Power" town hall meeting today (Feb. 7) from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Jackson Medical Mall Community Room. Miss JSU Jasmin Searcy will moderate. Free rapid HIV testing will be provided by Crossroads Clinic, located on the third floor of the Jackson Medical Mall.
Sturgis Challenges Ag Museum
Ceara Sturgis says she is "excited" to see whether the Ag Museum will let her and her partner have their commitment ceremony there.
Jennifer Lake Adelsheimer
When Jennifer Lake Adelsheimer switched her career path, she had no idea that decision would take her aboard cruise ships, to Disney World and ultimately land her a job as Broad Street Baking Company's pastry chef.
Elders to Speak at World AIDS Day Event
Jackson AIDS activist Robin Webb told the Jackson Free Press last month that AIDS disproportionately affects the South, African Americans and men. In Mississippi, Webb said, approximately 9,000 people are currently living with the disease, yet fewer than half receive any treatment. Some don't even know they're infected. Some never get tested because of fearthey're afraid of the diagnosis or afraid of anyone finding out they're infected. Others simply can't afford the therapy or can't travel to get to a doctor.
A Soldier's Daughter
I read recently that patriotism is learned behavior. If that is true then I learned from my dad that America is beautiful. He joined the Navy at the end of World War II and served as Yeoman 3rd Class on the aircraft carrier USS Rendova.
It's the Weekend!
On Saturday, the Mississippi Museum of Art's Town Creek Arts Festival, a JFP-sponsored event, is at 10 a.m.
DIY: Make A Bowl
Scott Jarrett, a local artist with a particular affinity for clay, recently sat down with the Jackson Free Press to demonstrate the art of creating a bowl. While "throwing" and forming, he shared many tricks of the trade, all the while demonstrating the skill of a master potter. Finally, desiring to give the public an easy way to make bowls of their own, Scott condensed all of his bowl-making knowledge into four simple steps. By following this outline, even an average Joe can have a piece prepared for the upcoming bowl season (but get a wheel, first!).
Honor the Tree
People who garden can always find things to do. Sometimes, it seems we have too little time to actually enjoy our gardens. So why waste time, or a season, for that matter?
St. Paddy's Event Schedule
• 2-6 p.m., SPQ Margarita-Wine-and-Cheese Party at The Everyday Gourmet, free margaritas and wine
After 16 Months Awaiting Trial, Suspect Found Hanging in Hinds County Jail
Justin Mosley, 21, a suspect found hanging on Sunday in his Raymond Detention Center cell, has been awaiting trial for 16 months, Capt. Tyree D. Jones, the sheriff's public information officer, told the Jackson Free Press Monday.
Azia's Weekend Picks
"Take a look at my top picks for this weekend. Be intentional, find a place for yourself in the city, get involved and live fulfilled. You'll thank me later!"