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Hoop It Up
Mississippi's greatest sporting event, the MHSAA Boys and Girls State Basketball Tournament, starts Monday at the Mississippi schedule. Here's the schedule (from The Clarion-Ledger):
What To Do This New Year's Eve in Jackson
Traditionally New Year's Eve means a celebration with family and friends. Here's the lowdown about your favorite spots around town. Our advice is to call right away for reservations.
Halloween Event Roundup
"Spooky season" is around the corner. Check out our listings for great things to do and eat around Jackson this Halloween.
Gang Bill Trying to Be a Baby RICO Mob Bill, But Too Wide, Critics Say
The Jackson Free Press recently asked Sen. Brice Wiggins if his push for Senate Bill 2459 is a way for Mississippi to have its own little Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. He looked surprised at the question, but answered yes.
Halloween Boos & Things to Do
Businesses and organizations around the Jackson area feature a variety of Halloween events throughout the month of October.
Strong Arms of JXN: Credible Messengers Use Experiences to Prevent Violence
John Knight, Terun Moore and Benny Ivey have all experienced life in prison and now mentor criminal-justice-system-involved young people as credible messengers with the Strong Arms of JXN.
Losing Queenyanna: Could Quicker Response Have Saved Her Life?
Queenyanna Davis would have been 6 years old on June 23, but she was murdered. She attended Watkins Elementary School in Jackson.
Lost in the ‘Dead Zone’: Thousands Languish in Mississippi Jail Without Lawyers
A jury rendered a not-guilty verdict for Duane Lake, 35, for a capital-murder allegation against him in November 2021. He had been in jail since 2015 and got his freedom after the verdict. The MacArthur Justice Center at the University of Mississippi School of Law says his story highlights Mississippi inmates' plight in county jails without legal representation.
Melton Vows to Veto Ad Decision, Help Ledger
The Clarion-Ledger is reporting:
The Siemens Settlement, Explained
Jackson's saga of a troubled contract with Siemens Inc. and subcontractors for new water meters seemed to come to an end on Feb. 19 when Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba announced an $89.8-million settlement with the multinational corporation.
Seeking Solutions to Protect Mississippi Children from Lead Poisoning
Though cases of lead poisoning have been declining over decades in the United States, more still needs to be done. It is a serious threat to children’s futures and health.
McMillin Concedes Sheriff's Race
Hinds County Sheriff Malcolm McMillin is conceding the Aug. 2 primary election to his challenger, Tyrone Lewis. Read the statement here.
Wait, I thought someone said she was a virgin….
Who's takin' bets its gonna be an alien?
Wake Up Jackson meeting this Thursday, October 18, at 6:00 PM
The meeting will be at the ACLU Mississippi office at 964 N. Jefferson Street, which is next to Fenian's Pub.
Malcolm Shepherd at Thalia Mara Hall 7/15
Thalia Mara Hall "Paints the White House Black" with musical theater featuring the local R&B/gospel sensation from Dirty South, Malcolm Shepherd. Call 451-9098 for details. Buy tickets at Be-Bop or at the door.
Tupelo Writer Comes Out ... As AP Voter
Gregg Ellis of the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal writes about what it's like to be a voter in The Associated Press college football poll. Good luck, Greg.
Who Killed Angela Parker? Jackson Man Condemned To Life In Prison In 1998 Claims Innocence
The evidence showed that the homicide detectives interviewed Blue Chip Lounge owner John Ware, and he provided them the surveillance video recording that apparently placed Ronnie Johnson at the club at the time of Angela Parker's murder.
Thousands of Manufacturing Jobs Cut in Mississippi
The Associated Press is reporting bad economic news for the state:
JFP Pick: The Starewells
Newly formed New Orleans-based band The Starewells is bringing their sound north to Mississippi to play with Rooster Blues at Old Tavern this Friday.