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Recio Subpoenas City Attorney


Michael Recio's attorney wants Internal Affairs files on a former deputy city attorney.
Brian Johnson

Cynthia Stewart, attorney for Michael Recio, has subpoenaed Jackson City Attorney Sarah O'Reilly-Evans in the civil rights trial of Recio and mayor Frank Melton.
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Stocks Rally After New Treasury Pick Announced

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

U.S. stocks rallied and the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rebounded from an 11-year low after President-elect Barack Obama picked New York Federal Reserve Bank chief Timothy Geithner to head the Treasury. “This news could really give the stock market a badly needed shot in the arm,” Chris Rupkey, chief financial economist at Bank of ...
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[Pass The Mic] Dead Guy Rock


Jeff Buckley’s career was cut short after he tragically drowned in 1997.
Courtesy Columbia Records

by Andi Agnew
November 19, 2008

I like to think I have an eclectic taste in music. I listen to anything from ’60s rock to modern “booty music,” from bossa nova to electronica, and from Johnny Cash to Johnny Rotten. But as a few close friends of mine have pointed out over the last several years, I seem to have a particular affinity for singer/songwriters who are no longer with us. A male ...
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[Habitat] Creative Autumn Activities [For Adults!]: Mod Coloring Books

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by Brandi Herrera Pfrehm
November 14, 2008

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I'm not quite sure what's come over me the last few weeks, but I just can't seem to get enough coloring in. Yep, I said coloring. As in: sheet after glorious sheet of stained glass outlined images just begging to be filled in with your coloring medium of choice. And by this, I am not referring to Hello Kitty or the latest Disney princess. We're ...
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Thomas Daschle to head HHS

The Washington Post announced today that former Sen. Tom Daschle will head the Department of Health and Human Services in the new Obama cabinet.

In recent years, Thomas Daschle has become an assiduous student of the U.S. health system, serving on the Board of Trustees of the Mayo Clinic and co-writing the book "Critical: What We Can Do About the Health-Care Crisis." In it, he advocates creating ...
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[Best Bets] Friday, November 21

The annual Pearl River Glass Studios open house begins at The Cedars at 8 a.m., showcasing work from the studio and friends. … The Capital City Classic’s golf tournament begins at 8 a.m. at Patrick Farms Golf Club (300 Club House Dr., Brandon). $125; visit thecapitalcityclassic.com. … At 9 a.m., the Jackson Association of Firefighters Local 87 host a benefit barbecue cook-off at Smith Park for ...
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Nov 21, 2008 | 05:54 PM
Dan Rather Fights Back, and How
WMartin: Omg... Sean Hannity. When I first listened to his show I thought to myself, "Why do we need another Rush? Isn't three hours enough?" But he seemed like a nicer guy at first, not as ...
Nov 21, 2008 | 05:44 PM
Dan Rather Fights Back, and How
WMartin: ^^The above post should say.^^ I appreciate conservative views but not from the kool aid drinkers on that side either.
Nov 21, 2008 | 05:40 PM
Film Producer Doing Interactive Lectures at St. Andrews
darren: Yeah! This sounds awesome. I'll be there.
Nov 21, 2008 | 04:39 PM
Dan Rather Fights Back, and How
WMartin: I haven't see her column Whitley and if I had I wouldn't have read it. I appreciate conservative views but But I don't think it's too extreme at all. If you don't like that publisher ...
Nov 21, 2008 | 04:36 PM
Dan Rather Fights Back, and How
Whitley: They are human. Some are more human than others. Some, like Sean Hannity are pure bred aliens. I expect him to turn into a writhing snake-like creature at any moment ...
Nov 21, 2008 | 04:21 PM
Dan Rather Fights Back, and How
WMartin: What earthly reason would CBS have for selling Dan Rather down the river in such a high profile fashion? That makes absolutely no sense. Seems to me that he was drinking the Bush ...
Nov 21, 2008 | 03:56 PM
Obama's AG and the Drug War
Ward Schaefer: You’re right, Todd, that the quotes I picked are addressing different aspects. But I think Holder did favor a stricter approach to marijuana users too. Those Reason blog posts ...

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Nov 17, 2008 | 09:38 AM
Question about Frank 2
golden eagle: The only thing close to law enforcement he’s been involved in is being the head of teh MBN when Ronnie Musgrove was governor. He is/was a deputy (or something to that effect) in ...
Nov 17, 2008 | 09:22 AM
This was actually posted on a sports blog!!! 5
golden eagle: Fried chicken and collard greens is perhaps more of a black thing. Remember when Fuzzy Zoeller told Tiger Woods not to serve fried chicken and collard greens after Tiger won his first ...
Nov 16, 2008 | 05:23 PM
Open Casting Call 1
Quin:
Nov 16, 2008 | 04:24 PM
SATURDAY - BE A PART OF HISTORY 2
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Nov 16, 2008 | 02:33 AM
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Nov 15, 2008 | 08:29 AM
Working doesn't always pay the bills 2
WMartin: Ummm.... I think you might be forgetting the two car plants that have and are being built here in Mississippi. I do see your point though. The backward nature of most of the people in those ...

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:: topstories

ON STAGE: Capitol City Classic Comedy Show

• With Rickey Smiley
• Nov. 21, 8 p.m.
• JSU Athletics and Assembly Center
• $20, $25 day of show; $50 floor seating

It’s only fitting that one of the most popular names in southern comedy performs at one of the largest sporting events in read more »

IN THE STREET: Fondren Unwrapped

Film Producer Doing Interactive Lectures at St. Andrews
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Film composer/producer/graphic designer Nathan Johnson will do interactive lectures at the St. Andrews Center for the Performing Arts in December.

Mississippi Museum of Art Receives Major Gift
The Mississippi Museum of Art has received a gift of 50 works of contemporary art from New York collectors Dorothy and Herbert Vogel.

[Young] Save Our Men
It is Friday morning. The rain is slowing from an overnight storm. The streets are wet, and the air is humid and cold. The gray skies and wet chill are no deterrent for concerned citizens silently gathering at the Medical Mall in Jackson to bring attention to an epidemic in Mississippi that kills—the spread of HIV.

[Publisher’s Note] Think Global, Buy Local
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Welcome to the “Good” issue. Our goal with this intern-created issue is to present you of ways that you can give back, give thanks and consider some opportunities to do some good this holiday season before you sink into shopping madness.

Seale Granted Hearing
In a rare move Nov. 14, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit granted federal prosecutors an en banc rehearing on the court’s Sept. 9 decision that overturned the conviction of James Ford Seale. In that decision, the court ruled that the statute of limitations had expired on the federal kidnapping charges prosecutors used to convict Seale.

It’s Official; We Run it Now
Mayor Frank Melton’s administration confirmed to council members Monday that the city will soon be in the business of running a bus route, whether or not council members like it.

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:: jackblog

[jfp] LoungeList Photos: Fondren Unwrapped
LoungeList photog Kip Caven got some great shots during Fondren Unwrapped, the annual holiday festival on Fondren shops, ...

[willis] NAMIWalks 2008 Pictures
Yes, this was back on the 8th, but I was bitten by the procrastination bug. Anyone got a flyswatter?

[mott] Body Soul Page Premieres
If you're interested in health-related issues or follow the Body&Soul column in the JFP, be sure to check out the new Body ...

[ladd] I Heart This: Obama Gives Biden Birthday Cupcakes
Reminds me of our office, and I love our office. ;-) CNN Political Ticker:

The day before Vice President-elect Joe Biden ...

[ladd] Why the South Opposes the Auto Bailout
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This seems obvious, but it is worth considering. This seems obvious, but it is worth considering, per Salon:

When Michigan ...

[jfp] LoungeList Photos: RAIN, A Beatles Tribute
LoungeList photog Kip Caven got out to see RAIN last night and turned in this visual report. Enjoy!

[ladd] Dan Rather Fights Back, and How
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Hmmm, remember Rather-Gate? There may be another chapter on the way, thanks to the vigilance of Mr. Rather himself. The New ...

[jfp] LoungeList Photos: King Edward and Farish Street Tours
JFP/LoungeList photographer Kip Caven took the Farish Street tour last Friday and filed this album of photos:

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» Do GOOD Unto Others
No matter what your religious or spiritual philosophy, we can all agree that increasing the goodness of the world around us is a priority.

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» Kit Davis Barksdale
Relaxed in her office chair at the Mustard Seed, a smiling Kit Barksdale points to a unique painting created by a Mustard Seed artist, also known as a “Seedster.”

:: jfpmusic

[Pass The Mic] Dead Guy Rock
I like to think I have an eclectic taste in music. I listen to anything from ’60s rock to modern “booty music,” from bossa nova to electronica, and from Johnny Cash to Johnny Rotten. But as a few close friends of mine have pointed out over the last several years, I seem to have a particular affinity for singer/songwriters who are no longer with us.

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:: food&drink

Sugary, Pumpkin Delight
I have yet to meet anyone who does not love a tasty cake topped with pretty fluffs of icing and further adorned with some sort of bright, sugary confection. Even if you don’t like cake, you have to admit that cupcakes are the prettiest of the baked goods. They are individually created and shared, a special treat just for you.

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:: Fly!

Creative Autumn Activities [For Adults!]: Mod Coloring Books
I'm not quite sure what's come over me the last few weeks, but I just can't seem to get enough coloring in. Yep, I said coloring. As in: sheet after glorious sheet of stained glass outlined images just begging to be filled in with your coloring medium of choice.   1

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:: culture

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:: games

Conflict: Denied Sequel
There are games that look bad, sound bad and end up being, well, bad. “Conflict: Denied Ops” is this kind of failure. 1

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Nov 21, 2008 | 05:54 PM
Dan Rather Fights Back, and How
WMartin: Omg... Sean Hannity. When I first listened to his show I thought to myself, "Why do we need another Rush? Isn't three hours enough?" But he seemed like a nicer guy at first, not as ...
Nov 21, 2008 | 05:44 PM
Dan Rather Fights Back, and How
WMartin: ^^The above post should say.^^ I appreciate conservative views but not from the kool aid drinkers on that side either.
Nov 21, 2008 | 05:40 PM
Film Producer Doing Interactive Lectures at St. Andrews
darren: Yeah! This sounds awesome. I'll be there.
Nov 21, 2008 | 04:39 PM
Dan Rather Fights Back, and How
WMartin: I haven't see her column Whitley and if I had I wouldn't have read it. I appreciate conservative views but But I don't think it's too extreme at all. If you don't like that publisher ...
Nov 21, 2008 | 04:36 PM
Dan Rather Fights Back, and How
Whitley: They are human. Some are more human than others. Some, like Sean Hannity are pure bred aliens. I expect him to turn into a writhing snake-like creature at any moment ...
Nov 21, 2008 | 04:21 PM
Dan Rather Fights Back, and How
WMartin: What earthly reason would CBS have for selling Dan Rather down the river in such a high profile fashion? That makes absolutely no sense. Seems to me that he was drinking the Bush ...
Nov 21, 2008 | 03:56 PM
Obama's AG and the Drug War
Ward Schaefer: You’re right, Todd, that the quotes I picked are addressing different aspects. But I think Holder did favor a stricter approach to marijuana users too. Those Reason blog posts ...

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