Analysis: Politicians Split on Questions of Bodily Autonomy
Republican Gov. Tate Reeves and several other Mississippi politicians make clear that they don't think ...
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U.S. Supreme Court Weighs Mississippi’s Abortion Ban, Pink House Carries on in Interim
After hearing oral arguments in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health, the U.S. Supreme Court will soon cast preliminary votes that move the court closer in deciding the fate of Mississippi women’s reproductive rights.
Dec. 3
MSDH Encourages Older, Immunocompromised Mississippians To Get Boosted | Health Care
Analysis: Politicians Split on Questions of Bodily Autonomy | Personhood
U.S. Supreme Court Weighs Mississippi’s Abortion Ban, Pink House Carries on in Interim | National
EPA Head: 'Journey to Justice' Tour 'Really Personal for Me' | National
Mississippi Abortion Activists Protest as Justices Weigh Ban | Person of the Day
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OPINION: My COVID Experience; Sick and Scared Led to Renewed Motivation and Opportunity
COVID-19 drastically changed much of the day-to-day operations of society. The vast effects of this virus changed the way children are educated.
Dec. 3
Bridge the Wage Gap: Domestic Violence Hurts Survivors’ Economic Security | Domestic Violence
Publisher’s Note: Jackson Free Press to Suspend Printing, Boost Online Presence | Publisher's Note
EDITOR'S NOTE: 19 Years of Love, Hope, Miss S, Dr. S and Never, Ever Giving Up | Editor's Note
OPINION: The Algebra Project: Bob Moses’ ‘Gateway To Equality’ For Black Students | Education
EDITOR'S NOTE: Mississippians, Take Care of One Another, Don’t Feed the ‘Virus-Animal’ | Editor's Note
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The Chosen Productions to Film ‘Love Never Fails’ Pilot in Jackson
At 15 years old, Jackson native Essence Odomes finagled her way into an acting class that actress, director and producer Tasha Smith hosted in Atlanta. Smith offered the teenager a piece of advice: move out of her home state.
Sept. 1
What Makes a Man: Alfred Nicols Rethinks a Southern Man’s Duty in ‘Lost Love’s Return’ | Books
The Chosen Productions to Film ‘Love Never Fails’ Pilot in Jackson | Film
‘The Ripper Gene,’ a Serial Comic about Serial Killers in Mississippi | Art
Greater Jackson Public Art Tour | Art
UPDATED: In-Person Mississippi Book Festival Cancelled, Tentative Virtual Watchlist | Books
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JSU Student Overcomes Personal Obstacles to Showcase Talent on ‘American Idol’
Deshawn Goncalves, who presently studies music technology and performance at Jackson State University, placed in the Top Nine of the 2020 season of “American Idol,” in spite of personal challenges. He is now recording a debut album with industry leaders ...
Sept. 1
Mississippi State Fair Opens | Events
JSU Student Overcomes Personal Obstacles to Showcase Talent on ‘American Idol’ | Music
#StandAgainstHate Concert Encourages Medical Testing and Vaccinations | Music
Rapper D.O.N.O Vegas Brings Bright Lights, Big City to Jackson | Music
Tht Kid Ker: Dropping Tapes and Making a Name for Himself | Music
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Good Things from the JFP Team
The last 365 days have been unconventional to say the least, but as we enter year 20, the JFP staff decided we would love to remain positive and share our “something good”s of the last year with our readership.
Sept. 1
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Mississippi Brewery Road Map
The Magnolia State harbors more than a dozen locally owned breweries that supply Mississippians and travelers alike with a variety of stouts, sours and everything in-between.
June 30
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Shedeur Sanders
Sanders, son of Jackson State University head coach Deion Sanders, enjoyed his best game as a college football player. He threw for 362 yards on 30 of 40 passing with three touchdowns.
Sept. 16
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Brad Martin
Madison resident Brad Martin has served as a program administrator with the Mississippi State Department of Health's Office Against Interpersonal Violence since October 2021.
Nov. 24
