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Clarion-Ledger Parent Co. Gannett Slashing News Staffs
Jim Romenesko is reporting about a Gannett plan that would involve staff cuts and require current newsroom employees to reapply for new jobs.
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Jack Tips for Newbies
We asked JFP readers on social media to help out all of you new students and residents. Here's what they told us.
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City & County
The Heat of the (Week) Night
There's something to do on any given night in the Jackson area. It just takes a little creative planning.
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Jackson, Believe It: Learning to Love a Misunderstood City
Jackson may have more college students than many cities, but it might need more promotion before really claiming the moniker "college town."
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Biz Roundup
JRA Restarts Convention Center Bids, Gannett Splits, MUW Business Grant
Gannett Co. Inc., parent company of The Clarion-Ledger and many other media outlets, announced today that the company will split into two separate publicly traded companies, with one controlling Gannett's …
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Sportsman's Lodge
Sportsman’s Lodge is a sports restaurant with a comfortable feel, and food beyond the expectations of a typical sports bar. We are a mid-priced sports themed restaurant, with a ski/fishing lodge feel. Our menu is focused on well-executed popular items …
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Sombra Mexican Kitchen
Half-price margaritas and beer from 3-6 p.m. Sunday-Friday and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturdays.
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City & County
10 Local Stories of the Week
There's never a slow news week in Jackson, Miss., and last week was no exception. Here are the local stories JFP reporters brought you in case you missed them.
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And It Continues: McDaniel Announces Press Conference Monday
By AnnaWolfeIn case anyone is worried that Mississippi's U.S. Senate election madness is winding down, Sen. Chris McDaniel announced today he will be holding a press conference Monday.
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The Turnrow Grill & Bar
From Facebook: Partners Chris Crowson and DeWitt DeWeese on "The Corner" in Downtown Gluckstadt, MS: Southern Eclectic Grill and Bar
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Fringes of Murder
Mississippi Murder Mysteries, Jackson's oldest mystery dinner theater company, has been in business for more than 10 years.
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Biz Roundup
Wine Spectator Honors Local Restaurants, Two Franchises Open
Recently, Wine Spectator honored a number of restaurants in Mississippi with its 2014 Restaurant Awards, which highlight the eateries around the globe that offer the best wine selections.
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City & County
10 Local Stories of the Week
There's never a slow news week in Jackson, Miss., and last week was no exception. Here are the local stories JFP reporters brought you in case you missed them.
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H.C. Porter Gallery
Signature gallery featuring environmental portraits, the Backyards and Beyond series, and Blues @ Home featuring photographs of blues artists. Open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
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City & County
Yarber: Get Ready for Pain, New Initiatives
In his first state of the city address since becoming Jackson mayor, Tony Yarber painted a hopeful picture of the capital city's future.
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Jackson Mayor Tony Yarber's State of the City Address (Full Text)
There is much work to be done, but with your continued support there is no obstacle that will negate our influence. Jackson, Mississippi this is “Our Moment, Our Time” and …
