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Education
Professor Sues Mississippi Auditor in 'Scholar Strike' Spat
A tenured professor at the University of Mississippi filed a lawsuit Wednesday saying that state auditor defamed him by saying the professor should be fired for participating in a two-day …
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OPINION: Janet Yellen and Kamala Harris Keep Shattering Glass Ceilings—Yet Global Elite Boys Club Remains
Janet Yellen may soon become the first woman to lead the Treasury Department—about six years after shattering another glass ceiling at the top of the Federal Reserve. She’s not alone …
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No Midnight Alcohol Sales on New Year's Eve in Mississippi
Mississippi bars and restaurants are limited in selling alcohol to customers ringing in the new year. An executive order by Gov. Tate Reeves bans the sale of alcohol between 11 …
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Education
Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann Declares Teacher Pay Raise as Priority in 2021
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann said Tuesday that giving teachers a pay raise will be the most important issue he pushes during the 2021 legislative session that opens next week.
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Crime
Three Mississippi Inmates Die; One in Privately Run Prison
An inmate was pronounced dead Monday at a privately run prison in Mississippi after an officer found him lying unresponsive on a floor.
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Politics
Mississippi Defends Initiatives in Medical Marijuana Lawsuit
The attorney general's office filed arguments Monday on behalf of Secretary of State Michael Watson, attacking the premise of Butler's lawsuit. Butler argues that the initiative process in the Mississippi …
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Politics
Analysis: Mississippi Early Voting Needs Veto-Proof Support
With Reeves staking out his preference for the tradition of Election Day, singular, rather than Election Days, plural, any change would have to be made by a veto-proof margin with …
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Person of the Day
Jordan Davis
Jordan Davis' great grandmother told him for years she better have a ticket to the first Division I football game he ever played in. It came six months after her …
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Azia’s Picks Christmas Edition 2020
I hope this day is full of warmth, love and holiday spirit. If you’re getting out or looking for something festive to get into with friends and family, check out …
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Sports
College Football Preview: UM and MSU Bowl Games
The NCAA waived the requirements for accepting a bowl bid due to the coronavirus, which means both Mississippi State University and the University of Mississippi are able to go bowling.
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Politics
Mississippi Governor Expands Mask Mandate to All But Four Counties
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves expanded his mask mandate to 78 out of 82 counties on Tuesday as the state surpassed its previous record for the highest ever number of coronavirus …
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The Most Intriguing of 2020
Thinking of a recent year as eventful as 2020 would be quite the challenge. Nevertheless, the Jackson Free Press chose a handful of Mississippians who have made headlines this year, …
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Food
Goodbye 2020: New Year’s Restaurant & Catering Guide
Christmas is days away, and New Year's Eve is fast approaching. Fortunately, the Jackson metro has plenty of options for those eager to say "bye" to 2020, whether it's dinner …
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Art
Burrow Yourself in ‘The Fox Cave Chronicles’
When the pandemic shut down businesses and offices in March, Felicia Hobson was in the middle of changing jobs. She found herself out of work and searching for something to …
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Five Things to Know About Taylor McKay Hathorn, Freelance Writer
Here are five things to know about Taylor McKay Hathorn, a freelance writer for the Jackson Free Press.
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OPINION: Ask People with Memory Loss about Past Holidays to Help Them Recall Happy Times
"Many people love the holidays because they are a time to make happy memories with loved ones. But what if you could do something to help restore memories in some …
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Politics
Lt. Gov. Hosemann Addresses Budget Cuts, Teacher Pay, and Patriotic Education
With COVID-19 rampaging through the Magnolia State, Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann would like to see a late start to the 2021 session. "You know, we qualify as a super-spreader event," …
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Editor's Note
EDITOR'S NOTE: Rest Well, Gov. Winter. We Will Keep Your Fire Burning.
"Through the life of this newspaper and my adult years back in Mississippi, Gov. Winter and Mr. Meredith have been living history who have connected the past and present for …
