Jackson Free Press

Weekend Events

As you gear up for one of the most anticipated weekends in Jackson, don't forget to pick up this week's JFP issue to guide you through the Mal's St. Patty's …

What's Happening this Weekend

If you're stumped for a family-friendly Halloween event, check out Halloween Happenings, which lists no less than nine area events for family fun. Sweet and Safe provides guidelines for keeping …

Thank God It's Friday

Start your weekend off on a musical note. The numerous options tonight include ArtRemix at the Mississippi Museum of Art kicking off at 5 p.m.; $20. Tonight is also the …

Cory Maye

Cory Maye will finally be a free man after serving 10 years in jail for a twisted murder conviction. Circuit Judge Prentiss Harrell of the 15th Judicial District of Mississippi …

Art All Around

If the red light on the corner of Pascagoula and State streets catches you while you're driving northbound on State Street, look to your left.

Made In Mississippi

Back in 1980, seven years after the opening of the Mississippi Film Office (then called the Mississippi Film Commission), Ward Emling spent a lot of time answering the phone.

Common Struggle

The first time Lewis Zuchman saw Freedom Rider Hank Thomas was in 1961. Thomas was giving a television interview about the violence he had encountered in Anniston, Ala., while challenging …

It's The Weekend: Show Some Love

With Valentine's Day approaching and the weather warming up a little, this weekend is perfect for getting out and spending time with that special someone. Tonight, head to Salsa Mississippi's …

JFP Freelancer of the Month: Tom Ramsey

While Jacksonians may know him best for his culinary creations, writer and consulting-chef Tom Ramsey considers himself a storyteller above all else.

Dancing, Books and Brunch

Tonight, go put on your dancing shoes and head to Fondren Corner (2906 N. State St.) for Salsa Mississippi's Latin Rooftop Dance Party at 8 p.m., $10. The weather looks …

201,000 New Jobs Added in August, Unemployment Apps Dropped

Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, and a private survey showed businesses stepped up hiring in August. The data sketched a brighter outlook for the job market one …

Pure Pain

Walking into the Highland Village studio, I was greeted by a gaggle of svelte, ponytailed women with the lines of ballet dancers.

Saving Lives: One Month of Torture At A Time

I saw the title of this article and just laughed and laughed...

Cooking Healthy with Honey

I didn't acquire a taste for honey until in the middle of adulthood, but now, it's like I can't live without having some at least once a day.

An Essential Opportunity

For those who are homeless, the Opportunity Center, the only day shelter in Jackson, is home.

Not Done Yet

After more than 35 years and a dozen albums, Alejandro Escovedo is a musician’s musician and a critics’ darling.

Daggett: Schools Must Teach Thinking Skills

The institution entrusted with preparing citizens for a rapidly changing world has been one of the most resistant to innovation, according to a respected education expert.

What's Wrong with Women?

The full blog entry nearly brought me to tears. An excerpt:

Joss Whedon, creator of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer", has posted a blog entry about hatred of women, connecting the dots between "honor" killings of women and Hollywood glamorization of violence.

Help Youth Media Project! Here's PayPal link for Friendship Ball!

It's time for another huge party in downtown Jackson. And this time, you can help the Youth Media Project grow and bring kids from throughout the metro together in a …

Earle Banks to Run for State Supreme Court

Rep. Earle Banks announces candidacy for Mississippi Supreme Court

State Rep. Earle Banks, D-Jackson, just sent out a press release announcing his intention to run for Mississippi Supreme Court Justice in District 1, which Chief Justice Bill Waller Jr. …