Jackson Free Press

Lumumba Wins Mayoral Primary, Two Ward Seats Head to Run-Off on April 27

With 13,735 votes for Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba in the Democratic mayoral primary on Tuesday, he won the Democratic nomination and heads to the June 8 general election to face …

Grow This

Community gardens have sprung up across the city in recent months, offering Jacksonians the opportunity to learn about what they put into their bodies and how to grow it.

John Lennon "Acoustic" Compilation Hits Nov. 2

On November 2nd Capitol Records will release two John Lennon albums: the new John Lennon "Acoustic" and a remixed and remastered version of Lennon's classic "Rock 'n' Roll" with bonus …

Thank God It's Friday

Did you ride your bike to work today in honor of National Bike to Work Day? If not, make sure you grab a helmet and cycle somewhere this weekend. Tonight, …

Mix It Up This Weekend

Let's kick this summer off right, and let's do it tonight. Come to Art Remix at 6 p.m. at the Mississippi Museum of Art (380 S. Lamar St.). This free …

LoungeList: JFP Southern Fried Karaoke, Christmas Edition (Photos: Kip Caven)

We had a huge crowd and tons of fun on Friday night for Southern Fried Karaoke...Kip had to leave a little early, so everyone who should have been embarrassed by …

The Power of Living in the Now

Living in the now is a lot like hitting the sweet spot on a golf ball. It requires focus, connection with the specific and foreclosure of everything else, particularly yesterday's …

UPDATED/URGENT: Take Food to St. Andrews

All, Rev. Connolly just wrote again about food that is needed in the Jackson shelters. Please do what you can:

It's About the Issues, Stupid!

The polls say this, the polls say that. This group is alleging this, this group that. Who cares about voting? The candidates are all alike. At the JFP, we reject …

Frank Melton to Keynote Belhaven Journalism Conference

[verbatim] Jackson, MS (BlackNews.com) - Frank E. Melton, mayor of Jackson, Miss., and Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the TV-3 Foundation in Jackson, will deliver the keynote address at …

Ineva May-Pittman (D)

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Mrs. Ineva May-Pittman, 71, is a native of Jayess, Mississippi. She attended elementary schools in Jayes and Jackson and graduated from Lanier High School. She also attended CM&I High School. …

A DIY Thanksgiving

Want to cook Thanksgiving dinner yourself, but don't know where to start? Tired of the same old recipes? Here are some new options, from my kitchen to yours.

Hey, Mr. DJ

Talking to George Patterson and Bo Trebotich, one can't help but wonder if becoming a deejay only happens serendipitously.

Childers: Stimulus Must Help North Miss.

Dear Friends,

In an email released today, North Mississippi Congressman Travis Childers pledged to bring his district "its fair share of stimulus funds":

Kill Rock Stars To Release Double Album From Elliott Smith

On May 8, 2007, Kill Rock Stars will release a double CD of music by Elliott Smith entitled New Moon. The album contains 24 songs recorded 1994-1997, a prolific time …

Filming, Cupcakes and Marketing

Filming for DreamWorks Studios' "The Help," the adaptation of Jackson native Kathryn Stockett's bestselling debut novel, has largely taken place in Greenwood, but the production is coming to Fondren Sept. …

Biz Roundup: Go Green

Fondren will see the benefits of a $2-million grant to make the area friendlier for bicyclists and pedestrians, as well as for landscape reforms. The city of Jackson recently received …

Like a Caveman: F'n Burger

I heard the bang when the F'n Burger hit the table at F. Jones Corner. This menu item—which joins a short list of incredibly good food with irredeemably suggestive names, …

Mimi's to Close

After almost two years in Fondren, Mimi's Family and Friends (3139 N. State St.) will close at the end of next month.

Author Harry MacLean on Mississippi

When author and lawyer Harry MacLean arrived in Jackson from Denver to chronicle the federal kidnapping trial of ex-Klansman James Ford Seale, he was prepared to confront a dark history …