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Robby Scucchi

Robby Scucchi is the state's only certified director of volunteer services. He works at Methodist Specialty Care Center in Flowood, a long-term care facility for severely disabled young people.

Death Row’s Manning Gets DNA Hearing

Willie Jerome Manning, who came within hours of being executed in May, could finally get an opportunity to have DNA testing on key pieces of evidence from his murder trial.

Women Build

Lakeshia White, the new owner of a house on Smith Robinson Street, has other women to thank for her new digs—specifically, the volunteering women of Women Build 2013, a collaboration …

Myanmar Frees Political Prisoners in New Amnesty

Myanmar set free dozens of political prisoners Monday in an amnesty that coincided with the historic visit of President Barack Obama.

You Don't Have to be a One-Percenter

The famous postman-art-collector, Herb Vogel said, "You don't have to be a Rockefeller to collect art."

Obama says he 'Won't Compromise' on Taxes

President Barack Obama warned Monday that he "won't compromise" on his demands that the wealthiest Americans pay more in taxes, digging in on the chief sticking point between the White …

AP Source: Southern Miss Hires Monken as Coach

Southern Mississippi has hired Todd Monken as its next football coach, said a person familiar with the decision.

Library Lounge

Some of my fondest childhood memories are of the library. As soon as I was old enough, I got my library card, and trips to check out books became a …

Weekly US Jobless Aid Applications Drop to 343K

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell sharply for a fourth straight week, a sign that the job market may be improving.

Homemade Ornaments

Ornaments aren't just pretty, colorful decorations to make your tree festive. They should also tell the story of your life, of the things, people and places that mean something to …

Dr. Srinivasan Vijayakumar

The University of Mississippi Medical Center's Cancer Institute has a new director, Dr. Srinivasan Vijayakumar, but you can just call him Dr. Vijay.

For Your Outformation

Widespread Panic fans are sure to have an appreciation for Outformation, formed by Panic's former guitar tech and frequent fill-in Sam Holt. Outformation released their second album, "Traveler's Rest," on …

New Year's Eve Events

930 Blues Café's New Year's Eve Bash featuring Rick Lawson, "The Baby of the Blues." Call 601-948-3344 for more info.

Melton Responds to Johnson re: Debate Negotiators

Abstract Art with CDs

Wall art can be a great way to make your house feel more at home, but it can get expensive. Luckily, it's really easy to make your own with a …

Ole Miss Faculty Seek Info from Trustees on Leader's Hiring

University of Mississippi professors want trustees to explain how they ended up selecting Glenn Boyce as the university's new leader.

INKTOBER: MMA Inktober Challenge

The Mississippi Museum of Art here in the capital city puts their own Jackson flavor on the Inktober art challenge by offering 16 original prompts between Oct. 1 to Oct. …

Billy Jack: The Ultimate Collection 5 DVD Set

BORN LOSERS: The first film in which the character Billy Jack ever appeared. Tom Laughlin had written Billy Jack back in the 1950's, but couldn't get anyone interested in a …

AAN Announces Grant to Ayana Taylor; Praises JFP Politics Blog

Mississippi Inaugurates New Legislators for Four-Year Term

Legislators are taking their oath of office Tuesday in Mississippi, and they will set the direction of state government for the next four years.