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Ho-Ho-Holiday Gifts
The holiday season is more than upon us, so if you are looking for some items to pick up for friends or family—or even to decorate your home or office—this …
Person of the Day
Zach Bridges
Sometimes someone from the home team can make it to the big fields. Zach Bridges, born and raised in Pearl, Miss., had the chance to compete in this year's season …
Person of the Day
Whitney VanGorder: Photographer
Flowood resident and professional photographer Whitney VanGorder uses her past to motivate herself to be a positive influence for those around her.
Editor's Note
EDITOR'S NOTE: A Series of Very Fortunate Events; My First JFP-iversary
"Today marks a year since I began working for the Jackson Free Press. Much has happened since I meekly walked through that door. Before I get into that, though, allow …
Music
Thalia Mara Hall: Winter Music(al) Preview
Now that we have entered the winter months of 2020, it's a great time to take a peek at the music-centered performances that Jacksonians can look forward to at Thalia …
Style
Five Tips for Leading a Healthier Life this New Year
I asked friends of mine who are professional fitness trainers, sports coaches and nutritionists to give me some tips, and now I am sharing an assortment of their recommendations to …
Theater
Mac Mitchell: Playwright Takes Flight
College can often be the time when we discover more about ourselves in a way that helps guide us as we choose the trajectories of our lives. Mac Mitchell entered …
Music
‘Keeping the Blues Alive’ at Hal & Mal’s
Each year, The Blues Foundation, known as the International Blues Foundation, recognizes individuals, businesses, organizations, and festivals from across the globe that have invested years and effort into upholding the …
Theater
‘The Little Mermaid’
Each year, Power Academic and Performing Arts Complex, or Power APAC, produces a ballet for February featuring an all-student cast. This year, the dance department offers an adaptation of "The …
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Mississippi ToyCon 2020
Many hobbyists await the day that a convention for their favorite pastime comes to their state. Local toy collectors can now cheer as the first-ever Mississippi ToyCon takes place on …
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NatureFEST 2020
Spring is the season we often remember nature, and the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science provides a celebration of nature each year through its annual event, NatureFEST.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Challenges of a Baby-Faced Editor
"Instead of burdening myself with unnecessary, self-imposed concerns that weigh me down, I have come to better realize that I should have more confidence in myself and more faith in …
Theater
Opera Mississippi’s New Incarnation
Since its founding in 1945 as the Jackson Opera Guild, the arts organization formerly known as the Mississippi Opera Association has gone through a number of changes.
Best of Jackson
Home Is Where the Office Is
To allow Jacksonians the chance to give a shoutout to their workplace homes, we include the Best Place to Work category in our annual Best of Jackson issue.
Person of the Day
Bea Gotthelf: Jacksonian Celebrates Her 100th Birthday
While reaching 100 years of age is a milestone that not everybody manages to achieve, today, Jackson native and long-time resident Bea Gotthelf celebrates her 100th birthday.
Person of the Day
Jordan Feliz
The foundation for Christian music artist Jordan Feliz' professional solo career began to culminate only five hours after he and his wife moved to Nashville in 2012.
Music
Hal’s St. Paddy’s Festival Music Lineup
Each year following the Hal's St. Paddy's Parade, music artists performing live at Hal & Mal's. Here is a rundown on who is playing this year on Saturday, March 23.
Music
Josh Journeay’s ‘Down the Road’ Makes Waves
Just two days after local musician Josh Journeay, 26, released his first solo album "Down the Road," on Feb. 12, 2019, the five-track EP reached No. 7 on the iTunes …
Music
Troop Brand
When Troop Brand was 5 years old, he led an adult choir at Mt. Calvary Church in Vicksburg in front of the whole congregation. Twenty-three years later, he performs in …
Music
The Hero and A Monster Debut ‘Always’
The Hero and A Monster is comprised of Tyler Holden, who serves as guitarist and lead vocalist, and Ethan Mannon, the group's drummer and supporting vocalist. The two use their …
