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[Fly] DIY: Urban Farming

Farmer Brad's ideas for farming your own food right here in the city.

Halloween Party

When you're looking for items to decorate your space for Halloween, pick a handful of pieces around which to center the rest of your décor. For my space, I picked …

Taking Turkey Day Green

Thanksgiving's my favorite holiday by far; loads of food and family, without any of those pesky gifts to concern yourself with. Better yet, if you're a guest, all you've got …

The Record Store Guide

The vinyl record never went away; last year, vinyl outsold CDs.

Easter Family Fun: Character Cornhole

I am sure many of you have children who have been home from school for too long and are getting antsy for something to do. Well, with a little creativity, …

Love Fresh Berries? Pick Them

This summer, instead of buying your berries from the market or store, opt for a more memorable outing at a U-Pick farm.

Putin Turns to India to Clinch New Deals

Facing a stumbling economy at home and increasingly biting Western sanctions, Russian President Vladimir Putin sought Thursday to strengthen once-close relationship with India through an ambitious plan to help New …

Wal-Mart to Stop Selling AR-15s and Similar Weapons

Wal-Mart will stop selling the AR-15 rifle and other semi-automatic weapons at its stores because fewer people are buying them, a spokesman said Wednesday.

Vista Arrives, Apple Connives?

The reviews and press coverage of Microsoft's long-awaited release of Microsoft Vista have been interesting for this particular Mac-centric writer to watch. Many reviewers laud the new features and eye …

Judge Denies Melton Defense Motions

Friday the 13th was a dark day for Mayor Frank Melton and his two police bodyguards Michael Recio and Marcus Wright. This was their first real day in court regarding …

Men Making Promises

Passionate speaking and powerful music are expected this weekend when the Colorado-based Promise Keepers organization (http://www.promisekeepers.org) brings its 2003 Men's Conference series to the Mississippi Coliseum. Founded in 1990 by …

[Chick] ‘Rocky' For The Single Girl

I swear I have some intellectual rights as someone clearly stole my hang-ups when creating the Ally McBeal character. You may remember back in her day when she searched for …

Crisler Announces Mayoral Run

Standing in front of a throng of supporters and family at the Alamo Theatre, City Councilman Marshand Crisler formally announced his candidacy for mayor Thursday afternoon. Crisler, who first won …

Is Barbour Fibbing in his TV Ads?

John Arthur Eaves, and Cotton Mouth, seem to think so. Check out their analysis.

Listen to C. A. Webb on WLEZ 103.7 FM—-Monday, July 24

In his first radio interview of the year, C. A. Webb will be a guest on WLEZ 103.7 FM as part of their "What's Happening in Jackson" segment. This will …

Mississippi Mulls Marriage Amendment

The Advocate reports: Mississippi gay and lesbian leaders are trying to raise awareness about a bill that would constitutionally ban gay marriages. "We've got the word out through memberships, through …

The Sounds of Summer

Ever since I can remember, summer signified something magical, a limitless end of possibilities and plenty of time to explore them.

Millsaps Jazz Concert Friday

YOU ARE INVITED TO COME HEAR THE GREAT STANLEY COWELL in a rare solo appearance, kicking off the Bell Piano Series' fifth season. Mr Cowell will be first be on …

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Vaccination Exemptions and Outbreaks by State

A measles outbreak originating at Disneyland in California has infected more than 120 people across 14 states since December.