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More Than Alright, in the End

"The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel," based on Deborah Moggach's novel, "These Foolish Things," meditates on life after retirement. The movie blends touches of Eastern philosophy with British wit and irreverence.

Don't Miss It

Play in a Store

I was dubious about theater performed in a drug store, but I decided to get the full experience of Fondren Theatre Workshop's Playwright Night. I walked into Brent's Drugs to …

Tease photo Art

From the Sidewalk to the Gallery

In 2005, Scott Sorensen was living in a three-bedroom house with his wife and had a decent job. Now, he lives in a tent in a friend's backyard and sells …

Wellness

Summer in the City (for kids)

Many school-weary kids anticipate summertime, but it can be a difficult time for parents who work and need to figure out summer child care and other plans to keep their …

Jackblog

Attend the JFP Chick Ball Happy Hour Thursday, May 31, 6 to 8 p.m.

Join the JFP, the Center for Violence Prevention and the Chick Ball Committee for a free JFP Chick Ball happy hour Thursday, May 31, at Hal & Mal's downtown (200 …

Jackblog

Seven Dems Flip to GOP

• Jones County Justice Court Judge David Lyons

At a noon press conference at Mississippi Republican headquarters, the state party took the sheet off its newest additions: Seven county-level officials who were elected as Democrats officially joined the …

Health Care

Dr. Carl Reddix Talks About Political Realities

Dr. Carl Reddix wasn't looking for national media attention when he agreed to serve on the Mississippi Board of Health, but if it has people talking about public-health policy in …

Health Care

A Heart for Survivors

In 2007, she began to feel unwell, she said. She was inexplicably losing weight, was feeling nauseous and had developed what she called a shiny, itchy spot on her left …

Theater

Pop Love Letter

Love is at the heart of New Stage Theatre's production of "The Marvelous Wonderettes"--love of music, love of friends past and present, and the enduring love affair we have with …

Editor's Note

The Pursuit of Excellence

Every now and then, I have to lighten up in this space. Rather than taking on the troubles of the world or trying to pull at your heart strings with …

Jacksonian

Kelly Engelmann

She's more than just a familiar face with a fancy job title; she's helping Mississippians heal and age gracefully. Kelly Engelmann, owner and family nurse practitioner at Enhanced Wellness in …

Music Listings

June 22, 2012 - Friday

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Morningbell Records - Mike Ford 7 p.m.

Music Listings

June 21, 2012 - Thursday

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Cherokee Inn - D'lo Trio

Music Listings

June 20, 2012 - Wednesday

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Ole Tavern - Karaoke

Music Listings

June 19, 2012 - Tuesday

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Hal & Mal's - Pub Quiz

Music Listings

June 18, 2012 - Monday

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Hal and Mal's - Central MS Blues Society 7 p.m. $5

Music Listings

June 17, 2012 - Sunday

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Hot Shots, Byram - Mike and Marty's Jam Session

Music Listings

June 16, 2012 - Saturday

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Martin's - The Gills with Spacewolf and JAG 10 p.m.

Music Listings

June 11, 2012 - Monday

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Hal and Mal's - Central MS Blues Society 7 p.m. $5

Music Listings

June 9, 2012 - Saturday

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Duling Hall - The Cave Singers w/ Liver Mousse