Jackson Free Press

Carolyn Jolivette

Since she became the interim executive director of Parents for Public Schools of Greater Jackson, Carolyn Jolivette has indulged herself in her job. "This is the type of job where …

Deadline for Committee Action Today

By the end of the today, any bills that don't make it out of committee in the house where they originated die.

GOP Presidential Candidates to Court Mississippians

Newt Gingrich

From now until the Tuesday, March 13 Mississippi statewide primary, expect to see a lot of the Republican presidential candidates in Jackson and other cities around the state. The Mississippi …

No More Weekend Water Shutoffs

The Jackson Public Works Department has irritated several Jacksonians in recent weeks by shutting off water to residences on weekends and just before holidays.

Groups Seek Mentors, But Not Just Any Mentors

Whenever you think of people who make the best mentors for boys, sports coaches seems to be the default selection.

Dr. Timothy Quinn

The Mississippi Business Journal recently selected Dr. Timothy Quinn as one of its Top 40 Under 40 business leaders for 2012. Top 40 Under 40 recognizes the state's 40 up-and-coming …

Community Events and Public Meetings

Sports League Registrations, at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.). Register at the Department of Parks and Recreation from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays. Call 601-960-0471.

JRA Considering Farish Street Loan

The Jackson Redevelopment Authority is holding a special meeting this morning to consider entering into a memorandum of understanding with Farish Street developers.

Cooper-Stokes' Election Contested

While today marks the beginning of LaRita Cooper-Stokes' term on the City Council, it might not mean the end of the election.

Wish List for Charter Schools

The charter school bills currently making their way through both houses of the Legislature are not a done deal, said education advocate Pam Shaw. As the bills pass through committees …

Malik Newman

The Callaway High School boys' basketball team is going for their third championship in four years this Saturday. The team plays at 2:45 p.m. against Wayne County for the 5A …

It's the Weekend!

Tonight, attend the grand opening of Jaco's Tacos (318 S. State St.) at 5 p.m.; South Bound Traffic performs at 7 p.m. Call 601-405-0499. Swing de Paris performs at Hal …

JSU to Perform ‘Antigone'

An ancient Greek drama will play out at Jackson State University this weekend as the Department of Speech, Communication and Theatre presents "Antigone."

Dates Set for Two More Executions

The following is a verbatim statement from the Mississippi Department of Corrections:

The Mississippi Supreme Court has set execution dates for Death Row inmates Larry Mathew Puckett, MDOC #65781, and William J. Mitchell, MDOC #31271.

Graham Attorney: No Choice but to Let Jury Decide

As I reported earlier today, the Mississippi auditor and attorney general sued Hinds County Supervisor Robert Graham over alleged double-dipping. Graham, they say, was running a private business while on …

Jane Everly

Jane Everly says real learning means knowing how to innovate and apply skills across traditional subject lines. Her commitment to bridging the gap between various disciplines is part of the …

Auditor, AG Sue Graham for Funds

The state's top auditor and legal officer want Hinds County Supervisor Robert Graham to pay back more than $45,000 for misusing public property and submitting fraudulent time sheets when Graham …

Marchers Seek Equality

A demonstration for gay equality is underway in Jackson this morning. Participants met in the Fondren district and plan to travel to the state Capitol in Fondren's March for Gay …

4 the Record

One of my favorite films of all time is "Pee-wee's Big Adventure." It has stuck with me my whole life. It entertained me as a kid, and it made even …

Natural ‘Wonder Drugs' for Stress

My alarm woke me at 6 a.m., and I headed for the shower. Soon I was out of the house and headed to work to arrive by 7 a.m. This …