Jackson Free Press

CITYBEAT: On the Road Again

Citizens are complaining about recent bus-route changes, and a special committee for JATRAN is trying to respond.

Arts, IDs and ALEC

Malcom White, executive director of the Mississippi Arts Commission, constantly battles the perception that his and the state's other "cultural agencies" are not core government functions.

State May Shutter Abortion Clinic

The state's only abortion clinic may close soon under a bill poised to become law after both houses of the Legislature approved it last week.

Home-Grown Talent

The Crossroads Film Festival, a four-day event beginning Thursday night, April 12, shines the spotlight on producers, screenwriters, directors, cinematographers, actors and musicians from Mississippi.

An American Classic

Entering New Stage Theatre for its production of "All My Sons" by Arthur Miller, you are transported back to 1946 and the post-World War II Keller family homestead.

Arts, More Arts

This weekend, check out one or both of these arts-related activities.

This weekend, check out one or both of these arts-related activities.

[Outlaw] Cooking Like Mother

I'd help tend to mother's beans, squash, tomatoes, peas.

Optimist Foodie

Andrew Zimmern's Culinary Take on Jackson

The Friday before PM Soul, a pop-up food event last fall at Peaches Café on Farish Street, I got a call from a number I didn't recognize. I was in …

How the Charter School Bill Died

Rep. Chuck Espy's voice cracked as he jabbed his left index finger into the podium so forcefully that it's a miracle he didn't break the appendage. "I have watched this …

Workers' Rights Under Fire

Imagine you're a Sumerian servant in 2050 B.C., carving tiny jewels for King Ur-Nammu's scepter and--oops--you accidentally slice off your finger. Under the king's law, written on stone tablets, you …

Fuel Your Day

When you are on the go, it can be difficult to find portable and healthy foods that still satisfy your hunger. Planning ahead and packing smart solve the dilemma.

Kristy Johnson

Kristy Johnson is one of the capital city's newest ambassadors. As Jackson's Miss Hospitality for 2012, she will greet conventions and participate in events throughout the year to promote tourism …

Districts Get More Sex-Ed Options

Mississippi school districts that want to adopt abstinence-plus sex-education programs now have more options--and the federal grant money that comes with them.

Community Events and Public Meetings

AARP Tax Aide Volunteer Service. The service is available to low- and moderate-income taxpayers with special attention to those ages 60 and older. Bring all necessary documents. No appointment required. …

Civil Rights Museum Planners Collecting Stories

It has been 50 years since James Meredith became the first African American student to attend the University of Mississippi. Until recently, Mississippi had no central location for celebrating this …

It's the Weekend!

Today, KidFest! Kicks off at 9 a.m. at Freedom Ridge Park (235 W. School St., Ridgeland); continues through April 7 and April 14-15. $10, children under 2 free; call 601-853-2011. …

Heartbeat Bill Not Quite Dead?

An anti-abortion "heartbeat bill" died in committee Tuesday, but this might not be the last we see of it.

Baseball's Loss, Music's Gain

Carl Jackson was just 14 years old when he got his big break in the music business. The Louisville, Miss., native was jamming backstage following a Virginia Boys concert in …

Home Boy Brian Fuente Back in Jackson

Ridgeland native Brian Fuente moved to Nashville in 2007 to follow his dream of being a singer. Not long after his arrival, he started the rock band Newmatic and toured …

TTOCCS REKARP'S Top 10 Playlist

In no particular order, here is a list of some songs, albums and Internet radio stations that I've been listening to recently.