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Justice
Three Plead Guilty to Felony Hate Crimes
The federal government used the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act, passed in Oct., 2009, for the first time Thursday in a case where the defendants …
It's the Weekend!
Today, the Zippity Doo Dah Weekend continues with Sweet Potato Queen activities throughout the day at Fitzgerald's and Everyday Gourmet (1625 E. County Line Road, Suite 500); details at http://www.zippitydoodahparade.com. …
Veterans, Students Remember Civil Rights Movement
Several events this weekend are planned to honor people who participated in the Civil Rights Movement and to remember the struggle for racial equality in Mississippi.
Butler, Dedmon, Rice plead guilty to federal hate crime
Three Brandon men plead guilty to two felony hate crime charges today in the case that resulted in the death of James Craig Anderson, of Jackson.
Development
Movie Theater May Return to Jackson
Jackson may once again have a movie theater if Pix/Capri owner Logan Young and developer Jason Watkins finalize a deal for Watkins to purchase the historic theater.
Weekly COMstat Report
The Jackson Police Department's weekly major crimes report was just released. The report covers citywide crime for the week of March 12 through March 18.
Back to the Present
Maybe Jacksonians living under a rock, or a newcomer or visitor to Jackson, might not know by now that native Kathryn Stockett based her novel, "The Help," on tragic history …
Fine and Funky
North Carolina native David Waugh, 62, lived in New York City for 15 years before he met his soon-to-be-wife, Jane Sanders, and moved to Jackson in 2007.
Meet ‘Sylum Heights
What Jacksonians now know as the historic Fondren district grew up around the former Mississippi Lunatic Asylum on the current site of the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
Business Good at ‘The Strip'
Go west, Jackson—specifically to the west side of State Street between East Mitchell and Duling avenues.
Fondren's New Neighbors
Although some businesses have been in the historic Fondren district for decades, new stores, offices and restaurants are constantly setting up shop.
Arts in the Core
Althea Jerome has spent 35 years teaching Mississippi children how to sing. Her lifelong passion for music started when she was growing up in Dallas, Texas.
JXN ROX
I hope all of you have recovered from the St. Paddy's Parade weekend or are on the mend from such a glorious parade this year. With three parades in two …
The Ultimate Obstacle Course
Most days, Ben Lott runs around the perimeter of his apartment complex and into nearby neighborhoods working on getting into shape. Ever since his friend Scott Livingston encouraged him to …
[The Slate] The Best In Sports In 7 Days
Peyton Manning has made up his mind; the only thing missing is a TV special called "Indecision." Now, Tim Tebow gets to go to a team that believes in him.
Pick Up the Phone
Most days, Ben Lott runs around the perimeter of his apartment complex and into nearby neighborhoods working on getting into shape. Ever since his friend Scott Livingston encouraged him to …
Get Flamed
When I walked into Stix restaurant, I saw flames shoot up from a table out of the corner of my eye. The aroma of spices and fresh vegetables filled the …
How to Shop Fondren
When the Fly Girl and the Girl About Town get together, we shop. Or at least we talk about shopping. So, we decided to start a series of "How to …
The War on Math: Obama's Debt
As the Republican presidential hopefuls auger toward the finish line in what will probably result in the nomination of Mitt Romney, it seems the candidates, in straining to hurl things …
