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Hello, and welcome. This, as you've probably guessed, is my blog. In order to provide the great city of Jackson with up-to-the-minute coverage on the political front, I've taken it …

Jackson Catholic Sexual Abuse Cases Settled

Today, attorneys announced that 19 plaintiffs suing the Catholic Diocese for past sexual abuse have settled with the church. The PDF of the announcement is posted here.

Poll: Six Points Separate Obama and McCain in MS

Given the nearly 20 points that separated Bush and Kerry in the 2004 elections, the 6 point differential recorded by Rasmussen in its latest 2008 Presidential polling is remarkable. Sen. …

Deuce Headed Back to Ole Miss, Reports Say

Not, of course, that he'll be playing. (Although just imagine if he had a year of eligibility and wanted to get a Master's degree...) According to CoachingSearch.com via Sports Illustrated, …

Dead Man Rolling

A dear friend of your departs this life peacefully, and how do you honor his memory? By rolling his corpse on an office chair to a check cashing place in …

Mississippi United Concert for A Cause: Clothing and Toy Drive. WE NEED YOU!

On SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19th. Mississippi United Presents: The TeamSipp GenerationNxt CONCERT FOR A CAUSE at DreamzJxn(426 Capital). The event will bring several area organizations together for the cause of giving …

Are white men in trouble? Newsweek explores their plight.

There's a fascinating feature in Newsweek right now about the effect the recession is having on middle-class, formerly well-off white men. Here's just a chunk; what are your thoughts?

LoungeList Photos: King Edward and Farish Street Tours

JFP/LoungeList photographer Kip Caven took the Farish Street tour last Friday and filed this album of photos:

Photo Gallery: 2009 Miller Lite Crawfish Boil

So, JFP photographer extraordinaire Kenya Hudson shot some amazing photos at the Miller Lite Crawfish Boil this past weekend, which was a blast. Check out the gallery here.

U.S. House Probing Diaz, Minor Prosecutions

The idea that the prosecutions of Justice Oliver Diaz and attorney Paul Minor may have been politically motivated by a George Bush administration is gathering steam in the nation's capitol, …

Lobbyist: Barbour Has No Ties to Firm

Bobby Harrison is reporting in the Daily Journal that Lanny Griffith has issued a statement about Haley Barbour's current status with his (former?) lobbying firm.

JFP Chick Ball Raises More Than $3,000

Please contact Natalie Collier (natalie at jacksonfreepress dotcom) if you're a female visual, musical or performance artist interested in donating performance or art to raise money to fight domestic violence …

Bulldogs Mourn the Passing of Defensive End Nick Bell

Today great sadness affects two families.

The first family affected is that of Nick Bell and the other family is the teammates of Bell on the Mississippi State football team. Bell, a 20-year-old from Bessemer, Ala., …

‘Men of Character' Live Auction to Debut at JFP Chick Ball on July 9

Here are the "Men of Character":

In addition to the best and most chic silent auction around, the 7th Annual JFP Chick Ball will feature a live auction of Jackson "Men of Character" at the fundraising …

Bush Helps the Gautier Family Rebuild

And did I mention condescending?

This is so incredibly offensive.

A Heartfelt Response to Obama's Victory

Watch this clip of The View's Sherri Shepherd crying tears of joy over Obama's win. Get your tissues.

Will it be affirmative?

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Supreme Court said Monday it will decide the extent to which public schools can use race in deciding school assignments, setting the stage for a landmark …

Enough is Enough!

Enough is enough. I can't sit idly by and continue to watch this childish display. A black cloud still hangs over our city. Even more prominent in election years, it …

Photos Up From 2009 Chick Ball

Photographer Pat Butler was on hand for the 2009 Chick Ball and got some great photos which we've gotten up in an online gallery. Enjoy:

City Mulls Bond Deal

The City Council and city attorney have thick stacks of documents to review detailing the deal the Jackson Redevelopment Authority worked out to build a convention center hotel.