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Graduation Rates, Test Scores Up

Mississippi's graduation rate rate rose to 73.7 percent in 2011, according to the state Department of Education.

Isaac Could Stay Strong Through Day

The director of the U.S. National Hurricane Center says Hurricane Isaac could keep its strength through the day.

Republican Convention is in Full-Throated Roar

Nominee Mitt Romney and his team are reaching out in all directions Wednesday to connect with key voting groups.

Mississippi Coast Reports Flooding from Isaac

The sun rose over the Mississippi Gulf Coast on the seventh anniversary of Hurricane Katrina to flooded and deserted streets.

Tracking Isaac: The Latest on the Hurricane's Path

Isaac began its long, slow trek inland on Wednesday.

Growing a Legacy

JSU alum Tony Davenport will showcase his art at the Sidewalk Soiree Aug. 31.

Flipping the 'Race Card'

I almost spewed coffee all over my screen. I had just opened a "Haley Barbour" news alert and read that our esteemed former governor had accused Democrats of playing the …

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Chanelle Renee

Model Chanelle Renee is more than just a pretty face. Renee is also a graphic designer, creative director and design editor.

Witch Hunt on Watkins?

A local television news channel's recent stories about David Watkins' legal issues regarding the Metrocenter project sound like a witch hunt, Retro Metro partner Socrates Garrett said.

The New Immigration Fight

Maria Mazy, 19, could be the poster child for either side of the national discussion on immigration.

Hinds CC Cancels Some Classes, Closes Thursday

Hinds Community College announces schedule changes because of concerns about wind and rain from Hurricane Isaac.

Isaac's Damage Could Be Pricey for Pass Christian

A contractor had been dredging sand for Pass Christian to expand its municipal boat harbor. This morning, the big piles of sand piled up by that $5 million operation were …

Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Voter ID Laws

Voter IDs laws have become a political flashpoint in what's gearing up to be another close election year.

Where Voter ID Stands in Mississippi

After years of unsuccessfully trying to get the Mississippi Legislature to pass a voter ID law, last November, state conservatives put the issue of voter ID to the state's voters.

A Pistol, and a Plea

There's something I need to tell you that I've not had the strength to share. There's something I've alluded to over the years that I've not had the will to …

Mayor Johnson Declares State of Emergency

Mayor Harvey Johnson, Jr. declared a state of emergency for the City of Jackson today as Tropical Storm Isaac continues to move into the Jackson area. The storm will continue …

Making Others 'Comfortable'

Of dreadlocks and MBAs; of fashion trends and government intervention; of earrings and the news. Don't worry; I'm about to make my point.

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Right on the Edge

Welcome to the final round of the Open Air Cultural Theater Open Mic Poetry Showcase for the Unemployed.

Fix What's Broken, Mississippi

Voter ID may be a non-issue for Mississippi in the upcoming presidential elections in November, but the fight is far from over for the Magnolia State.

Chef Buys Into Downtown's Promise

For the sixth year in a row, Mississippi has earned the title of the most obese state in the nation, according to The Trust for America's Health's annual study.