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Food
CrunchTime Concessions, Shaved Ice on Wheels
In 2015, Jeremy Harper and Sedrick Johnson took their cooperative skills to a new level by founding a business together, Crunchtime Concessions, which is most widely known for its shaved …
coronavirus
Mississippi Boychoir Adapts, Plans for Fall and Christmas
Determined to have a successful season, the Mississippi Boychoir has been working hard to combat the issues that COVID-19 presents, quickly adapting to a virtual platform for auditions and performances.
Best of Jackson
Best of Jackson: Legal
During times as tough as these, no one needs the hassle that can come with searching for an appropriate legal counsel for whatever needs we may have.
Politics
Magnolia Flag Final Choice of Commission; Majority Must Approve in November
The state is one step closer to a new flag today, as the Mississippi Flag Commission settled on the New Magnolia design.
coronavirus
Mississippi Governor Defends His Use of Phrase 'China Virus'
Mississippi Republican Gov. Tate Reeves on Wednesday defended his practice of referring to the new coronavirus as the “China virus." Reeves has used the phrase several times, including in social …
Education
MSU Receives Grants for Blindness Research and Solar Fuel, USM Online University Forum
The National Institute on Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research recently gave a five-year, $4 million grant to Mississippi State University's National Research and Training Center on Blindness and Low …
Person of the Day
Charles Araujo
Charles Araujo, an adjunct instructor for Jackson State University’s School of Social Work, became president-elect for the Mississippi Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers on July 1.
coronavirus
Judge: Absentee Voting OK With Pre-Existing Health Issues
Mississippi voters with health conditions that might make them vulnerable to COVID-19 must be allowed to vote by absentee ballot, a state court judge has ruled.
coronavirus
A New $300 Federal Jobless Benefit? Not Likely for Some
Because of a raft of restrictions and bureaucratic hurdles, more than 1 million of the unemployed won't receive a new $300-a-week benefit check, and their financial struggles will deepen. The …
Crime
Former Mississippi Education Head, Contractors Accused of Fudging Bids, Stealing Funds
A former top official at the Mississippi Department of Education and three contractors who worked with the agency are being accused by the federal government of stealing thousands of dollars …
State
Autopsy Set After Inmate Death at Central Mississippi Prison
An autopsy will be done on an inmate who was pronounced dead Wednesday at Central Mississippi Correctional Facility.
National
Critics: Eviction Ban May Only Delay Wave of Homelessness
Housing advocates say the Trump administration's surprise national moratorium on evictions only delays a wave of crushing debt and homelessness, and an attorney representing landlords questions whether the measure is …
City & County
City Overhauls Parking Meters, Funds Homeless Center, Art Groups
Downtown Jackson now has 146 new parking meters to reinvigorate revenue generation, the City of Jackson announced Tuesday.
Politics
Mike Espy Holds Drive-In Rally In Jackson, Emphasizes Health Care, Racism
Mike Espy, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, centered health care and racial justice at his drive-in rally the evening of Thursday, Sept. 3, 2020, in Jackson.
City & County
Let’s Talk Jackson: Betsy Bradley 8×05
Betsy Bradley, director of the Mississippi Museum of Art, spoke about the launch of a new exhibition featuring works by Van Gogh, Monet, and Degas, as well as the protocols …
coronavirus
Mississippi Receives Grants to Help With Rent, Utility Bills
The state of Mississippi has received $24 million in federal grants to help people struggling to pay rent and utility bills during the coronavirus pandemic, the Mississippi Department of Human …
Crime
After Six Trials and 23 Years, Charges Against Curtis Flowers Finally Dismissed
Twenty-three and a half years after his arrest, and after an unprecedented series of six trials, the prosecution of Curtis Flowers finally came to an end today with the dismissal …
coronavirus
During Pandemic, Black Families Put Trust in Black Doctors
Research suggests Black patients have better outcomes when treated by Black doctors and nurses. Yet, only 5% of doctors nationwide are Black, and only 2% are Black women, according to …
State
Mississippi Protesters Rally Against Confederate Monument
Dozens of demonstrators gathered in a Mississippi county to call for the removal of a Confederate monument officials have previously refused to relocate.
Politics
Analysis: GOP Keeps Control Amid Special Legislative Races
The Mississippi Legislature is already seeing some turnover just a few months into this four-year term, but it's not enough to tilt control away from Republicans.
