Biz Roundup
Black Axes Northpark, City Limits Cafe and Friends of Children’s Hospital Donation
Northpark in Ridgeland recently announced that a new location for Black Axes Throwing Club will soon open at the complex.
Politics
Vaccinations Available for Elderly, Health Workers as COVID Surges in Mississippi
Mississippi’s COVID-19 vaccination surge is underway, but public-health officials say not all available appointments are being filled, and are calling for eligible Missisippians to take the opportunity to protect themselves …
Politics
Analysis: Health Care, Education, Incentives on 2021 Agendas
With the Mississippi legislative session just beginning, officials are starting to reveal their public policy wish lists, including proposals to increase teacher pay and improve the availability of health care …
State
Mississippi Award Honors Book on Jackson State Shooting
The Mississippi Historical Society is giving its annual award for the best state history book to an author who wrote about the shooting deaths of two Black man 50 years …
Politics
Mississippi Governor to Sign Law Monday for New State Flag
Republican Gov. Tate Reeves will sign a bill Monday to update state law with a description of the flag, his spokeswoman said Friday. Immediately after the signing, officials are scheduled …
Politics
Governor Tate Reeves Makes Statement on COVID-19 Vaccine
Today, Governor Tate Reeves made a statement in regards to the COVID-19 vaccine plan.
City & County
JPD Arrests Second Person In New Year’s Day Interstate 55 Obstruction
The Jackson Police Department made a second arrest six days after a group of people blocked Interstate 55 and had vehicles racing and doing donuts on the highway.
Politics
'Zombie Law' Cited in Court Fight Over Mississippi Marijuana
Attorneys trying to block a Mississippi medical marijuana program say the state is using a “zombie law” about old congressional districts to defend how an initiative landed on the ballot.
City & County
Azia’s Picks 1-8-2021
If you’re looking for a way to escape in the city, check out my upcoming picks. Remember to socialize responsibly, mask up and laugh more this weekend. You deserve it.
Person of the Day
Ameshya Williams
Ameshya Williams is delivering on the lofty preseason awards she received as the senior began her final season at Jackson State University. Jackson was named SWAC Preseason Play of the …
State
Group Commits $1M for Mississippi Computer Science Education
An organization announced Thursday that it is committing $1 million to help Mississippi school districts start computer science classes.
State
Angie Thomas Writers Scholarship to be Awarded for 2nd Time
A private university in Mississippi is preparing to award a second scholarship to an incoming freshman who will major in creative writing.
Politics
Mississippi Begins Vaccination of 75+ Population, Peaks With 3,255 New Cases of COVID-19
Mississippi has rapidly accelerated its vaccination availability schedule, with members of the general public aged 75 and up already receiving their first shots at Mississippi State Department of Health drive-thru …
City & County
MLK Day During COVID-19; West Capitol Work Ahead; New Focus on Illegal Dumping
The City of Jackson is replacing its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade with a motorcade this year due to COVID-19 safety concerns. The city has officially designated Jan. …
Education
Virtual Marching Band Event and Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation, Delta Leadership Institute Executive Academy
Four members of the Mississippi State University Famous Maroon Band will take part in a virtual intercollegiate marching band event for the College Football Playoff National Championship game on Monday, …
Education
Mississippi Schools Chief: Ease Mandates on Some Tests
Mississippi high school students will take end-of-course exams and third graders will take mandated reading assessments this spring, state Superintendent of Education Carey Wright told lawmakers Wednesday.
Fly
Top 10: Aron Johnson
As someone who enjoys sampling unique food establishments and attending art-centric events, Aron Johnson is happy to see that Jackson has no shortages of either option and that those areas …
Music
Viola Dacus: Vocalist, Instructor, Mother
Dr. Viola Dacus vividly recalls one of the teaching moments that affirm her career choice of helping others develop their vocal performance.
Food
Local Chef Nurtures a New Generation of Cooks
The old saying "if you want something done right, do it yourself" rings true for McKinley Pierce—the idea helped him define and develop his passion for food.
Books
Privilege and the High Cost of Being a ‘Fortunate One’
In a narrative that smacks of privilege while also reckoning with its insidiousness, Ed Tarkington spins a southern yarn about manhood, family and desire in his latest book, "The Fortunate …
