All results / Stories / Jackson Free Press
Rated Arrrrrrr
Before you read this: I have completely assumed that, if you are going to see "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," you're both aware that it is a sequel …
[BoozeTalk] DIY: Make Twists For Fifty
Even ugly people look refined when they're holding martinis with bright yellow twists on their rims. While Champagne is a must for your New Year's toast, most people don't want …
[Geek] Human Nature 101
A Review of "Faces of Mankind"
One of the most intriguing yet frustrating games I've ever played, "Faces of Mankind" is based on a concept that would crack up most developers: a completely player-run world. There …
FOOD: Al Fresco Dining: A Sin?
Had God intended us to experience fine dining out-of-doors, he would have created Schimmel's as a group of picnic tables scattered around a vacant lot on North State Street. The …
Film: The Corporation
Documentaries were once content to simply inspire viewers to look at life from inside another person's skin or shed light on a neglected issue. But today's documentaries aren't content just …
Body/Soul: Living In The Now
Can you feel your feet? No, not with your hands. In this moment, can you feel the sensations going on in those two things that carry you around all day? …
No Strings Attached
Puppets, pussycats, soldiers and spiders will all be taking center stage in various metro Jackson theaters this month. Puppet master Peter Zapletal is directing the "Hansel and Gretel" puppet show, …
Wicker Reaching for Dem Coattails
You can tell Republicans have fallen on tough times when Roger Wicker tries to fool Hinds County voters into thinking he's a Democrat. The Musgrove campaign just sent out a …
Cheney Says He's Staying on GOP Ticket
AP is reporting that Vice President Cheney says he's staying on Bush's ticket. Good news for Dems and the ABB crowd?
Reactions From The Square
OXFORDJudging from applause, the McCain supporters on the Square are still most excited about his running mate. McCain's biggest applause line by far was his Sarah Palin "maverick" shout-out.
Fly
Something Old, Something New
I'm a modern woman. I realize that many time-honored southern traditions, once revered as sacred, have become passé.
Unconventional Romantic Films for an Offbeat Valentine's Day
"I was surprised to learn that lesbians accessorized. I didn't know that." Jessica
Death by Cubicle
Instead of delving into a 9-to-5 pace, Colleen Kinder sought out a national fellowship that took her to Cuba. The 2003 Yale graduate spent her first year out of college …
From the Artist's Hands
The Jackson area is filled with tons of creative folks offering handmade items that would make wonderful holiday gifts. Each item carries the essence of the person who made it. …
Jackie Bell
Jackie Bell, 43, steps out of a little red two-seater, and I'm jealous of her legs. I briefly recall my inferiority when Miss Bell called me on stage during a …
Caleb Hampton
If it weren't for the deep teal blue sign perpendicular to the street, I wouldn't have noticed the unassuming rectangle of concrete blocks at 3028 W. Northside Drive. Caleb Hampton, …
Tiara Robinson
When she walked into the front office of Wingfield High School, she gracefully introduced herself. "Hi, I'm Tiara Robinson," she said with a huge smile and firm handshake. This small …
Mike Padilla
Mike Padilla, 20, a Millsaps College student—an actor, a director, a techie and an award-winning playwright—is involved in the theater at Millsaps on every possible level. Right now he's working …
Chuck Culpepper
Saint Alexis Episcopal Church is in the heart of Jackson, just down the street from Hal and Mal's.
Janet Scott
A proud product of Jackson Public Schools, Janet Scott is a shining example that public school works. She's intelligent, well-rounded and constantly looking for ways to give back to her …
