Jackson Free Press

Where's the Smoke?

Any lover of Memphis-style barbecue knows the first rule of a good barbecue joint is judged with the nose.

Beating the Spread

When I think of my childhood, I remember love and drama, my alcoholic daddies, a hard-working mother and lots of football.

Food and Health Should be Synonymous

If we want nutritious food, then we must pay attention to the labels on the packaging—even ostensibly healthful fruit and vegetables.

Community Events and Public Meetings

Today, JAM 2012 is at 5 p.m. at center court in the Jackson Medical Mall.

10 Things to Know for Monday

Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories people will be talking about today.

The 'Solid South' Growing More Complex As Demographics Change

The "Solid South" was a political fact, benefiting Democrats for generations and then Republicans, with Bible Belt and racial politics ruling the day. But demographic changes and recent election results …

Pop-Up Pizza

It seems like Jesse Houston won't be satisfied until he's put his spin on every cuisine in town. In addition to running the popular downtown eatery Parlor Market as its …

The Dark Side

It was decades ago, but I'll never forget that night. I'm glad I wrote the details down in a journal.

Doctors Call for a 'Public Health' Solution to Gun Violence in the United States

Is a gun like a virus, a car, tobacco or alcohol? Yes say public health experts, who in the wake of recent mass shootings are calling for a fresh look …

Where to Shop: Thrift & Vintage

We all love the looks that Nasty Gal, Urban Outfitters and Top Shop feature: the sheer blouse, the color blocking, the shoulder pads, the lace and even the spandex.

Urban Nights

Jackson's urban and hip-hop nightlife is thriving all around town any given weekend. Here are just a few of Jackson's hot spots to try.

The Day the Music Died

A couple of mornings ago, I woke up and started my day as usual (making coffee, watching the news on TV, checking emails)

Stokes: Help Ward Keep Young People

The Rev. Jesse Jackson came to town this week and promptly took Hinds County Supervisor Kenny Stokes to task for his campaign against saggy-pants.

Trails, Trails, Trails!

Jackson may not seem like a town that would be accommodating to runners and bikers, but these active cultures are growing

Mayor Johnson Presents Budget Address

Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. delivered his 2012-2013 budget address to the Jackson City Council today.

Fitting Together

Quvenzhane Wallis stars as Hushpuppy in "Beasts of the Southern Wild," set in the fictional town of Bathtub in the Louisiana bayou.

Get Out There

When I first arrived in Jackson two years ago to attend Millsaps College, I wasn't fortunate enough to know what Jackson had to offer.

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Mississippi State's Cornerbacks Form Strong Duo

Johnthan Banks has the sheer talent. Corey Broomfield has the smarts.

Egypt Airstrikes Target Militants in Sinai

Helicopters carried out missile strikes against Islamic militants in Egypt's first airstrikes in the Sinai Peninsula since 1973.

Oxfam: Hundreds Being Killed in East Congo

New militia groups have arisen and older ones are reasserting themselves, killing hundreds of defenseless civilians, the British charity Oxfam said Tuesday.