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Azia’s Picks 4-23-21
What are we eating this weekend and furthermore, where is the entertainment? If you’re needing to be pointed in the right direction, take a moment to look over my picks.
Person of the Day
Casey Collier Rogers
When Casey Collier Rogers was 4 years old, she watched with rapt attention as her mother and her best friend taught students to dance at a studio in Clinton, Miss.
Health Care
US Drop in Vaccine Demand Has Some Places Turning Down Doses
As the supply of coronavirus vaccine doses in the U.S. outpaces demand, some places around the country are finding there's such little interest in the shots, they need to turn …
Person of the Day
Landon Sims
In game one with the Bulldogs clinging to a 3-2 lead in the top of the eighth inning. MSU brought in right handed pitcher Landon Sims. He didn’t have much …
Crime
High Court Moves Away from Leniency for Minors Who Murder
After more than a decade in which the Supreme Court moved gradually toward more leniency for minors convicted of murder, the justices on Thursday moved the other way.
Politics
Mississippi Governor to Decide on Expanding Possibility of Parole
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves faces a Thursday deadline to act on a bill that could make more inmates eligible for the possibility of parole in a state with one of …
City & County
Company Exits from Jackson Zoo Management Contract Talks
A company is withdrawing from more than two years of discussions about taking over management of the zoo in Mississippi's capital city.
Health Care
Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Benefit Still Positive Despite ‘Rare Side Effects,’ EU Reports
After investigating reports of a rare but serious side effect in Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine, the European Medicines Agency concluded yesterday that the vaccine’s label should include information about …
Politics
Mississippi Taps Adviser to Oversee Funds in Poor District
The state of Mississippi is stepping in to oversee finances in a school district in one of the nation's poorest counties, which has been adjusting in recent years to consolidation.
Crime
Ex-Cop Guilty of Murder and Manslaughter in Floyd Case
Former Minneapolis Officer Derek Chauvin was convicted Tuesday of murder and manslaughter for pinning George Floyd to the pavement with his knee on the Black man’s neck in a case …
State
Groups Plan Effort for Mississippi Voting Rights Restoration
Three groups will sponsor an initiative to try to simplify the way Mississippi restores voting rights to people convicted of some felonies, a person involved with the effort said Monday.
Biz Roundup
Fresh Market Mother's Day, MPB "Your Vote, Your Voice" and USAIBC Kentucky Derby Party
The Fresh Market is offering all-in-one, ready-to-cook brunch and dinner meals for Mother's Day. Customers can place their orders online and pick them up in the store.
Crime
After 16 Months Awaiting Trial, Suspect Found Hanging in Hinds County Jail
Justin Mosley, 21, a suspect found hanging on Sunday in his Raymond Detention Center cell, has been awaiting trial for 16 months, Capt. Tyree D. Jones, the sheriff's public information …
Politics
Analysis: Initiatives Seek to Bypass Mississippi Lawmakers
People are now looking to bypass the Mississippi House and Senate by proposing initiatives to expand Medicaid, authorize early voting and reconsider the state flag design.
Crime
Mississippi Law Will Ban Shackling Inmates During Childbirth
Mississippi will join a growing number of states and the federal government in banning the use of restraints on women giving birth in a jail or prison.
City & County
Farmers to Families Food Boxes Giveaway in Jackson
Thousands of food boxes of fresh produce will be available for pick-up at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds in Jackson on Wednesday.
City & County
Azia’s Picks 4-16-21
If you need some new ideas on what’s happening in the tri-city area this upcoming week, check out my picks. Whatever you decide, remember we’re still in a pandemic, so …
Person of the Day
Jeff Salter
When Jeff Salter crossed the Mississippi River and made his way into Jackson, he celebrated an important milestone: 1,000 miles travelled on his e-bike.
City & County
Jackson Water: City Approves $1.2.million to Improve O.B. Curtis Water Treatment Facility
Water production at the O.B. Curtis water treatment facility will get a boost after the City of Jackson spends $1,223,990 restoring a portion of it, Public Works Director Charles Williams …
State
Mississippi Ends License Requirements for Some Beauty Jobs
Mississippi no longer requires professional licenses for people who offer low-risk beauty services, a change that will save residents thousands of dollars and hours of time spent on training.
