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In Tough Times, Be Grateful

A few things have made me realize that it's important to give thanks every day—not just one day of the year.

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Women Misrepresented in Media, Business

Recently, I watched the documentary "Miss Representation" by Jennifer Siebel Newsom. The 2011 film focuses on the misrepresentation of women in mainstream society and the pressures we face because of …

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Disappointed in Rankin County

It seems odd that in a state like ours, instead of passing laws that help us get off the bottom of good lists and from the top of bad lists, …

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Small City, Big Ideas

It's easy to go to a city like Memphis and think to yourself how little a place like Jackson has ... and how little it can feel.

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Worth More Than a Number on a Scale

When I stepped on the scale last Saturday morning, I saw a number that I never wanted to see.

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Why I Stay in Mississippi

While it may seem like Mississippi is backwards in many areas, I believe it excels in creative spirit.

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Don’t Act Normal

I'd rather be "not normal" than stick with the status quo. I'd rather judge people based on the quality of their character, not by the way they look.