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Help Build the Capital City

Join up with the city and Americorps to help Jackson.

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Jackson, Oxford, Tupelo Get High Econ Scores

Yes, Jackson, our economic strength is growing.

Redevelopment Authority Packed Agenda Wednesday

Much development talk is afoot at the JRA meeting today.

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MEMA Keeping Close Eye On the Gulf

MEMA is concerned about a tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico.

City Residents: Sign Up for CodeRED Weather Warnings

Jacksonians can get free op-in weather warnings from the National Weather Service.

JPD Arrests 10 in Prostitution Sting

JPD arrests 10 in "Vegas Night in Jackson"; declares "strong impact."

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JPS Meeting Tuesday to Adopt Budget

JPS will adopt its budget today amid financial woes.

Lawsuit Aims to Keep Abortion Clinic Open

Pro-abortion rights groups filed an expected lawsuit today to block the closing of the state's only abortion clinic.

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Court Upholds 'Obamacare'

In a 5-4 decision with Chief Justice John Roberts as the "swing" vote and author of the decision, the 2010 Affordable Care Act was upheld, including the controversial insurance "mandate," although as a tax.

Mississippi Reacts to 'Obamacare' Ruling

Mississippians reacted promptly to the Supreme Court's ruling on "Obamacare." Some weren't pleased.

Heat Risk to Seniors and Disabled: How to Help

The city is performing wellness checks on seniors and the disabled during the current heatwave.

Fireworks + Drought = Danger

Here are Insurance Commission Mike Chaney's tip avoiding fireworks disasters this year.

Just In: State Not Responding Well to Child Abuse, Neglect

A children's advocacy organization says state officials are not responding to reports of child abuse and neglect in a timely or effective fashion.

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10 Local Stories This Week

In case you missed the Jackson Free Press' signature blend of local news, art and culture, here are 11 stories from the week.

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Favorite JFP Moments: Yours and Ours

As the JFP approached its 10th birthday on Sept. 22, 2012, we asked current and former staff and interns, as well as readers, to share their favorite JFP moments.

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A Brief History of 'The City's Smart Alternative'

The Jackson Free Press started with no money but a big dream.

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JFP's Biggest Stories

Over the years, the Jackson Free Press has dug in deep on a number of big stories and topics that produced major results for the city and state.

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Stinker Quote Of The Week: "Disgraceful"

“I’m outraged by the attacks on American diplomatic missions in Libya and Egypt and by the death of an American consulate worker in Benghazi."

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10 Local Stories This Week

Here's a look at some of the top news of the week from around the capital city.

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Register to vote by Noon on Oct. 6! Here's How ...

To register to vote in Hinds County, you can pick up a voter-registration application at the Circuit Clerk’s office downstairs at 407 E. Pascagoula St.

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