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A new consignment store is slated to open this summer in West Jackson. Carmichael, Miss., native Thelma Hardiman said the store, which she is in the process of naming, will open at 531 W. Capitol St. next to Koinonia Coffee House.

The store will feature women, men's and children's clothing. Proceeds from clothing sales will benefit New Way Mississippi, a nonprofit organization that works with families and individuals suffering from drug abuse.

"We hope to help build up that area of Jackson," Hardiman said.

Hardiman has not yet determined the opening date for the consignment store.

Bar and Grill Open for Dinner Downtown

Congress St. Bar and Grill has expanded its hours to include dinner. The restaurant, located at 120 N. Congress St., is now open for lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. The restaurant features live music Monday and Thursday evenings.

Mississippi Small Business Owners Honored
 
The U.S. Small Business Administration will present awards to its 2011 Mississippi Small Business owners who have made contributions to the state's economy and shown strong leadership.

The reception is Tuesday, June 14, at the Mississippi e-Center at Jackson State University. Winners will receive invitations to the event. Winners include:  Dr. John Calhoun of Integrated Management Services in Jackson, Patricia Ann Thomasson of the Thomasson Company in Philadephia, Kenneth B. Fowler of Spot Cash Tire and Appliance in Kosciusko, and Jonathan Maisano of Maisano's Fine Wine and Spirits in Ocean Springs.
 
 
Chambers Sponsor Leadership Event

The Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership and several metro area chambers of commerce are joining together to host Chick-Fil-A Leadercast May 6.

The event features a live broadcast of several notable speakers including Seth Godin, Author of "Linchpin," leadership expert John C. Maxwell, "Good Morning America" anchor Robin Roberts, author Dave Ramsey and several others.

The leadership event is 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Broadmoor Baptist Church (1531 Highland Colony Parkway). Tickets are $59 and can be purchased online.

City to Celebrate Tourism Week

The Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau will celebrate national Travel and Tourism Week May 9 through May 13.

The week includes a series of events such as the National Train Day Celebration on May 9, and a U.S. Travel Rally Day on May 10. For details on the events, visit the bureau's website.

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Dave Ramsey is awesome. Everyone should experience his Financial Peace Univ. teachings.

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RobbieR

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2011-05-04T12:35:24-06:00

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RobbieR, I'm taking the Financial Peace University course now at my church. It is awesome!

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LatashaWillis

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2011-05-04T21:46:39-06:00