Jackson City Council Talks Crap
Jackson is finally getting its crap together. More specifically, the city is finally addressing the years-long problem of accumulating waste, or sludge, at the Savanna Street Waste Water Treatment Plant.
Biz Roundup: CARA
McAlister's Deli plans to use the grand reopening of its Maywood Mart location next week as a fundraising opportunity for a local charity. Everyone who visits the restaurant June 5 and donates a bag of dry dog food to Community Animal Rescue and Adoption will receive a voucher for a free meal on their next visit to the Maywood location.
Events to Benefit CARA
McAlister's Deli plans to use the grand reopening of its Maywood Mart location next week as a fundraising opportunity for a local charity. Everyone who visits the restaurant June 5 and donates a bag of dry dog food to Community Animal Rescue and Adoption will receive a voucher for a free meal on their next visit to the Maywood location.
Persons of the Day: Batson Hospital's Congenital Heart Surgery Team
Treating children's heart defects can be a harrowing experience. The most serious conditions require long hospital stays and multiple surgeries. One local surgeon says his team is achieving good results in treating the most complex heart defects, even in patients that statistically do worse than others.
BREAKING: JPS Agrees to Overhaul Discipline Policies, Settles Lawsuit
Good news! The Southern Poverty Law Center just emailed this statement, pasted in its entirety:
JACKSON, Miss. – The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) announced today that a federal judge has approved a settlement agreement with Jackson Public Schools (JPS) to reform discipline policies across the district and to end the brutal practice of handcuffing students to railings and poles for hours at a time as punishment for minor rule violations.
JRA Says Ugly Garage Ramp Must Go
Jackson Redevelopment Authority board members agree something needs to be done with the unsightly Jackson Place parking garage ramp on Capitol Street. However, they don't seem to know just what to do.
Ronnie Agnew
Ronnie Agnew graduated from Ole Miss with a degree in radio/television journalism, then spent the next 27 years working in newspapers, including a nine-year stint as the first black executive editor at the Clarion-Ledger, before he started working in broadcasting.
It's the Weekend!
Today, Kennith Humphrey's art exhibit at Brown's Fine Art (630 Fondren Place) hangs through May 31. Entry is free; call 601-982-4844. Overnight Lows, The Bills and Turn It Off perform at CS's. The Jason Turner Band plays at Ole Tavern. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity's White Party at The South (627 E. Silas Brown St.) includes music from Sonja Stamps at 8 p.m. ($35 in advance) and the party with music from deejays is at 10 p.m. ($20 in advance). Call 601-503-7625 or 601-672-2914. Nightmare Boyzzz plays at Sam's Lounge. The Daniel Karlish Trio performs at Martin's at 10 p.m. Need more options? See our Best Bets.
Cause of Private Prison Melee Disputed
What we know about this past weekend's events at the Adams County Correctional Center, a private federal prison in Natchez, is that a group of prisoners briefly took control of parts of the facility, held approximately two dozen staff members hostage and beat several employees. One correctional officer, Catlin Carithers, died during the uprising.
Supporters Rally for Gay Rights
"Same-sex marriage may not be legally recognized in our state, as of yet, but it is not illegal to hold a wedding commitment ceremony," Clay Curry said Tuesday to about 20 supporters rallying at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum.
Michael Duke
On a return trip home to Jackson during Michael "Mike" Duke's first summer as a University of Alabama student, he was involved in a car accident that would change his life forever. After regaining consciousness, he found that he had to learn to read, write, talk and paint all over again. "I was reborn," Duke says. "I was given two chances at life, when most people only get one."
I Don't Want To Grow Up
I was shooting ball at the gym a couple weeks ago with Joe, an old classmate. When he started complaining of minor chest pains and shortness of breath, I suggested that we go to the emergency room. He refused, saying it was no big deal.
I Want To Stay Young Forever
Not all children and adolescents want to "grow up" psychologically. Instead, regardless of the economy, they choose to stay at home with their parents, creating stress and burdens for their families and, in some cases, doing irreversible damage.
The Defense Wears Black
"Do I have anything to wear?" I wondered. It's not an uncommon quandary I face, but this time, it wasn't in preparation for a night out or special event.
Rockin' for the Puppies
The Unbroken Chain Benefit Concert is going to the dogs––or at least, the proceeds are. On May 31, at 7:30 p.m., the Mississippi Animal Rescue League will host the concert fundraiser at Duling Hall (622 Duling Ave.).
Inspiration, Indeed
The melodies of gospel music were a constant staple during my childhood, whether it played softly while my mother read her Bible or my dad sang its refrains while doing the dishes. Gospel music feeds and stirs the soul.
A Win or a Wait?
Saturday, May 19, saw a thrilling finish at the Preakness Stakes as I'll Have Another charged ahead of Bodemeister to win the second leg of the Triple Crown. The Kentucky Derby winner became the next horse with hopes of becoming a Triple Crown winner, the first in 34 years.
The Best In Sports In 7 Days
This past Saturday was one of the best sports days this year. I'll Have Another, the San Antonio Spurs, Chelsea in the Champions League Final and the Oklahoma City Thunder all had big comeback wins.
Unique Food Finds: Oxtails
The world of food is riddled with the contributions of countless cultures, languages, and centuries of morphing and modification. One such area that has been especially touched by language is the art of butchering, specifically when it comes to cattle.
Southern Un-Fried Chicken
When I was a little boy living on a farm in Mississippi, it seemed like we had chicken five days a week. We had chicken for breakfast cooked in gravy to go over our rice and biscuits. We had chicken and dumplings for dinner and then fried chicken for supper.