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LoungeList Photos: Capital City Classic

LoungeList photographer Kip Caven filed a ton of photos from the Capital City Classic. Enjoy!

Do-Gooders on Steroids!

That would be you and me. The JFP is ramping up efforts to form a "Do-Gooder Corps" in Jackson—basically people who want to help others in whatever way you can, and we invite you to join us. You can get ideas on the new Good Blog, and we're loading up Jackpedia with ways for you to get involved. (Charities and do-gooder groups, please go add/update your information/needs here).

LoungeList Photos: Nicole Marquez Event

Photos from the "Can't Stop This Dancer" event to raise money for Nicole Marquez's medical bills. Photos by Kip Caven:

Let's Put an End to "The Most Segregated Hour"

Some say that the most segregated hour in America is on Sunday at 11 a.m. Because of a history of racial division, most of today's churches are predominately white, predominately black, etc. Is this the way God intended for us to worship?

Please Donate Children's Coats

The JFP's good friend, Natalie, sent the following e-mail; please help her and the children out, and spread the word far and wide:

LoungeList Photos: Firefighter's Benefit

New photos of the Jackson Firefighters Benefit for Richard Taylor-Smith event. Photos by Kip Caven:

LoungeList Photos: Fondren Unwrapped

LoungeList photog Kip Caven got some great shots during Fondren Unwrapped, the annual holiday festival on Fondren shops, restaurants and galleries, including the newly opened Duling School development:

NAMIWalks 2008 Pictures

Yes, this was back on the 8th, but I was bitten by the procrastination bug. Anyone got a flyswatter?

Body Soul Page Premieres

If you're interested in health-related issues or follow the Body&Soul column in the JFP, be sure to check out the new Body Soul page. I'll be posting new information concerning your health (physical, mental and spiritual) on that blog at least two or three times a week, and events tagged with Body Soul will also pop there there. Be sure to check back often.

I Heart This: Obama Gives Biden Birthday Cupcakes

Reminds me of our office, and I love our office. ;-) CNN Political Ticker:

Why the South Opposes the Auto Bailout

This seems obvious, but it is worth considering. This seems obvious, but it is worth considering, per Salon:

LoungeList Photos: RAIN, A Beatles Tribute

LoungeList photog Kip Caven got out to see RAIN last night and turned in this visual report. Enjoy!

Dan Rather Fights Back, and How

Hmmm, remember Rather-Gate? There may be another chapter on the way, thanks to the vigilance of Mr. Rather himself. The New York Times reports:

A Call for Sisterhood

A Call for Sisterhood

Just like the stubborn dedication of Harriette Tubman; the proud insistence of Rosa Parks; the support and strong family values of Betty Shabazz, Corretta Scott King and Merlie Evers; the blinding courage of Hillary Clinton and Eleanor Roosevelt; the spiritual acceptance of Mother Theresa; the unwavering commitment of Mary McCloud Bethune; the uncompromising commitment of Fannie Lou Hammer; the intelligent passion of Sojourner Truth; the creative beauty of Gwendolyn Brooks; the willingness to accept progression of our mothers and grandmothers before us - women are finally standing at attention and recognizing our ability to contribute to this world, this nation, this state and this city. Our female ancestors have planted an everlasting pattern to direct our journey. We need only accept and commit to its power. It's up to us to resurrect these strengths and revitalize our place in the natural order of life.

LoungeList Photos: YUPS Blue Tie Ball

Photos from last night at the University Club. (Photos by Kip Kaven):

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