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“Orange Is the New Black” author Piper Kerman’s experiences in a women’s prison have been …

OPINION: A Heroine of the Civil Rights Movement

Real change only comes to those who are open to new people and new ideas. A 6-year-old is a delightful open book, which is why segregated schools, churches and neighborhoods are such "dangers" to society.

President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which included Title IV …

EDITOR'S NOTE: Finding Community in a Calendar

It is next to impossible to spread the word about every single interesting  activity going on in Jackson in any  given week, but we are sure trying to put a dent in them with the JFP events calendar.

The Jackson Free Press calendar is always full of events at local businesses, such as …

Tina Brooks

Between her full-time job at Ross & Yerger Insurance and assisting her husband, Will Brooks, with his business, JellyDonut Studio, Tina Brooks has her hands full, but she says she finds purpose in helping others.

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Virgi Lindsay’s Rookie Year and Cautious Optimism

During an interview in her living room on July 2, Virgi Lindsay reflected on her first year as councilwoman for Ward 7, and what she hopes for the City in the future.

During her first year as councilwoman, Virgi Lindsay of Ward 7 has been outspoken about …

Plugging Kids into Mental Health

NFusion Metro is a community-based mental-health-care program primarily for ages 11 to 18 years old in the Jackson area. During the summer, counselors are doing themed weeks for their lesson time.