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Creative Class Rising

This story was the cover of the first Jackson Free Press on Sept. 22, 2002.

Tougaloo President's Statement on Loss of Civil Rights Museum

In 2009, Beverly Hogan responded to the notion that Tougaloo College wasn't able to raise money to build a civil rights museum there.

Abortion Clinic Remains Open

Rep. Sam Mims says his clinic bill isn't about politics, but about protecting women.

Ceara's Season: Family Supports Lesbian Teen

This 2009 cover story shows how supportive lesbian teen Ceara Sturgis' family was to her challenge to homophobia at her school.

Jonathan Lee Hopes to Unseat Johnson

Lee's interview is the first in JFP's series with 2013 Jackson mayor candidates. They will be posted at jfp.ms/mayorsrace as the campaign progresses.

Click for List of JFP Chick Ball Donations

The JFP Chick Ball silent auction is stylish, funky and, yes, has great stuff for men, too!

Ending the Silence on Sexual Assault

Ronni Mott explores the code of silence around sexual assault—a code that must be broken.

8th Annual JFP Chick Ball to Fund Rape Crisis Center

The 8th Annual JFP Chick Ball has girl bands, art, magic, tango, men of character, dancing divas and so much more! Oh, and there's a photo booth

Is Nissan Worth It For Taxpayers?

R.L. Nave looks at the numbers to figure out if taxpayers are getting a good deal on Nissan.

Yes, It Was That Bad

JFP Editor Donna Ladd goes public with the story of being raped as a teenager.

Running to Reconnect

Nothing can compare to the cathartic release provided by running.

The Right Fuel for Running

Running requires a special diet. One Jackson runner shares her plan.

Entry Plan Highlights

Dr. Cedrick Gray's entry plan focuses on engaging the following three groups (JPS's Board of Trustees & superintendent's staff, Community leaders, Legislative (city & state) members with parents, and school staff.)

Current Hurricane Info

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Where Voter ID Stands In Mississippi

Voter ID is facing a bumpy road to reality in Mississippi. Here's why.

Factchecking Paul Ryan's Convention Speech

GOP vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan drew more attention for what was false in his acceptance speech than what was true.

Factchecking Mitt Romney's Acceptance Speech

The Associated Press factchecks Romney's GOP acceptance speech, finding fewer untruths than in Paul Ryan's.

Rep. Ryan Admits His Marathon Claim Wasn't True

The week before the GOP Convention, Rep. Paul Ryan told a radio show that he had run marathons in less than three hours. It wasn't true.

Where Voter ID Stands in Mississippi

The status, as of August 2012, of voter ID Mississippi and a roundup of potential problems.

Status of Voter ID Law in Mississippi

As of August 2012, where Mississippi voter ID law stands, and its potential problems.

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