All results / Entries / tstauffer
Jackson Mayor: 'We Will Not Discriminate'
Jackson Mayor Tony Yarber issues a statement this evening in the wake of the passage of HB 1523 and city council action.
Corporate CEOs Call on Bryant, GOP Leaders to Repeal HB 1523
The Human Rights Commission has releases a statement that includes an open letter to Governor Phil Bryant, Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves and Speaker Philip Gunn, calling on them to repeal HB 1523.
Crossroads Film Society Issues Statement on HB 1523
(Verbatim) Statement from the Crossroads Film Society Board: It is ironic that on the heels of our very diverse, inclusive, and kind-hearted film festival, those of us who cherish open dialogue and respect the contributions we each make to our State find ourselves at another kind of crossroad. Recent and …
JXN Trailblazers - New 'Museum Trail' Video
The JXN Trailblazers is a group dedicated to encouraging and promoting the building a multi-use trail from the Farmers' Market in downtown Jackson to the Lefleur's museum district centered at Lakeland Drive just east of I-55.
JPS Adopts LGBT-Inclusive Employment Policy
The Human Rights Campaign issued a statement praising the Jackson Public School District for voting unanimously to extend workplace protections to gay, lesbian and transgender employees.
Zoo Blues Goes Forward Despite the Weather
Despite overcast skies, Zoo Blues appears to be getting a reprieve and the folks at the Jackson Zoo say the show will go on.
VIDEO: One on One With Chief Vance
In May 2016, Donna Ladd sat down with JPD Chief of Police Lee Vance to discuss crime, youth violence, and creative solutions.
John Oliver Starts Miss. Company; Buys and Forgives $15m in Medical Debt
In a segment highlighting how easy it is to buy up old medical debt and learn about the patients who have it, John Oliver on his show "Last Week Tonight" put together a shell company to do just that.
JFP Wins 'Best in Division' in 66th Annual Green Eyeshade Awards
Members of the JFP's editorial and design staff have won numerous honors in the 66th Annual Green Eyeshade award, including our first ever "Best in Division" award, receiving the top honor among all non-daily print publications in the contest.
Supreme Court Upholds Race-Aware Admissions
In a 4-3 vote today the Supreme Court upheld the University of Texas' admissions policy that takes into account the race or ethnicity of applicants who aren't automatically admitted under the school's "10 Percent" rule. (The top percentage of all Texas high school graduates are automatically qualified for admittance; it's …
Verbatim Statement by Attorney General Jim Hood on HB 1523
After careful review of the law, and the social and fiscal impacts of HB 1523, I have decided not to appeal the Federal Court's injunction in this case against me. I am convinced that continuing this divisive and expensive litigation is not in the best interests of the state of Mississippi or its taxpayers.
Jackson Launching New Water Bill Portal Aug 1
Verbatim release: City of Jackson Launches Self-Service Portal for Water Customers The City of Jackson will launch the new customer self-service portal on Monday, Aug. 1, providing convenience and useful information to the City’s water customers. The portal allows water customers to pay bills online, view account balances and copies …
Town Hall with Dr. Kai Smith
In July, the JFP held a town hall meeting at Millsaps College with featured guest Kai Smith.
Mississippi Craft Brewers and Mississippi Beer Distributors Agree on On-Premises Sales Bill
Jackson, Mississippi – On June 22, 2016, the Mississippi Brewers Guild and the Mississippi Beer Distributors Association held a joint meeting to discuss the state of the craft beer industry in Mississippi and agree on an on-premises sales bill for the 2017 Mississippi Legislative Session.
Watch Marvel's Doctor Strange Premiere Live
Marvel's Doctor Strange is coming to the big screen, beginning with a premiere in Hollywood. Watch the AP stream live here.
City Announces Sewer Line Repair on Woodrow Wilson
Beginning Monday, Oct. 24, construction crews will begin work to replace a failing section of sewer line that runs under the intersection of Woodrow Wilson Avenue and Bailey Avenue Ext. Due to the location of the sewer line directly beneath the middle of the intersection, construction crews will replace the line in three phases to keep Woodrow Wilson Avenue open at all times. However, there will be lane closures on Woodrow Wilson Avenue and Bailey Avenue Ext and turn restrictions and some detours for Bailey Avenue Ext.
Board of Trustees Accepts Resignation from President of Jackson State University
Commissioner of Higher Education Dr. Glenn Boyce, on behalf of the Board of Trustees, has accepted a letter of resignation from Dr. Carolyn Meyers, President of Jackson State University. The resignation is effective November 1.
Boil Water Notice for Eastover Streets
The City of Jackson ordered a precautionary boil-water notice for some streets in Eastover affected by low water pressure.
Elizabeth Warren's Message to Supporters
In a long e-mail to supporters, Elizabeth Warren outlined the positions that Democrats will stake out in opposition to and in support of potential policies put forth by a President Trump.
NSA Chief: 'Nation State' Interfered in U.S. Election
The National Security Administration isn't big on public statements, so this one by Admiral Michael Rogers, the NSA's current chief, is raising some eyebrows.