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JRA Meets Behind Closed Doors
The monthly meeting of the Jackson Redevelopment Authority was uneventful Wednesday morning, at least in the portion of the meeting open to the public. For the first hour of the meeting, which began at 10 a.m., board members discussed issues it has had in regards to Union Station, including repeated …
ZAPP Collecting Letters of Support for Zoo
An email distributed by former mayoral candidate Jonathan Lee and his "Friday Forum" group, which meets every Friday morning at Koinonia Coffee House, is asking for letters of support for the Jackson Zoo. The Jackson Zoological Park's accreditation is up for review later this month, and the Community Outreach Committee …
Park-N-Ride to the JSU Game
Leave your parking and traffic worries behind and let Jackson's JATRAN do the driving.
Bryant to Troops: No Being Gay on State Property
It's not that Gov. Phil Bryant has a problem with gay people. In fact, he might tell even tell you that he knows some gay people. He just doesn't want it done on state property. This week, for the first time same-sex-loving people could apply for federal benefits under a …
Gain an Understanding of Race
Are you interested in understanding how race and other forms of diversity affect all of us?
Public Hearing Tonight at City Hall
The Jackson City Council will hold a public hearing on the subject of Chokwe Lumumba's proposed budget at 6 p.m. tonight in council chambers at City Hall. The meeting follows a 4 p.m. meeting of the council's Budget Committee, chaired by former City Council President Tony Yarber (Ward 6). All …
Drink Up, the Brown Water's Fine
If after working out in the sweltering sun all day today, and you turned on your faucet for a cool drink only to get a glass full of brown of liquid, don't worry. It's just a little "discoloration." The city sent out a discolored water alert today after "experiencing a …
La. Parish Council Rejects 'One Lake'
The chorus of opposition among environmental advocates and downriver residents against a flood-control lake project is growing louder. Thursday night, the St. Tammany Parish, La., council passed a resolution opposing a plan proffered by groups with ties to petroleum businessman John McGowan. Known locally as "One Lake," the flood-control plan …
Mississippi College Set to Rejoin Divison II
The Mississippi College Athletic Department was proud to announce earlier today the National Collegiate Athletic Association has granted the school permission to rejoin Division II. The JFP received this press release just before noon: Mississippi College can now move forward to become an NCAA Division II member and rejoin the …
Jackson Job Fair Sept. 25
If you're looking for work or you're ready for a change, it's time to polish your resume.
Jackson to Host Another Town Hall Meeting
The city of Jackson will host a town hall meeting to discuss and answer questions the public may have regarding the proposed water and sewer upgrades. The next Town Hall Meeting will take place in Ward 3 on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 6:30 p.m. at Progressive Missionary Baptist Church at …
Beer Fridge #1: Devil's Harvest Extra Pale Ale
Todd reviews Devil's Harvest Pale Ale, a brew by Southern Prohibition and a staple in the JFP Beer Fridge.
James Shearer, JSU Student, Mourned; Vigil Planned
Jackson State University has announced plans for a vigil for a student who died over the weekend. James Shearer, a senior political science major, died the morning of Sept. 8. He was a member of the Mississippi Army National Guard and was active in the Student Government Association, JSU’s Army …
Trustmark at Baptist Grand Opening Tomorrow
The City of Jackson is proud to announce the grand opening of Trustmark Bank at the Baptist Healthcare Complex is set for Thursday, Sept. 12 at 11 a.m. The city sent out a press release Wednesday morning announcing the event.
Jackson Launches New Web Site
The city of Jackson has relaunched an updated version of JacksonMS.gov, the city's official web site. The revamped site is more aesthetically pleasing, and features easy-to-follow links to basic information about the city. Another re-vamped feature is video of the city council meetings, which had been spotty in the past. …
With Jackson Budget OK, Zoo Hopes to Reverse Accreditation Denial
With this morning's approval of a city budget, Jackson Zoo officials are hoping to reverse the recent decision to deny the park accreditation. On Sept. 8, an Association of Zoo and Aquariums (AZA) committee denied renewal of the Jackson Zoo's accreditation citing "concerns of the zoo's financial stability at the …
Graduation Matters Job Fair Set for Sept. 25
Job seekers and students will receive a helping hand as Mayor Chokwe Lumumba and the city of Jackson host the Third Annual Jobs for Jacksonians Job Fair: Graduation Matters on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at Metrocenter Mall. Jacksonians who are seeking employment are urged to attend to discuss employment opportunities with …