November 2023 – The Mississippi Link

New wrinkle in the Jackson trash saga – Richard’s asks Hinds County Circuit Court to block new RFP until pending suit is settled

By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, The phrase – here we go again – alerts us all to buckle up and be prepared for a repeat of something we have already endured. Hearing those words typically […]

Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes holds press conference against IHL Board on JSU presidential hiring

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By Janice K. Neal-Vincent, Ph.D., Contributing Writer, Ward 3 Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes lashed out against the Institutions of Higher Learning Board in a press conference which he called on the Jackson State University […]

Biden’s dance with the Black Press: A forgotten rhythm?

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By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent, With his campaign flailing, then-presidential candidate Joe Biden knew his fate hinged on African Americans. Like many successful campaigns, political and otherwise, Biden looked to the Trusted […]

Commentary: Hatred and greed fuel Voting Rights Act challenges – Oppressive forces are gathering once again intent on further weakening the Voting Rights Act

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, The preamble to the US Constitution says: “We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the […]

Proper respect for Dexter Wade and family at last – A celebration of life featuring Rev. Al Sharpton and proper burial at Cedarwood Memorial Park

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, Hundreds gathered at New Horizon Church International Monday, November 20, 2023, for Dexter Alex Wade’s homegoing celebration. The church is located at 1770 Ellis Avenue, Jackson, MS. Scores of family […]

Local churches and organizations are pipelines for needed Thanksgiving foods – Food boxes & turkey giveaways, a must-have for many

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By Gail H.M. Brown, Ph.D., Contributing Writer, According to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF), the cost of the Thanksgiving dinner this year is down by a 4.5% decrease from last year’s record-high dinner average […]

Commentary: Thompson appointed 13th president of Jackson State University

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By Janice K. Neal-Vincent, Ph.D., Contributing Writer, The Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning voted to name Dr. Marcus L. Thompson as president of Jackson State University during its meeting held Thursday, […]

Commentary: Here we go again with Jackson trash collection – Just seven months ago we had seventeen days of trash on our streets

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, The Request for Proposals (RFP) for six years of solid waste collection services in Jackson has been issued and published, yet again, on November 16, 2023. Taking a look back: […]

COMMENTARY: Where do the children play? – Society continues to evolve – so does gun ownership and deaths by firearms

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, In the last 250 years American society has surely evolved. We have transformed in many areas. When we take a step back for a moment, it’s easy to see. We […]

District 5 Veterans of Foreign Wars celebrating the nation’s veterans

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By Janice K. Neal-Vincent, Ph.D., Contributing Writer, “I do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic.” Answering the call to serve our […]