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300 Mississippi girls to enter SEEK – a free Summer Engineering Experience for Kids

By Ayesha K. Mustafaa

Editor

Females only – third and fifth graders, students of color, from Jackson Public Schools and surrounding area have a friend in the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE).

While the NSBE acknowledges that a significant disparity persists in the STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics – participation rates among African Americans, it has not taken this bleak assessment lying down…. […]

The Black Press and the Black Pulpit

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“Pleading the cause for black America”

NNPA Newswire

With a history of 186 years, the Black Press continues to carry the torch to “Plead the Cause” of Black America. Members of The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) also known as “The Black Press of America” celebrated its annual Black Press Week in the Nation’s Capital…. […]

Mississippi Alliance for Fairness at Nissan welcomes Brazilian trade unionists

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By Artaymis Ma’at

Contributing Writer

Brazilian trade unionists were welcomed at a reception hosted by Congressman Bennie Thompson at Rosemont Missionary Baptist Church in support of the Mississippi Alliance for Fairness at Nissan (MAFFAN), held Sunday night, March 17, 2013. Pastor Jimmie L. Edwards opened the meeting with a warm welcome…. […]

Lockheed Martin conducts fifth annual Information Technology Day

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Company to host educational talks, hands-on expo, STEM bowl and local job fair

The Mississippi Link Newswire
JACKSON, Miss – Lockheed Martin is hosting the fifth annual Information Technology (IT) Day on Friday, March 22 at the Jackson Convention Complex to increase IT education and awareness, as well as to encourage networking and collaboration in industry, academia and the community. The day-long event is free of charge and is open to the public. Lockheed Martin will also be on-site recruiting for jobs in the Mississippi area at the event…. […]

“Embracing Our Legacy: Reflections of Sisterhood through Timeless Service”

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By Tonya Parker

and Ayesha K. Mustafaa

Special to The Mississippi Link

The theme for celebration of the 105th Founders’ Day of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated Chapters was “Embracing Our Legacy: Reflections of Sisterhood Through Timeless Service.”

The women who make up the chapters celebrated the rich legacy of Alpha Kappa Alpha and its continued dedication to service in the community, also serving as a reflection of why “Women’s History Month” is observed….. […]

Rev. Ozie Wattleton celebrating 80 years in Ministry

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By Ayesha K. Mustafaa

Editor

On Sunday, March 10, The Crossroads Church of God celebrated the anniversary of 80 years of ministry for Rev. Ozie G. Wattleton, who began preaching at the age of 17 in Farmhaven, Miss., where she has retired.

“I grew up in and under the Word of God and never veered from it,” said Wattleton. And at the age of 97, she delivered what she called her last sermon titled “Tell Them….” Sunday, March 10…. […]

VolunteerMississippi rally showcases AmeriCorp members and alumni at State Capitol

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By Ayesha K. Mustafaa

Editor

As many students march off to relax during spring break, other high school and college students joined VolunteerMississippi as it hosted AmeriCorp alumni and current members at the State Capitol, Tuesday, March 12, to share their stories of service to others.

VolunteerMississippi executive director W. David Mallery was joined by Sen. Hillman Frazier (D) to discuss the valuable on-the-job experience AmeriCorps Works members receive, as they “fill unmet needs in Mississippi communities,” explained Mallery…. […]

Jump starting the Jackson mayoral race

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By Artaymis Ma’at

Special to The Mississippi Link

The People’s Assembly Task Force did not hesitate to jump start the first public forum for who’s the best person to serve the people as mayor of Jackson. The forum took place Saturday, March 9, 2013, at Word and Worship Church, 6286 Hanging Moss Rd.

Eight mayoral candidates – six Democrats and two Independents – seized the opportunity to showcase their credentials.

Incumbent Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr.’s campaign manager attended on his behalf. Frank Bluntson, Audrey Nichols, Robert Amos and Charles Taylor Sr. were not in attendance. Also qualifying as a candidate is Victoria Jacobs. There are now 14 candidates…. […]

Lowe’s ‘Community Impact Grant’ benefits MidCity/Georgetown homeowners

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By Jackie Hampton

Publisher

Robert Williams, a 59-year-old disabled truck driver, is pleased that his home on Wood Street will be one of 21 that will receive major repairs as a result of a matching grant awarded to Habitat for Humanity/Metro Jackson (HFH/MJ).

Last fall, HFH/MJ was among nine affiliates nationwide invited to apply for one of four major Community Impact Grants from Lowes. On Friday, March 1, at a media event at Jaycee Park on Bailey Avenue, officials from Lowe’s announced…. […]

Sollie Norwood sworn in to Senate District 28 seat

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By Laura Tillman

Associated Press

Democrat Sollie Norwood was sworn in Monday, March 4, 2013 as the newest member of the Mississippi Senate. Norwood, 60, is a former member of the Jackson School Board.

He defeated former Jackson city councilman Marshand Crisler in a special election runoff to represent Senate District 28, which is entirely in Hinds County…. […]