The Mississippi Link Newswire
Gary K. Reed, branch manager in the Small Business Administration (SBA) Gulfport office since 2011 has been selected as the new deputy district director for the U.S. SBA in Mississippi. As deputy district director, Reed will be second in command and responsible for supervising the activities of 12 employees in the Mississippi District located in Jackson and Gulfport branch offices…. […]
By Peggy Hampton
Special to The Mississippi Link
Healthy homes build healthy communities. That’s why four major health care institutions in the Metro Jackson area are joining together to build a healthy home for a local family.
This is the first time health care institutions in the area have collaborated to build a Habitat for Humanity/Metro Jackson home…. […]
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…. […]
“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…. […]
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…. […]
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…. […]
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….. […]
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…. […]
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…. […]
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…. […]
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