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Commentary: Calling all good people – If only good people in Mississippi would stand up and speak out. Their silence paralyzes us.

By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, Each day here in Mississippi we see realities that just cannot be unseen. Jarring examples of injustice and inequity are just the norm here. Not that Mississippi is alone, per […]

Grandparents Really Do Matter 3rd Annual Luncheon fosters love, hope and encouragement in Jackson community

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By Janice K. Neal-Vincent, Ph.D., Contributing Writer, Friends and members of the Jackson community assembled at Fresh Start Christian Church for Grandparents Really Do Matter 3rd Annual Luncheon Thursday, August 22, from 11:00 a.m. to […]

Fusion Coffeehouse pays tribute to jazz icon Billie Holiday with songs, music and biography

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By Janice K. Neal-Vincent, Ph.D., Contributing Writer, The iconic jazz singer, Billie Holiday (nicknamed “Lady Day” by her music partner, Lester Young), has stood out among many in the world of music since the beginning […]

Leading democratic women excoriate Trump during fiery DNC speeches

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By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent, At the Democratic National Convention, a cadre of leading Democratic women took the stage, unleashing a barrage of critiques against Donald Trump and J.D. Vance, framed by […]

Commentary: Dem lovefest in Chicago – a sharp contrast to GOP hate rally in Milwaukee

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By Keith Boykin, Author, TV and Film Producer, From the moment it started, the happy, hopeful Democratic Convention provided a stark contrast to the dark, divisive message of the Republican Party last month. While the […]

Former Councilwoman Angelique Lee pleads guilty to bribery

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By Edelia J. Carthan, Ed.D., Contributing Writer, Former Jackson Ward 2 Councilwoman Angelique Lee pled guilty Wednesday in federal court to a charge of conspiracy to commit bribery, following a sweeping investigation that revealed her […]

SPLC 2023 Report and Road to 60 Summit in Jackson – Southern Poverty Law Center: Trusted watchdog and change agent for justice on the front lines

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, Since 1971, Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has been a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional […]

Kamala Harris: A lifelong commitment to justice and opportunity

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By Edelia J. Carthan, Ed.D., Contributing Writer, Vice President Kamala Harris has spent her entire career fighting for the people, driven by a passion for justice that took root in her childhood. Born to parents […]

Boss Lady Economic Planning, former NFL player Archie Manning, and the Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi continue to help Rolling Fork, Mississippi tornado victims; this time by becoming first-time homeowners

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The Mississippi Link Newswire, A commitment to help families in Rolling Fork, Mississippi is being fulfilled by turning storm victim renters into first time homeowners. Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi is assisting Nonprofit Boss Lady […]

Local athlete’s back-to-school vision positively impacts rural students

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By Gail H.M. Brown, Ph.D., Contributing Writer, Rural students in Holmes County recently returned to school with a supply boost, thanks to a community athlete. On July 27, the Acona Volunteer Fire Station and Community […]