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[ May 21, 2025 ] Mississippi PE teacher Jamal Roberts crowned next American Idol Local
[ May 21, 2025 ] Black’s Chapel Baptist Church celebrates Men & Women’s Day – Theme: “The Right Place at the Right Time” Local
[ May 21, 2025 ] Rankin Supervisor Gaines asked to apologize and resign Local
[ May 14, 2025 ] Commentary: Why does the IHL board continue to dictate in the JSU presidential search process: Protest rallying time is long overdue Local
[ May 14, 2025 ] Jackson mayoral candidates outline visions for restoring city services Local

Mississippi PE teacher Jamal Roberts crowned next American Idol

By Edelia J. Carthan, Ed.D., Contributing Writer, Mississippi’s own Jamal Roberts, a physical education teacher from Meridian, has captured the nation’s attention after winning Season 23 of American Idol. Roberts drew a massive crowd of […]

Black’s Chapel Baptist Church celebrates Men & Women’s Day – Theme: “The Right Place at the Right Time”

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Special to The Mississippi Link, “The Right Place at the Right Time” was the theme for Black’s Chapel Men and Women’s Day Program, held Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. The church, pastored by […]

Rankin Supervisor Gaines asked to apologize and resign

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, A lot goes on at the Rankin County Courthouse Annex. It is listed as the Central Government Office in Brandon and is home to the Rankin County Board of Supervisors […]

Commentary: Why does the IHL board continue to dictate in the JSU presidential search process: Protest rallying time is long overdue

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By Janice K. Neal-Vincent, Ph.D., Contributing Writer, In the state of Mississippi, the governor chooses the IHL board members who are confirmed by the Mississippi Senate. Serving nine-year terms, the 12 board members represent the […]

Jackson mayoral candidates outline visions for restoring city services

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By Edelia J. Carthan, Ed.D., Contributing Writer, Four candidates hoping to become Jackson’s next mayor laid out their platforms Tuesday night at the 2025 City of Jackson Mayoral Forum, where they offered competing strategies to […]

NAACP Calls for Resignation of Rankin Supervisor – At a Prayer Breakfast, Supervisor Gaines demeans victims of racist attack by white law enforcement

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, With the endorsement of the Mississippi State Conference of the NAACP and the National Office, Rankin County NAACP President Angela English conducted a press conference on Friday, May 10, 2025, […]

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett inspires Tougaloo graduates with message of purpose and perseverance – Delivers keynote address and receives honorary degree

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By Edelia J. Carthan, Ed.D., Contributing Writer, The sun rose over the campus green as the sound of African drums echoed across Tougaloo College—announcing not just a graduation, but a celebration of legacy, resilience, and […]

A Humble Difference Maker – State Representative Bob Evans The only white Democrat in Mississippi’s House sits down with The Mississippi Link newspaper

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, Having the privilege to meet with State Representative Bob Evans (D-91, Covington, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence, Simpson) in an anteroom at the Capitol, on April 25, 2025, it was made very […]

John Horhn leads Jackson mayoral race ahead of June 3 runoff

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By Edelia “Dr. Jay” Carthan, Contributing Writer, State Senator John Horhn decisively claimed the Democratic nomination in Jackson’s mayoral primary Tuesday, earning 75% of the vote and positioning himself as the frontrunner in the upcoming […]

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett to headline Tougaloo College’s All-Star 2025 Commencement, Rev. Cassius L. Rudolph to deliver Baccalaureate address

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The Mississippi Link Newswire, Tougaloo College is rolling out the red carpet for Commencement 2025, announcing a powerhouse lineup of speakers who are transforming politics, faith, and social justice on the national stage. The Honorable […]