Local
A Tribute to Cassandra Wilson
By H Ralph Samuels, Jr., Her voice now rises softly beyond this earthly realm; fusing a smooth jazzy melody with a bluesy African hymn. She conquered the music world with a special gift of song. […]
News
National
Commentary: Love Beyond Degree – Does it boil down to a lack of ability, or is it far worse?
By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, The path is clear. Presidential candidates proclaim their positions on the issues, solidify their platform, try to convince voters they love America, and promise change – always seeking support – […]
Local
Dr. Flonzie Brown-Wright Statewide Voter Registration Day
By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, A press conference was held on the second-floor rotunda of the Mississippi Capitol Friday, August 28, 2026, at high noon. At its core was the naming of the Mississippi version […]
National
Legislative Black Caucuses from Mississippi and Tennessee Gather
By Dr. Phyllis Qualls, Guest Writer, Members of the Legislative Black Caucus from Mississippi and Tennessee joined together to present issues in their respective state legislatures. During the panel discussion the legislators stressed the importance […]
Entertainment
Curtis Nichouls – A visionary who saw Mississippi on the big screen
By Dr. Edelia J. Carthan, Contributing Writer, Mississippi filmmaker Curtis Nichouls had a vision that extended far beyond making movies. He envisioned Mississippi becoming a destination for film and television production, creating opportunities for local […]
News
The Greatest! Ten Years On…
By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, The fight ended on June 3, 2016, in Scottsdale, Arizona. No trunks, no gloves, no squared ring, no rope-a-dope – just a hospital bed, surrounded by his family. The […]
Entertainment
Michael Jackson would have turned 68. In Las Vegas, his music is filling the room again.
Black Press USA, Las Vegas turns up the music to celebrate Michael Jackson’s birthday. The lights go out, the theater goes dark, and then that unmistakable voice fills the room, even before the song begins. […]
National
Do not count on your neighbor to vote. You must vote, too.
By James B. Ewers Jr. Ed.D., President Emeritus, Teen Mentoring Committee of Ohio, We are our brother’s and sister’s keeper. That is a timeless phrase that we have heard over the years. Looking out for […]
Health
Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center’s CEO earns one of Community Health’s highest national honors
The Mississippi Link Newswire, The Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center (JHCHC) is proud to announce that it’s Chief Executive Officer Dr. Jasmin O. Chapman has received the prestigious National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) Lifetime […]
News
‘Beyond Barriers,’ is beyond amazing baseball for special needs
By Brittany Sanford-Dillard, Guest Writer, Completely geared up. Jersey on, baseball cap snug, smile plastered. What I saw when my two autistic sons suited up for their next new adventure was a glimpse of excellence […]