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  • [ May 27, 2026 ] Day of Action for Voting Rights – Evening Strategy Session at Mt. Helm Local
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A voice for justice: honoring Jaribu Hill during Women’s History Month

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By Edelia “Dr. Jay” Carthan, Contributing Writer, For decades, Jaribu Hill has stood where justice is most contested, on the front lines. A civil and human rights attorney, author, and international spokesperson, Hill has built […]

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Civil rights veteran John Perkins, who preached racial reconciliation, dead at 95

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By Jerry Mitchell, Mississippi Today, Pioneering pastor and civil rights leader John Perkins left the world Friday, but his family and friends say his light will long remain. “He will always be remembered as one […]

Entertainment

Michael B. Jordan wins the Oscar and shouts out Denzel Washington, Halle Berry and more: ‘I stand here because of the people who came before me’

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By Rebecca Rubin, Variety, Michael B. Jordan has won the first Oscar of his career, taking home the lead actor statue for playing twin brothers Smoke and Stack in the supernatural thriller “Sinners.” His victory makes him […]

Education

Alcorn alumnus Corey Wiggins named president of Tougaloo College

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The Mississippi Link Newswire, Dr. Corey Wiggins, a Hazlehurst, Mississippi native and Alcorn State University alumnus, has been named the 15th president of  Tougaloo College. He will begin July 1, succeeding Dr. Donzell Lee following a national […]

National

Commentary: 61st Anniversary of Selma’s Bloody Sunday comes in more dark times – Thousands gather on the Edmund Pettus Bridge with Voting Rights again hanging in the balance

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, Leading up to the capstone event of the 61st Bridge Crossing Jubilee weekend, there had been four days packed with solemn remembrances, prayer, education, training, singing, mock-trials, roundtables, and various-themed […]

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A Celebration of Life – The Life and Enduring Legacy of Dr. Elayne Hayes-Anthony

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Sunrise, August 3, 1952 – Sunset, March 5, 2026.  Dr. Elayne Hayes Anthony was born on August 3, 1952, in Jackson, Mississippi, the youngest child of Johnny and Texanne Hayes who proceeded her in death. […]

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Election Results: Mississippi voters show confidence in experience and new leadership

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By Othor Cain, Contributing Writer, Mississippi voters delivered decisive results in the Democratic primaries, Tuesday, March 10, signaling both strong support for experienced leadership and enthusiasm for new voices heading into the November general election. […]

National

What makes us laugh in dark times–humor as an antidote to fear – In partnership with American Community Media – National Briefing Series

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, In moments of uncertainty, comedy and satire help communities process fear, challenge power, and find connection. Humor is deeply empowering. It gives us agency in the face of anxiety and […]

Local

Commentary: St. Thomas Community Association Meeting

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, The St. Thomas Community voted at their March 3, 2025, meeting at St. Thomas MB Church to hold quarterly meetings from here on out, in an effort to hold elected […]

Local

Jackson’s new police chief’s salary still a concern

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By Othor Cain, Contributing Writer, A simmering power struggle between the Jackson City Council and Mayor John Horhn has come to a head, not over qualifications, but over dollars and process. In a 6–1 vote, […]

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