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[ January 21, 2026 ] A Conservation with Kamala Harris in Jackson, Mississippi Local
[ January 21, 2026 ] 35th Annual Dr. M.L.K., Jr. Prayer Breakfast echoes the long, unfinished fight for social justice and equality Local
[ January 21, 2026 ] Jackson Mayor John Horhn delivers formal apology to civil rights icon Hezekiah Watkins Local
[ January 14, 2026 ] The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. National
[ January 14, 2026 ] Legislative Black Caucus opens new Session with prayer Local

Commentary: Has an American President ever looked so small?

By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, It was hard to watch. There was just a feeling from the onset that this would be another installment of – How Can This Be Happening. Just like with the […]

Statement by Senate Minority Leader Derrick T. Simmons on Senate Democratic Caucus Votes of “No” or “Present” in Special Session Budget Measures

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The Mississippi Link Newswire, As Senate Minority Leader, Mississippi State Senate, Minority Leader Derrick Simmons stated, “ I stand in full support of my colleagues in the Senate Democratic Caucus who voted “No” or “Present” […]

Joy happened at commencements for college graduates

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By James B. Ewers Jr. Ed.D., President Emeritus, Teen Mentoring Committee of Ohio, The month of May is known for blossoms and flowers. May is also known as the month for college graduations. Joy and […]

Mississippi PE teacher Jamal Roberts crowned next American Idol

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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 […]

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, […]

Commentary: The Unholy Grail of Trump 2.0 – The playbook is anything but righteous and makes us wonder if we will weather the storm

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, We see what we see on a daily basis with the United States President, reelected to the office for a second non-consecutive term. Fits and starts, upheaval, chaotic decision-making, all […]

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 […]