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[ April 15, 2026 ] Gladys Marie Johnson marks ‘Four Score’ in ageless style Local
[ April 15, 2026 ] Unforeseen consequences of a ban on Birthright Citizenship – In partnership with American Community Media – National Briefing Series National
[ April 15, 2026 ] Former Sharecropper Delen Lee remembers his mother’s love since childhood Local
[ April 8, 2026 ] Commentary: Mainstream Media shows us who they value – I can’t believe what you say, because I see what you do,” James Baldwin Local
[ April 8, 2026 ] Jackson’s Water Takeover: Control lost, questions raised, and a warning for Black cities nationwide Local

Connecting the Dots Foundation, Inc. celebrates National Women’s History Month with notable women

By Janice K. Neal-Vincent, Ph.D., Contributing Writer, There comes a time in her life when a woman must plot her own path. As she evolves – not a carbon copy of others – she comes […]

Press conference highlights calls for maximum sentences in Rankin County Goon Squad case

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By Edelia J. Carthan, Ed.D., Contributing Writer, In a stirring press conference held Monday, March 18, attorneys Trent Walker and Malik Shabazz, representing victims Michael Jenkins and Eddie Parker, called for the “stiffest of sentences” […]

Finally, a long-term contract to Richard’s Disposal: 4-3 vote prevailed over the antics and dysfunction of City Council

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, After years without a long-term solid waste collection and hauling contract, Jackson City Council voted 4-3 at Tuesday’s special meeting for the city to execute a contract with Richard’s Disposal, […]

Rankin NAACP hosts another town hall on police brutality – Call for action against Sheriff Bryan Bailey amidst Goon Squad sentencing this week

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, Fifty residents gathered at the Brandon Library, 1475 W. Government Street, from 6:30-8 p.m. on March 19, 2024, to renew the call for the removal of the Rankin County Sheriff […]

Black Press Week galvanizes advocacy, celebrates legacy and mobilizes voters

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By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent, In a stirring celebration of 197 years of unwavering advocacy, the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) convened for Black Press Week to celebrate the March 16, 1827, […]

Free Palestine rally at the Capitol – Mississippi for Palestine speaks out as two bills seek to restrict free speech

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, The United States’ support for Israel has been unwavering since its inception 75 years ago. The aid the United States provides to Israel eclipses aid to all other countries and […]

Mr. Chairman – Willie Simmons – A proven leader, learning early in life on a farm in Utica, Mississippi

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, As a proven leader, Commissioner Willie Simmons has a rich history that began on a farm in Utica, Mississippi. Sitting with him in his office on N. West Street in […]

Iconic R&B group New Edition to be inducted into NAACP Image Awards Hall of – Fame Frankie Beverly to receive Lifetime Achievement Award

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By Edelia J. Carthan, Ed.D., Editor, A monumental announcement emerged today from the NAACP and BET. The illustrious Grammy-nominated New Edition is set to be inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame at […]

Beverly Wade Hogan: A trailblazer in higher education and advocate for change

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By Edelia J. Carthan, Ed.D., Editor, As Women’s History Month unfolds, we turn our attention to remarkable Black women whose impacts have reshaped society. Dr. Beverly W. Hogan stands out as a paragon of such […]

Bloody Sunday never forgotten – 59th Anniversary Jubilee – a commemoration, more akin to a pilgrimage

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By Christopher Young Contributing Writer, Merriam-Webster says a pilgrimage is a journey of a pilgrim, especially one to a shrine or sacred place. And so it was Sunday, March 3, 2024, as thousands gathered on […]