Monday, May 29, 2023

Jailbreak!

 Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones issued the following statement and mug shots. 

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Merry Christmas from the Mississippi Highway Patrol

Never let it be said the Mississippi Highway Patrol doesn't hand out switches and coals for Christmas.  Check out this arrest in Marshall County on Christmas Eve last year. 

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UMMC Graduates Over 900 Students Last Week

 The University of Mississippi Medical Center issued the following press release. 

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Sunday, May 28, 2023

Thieves Strike Out in Madison

 The Madison Police Department issued the following statement. 

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The Unforgiving Hub

The spokes are strong, the wheel turns as it should, but how far will the bicycle go if the hub is weak? Tis the question the late Dr. Frank Pollard asked in the 1995 sermon posted below as he used the parable of the rich fool to illustrate how money corrupts the hub as it destroys yet another life.   Enjoy the brief sermon as Dr. Pollard could say more in 15 minutes than many preachers say in 50 minutes (or more).  

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Bill Crawford: PEER Report on PERS More Bold Than Usual

 You probably missed the Mississippi Legislature’s PEER Committee report on the Mississippi Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). Most of these annual discourses have been worth missing. But PEER’s FY 2022 report issued May 18th was a little more bold than usual.

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Saturday, May 27, 2023

Briarwood 1 Battle to End in a Bang

 The Battle over the Briarwood 1 building will end in a total demolition of the Briardwood Drive landmark.  

 

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D.L. Gardner: Corruption is not a Crime Under THE LAW

 Special Counsel John H. Durham submitted “Report on Matters Related to Intelligence Activities and Investigations Arising Out of the 2016 Presidential Campaigns” last week.

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Friday, May 26, 2023

Jason Returns!

 No, not that Jason.  Jason's Deli will return tonthe Jackson area. JJ learned the local favorite will set up shop in the old Corner Bakery site on Grandview Boulevard in Madison.  

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Video Shows JPD Cops Tasing Murriel to Death (Allegedly)

Bodycam video shows Jackson police officers repeatedly tasing Keith Murriel until he died.  A Hinds County grand jury indicted former officers Kenya McCarty and James Land for second-degree murder and Avery Willis for manslaughter in Murriel's death.  McCarty's bodycam video is posted below. 

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Now There are Two (Updated)

Update: Mississippi Democratic Party files notice of appeal. 


Political troublemaker Bob Hickingbottom pulled it off.  Special Circuit Judge Forrest Johnson just placed Mr. Hickingbottom back on the Mississippi Gubernatorial Democratic ballot.  The Mississippi Democratic Party refused to accept his candidacy so Hickeydoo went to court to get his way.  

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Memories of Salad Dressings

Do you remember the Jackson location for Steak and Ale? They were on the I-55 N frontage road, beside Blackwell Chevy, probably where the (now closed) Luby’s and Fuddruckers building is. During their time, I must have eaten at Steak and Ale 100 times. Back then, I had a boss from Chicago who was in residence in Jackson for several years during a start-up. He loved the place, and we would do business dinners, sometimes twice a week, because his wife refused to leave Lincoln Park for J-Town and he hated to cook in an empty house.

Thousand Island Dressing

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Progress!

Hinds County is actually moving closer to getting a new jail.  Sheriff Tyree Jones posted the following statement and photos on Facebook: 

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

Chapitos Indictments Show Drug War Futility

Christina Dent penned this guest column.  She is the Founder & President of End It For Good, a Mississippi-based nonprofit inviting people to support approaches to drugs that prioritize life and the opportunity to thrive. She lives with her husband and sons in Ridgeland.

The recent indictment of El Chapo’s sons for their role in drug trafficking, money laundering, and violent crimes, highlights one more time what US drug policy has illustrated for decades. When the market for a popular drug is forced underground, all hell breaks loose.

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Oops!

 Meanwhile, over at WJTV's Youtube page.....

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Indicted!

The indictments for former JPD officers Kenya McCarty and James Land are posted below.  The indictments state: 

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Jimbo Gets Justice

Justice won yesterday in Desoto County as a MHP trooper's vendetta against a citizen came to naught. Special Justice Court Judge dismissed speeding, careless driving, and of course, disorderly conduct charges against James "Jimbo" Fischer in Desoto County Justice Court yesterday.    

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Couple Pleads Guilty to $2 Million V.A. Fraud

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Former JPD Officers Indicted

 A Hinds County grand jury indicted three former Jackson police officers for second degree murder and manslaughter in the death of Keith Murriel. 

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Is the Mississippi Hospital Association Imploding?

 Is it a coincidence several hospitals are leaving the Mississippi Hospital Association after the organization made a $250,000 donation to Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Brandon Presley? The Magnolia Tribune reported:

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Mississippi Momentum!

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Robert St. John: Chicago!

 CHICAGO— I have been coming to this city almost every May for the past 35 years. This time of year is a perfect time to be in Chicago because the weather is brisk, the throng of summer vacationers have yet to arrive, and the restaurants and bars are jamming. The reason they’re so busy is because the National Restaurant Association’s annual trade show and conference is in town. The show brings around 65,000 restaurateurs to the city each year to peruse through the 700,000 square feet of convention center space dedicated to everything that has anything to do with the restaurant business. 

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Better Late Than Never, Right.

 The victims of the Brecon Drive armed robbery last week claimed on social media it took JPD over a half hour to show up after they called 911.  911 call logs indeed verify their claim.  

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Sid Salter: He Understood & Believed in Bipartisanship, the Duty to Govern

  Like most Mississippians, I was deeply saddened to learn of the tragic death of Johnny Morgan of Oxford in a plane crash in Arkansas. Morgan – a larger-than-life presence personally and politically – died May 17 while piloting his twin-engine Beech King Air E-90 aircraft near Fayetteville, Ark.

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Cummins Indicted for Parade Homicides

 A Hinds County grand jury indicted Jordan Cummins for two counts of first degree murder in the deaths of Josh Spann and Auden "Jubilee" Simpkins on March 25, 2023.  The indictment states:

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Manufacturers Endorse Gilbert

The Mississippi Manufacturers Association Political Action Committee (MMA PAC), which represents manufacturers across the state, endorsed Delbert Hosemann in his bid for re-election for Lt. Governor today. MMA President and Chief Executive Officer John McKay said Hosemann’s record on workforce development and his advocacy for pro-business legislation earned their continued support. 

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Volunteer Steals Brandon Band Funds

 Rankin County Sheriff Bryan Bailey issued the following statement. 

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Move Over, San Francisco, We Coming

 The city of Jackson finally beat San Francisco in something although it was not cuisine.  Oh well, beggars can't be choosers.  The San Francisco Standard reported: 

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"Don't Look, Marion!!!"

 Raiders of the Lost Ark, yes, Raiders of the Lost Ark is returning to the Jackson area in two weeks.  Whether reliving the childhood or exposing the kids to something new, the movie is fun for everyone.  Reserved seats are available on Fandango. 

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Funny: Mexican President Says no Fentanyl Production in Mexico

Baghdad Bob, move over.  Mexican President Lopez Obrador  claims fentanyl is not produced in Mexico.  President Obrador peddled the fiction after a federal grand jury indicted 28 members of the Sinaloa Cartel for fentanyl trafficking and other crimes in April. CBS News reported

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Female Inmates Become Ministers

The Mississippi Department of Corrections issued the following press release.  


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Monday, May 22, 2023

Another One Bites the Dust

 The Jackson Cracker Barrel is now closed.  

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Brecon Hoods Still at Large

 The suspects in the Brecon Drive armed robbery last week are still at large but JJ has been able to obtain some information on the suspects.  

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Mayor Holds Press Conference

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba is holding his weekly press conference right now.  The presser is streamed below. 

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The Ever-Shrinking JPD

 JPD keeps on shrinking despite the city's best efforts to hide that little fact.  WLBT reported last week: 

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3rd Grade Reading Scores Rise

Pearl, Canton, JPS Gain, Clinton Declines 

The Mississippi Department of Education issued the following statement. 

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Feed 'Em to the Tigers

 A federal indictment provides a window in the world of terror that belongs to the Mexican drug cartels.  El Chapo might be behind bars but his little Chapitos are anything but little as they terrorize Mexico and parts of America with their control of the fentanyl drug trade.  

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Sunday, May 21, 2023

The Three Men on the Bench

 What is faith? It's a question asked by many while bedeviling many through the ages.  Quoting Hebrews 1:1-6, the late Dr. Frank Pollard preached faith is a combination of intellect, emotion, and will in the 1993 sermons posted below. 

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Bill Crawford: Frequent, Abrupt Presidential Changes Cast Spotlight on IHL Board

 What’s Driving Presidential Turnover in Mississippi?” read Inside Higher Ed’s headline last week. “Four presidents have left Mississippi’s eight public institutions since last June, with little explanation,” began the article.

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Judge Broome, Rest in Peace

 Rankin County Court Judge Tom Broome passed away this morning. 

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Saturday, May 20, 2023

Saturday Night Cinema

 Looking for something good to watch this weekend? Check out this dirty dozen of movies streamed on Youtube for, dare we say it?, Free!

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HB #1020 Foes to Court: Hurry Up

 The opponents of HB #1020 may have struck out in Hinds County Chancery Court but want another turn at bat and want it now.   Attorney Cliff Johnson and crew filed an emergency motion for expedited considerationwith the Mississippi Supreme Court yesterday on behalf of plaintiffs Dorothy Triplett, Sabreen Sharrief, and Ann Saunders.  

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Brecon Armed Robbery Suspects Still at Large

The suspects in a Brecon Drive armed robbery that took place Monday night are still at large.

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D.L. Gardner: Biden's Ineptitude

What does President Biden really believe? What drives his policies? President Biden began his presidency as many other presidents-elect promising to unify a divided nation. Days after winning the election in November 2020 Biden said, "I pledge to be a president who seeks not to divide, but to unify; who doesn't see red states and blue states, only sees the United States.”

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Friday, May 19, 2023

The Danger Police Face

The video below shows the dangers police officers can experience during a seemingly benign traffic stop.

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Show Up!

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JPD Chief Retires

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba and JPD Chief James Davis are holding a press conference right now.  The presser is streamed below.  This post will be edited to included more information as it becomes available. 

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My Bologna Has a First Name

One of the kind acts of consideration our King of Fishes offered me when he agreed to allow me to post on his website was allowing me to decide which food I posted about each week.  If I decide to post something folks like, KF’s decision was a good one. If I decide to post something that no one likes, you guys have sadly wasted a week when you click on my post. There is a chance this week’s post may be one of your wasted experiences.



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SNAP Fraud Indictment in Warren County

 The Mississippi Department of Human Services issued the following statement. 

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It's Happening!

 Stay tuned. 

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

AG Asks for Doctor's Alleged Abuse Victims to Come Forward

 Attorney General Lynn Fitch issued the following statement. 

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Did the Dog Eat Jackson's Homework?

While equity may be the theme of the Lumumba administration, sloppiness is the rule as it can't even keep proper books. 

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EPA Power Plant Rule to Clobber Economy

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There are newly proposed Biden Administration energy policies that should be at the forefront of the national political debate. As if halting offshore energy production, preventing critical pipeline construction and attempting to de-bank the U.S. oil and gas industry wasn't enough, there are new rules aimed at pummeling the U.S. electric power and automotive manufacturing industries with insane costs. 

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No Dental Insurance, No Problem

We would like to formally introduce ourselves as LeFleur Dental Group. We are located in the heart of Jackson. Our primary focus is to serve our community with quality, compassionate, and excellent dental care.

We developed a custom-made membership plan for those patients who are either unhappy with their current insurance or do not have dental insurance. We believe our membership plans allow you to receive quality dental care at a fair price without the headache of dealing with insurance companies. Below you will see our options for children, adults, and those diagnosed with perio-disease.

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Tourism in Pearl

Who says tourism is not alive in Pearl? Check out this visitor who found he rather liked the place. 

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We're Sorry, So Sorry, Please Accept Our Apology

 Mississippi Today CEO Mary Margaret White issued a mea culpa yesterday: 

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

No Comment!

 Who else could possibly bump into each other at Costco but KIM Waaaaade and Derrick Johnson.  What could possibly happen? What was the old adage about don't argue with someone who buys ink by the barrel? Something like that.  Enjoy the Radio Strongman's account below. 

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Deadly Plane Crash in Arkansas

 A small airplane that took off in Oxford crashed near Winslow, Arkansas today.   5Newsonline reported: 

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State Rep Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

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Jackson Sewer System: No Money, No Employees, No Nothing

Highlights of post: 

- Henifin takes over sewer system

- Sewer system worse than ten years ago

- Wingate warns parties Henifin works for him

- Wingate shuts down the Suits

- Jackson only has two manned sewer trucks.

Jackson's water manager will soon wear the hat of wastewater manager as well.  U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate decreed at a May 9 hearing that Jackson Water Manager Ted Henifin will assume control of Jackson's sewer system after the Justice Department reported last week that Jackson suffered 256 "sanitary" sewer overflows.

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Robert St. John: To the Graduates of 2023

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” -- Mary Oliver

It’s graduation season in Mississippi. I didn’t deliver a commencement address this year, but I have combined, tweaked, and added to two letters that I gave to my two children when they left for college. The result will serve as my unofficial 2023 commencement address to all Mississippi high school seniors. It’s probably good advice for us “other seniors,” as well, AARP notwithstanding.

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The "People" Discuss Crime Tomorrow Night

 The People's Assembly will hold a public meeting on crime tomorrow night: 

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Sid Salter: Journalist, Activist, & State Dept. Spokesman Hodding Carter, III Participated in History

The scion of one of the first families of Deep South print journalism during the civil rights movement, Hodding Carter III cast an impactful shadow during his long and impactful life. Carter died May 11 in Chapel Hill, N.C. at age 88 following a series of strokes.

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

1020 Losers to Appeal

The plaintiffs in the Hinds County HB #1020 lawsuit filed a notice of appeal with the Mississippi Supreme Court today.  Chancellor Dewayne Thomas rejected their request for an injunction against the appointment of four special circuit judges and the creation of a special CCID court. 

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Yikes!!!

 Beautiful day, beautiful blue water, at peace with nature, what could possibly happen? 

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250 = 40 in Madison County

 Madison-Rankin County District Attorney Bubba Bramlett issued the following statement. 

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The Motor City Madman Cometh

 Get ready for a stranglehold while doing a wango tango.  The Motor City Madman himself, Ted Nugent, is coming to Brandon in July.  

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Fitch Stands Up For Female Athletes

 Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch issued the following statement yesterday. 

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Brazen Armed Robbery on Brecon (Updated)

 An armed robbery took place last night on Brecon Drive.  An elderly couple arrived at home with their two grandchildren only to be greeted by two black males armed with what were probably AK-47 or AR-15-style firearms.  The victims said the suspects were dressed in all-black clothing.  

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Monday, May 15, 2023

Doc Accused of Molesting Child Patient

 Attorney General investigators charged Dr. Mehul Dixit with two counts of sexual battery or fondling a vulnerable adult person while the Mississippi Board of Medical Licensure suspended his license for the alleged molestation. 

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McDaniel Campaign Subject to Campaign Finance Report Penalties

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Chris McDaniel’s campaign for Lt. Governor is now subject to penalties under state law of up to $400,000. Here’s why:

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Chancellor Denies HB #1020 Injunction Request

Hinds County Chancellor Dewayne Thomas denies a request for an injunction against HB #1020.  The injunction asked the Chancellor to block the appointment of four special circuit judges and the creation of a CCID special court that would function as a municipal court.  However, U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate barred the appointment of the special judges Friday.

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DHS Changes Rule for Child Care Payments

The Mississippi Department of Human Services issued the following statement. 

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Grease is the Word

 Grease is the word that you heard and the word returns to the big screen Wednesday at Malco and Tinseltown. 

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Greater Jackson Arts Council Has To Pay Up

The Greater Jackson Arts Council's financial woes continue.  Hinds County Circuit Court Judge Adrienne Wooten awarded a $57,600 default judgement against the organization on May 9, 2023 after it stiffed a videographer.  

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Sunday, May 14, 2023

Cleaning Up A Millions Dollars

 WLBT took a look at how the city of Jackson spent nearly a million dollars on covid-19 "cleaning" with a contractor linked to Keisha Sanders.  WLBT reported Thursday: 

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Honoring Your Mother

The late Dr. Frank Pollard honored his mother in this 1993 sermon as he preached from Mark 7:24-30.  Enjoy the homage to our mothers.  

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Bill Crawford: Bounty-Hunter Reeves(?) Spurs Re-Election Kickoff

 Peculiar, yes that beats out perplexing, bizarre, cuckoo, and weird as the best word to describe how Gov. Tate Reeves’ re-election kickoff unfolded. 

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Saturday, May 13, 2023

50 Years for Murder & Abuse of Teen Step-Daughter

 Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens issued the following statement. 

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Let the Truancy Begin

 Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson issued the following statement on late filings of campaign finance reports. 

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D.L. Gardner: Overcoming Difficult Times

 At the beginning of every semester I call the roll and ask students to tell me what name they preferred to be called and why they are famous. Answers about their fame provide insight into their personalities, interests, and self images. Their answers also give them the opportunity to give their first speeches introducing themselves to me and their classmates. 

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Friday, May 12, 2023

Wingate Bars Chief Justice from Appointing Judges

The HB1020 drama continues as U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate issued a temporary restraining order prohibiting Chief Justice Mike Randolph from appointing any special judges under the bill.  

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Flashback Friday

Once upon a time, the main opponents of HB #1020 in the legislature supported child rape.  Yes, you read that correctly.  JJ reported on March 13, 2013: 

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Biden Makes Preventable Crisis Worse

 This post is a guest column submitted by U.S. Senator Roger Wicker. 

The already-deteriorating situation at the border is getting worse, and it is a crisis of the president’s own making and neglect. This week, President Biden ended the use of Title 42, a pandemic-era policy used to prevent illegal crossings. This action handicaps the Border Patrol and increases the incentives for illegal immigration. To no one’s surprise, tens of thousands of migrants have flocked to the border in anticipation of relaxed entry rules.

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Tatties and Neeps - A Dish for My Scottish Friends

Most of you will agree, “The best laid schemes o’ mice an’ men gang aft agley.” 

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Jackson Has No Traffic Signal Techs

There is a good reason why traffic signal failures proliferate around Jackson: The city has no one to fix them.  Jackson Public Works Director Robert Lee said at a City Council meeting Tuesday the city has no traffic signal technicians.  

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

Dismissed!

 Hinds County Chancellor Dewayne Thomas dismissed Chief Justice Michael Randolph and Hinds County Circuit Clerk Zachary Wallace from the HB #1020 lawsuit.  

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A Look into Lumumba Land

One bit of crony capitalism escaped notice during the Jackson Trash Wars. The proposed Richard's Disposal contract awarded 7% to a lil ole subcontractor, Expert Professional Solutions, for information technology services.  Yes, IT services for garbage collection.   The company is owned by one Akil Bakari, a long-time Lumumba crony.   

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Newhouse Gets 14 Years for Manufacturing Automatic Weapons

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Phil to Mississippi Today: Of Course, You Realize This Means War.

 Former Governor Phil Bryant demanded Mississippi Today apologize and publish retractions after its publisher said "Byrant and his cronies" embezzled federal funds in the DHS scandal in a letter sent to  the online publisher today.  The former Governor posted the letter on his website, Bryanttexts.com today.

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Gangbangers Sentenced in Canton Shooting

Madison-Rankin District Attorney Bubba Bramlett issued the following statement and mug shots. 

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Sometimes It's Not Meant To Be

Mississippi State's Brylie St. Clair was the victim of some good ole-fashioned bad luck last weekend.  Heaven knows she tried to make the play.  

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When Judge Thomas Opposed HB #1020

Should Hinds County Chancellor Dewayne Thomas recuse himself from hearing any HB #1020 cases?  Check out this January 30, 2023 press release issued by the Hinds County judges. 

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Robert St. John: A Bridge Not Too Far At All

YPRES, BELGIUM— Friendships in the 21st Century carry a different dynamic. A constant connection throughout the World Wide Web has its share of positives and negatives. Many spend more time looking at small screens and stupid videos that make no sense to me. My 21-year old son finds them hilarious. There’s that, but I also have a world of information at my fingertips. As a child I had a set of World Book encyclopedias in our house. That was my sole source for information unless it was a library day.

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Will HB #1020 Survive Today?

Chancellor to rule by Friday.  

Hinds County Chancellor Dewayne Thomas is holding a hearing on whether to issue an injunction against HB #1020 this morning.  The hearing is streamed below.  

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Sid Salter: Without Charges or Indictments, How does Bryant Defend Himself?

Note: This column was distributed Sunday before the news of Ms. Wolfe's Pulitzer award was announced. 

Founded in 2016 and “supported by grants from foundations, by contributions from donors and sponsors and by advertising,” the website Mississippi Today bills itself as a “digital-first, nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom serving Mississippi.”

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Closed!

 Backyard Burgers in Madison is now closed.  Damn.  

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Merger!

Ted Henefin's job just doubled.  U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate consolidated the water and sewer consent decrees for the city of Jackson at a hearing this afternoon.  Mr. Henefin will now be the receiver for both the water and sewer service of Jackson. More info will be posted later. 

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Truth!

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Hwy 80 Closed in Brandon, Romantic Adventures not Affected

 The Mississippi Department of Transportation issued the following statement. 

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Feds: Jackson Has 256 Sanitary Sewer Overflows

The federal government said Jackson currently has 256 sanitary sewer overflows in a status report submitted to U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate yesterday.  

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Funny of the Day

 Breaking Points is covering a wee bit of scandal over at CNBC.  It's quite amusing as the woman who got the CEO fired for "harassment" got caught for - you guessed it - sleeping with her source.  

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Monday, May 8, 2023

Happy Birthday, Don!

 Today is Don Rickles' birthday.  He would have been 97 years old if he still lived. In celebration of his birthday, enjoy his roast of one Samuel Davis, Jr.  

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Congratulations!

 Congratulations to Anna Wolfe over at Mississippi Today.   She busted her ass for the last two years on the DHS scandal and was awarded a Pulitzer for her efforts.   Nice job.  Now go out and do it again. ;-). 

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Mayor Responds to Shad

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba issued the following statement. 

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Auditing Jackson's Audits

State Auditor Shad White issued the following statement and report. 

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Pearl Chase Ends in 2 for 1 Special

The Pearl Police Department issued the following statement. 

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Smile Like You Mean It!

A healthy and friendly smile can have a significant impact on other’s first impression of you.  Findings indicate that 76% of people base first impressions on one’s smile yet most people are unhappy with their smile. So what can we do?

LeFleur Dental Group offers a variety of tips and procedures to help us achieve a beautiful and healthy smile.  These procedures are customized to your specific wants and needs.  Below, we will outline a few of our most popular cosmetic treatment options: 

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Judge Stokes Passes Away

Hinds County Court Judge Larita Stokes passed away.  She has been hospitalized off and on for several months after she contracted Covid-19 earlier this year.  Judge Stokes is the wife of Jackson Ward 3 Councilman Kenneth I. Stokes.  Rest in peace, Judge Stokes, rest in peace.  

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Looking for Pirate Booty

 Someone decided to go for a stroll in Pearl....

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Mississippi Museum of Art Joins Blue Star Program

The Mississippi Museum of Art issued the following statement. 

The Mississippi Museum of Art (MMA/the Museum) today announced it will join museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums initiative, a program that provides free admission to currently-serving U.S. military personnel and their families this summer. The 2023 program will begin on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 20, 2023, and end on Labor Day, Monday, September 4, 2023. Find the list of participating museums at arts.gov/bluestarmuseums.

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Sunday, May 7, 2023

“I’ll Call Them Devils, Too”

 KIM Waaaaaaaade is back with another edition of his CWU-TV show.  The Radio Strongman tackles crime, Jackson, and the good ole 1020 lawsuits as only he can.  The show is posted below.  Enjoy.  

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Brandon TicTok'er Commits Suicide

A Brandon TikTok'er committed suicide recently.  Bobby Moudy may be gone but his death wreacks even more havoc upon his family.  TMZ reported: 

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D.L. Gardner: Freedom to Hear & Believe

We close every semester giving 5-7 minute persuasive speeches. This is the “scariest” speech students give for a number of reasons. Many fear offending classmates who might disagree with them. Just telling students their speeches have to be controversial evokes shivers. I remind them their speeches should not be offensive, only persuasive. 

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Being the Last Choice

Some churches welcome one and all while others well, let's just say they are more like country clubs that welcome only a chosen few as they place their faith in everything but faith. Preaching from Luke: 8:40-53, the late Dr. Frank Pollard discussed both in his usual humorous way in the 1995 sermon posted below.  Enjoy. 

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Nick Clark, Rest in Peace

 Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones issued the following statement. 

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Bill Crawford: Speaker Highlights Pro-Family, Pro-Life Legislation

 Speaker of the House Philip Gunn chose to highlight pro-family, pro-life legislation championed by his Commission on Life last week at a Stennis-Capitol Press Corps luncheon at Hal and Mal’s. 

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Friday, May 5, 2023

Friday Night Flick

Looking for something to watch with the kids? You're in luck as The Dark Crystal popped up on Youtube and guess what? It's free.  Enjoy the Jim Henson classic.  

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Morgan!!!

 Country music heartthrob Morgan Wallen said he is working on a make-up date for the concert in Oxford that was canceled several weeks ago.  

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Southern Poverty Law Center Files Complaint Against State

Calls matching requirement for ARPA funds discriminatory.  

The Southern Poverty Law Center issued the following statement. 

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How to Bring Some Florentine Home

 This post is authored by Zerobear Polybear. 

No Italian cook worthy of his sauce-stained apron should ever be satisfied without one or more good reliable Parmesan dishes within his repertoire. In fact, it seems to be a shame to even use the word “Parmesan” without preceding it with Chicken, Veal, Eggplant, or some kind of Seafood. I can't imagine spending any time in the Tuscan region of Italy or a good Italian Restaurant without taking much more than a glance at a menu before asking for one of its Parmesan dishes.

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HB #1020 Federal Hearings Canceled

 U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate canceled two hearings scheduled for today on HB #1020 after Hinds County Chancellor Dewayne Thomas issued a temporary restraining order against part of the bill. 

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Phil Releases Texts

 Former Governor Phil Bryant issued the following statement. 

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

Phil Speaks!

Former Governor Phil Bryant promised to release all of his text messages related to the DHS scandal in a video he posted online today. He accused the media of weaponizing an interview he gave to Mississippi Today and "mischaracterizing" his communications.  He said the media pushed a narrative that is not true as he denied knowing anything about the wrongdoings at DHS.  The video is posted below.  Enjoy. 

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Life for Aggravated Domestic Violence

 Madison-Rankin County District Attorney Bubba Bramlett issued the following statement. 

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Chancellor Blocks Part of HB #1020 (Updated)

 Hinds County Chancellor Dewayne Thomas issued a temporary restraining order against part of the recently signed HB #1020.  

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Gipson Backs HB #1020

 Ag Commish Andy Gipson penned this guest column. 

Now that the dust has settled on the 2023 Mississippi Legislature’s Regular Session, I believe I can speak for a majority of law-abiding Mississippians in commending our Legislature for passing House Bill 1020, and I appreciate Governor Reeves for signing it into law.  This bill, authored by Representatives Trey Lamar, Fred Shanks, and Price Wallace can go a long way toward helping restore law and order within the City of Jackson, Mississippi.  

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Crisler Won't Quit

 No quitter is Marshand Crisler.  He announced he will not quit the Hinds County Sheriff's race even though he was indicted last week.  WAPT reported: 

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Captured!

 The last Raymond Detention Center escapee is in custody.  Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones announced: 

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

StokesRadio

 Jackson Ward 3 City Councilman Kenneth I. Stokes is LIVE on WMPR.  It is streamed below.   Damn, just said the "Devil was the prettiest angel in heaven and could talk the sweetness out of sugar."  I am so stealing that one.  Enjoy the show. 

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The Spice Will Flow

The trailer for the second part of Dune dropped today.  Hope the movie shows more of the Harkonnens than it did in the first part.  

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Robert St. John: The Curious Case of a Sliding Door Monopoly Game

 AMSTERDAM— A sliding door moment is a seemingly inconsequential action that alters the trajectory of future events. I am sitting in a bakery at 8:30 a.m. in the city center of Amsterdam, due to a board game. That is a sliding door moment. There’s a theory that the simple act of missing a train or a bus can alter the course of the rest of one’s life. This example is illustrated brilliantly in the film, “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” based on a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The movie displays the principle in a montage of events— one as simple as a shoelace breaking— to effectively illustrate the concept. If any of the seemingly insignificant events had not happened, the course of Daisy’s life would have gone in an extremely different direction. Brad Pitt’s narration as Button effectively describes the chain of events that led to Daisy, a ballet dancer, getting hit by a taxi which ended her dancing career.

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Lily of the Day

"Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin: And yet I say unto you, That even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these." Luke 12:28-29

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Sid Salter: Even in Death, Opinions Vary on the Enigmatic Butch Brown

Larry “Butch” Brown – for a decade in the early 2000s the intractable executive director of the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) – died April 25 at his Natchez home. He was 79.

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Raymond Escapee Dead

 Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones announced at a press conference this afternoon that a Raymond Detention Center escapee was found dead in New Orleans.  

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Pearl Daycare Worker Arrested

 The Pearl Police Department issued the following statement. 

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Governor Announces New License Plate

 Governor Tate Reeves issued the following statement. 

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Oops!

 Check out what popped up in those third-party ads that pop up on media websites such as say..... WLBT: 

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Lumumba Lies Again

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba showed yet again yesterday why he has earned the nickname "Lyin' Lumumba."  Check out this clip from yesterday's press conference.

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Hearing Scheduled for HB #1020 TRO

 Some major action will occur in the federal court fight over HB #1020 Friday.  

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Chase Ends in Capture

 Madison County deputies arrested two Scott County men after a long chase from Pelahatchie yesterday.  

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Monday, May 1, 2023

Court of Appeals Denies Bond for Fox

Former police officer Anthony Fox must remain in prison after the Mississippi Court of Appeals deadlocked on his request for bond.  

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Horrible

 A JPD recruit apparently killed himself at the training academy in West Jackson. More information will be posted as available. 

Update: Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba issued the following statement:

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Mayor Holds Weekly Presser

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba is holding his weekly press conference right now.  It is streamed below. 

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NAACP Tries to Block Appointment of Special Judges

Update: Hearing on TRO Friday at 1:30 PM.  A separate hearing on whether Chief Justice Randolph enjoys qualified immunity will be held at 9:30 AM Friday.  

The NAACP asked U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate to stop the appointment of four special Hinds County circuit judges Friday.   A hearing telephonic conference is being held right now on the matter.  

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Jackson Loses Coca-Cola Plant to Madison County

 The Mississippi Development Authority issued the following statement. 


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Whither Did the $1.2 Million Go?

Money always attracts attention and $1.2 million arts grants are no exception.  The Surdna Foundation awarded a $1.2 million grant to the city of Jackson in 2020 but where the money went is well, anyone's guess.  The city of Jackson announced the grant on May 1, 2020: 

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Broome Fights On

 Rankin County Court Judge continues to fights sepsis.  The Brandon Police Department posted an update from his wife on Facebook Friday: 

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Sunday, April 30, 2023

Woman Sues Capitol Police for Shooting Injury

Latasha Smith sued Capitol Police Chief Bo Luckey and Department of Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindall in U.S. District Court on April 25 for injuries she allegedly suffered during a Capitol Police shooting in December.  The complaint states: 

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JSU Grad Fulfill's Late Father's Wish

 Rachel James-Terry authored the following essay for Jackson State University. 

A loving mother, devoted daughter, and passionate entrepreneur, Jackson State University senior Cynthia Porter will soon add JSU alum to her designation on Saturday, April 29.

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Roast Beef & Stained Glass

Citing Romans, the late Dr. Frank Pollard took on the topic of predestination and what it really means in the 1995 sermon posted below. Dr. Pollard was never one to shy away from a subject and this sermon was no exception as he compared predestination to a dinner invitation.  Watch the sermon to see what he meant.  Enjoy. 

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Bill Crawford: Leg Should Stop Scheming to Thwart Partial Vetoes

 Section 73 of Mississippi’s constitution gives the Governor power to veto parts of appropriations bills – “The Governor may veto parts of any appropriation bill, and approve parts of the same, and the portions approved shall be law.”

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Saturday, April 29, 2023

Murder at Mandina's

 It was only a matter of time before the Crescent City's out of control violence struck Canal Street and strike it it did last night as a drive-by shooting took place at the popular Mandina's restaurant.  WGNO reported: 

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MDOC Employee Pleads Guilty to Using Excessive Force

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

A former case manager with the Mississippi Department of Corrections pleaded guilty yesterday before U.S. District Court Judge Tom Lee for using excessive force against an inmate, involving the use of a dangerous weapon and resulting in bodily injury.

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D.L. Gardner: EDI Will Change Face of America

What’s wrong with us? Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) have become the trinity of hope for a new woke world. What? How can these three coexist? 

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Friday, April 28, 2023

"A Great City for a Great State"

 A great city for a great state.  Could it happen?  A video that reveals a vision of what Jackson could be is floating around.  Some will admire while others will snicker.  Crabs in a bucket you know. 

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Flashback Friday

 Ah, the good ole days of 2021.....

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Putting Up Vegetables, or if you Grow Them, You Must Put Them Up

 This post is authored by Zerobear Polybear. 

My parents grew huge gardens when I was a kid (many years back), The vegetables they grew pretty much every year included pink eyed purple hull peas, bunch and pole butter beans, Contender green beans, lady peas (my Dad’s #1 favorite vegetable), Texas cream peas (better yield than lady pea, but not as good), speckled butterbeans (for my mom), peanuts (for my dad), sweet corn, tomatoes, several different varieties of squash, cucumbers, okra, sweet potatoes (always) and red potatoes (sometimes), and surely some I have forgotten. These were grown on a neighbor’s otherwise unused land on what seemed like eternally long rows to a kid holding a weed chopping hoe.

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Killer Gets 40 Years in Deadly Love Triangle

 Madison-Rankin County District Attorney Bubba Bramlett issued the following statement. 

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

Hog Season is Upon Us

 Ag Commish Andrew Gipson issued the following statement. 

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Crisler Indicted

Update: Crisler pleaded not guilty at his arraignment this afternoon.  Attorney John Collette represents the former interim Sheriff. 

Hinds County Sheriff candidate Marshand Crisler is in federal custody after a grand jury indicted him for selling ammunition to a convicted felon and theft or bribery in programs concerning federal funds. Key parts of the indictment: 

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TIMBER!!! (Ex) Baker Boy Falls

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

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Will Judge Mills Give Dowdy the Pennington Treatment?

Sissy pleads guilty to drug charges. 

The son of a former MBN director is now a convicted drug dealer.  John Dowdy, III pleaded guilty in Madison County Circuit Court Monday to possession of meth and conspiracy to sell or distribute meth.   

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JPS Announces School Consolidation & Relocation

 Jackson Public Schools issued the following statement and powerpoint presentation. 

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Mayfield Indicted

The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

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Eudora's Mississippi Brasserie Coming to The District

Eudora's Mississippi Brasserie issued the following press release. 

Eudora’s Mississippi Brasserie will open at The District later this year.

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Robert St. John: Checking Boxes & Covering Bases

 BARBERINO-TAVARNELLE, TUSCANY— For the past several years— and for the foreseeable future— I have spent approximately 90 days each year hosting Americans in Europe. I am currently seven weeks into my Spring 2023 trips with the fourth group I’ve hosted since mid-March. We are in Tuscany. Next week I will head to Holland and Belgium to host a group of 25 Americans, most of whom have traveled with me before. For some it will be their fifth or sixth trip with me over the past six years. We are fast friends by now.

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Lawsuits Pile up Against Greater Jackson Arts Council

 The lawsuits against the Greater Jackson Arts Council are starting to pile up.   Local videographer Jake Slinkard seeks a default judgement against the organization for damages after Executive Director Silbrina Wright allegedly broke a one-year contract with him for media production services.  The plaintiff filed the lawsuit on November 15, 2022 in Hinds County Circuit Court. 

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Arrington Update: Fire and Gunfire in Leake County

Update (11:50 AM): Arrington is dead. A Leake County deputy was shot in the leg during the standoff.  Madison County deputies (at the invitation of LCSO) breached the house with their Bearcat.  Once breached, deputies threw tear gas grenades into the home.  

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Sid Salter: Echoes of the WPA: Re-imagining Welfare for Work

 In Washington, the Biden Administration is battling with House Republicans over their relatively paltry reform plans attached to debt ceiling legislation that would raise the ceiling by $1.5 trillion in exchange for a slower rate of growth in federal spending over the next decade.

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Martyr!

 The murder victim was Reverend Anthony Watts of St. Mary’s Missionary Baptist Church in D’Lo, Mississippi.

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Good Guys Win One

 The good guys won a round in Ridgeland today.  

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Funny of the Day

 Meanwhile, on Greymont Street in Belhaven......

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Lock & Load! Escapee Murder Suspect

 Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones issued the following statement two hours ago. 

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What Happened at the Greater Jackson Arts Council?

 A whistleblower report accused Greater Jackson Arts Council Executive Director Silbrina Wright of maxing out the credit cards, misspending grants, and bullying behavior as GJAC finances were drained.  Former Managing Director John Salem submitted the report to the Board of Directors on August 3, 2022, two days after Ms. Wright suspended him.  She fired him on August 19.   

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Three Counts of Agg Assault on LEO = 35 Years

Madison-Rankin District Attorney Bubba Bramlett issued the following statement. 

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Monday, April 24, 2023

Flashback: When a Concert Wasn't a Concert

 It's never a good night when deputies seize your private plane.  Once upon a time, 1989 to be exact, Hank Williams, Jr. was supposed to get rowdy with 10,000 of his closest friends in Baton Rouge.  He got rowdy all right but not in the way those 10,000 fans expected that May 6 night.  Deseret News reported: 

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Mayor Holds Press Conference

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba is holding a press conference right now.  It is streamed below. 

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Friday 13 Lucky for Brandon

Red Mountain Entertainment issued the following press release. 

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Judge Broome in ICU

 Rankin County Court Judge Tom Broome is in ICU.  The Brandon Police Department posted the following message from his wife on Facebook: 

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Self Defense? We Report, You Decide.

 JPD charged attorney Bradley Wellborn with two counts of aggravated assault last week after he shot two intruders on his rental home on Cedarhurst Drive.  He said he shot one of the intruders after he pulled an asp on the lawyer.  Mr. Wellborn explains his side of the story in an interview with WLBT.  The interview is posted below. 

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Jailbreak Update

 Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones is holding a press conference right now.  The presser is streamed below. 

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Governor Vetoes Projects

Governor Tate Reeves issued the following statement. 

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Sunday, April 23, 2023

Busted!

Well, well, well, look who is in the county jail.  The father might have passed but there is always the son.  

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Lock & Load: Jailbreak!

Four prisoners escaped from the Raymond Detention Center.  Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones tweeted: 

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Hitting Big Licks With Little Sticks

 The "power of prayer" is a phrase often used but not always understood. The late Dr. Frank Pollard preached on how prayer is often misunderstood in the 1995 sermon posted below. Prayer is not a checklist or something to be used only in times of need.  He sermonized we often do not know what to pray for but thankfully, there is a solution to that problem.   If you didn't make it to church, enjoy the remedial sermon as Dr. Pollard used David, D.L. Moody, and even World War II to preach his message.  

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Bill Crawford: Sub-prime Credit Scores Linked to Poor Health

 It’s probably no surprise that the nation’s poorest state has the nation’s highest rate of sub-prime credit scores. But the reason why may be worth considering.

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Saturday, April 22, 2023

NAACP Sues Over HB #1020 (Update)

Update: The complaint is posted below.  

The NAACP sued the state of Mississippi in U.S. District Court after Governor Tate Reeves signed HB #1020 yesterday.   The complaint will not be available until Monday.  The NAACP issued the following statement: 

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Governor Signs $2 Billion Transportation Bill

 Governor Tate Reeves issued the following statement. 

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Friday, April 21, 2023

Friday Night Flick: The Biological Clock Ticks

 Guess what movie is on Youtube for free? You're welcome. 

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Governor Signs HB #1020

 Governor Tate Reeves issued the following statement. 

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Bigger Pie Forum: Should Entergy Customers Pay More for Less?

 Entergy Mississippi is an electric utility.  It has a legal monopoly in 45 counties with almost 400,000 residential customers (households).  It is regulated by the Mississippi Public Service Commission (PSC).  The PSC has allowed Entergy to increase rates for these customers 32% over the last three years.  Why?  Should customers pay even more for less?

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Plastic Surgery Family Fun Day at Children's Museum Tomorrow

UMMC issued the following press release. 

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A Different Take on Chicken & Dressing

This post is authored by Zerobear Polybear. 

I think I wrote in my first Jackson Jambalaya post how great the Sunday dinners were in the 1950's when we visited my grandparent’s farm house on Beasley Bayou, west of Isola, MS. One of my fondest 73 year old Sunday dinner memories was my Grandmother’s insistence that Sunday dinner at her house should include a pan of chicken and cornbread dressing. It was a dish she always cooked in a blue and white speckled enameled pan. You may have a similar memory rooted in your past. My Grandmother’s chicken and dressing memory looks like this.

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Lyft Carjacker Indicted

A Hinds County grand jury indicted Dontarius Magee for the savage kidnapping and shooting of a Lyft Driver on November 2, 2021.  

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

Arson Kills Two in Byram

 The Byram Police Department issued the following statement. 

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Ted Dibiase, Jr. Indicted in DHS Scandal

The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

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Ridgeland Approves Prado Vista Project

 The Ridgeland Board of Aldermen approved the Prado Vista project in the Ridgeland overlay district Tuesday night at the intersection of Sunnybrook Road and Colony Park Boulevard by Ridgeland High School. The petition and master plan are posted below. 


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Shad Fires Back at Crawford Column

State Auditor Shadrick White penned this response to Bill Crawford's column published here Sunday. 

Recently my office instructed Mississippi universities to report how much they are spending on so-called “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” (DEI) programs. That was enough to send liberal columnist Bill Crawford into a tailspin. Crawford claims I’m on a “witch hunt.” He found a nameless “Republican operative” who said I, like Gov. Ron DeSantis, was “overreach[ing].” So let’s take a closer look (and for the record, I don’t give a flip about what an anonymous “Republican operative” says).

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Tornado Losses over $100 Million

 Insurance Commish Michael Chaney issued the following statement. 

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Crash Ends Chase

The Pearl Police Department issued the following statement. 

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

46 Months for Jail Smuggling

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

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Lee Held Fund-raiser, Didn't Pay Bill

It appears Jackson Ward 2 Councilwoman Angelique "Deadbeat" Lee held a fundraiser last summer.  JJ reported Saturday: 

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Robert St. John: Pondering Chips

BARBERINO-TAVARNELLE, TUSCANY— Things are different over here. It’s not just the language. Spaces are smaller. Roads are tighter. Bathrooms are tinier. But there's a reason for all of that. The roads are tighter because many were built over one thousand years ago and were meant to accommodate horses, carriages, wagons, and people traveling by foot. The bathrooms in the historic city centers are smaller because those buildings were built 700 years ago before in and plumbing was a thing.

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Pearl Molester Gets 20 Years

 Rankin-Madison County District Attorney Bubba Bramlett issued the following statement. 

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Sid Salter: Can Employees be Forced to Work on the Sabbath?

 Bottom line, can your employer compel you to work on the Sabbath if you have religious beliefs which you believe require you to be in church and rest on Sundays?

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Pledge? What Pledge?

Check out what Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba does when the City Council recited the Pledge of Allegiance today. 

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Governor Signs Age-Verification Bill for Obscene Websites

 Governor Tate Reeves issued the following statement. 

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Continued

 The aggravated domestic violence trial of Jason Todd Martis is continued to October 30 in Rankin County Circuit Court.  

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How Do They Do It?

Despite being 16 years old now, the iPhone is more popular than ever.  Indeed, so popular is the iPhone that the Wall Street Journal reported last weekend the smartphone captured the resale market as iPhones retain their value while Androids plummet as much as new cars once did when purchased. Even more interesting is  the product is desired by ever-fickle teens.  How has the company managed to remain at the top of the game for so long when so many competitors fell by the wayside?  

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Read and Weep

 The settlement agreement between the Jackson City Council and Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba is posted below.  

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Monday, April 17, 2023

Settled?

 It appears Judge Clark's knocking heads together made some progress.   The City Council and Mayor agreed to hire Richard's Disposal for emergency garbage service for one year.  

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Recess!

 And we are back.  Watch hearing below. Judge Clark recessed hearing until 9 AM tomorrow.  The sun will come out tomorrow..... tomorrow tomorrow I love you, tomorrow, you're only, a, day away.

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Trash Talk: It's Showtime!!!

 The much awaited court fight between the Jackson City Council and Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba over the right to negotiate garbage contracts is here.  The courtroom drama is live-streamed below.   Break out the Bloody Mary's.  

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Idiot of the Day

 Fighting the Repo Man is never a good idea. Richland Wrecker Service posted on Facebook: 

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Sunday, April 16, 2023

Flashback: The Po' Folks Sniper

It's been 27 years since a sniper went crazy at the Po Folks restaurant on Ellis Isle one Friday afternoon and paralyzed a major part of South Jackson:

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A Place at the Table

Preaching from Romans 8: 13-17, the late Dr. Frank Pollard wove the ugly duckling, a "seldom dusted off corner of the Bible,  and Mephibosheth* into a much-needed message of hope in the 1995 sermon posted below.  Enjoy the sermon if you didn't make church this morning.  

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Bill Crawford: White plays DeSantis, goes after university DEI programs

Gov. Tate Reeves and the Legislature having successfully stamped out the non-existent Critical Race Theory (CRT) programs in Mississippi schools, colleges, and universities, State Auditor Shad White has chosen another fake issue to tackle – our universities’ diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs.

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Saturday, April 15, 2023

Councilwoman Sued Over Campaign Debt

A2Z Printing sued the Ward 2 Councilwoman on September 20, 2022 in Hinds County Court for $15,971 after she allegedly stiffed the Jackson company for services rendered during her 2020 campaign.

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D.L. Gardner: Overcome Evil with Good

“But if your enemy is hungry, feed him, and if he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in so doing you will heap burning coals upon his head. Do not be overcome by evil but overcome evil with good.” How should Christians respond to hateful attacks? 

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Friday, April 14, 2023

Dumbass of the Day

 Check out what is posted on the Mississippi Department of Public Safety's Facebook page. 

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Gov Signs Bill Banning Property Value Water Billing

 Governor Tate Reeves issued the following statement. 

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Parker McCollum Coming to Brandon

 Red Mountain Entertainment issued the following press release. 

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It's a Conspiracy

 We all suspected one Kenneth I. Stokes puts on an act.  Now we have proof.  This post appeared on social media: 

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Beef Stew, Anyone?

This post is authored by Zerobear Polybear. Enjoy. 

I’ll start this post with a complaint about life these days. Beef has been pricy for the past year or two. I am related to a guy who raises beef for a living and they are still paying him pretty much the same for beef on the hoof, so someone other than the guy who raises the beef is making the extra money we have been paying. I won’t waste your time reminiscing about days when beef roasts were sixty nine cents a pound, but it is nice to see more reasonable prices for the cuts we like to eat so we can make the recipes we like.

One of those cuts is beef chuck roast. A great way to use it is in a beef stew and that is what we are doing with today’s post.

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Flashback Friday: Free the Copyright

Truth be told, Mayor Lumumba's political career began in a lie.  JJ reported on March 12, 2014: 

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Monster Mother Gets Life

 Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens issued the following statement. 

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

Trash Talk: Fiddling, Fiddling, Fiddling Away

It appears the Mayor is fiddling away while Northeast Jackson while Northeast Jackson washes away. 

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Trash Talk: Sanitation Tip

Well, it's no secret piled-up garbage brings unwanted guests. Fortunately, there is a tried and true solution.

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Dowdy Fights Indictment

Is the son of a former MBN Director a drug dealer? 

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Trash Talk: Dumpster Available Today & Tomorrow

 The city of Jackson issued the following statement. 

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Trash Talk: Tantrum Time

As the trash continues to pile up in the streets, Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba blamed..... wait for it..... Northeast Jackson for his garbage problems.  Yup.  He said the reason why there is no garbage service is because of Northeast Jackson honkies  despite the fact that Jackson is over 80% black.  Watch for yourself. 

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Coming Soon

Amerigo is expanding to Fondren.  Yup.  The historic Ridgeland Italian restaurant will set up shop in where else but the old Babalu site.  Fondrenites should be able to walk to get their favorite tiramasu hopefully by Labor Day weekend.  Good news indeed.  

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Rescued!

 The Madison Fire Department posted the following message and photos on Facebook. 

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Trash Talk: It's Time to Ruuuummmmblllle

 The Jackson City Council is meeting right now to discuss the garbage crisis.  The meeting is live-streamed below.  Enjoy. 

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MPD Investigates School Social Media Threats

 The Madison Police Department issued the following statement. 

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Trash Talk: Tune in at 1

 Jackson City Council President Ashby Foote issued the following statement about the Clarion-Ledger's coverage of the Council's legal fees:

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Robert St. John: An Easter to Remember

 PETROGNANO, TUSCANY— Most of my early childhood memories come from Christmas and Easter. If I let my memory go back as far as it will take me, I can remember opening gifts and the smell of the scotch pine Christmas tree. I also remember eating Christmas cookies. Over the past 61 years I’ll come across a cookie with the same flavor profile, and it takes me back. I can also hear the Chipmunks Christmas album, which I used to play incessantly to the dismay of everyone else in my family.

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UMMC Designated Mississippi Burn Center

The University of Mississippi Medical Center issued the following statement. 

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Sid Salter: Expulsion of Tenn Lawmakers Another Step Away from Democracy

 Note: This column was written on April 8. 

The expulsion of the “Tennessee Three” – actually two of the three – elected state representatives in the Tennessee House of Representatives over their vocal interruptions of the proceedings of that chamber in protesting a recent Nashville mass shooting raises fundamental questions.

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Mardis Wants Continuance

Todd Mardis asked for a continuance for his May 1 aggravated domestic violence trial in Rankin County Circuit Court today. 

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From a Wonderful World

Sick of garbage we are but cover it JJ must.  If you want a break from the trash talk, check out this little clip of simpler times and prettier things. 

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Trash Talk: Food Fight!!!

or Tomming Stokes

Want to see mob rule in action?  Check out this clip of the City Council chambers after the City Council special meeting adjourned.  

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Monday, April 10, 2023

Richard's Disposal Sues City Council - Again

Richard's Disposal filed a notice of appeal and complaint against the Jackson City Council in Hinds County Circuit Court this afternoon.  The case is assigned to Circuit Judge Adrienne Wooten.  

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It's Time!

Update (3:45 PM): Mayor is preaching away on city website.

The Jackson City Council is meeting right now to discuss you know what.  The meeting is streamed below. 

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Trash Talk: Mayor Blames Council Again

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba issued the following statement. 

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Trash Talk: Showdown at 3

Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba called a special meeting of the Jackson City Council today at 3 PM to discuss the garbage contract. 

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D.A. Tries to Reverse Green's Curse

The Hinds County District Attorney will try to revoke the bond of accused killer Ryan Hopkins.  Hopkins kidnapped, beat, and raped a woman in New Hampshire after Hinds County Circuit Judge Tomie Green allowed him to remain free on bond on a first-degree murder indictment.  Her blessings all too often turned into curses, sometimes deadly curses, and this case is no exception.  

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MACS Rolls Out Prepaid Debit Card

Treasurer David McRae today announced that Mississippi Affordable College Savings (MACS) account holders now have access to a free, integrated prepaid debit card program, making it easier than ever to use the account for qualified education expenses.

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Sunday, April 9, 2023

Duuuuuuuuuuuude

 Miss The Dude? Well, good news is at hand as he returns to the big screen next week in all of his dudeness. 

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Why I Sleep at the P.O.

 A residentially-challenged individual apparently went beserk at the Lefleur post office last night. 

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Officer-Involved Shooting in Lincoln County

 The Mississippi Department of Public Safety issued the following statement. 

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Happy Easter

 Using the parable of the 19 empty Easter eggs, the late Dr. Frank Pollard preached the message of hope that is Easter Sunday.   The sermon might be 35 years old but the message still resonates.  Enjoy.  

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Bill Crawford: Lifeline More of a Band-aid

 Calling it a lifeline, the Mississippi Legislature appropriated $103 million in grants for state hospitals. However, the “lifeline” appears to be more of a Band-Aid.

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Saturday, April 8, 2023

Trash Talk: Here Comes MDEQ

 The plot that is the Jackson dumpster fire thickened yesterday after the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality notified the city of Jackson it may face fines of up to $25,000 per day its failure to collect garbage.  MDEQ Director Christophe Wells stated in a letter sent to Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba and the City Council yesterday: 

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D.L. Gardner: Things Change Quickly

That morning as He approached the city, His disciples brought Him a donkey to ride into Jerusalem. Crowds of followers were shouting, “Hosanna to the Son of David; Blessed is He who comes n the name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest!” The Pharisees whispered to one another, “You see that you are not doing any good; look, the world has gone after Him.”

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Friday, April 7, 2023

Prison Guard Busted for Smuggling

 The Mississippi Department of Corrections issued the following statement. 

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The Return of the Soup Nazi?

Zerobear Polybear authored this post and recipe that is not the infamous Mulligatawny Soup. 

Sometimes I feel like Seinfeld’s Soup Nazi. It’s not that I would kick you out of my restaurant just for ordering incorrectly, especially since I don’t own a restaurant (there is just too much work and too much risk of failure in the restaurant business). However, I do know how to make and have recipes for all of the “Soup Nazi” soups that Seinfeld, Kramer, George and Elaine loved. Here is a claim you guys will just have to accept for the moment – I make a really nice Mulligatawny Soup.

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Trash Talk: Is Lumumba Lying Again?

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba said the city can not issue another RFP for garbage collection service because Richard's Disposal will sue the city.   WLBT investigated his claim and reported such may not be the case: 

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Flashback Friday: When The Kingfish Got What He Wanted

 Once upon a time, in a bayou filled with boudin and bourbon, there was a King named Huey P. Long.  However, The evil lords of the land, otherwise known as the Louisiana Legislature, made him live in an old prison built in the 1850's.  It wasn't suitable for a King but they were determined to make him suffer so wicked were they.  

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

Trash Talk: Showdown on April 17

 The Jackson City Council and Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba are going to have a showdown in Hinds County Chancery Court over the garbage contract.  It is not known yet if the loser will have to leave town or if there is a time limit. 

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Trash Talk: About the Open Meetings Act....

Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba said during his press conference this morning that he would attempt to meet individually with Councilman Ashby Foote, Vernon Hartley, and Aaron Banks.  The three Council members are staunch opponents of awarding a contract to Richard's Disposal for garbage service. However, the Mayor's little gambit might run afoul of the Open Meetings Act.   

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Trash Talk: Mayor Provides Update

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba is holding a press conference right now on the garbage crisis.  The presser is streamed below. 

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Insurrection or Resurrection?

 Well, our friends touting the Republic of Jackson are now floating this message around on social media. 

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Sex Offender Tries to Flee to Mexico

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Jailhouse Stunt Cost Cummins

 Jordan Cummins is going to pay a little price for his cellphone stunt at the Raymond Detention Center.   The Hinds County Sheriff's Department charged Cummins with contraband in a penal institution.  

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Pictures of a Destruction

Posted below are some more pictures of some downtown destruction last weekend.  Just another example of why we can't have nice things around here. 

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Robert St. John: Perfect Simplicity

Sometimes the simplest things give me the most satisfaction. That probably seems like an obvious statement to most. I have only recently come to that realization in my personal life.

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Trash Talk: Foote Speaks

 Jackson Ward 1 Councilman Ashby Foote, III issued the following statement on the garbage crisis. 

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Sid Salter: Pickering, Scalia, and the Unicorns of Bipartisanship & Civility

 A fascinating facet of last week’s dedication of the papers of federal Judge Charles Pickering and former U.S. Rep. Chip Pickering to the Mississippi Political Collections at Mississippi State University’s Mitchell Memorial Library was hearing the father and son donors talk about their long relationships with the late Presiding Justice of the Supreme Court Antonin Scalia.

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Revoked!

Despite the pleas of his wife to set him free. Todd Mardis will remain in jail after Rankin County Court Judge David Morrow revoked his bond yesterday.  Mardis was arrested and indicted for aggravated domestic violence after allegedly brutally beating his wife in October 2022.  Judge Morrow ruled Mardis violated his order prohibiting any contact between the husband and wife.

 

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Will Stokes Be Intimidated?

 Check out this message that appeared on Facebook. 

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UMMC Fills Neurology Gap w/Telehealth Evaluations

 Ruth Cummins authored the following post for UMMC. 

When Michael Bustin’s right side lips went numb and his speech became slurred March 25, his wife Ruth rushed him to the emergency room at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel. 

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Trash Talking Each Other

 Yesterday was a case of the dueling press releases in Jackson's garbage fiasco.   Ward 6 Councilman Aaron Banks issued this press release: 

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Monday, April 3, 2023

Mardis Back in Jail.

Jason Todd Mardis is back in jail and might be there for a long time.   Rankin County deputies arrested Mardis last week after he violated a no-contact order with his wife.  A bond revocation hearing is being held for Mardis right now.  


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What is Going on?

Update (12:00 PM): The hoppers are apparently gathering petition signatures or passing out flyers. The petition/flyer is posted below. 

Well this is weird.  A Richard's Disposal garbage truck was making the rounds in Northeast Jackson this morning but.....

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$5,000 Reward

 Henry Cooper, Jr. of Country Meat Packers fame posted the following message on Facebook after his truck was stolen:

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Need Garbage Relief?

Well, the Jackson garbage crisis will be dragging on for a few more days.  If, and I mean IF you need to get your garbage removed, an enterprising young man is offering his services. 

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Sunday, April 2, 2023

Why We Can't Have Nice Things Reason #_____

Just another day on Congress Street......

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"If You Got to Ask, You Ain't Got It"

What does Sachmo's quote in the headline have to do with the Christian faith? The late Dr. Frank Pollard explains it all as he preached from Romans 8:5-11 in the 1995 sermon posted below. If you missed out on Palm Sunday today, enjoy the remedial sermon.  

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Fighting for HB #1020

State Representative Trey Lamar gave it as good as he got Friday as he defended HB #1020 in a rather colorful speech that is posted below despite attempts by Black caucus members to shout him down.  To say the bill brought out the fight in both sides is an understatement and Friday was no exception.  Check it out.  

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Bill Crawford: Full MAEP Funding Gunned Down

 Outgoing Speaker of the House Philip Gunn does not like the Mississippi Adequate Education Program (MAEP) formula. “This formula has failed to ensure that money reaches the classroom,” Gunn said way back in 2016. “It has failed because it allows spending on administration to be abused.”

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Saturday, April 1, 2023

Hosemann: 2023 Legislative Session "Overwhelming Success"

 Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann issued the following statement. 

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Last Week's Political News

The biggest news event last week didn’t happen. Donald Trump had announced the previous week that he would be arrested on Tuesday, March 21, for allegedly using campaign funds to pay off a porn star in October 2016 for an alleged affair ten years earlier. Got that? Me neither. Apparently District Attorney Alvin Bragg who cooked up this scheme didn’t get it either. 

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Mayor Reacts to Garbage Vote

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba issued the following statement. 

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Trash Talk: It's Showtime for the Showdown

Update: Council rejects Richard's Disposal contract on a 3-3-1 vote. 

Will King Richard prevail over the Jackson City Council? Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba called a special meeting of the Jackson City Council this morning so he can submit a proposed contract with Richard's Disposal of New Orleans for garbage collection services.   The proposal is posted below.  The meeting will be live-streamed as well.  Fix those mimosas and get ready for some fun. 

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Friday, March 31, 2023

Will They Show?

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba called a meeting of the City Council for tomorrow at 10. Stay tuned. 

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HB #1020 Passes Senate and House

Update: The House passed the bill.  HB #1020 will be transmitted to the Governor for his approval. 

The Senate passed the final version of HB #1020 today.  The House of Representatives took up debate on the bill as well.  The bill is held on a point of order in the House.  The highlights of the bill are: 

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Officer-Involved Shooting in Jackson

 The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation issued the following statement. 

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Baking the Bolognese

Ready for some Eye-talian cuisine? Zerobear Polybear conjured up a rather tasty recipe for some good ole fashioned beef bolognese with tortellini in his post this week.   If you're looking for something different to cook, check it out.  

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Is There a Rest of the Story to St. Paddy's Killing?

 The double homicide that took place on Jefferson Street as the St. Paddy's Day Parade rolled through downtown Jackson shocked the Jackson metro area.  

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

Mike Kent is Super (For Awhile)

 The Mississippi Department of Education issued the following statement. 

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Throwback Thursday

 Nothing like a blast from the past.....

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Trash Talk: No Quorum! No Meeting!

 The Jackson City Council is meeting right now to discuss the expiration of the Richard's Disposal "emergency" contract.  However, the Council lacks a quorum as only Council members Virgi Lindsey, Angelique Lee, and Bryan Grizzell appeared. The meeting is streamed below.

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Showdown at 3

We got us a showdown at 3 today at Jackson City Hall. It is not known if the loser must leave town. However, the proposed Richard's Disposal contract is posted below.

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Conviction in Ridgeland Hotel Armed Robbery

 Madison-Rankin County District Attorney Bubba Bramlett issued the following statement and mug shot. 

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Keeping DC out of our Energy Business

The Mississippi Energy Institute sponsored and authored this post. 


Federal energy policy has reached a record level of bad, making state level policy evermore important. Kudos to the Legislature and Governor Reeves for taking action this year choosing state level electric utility regulation over federal control. SB 2341, authored by Senator Joel Carter, did just that on a fairly narrow issue of interstate electric transmission construction where MS electric customer rates may be impacted. The measure passed with near unanimous votes in each chamber.

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Busted!

 Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones issued the following statement and mug shots. 

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Hostage?

Check out what the city of Jackson posted on its Facebook page this afternoon. 

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Rejected!

 The Mississippi Department of Education issued the following statement. 

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Trash Talk: Showdown!

 Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba issued the following statement. 

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Disaster Relief Update

 The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency issued the following statement. 

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Robert St. John: A Lifetime Love Affair

My love of bakeries goes back as far as my episodic memory will allow. The earliest bakery recollection I can drum up comes from the Blue Ribbon Bakery in my hometown of Hattiesburg, Mississippi. In a kid’s eyes a bakery is a wonderland of shapes, sizes, colors, and all things sweet. In 1968 if you had given six-year-old Robert a choice between all the playthings he could snatch on the toy aisle at the Ben Franklin or all the sweets he could grab behind the counter at the Blue Ribbon Bakery, it would have been a tough choice, but the cookies and cupcakes would likely have won out (and that’s coming from a boy who loved toys).

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Monte Reeves Indicted in Shootings

A Hinds County grand jury indicted Carl Monte Reeves on August 26, 2022, for two counts of aggravated assault and one count of shooting into an occupied vehicle.  

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Sid Salter: Devastated Communities Need Help, Supplies

 As a believer, I can attest to the absolute power of prayers and positive thoughts to affect comfort, help and outcomes. I respect the power of prayer – and I have been the direct beneficiary of the prayers of others in my own life.

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Meet the New HB #1020

 The controversial HB #1020 is still in conference committee.  Gone are most of the controversial provisions.  CCID residents retain the right to vote for their own judges while the CCID is expanded further into South Jackson.   The bill might change again before it stands for passage in both chambers.  The highlights of the bill are: 

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Kohan Surrenders in Battle of Briarwood 1

 All but the shouting is over in the Battle of Briarwood 1 as building owner Mike Kohan agreed to bring the property up to code.   

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Heroism in Nashville

 Nashville Police released a video of police officers taking down a trans terrorists who massacred three children and three adults at a Christian school yesterday.  The video is posted below.  Shoutout to the cops who did what the Uvalde cowards didn't do.  Good job, guys.  

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Repeating Itself?

The Byram Mayor has a message for Jackson.....

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Trash Talk: Mayor Fires Back at City Council

The Mayor and City Council sparred over the expiring garbage contract yesterday although they didn't do it face to face.  Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba issued the following statement yesterday:  

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Monday, March 27, 2023

No Bond for Cummins

 Hinds County Court Judge Johnny McDaniels denied bond for Jordan Cummins.  Cummins stands accused of the murder of Joshua Spann and Jubilee Simpkins Saturday near the St. Paddy's Day Parade. 

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Initiative & Referendum Bill Only on Second "Dead"

 Leftenent Governor Hibbit Hosemann issued the following statement. 

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Water/Sewer Billing Office Closed

Pay online or at 15 payment centers listed below.  

JXN Water Manager Ted Henifin issued the following statement. 

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Death Toll Lowered to 21

 The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency issued the following statement. 

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New Study Examines Impact of Race on Chronic Pain Disparities

Andrea Dilworth authored the following post for UMMC. 

As a postdoctoral researcher, Dr. Matthew Morris studied pain and sensitivity in otherwise healthy black and white children.

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Trash Talk: It's the Scores, Stupid

 A comment was posted last Thursday in the trash talk post that deserved its own space.  The Mayor keeps bleating Richard's Disposal has the lowest cost.  Well, not so fast my friend.  Bids are judged on scores, not cost and there are good reasons for such practices.  Ever heard of low-ballin'?  A reader wrote: 

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Sunday, March 26, 2023

Cummins Brags About Murders

 WARNING: GRAPHIC VIDEO POSTED BELOW!!!

The accused killer of two people near the St. Paddy's Day Parade yesterday bragged about it in a video posted online today.  You read that correctly.  Jordan Cummins somehow got access to a smartphone and bragged about the murders in a video he posted online.  The video is posted below.  You have been warned. 

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Sunday Cinema

 Let's face it, between the St. Paddy's Day killings and the destruction wreaked across Mississippi, this weekend, really, really sucked.  If you want a break from the bad news, the perfect movie is on Youtube for free.  It has it all: suspense, drama, action, horror, and even a touch of romance - all while being kid-friendly.  Enjoy. 

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A Healthy Civil War

Ever dealt with spiritual frustration? The late Dr. Frank Pollard explained why such internal civil wars are actually healthy and a sign of growth as he preached from Romans 7: 14-25. The 1995 sermon is one of his better ones.  Enjoy. 

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Disaster Update, FEMA Aid Info Posted

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency issued the following statements. 

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Bill Crawford: No Ballot Harvesting in Mississippi

 Ballot harvesting” becomes illegal on July 1 in Mississippi. Ironically, this comes as former President Donald Trump and several likely GOP presidential candidates support such activities.  

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Saturday, March 25, 2023

2 Shot to Death Near Parade Route

 Jordan Kyle Cummins surrendered to the Rankin County Sheriff this afternoon.  Cummins is a suspect in two homicides that took place on Jefferson Street near Amite Street as the St. Paddy's Day Parade rolled a few hundred yards away.  

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Destruction

 A massive tornado literally flattened Rolling Fork last night, killing 23 people.  More are missing and the death toll will probably climb.  Governor Tate Reeves declared a state of emergency.  MEMA issued the following statement this morning: 

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See Colonial Falls in NE Jackson

Why spend money honeymooning in Niagara Falls when you can see the new Colonial Falls in Northeast Jackson?  Fireworks are even provided at night.  How romantic can you get?  Watch the video of the old Colonial Country Club's newest tourist attraction posted below.  Enjoy.

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D.L. Gardner: Supreme Goals of our Free Society

 Recently, I’ve read books by three men who will likely run for president in 2024. Senator Tim Scott, Governor Ron DeSantis, and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo have written about their own backgrounds and values presumably to introduce themselves to voters. All three have written excellent books. I highly recommend voters read each of these as well as any other candidates’ books to learn who our candidates are. 

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Friday, March 24, 2023

Tomie Green Blessing: Accused Killer Free to Kidnap & Rape

It is frankly hard to write this post without repeatedly throwing the laptop against the wall.  A Hinds County grand jury indicted Ryan Christopher Hopkins in 2020 for killing a 21 year-old woman in 2019.  The case is still pending. However, a New Hampshire law grand jury indicted Hopkins in December 2022 for allegedly repeating kidnapping, beating, and raping a woman The Patch.com  reported on December 2: 

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Milling the Meal

Zerobear Polybear started a discussion of all things cornbread several weeks ago with his cornbread recipe.  A mention was made of Sciple's water-powered mill in Kemper County.  Visiting the mill is a step back in time as Sciple's makes flour, grits, and of course, corn meal, the old-fashioned way - make that the 1790's way.  Enjoy the trip to the past posted below.  Oh yes, the Bear included his peach cobbler recipe as well.  

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Unbelievable. Well, Maybe Not.

Five million gallons of water per day.  That is how much water left the Jackson water system when a 48-inch water line busted near the old Colonial Country Club....... back in 2016.  Read that again.  Jackson has been losing 5 million gallons of water a day for 7 years due to just one "leak."   Clarion-Ledger alumna Sarah Fowler reported in the New York Times yesterday: 

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

Plagiarism? We Report, You Decide

The Clarion-Ledger reported yesterday a new development was coming to Ridgeland.  Check out the story posted below and pay attention to the highlighted words: 

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Mayor Trashes City Council

 Jackson First Consul Chokwe Antar Lumumba issued the following statement. 

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2021 Audit: $27 Million Operating Loss for Water/Sewer

 This post covers the presentation of the preliminary audit to the Finance Committee of the Jackson City Council.  The actual audit will be covered in a later post.

The preliminary audit for Jackson's 2021 fiscal year states water/sewer services operated at a $27 million loss while garbage services suffered a $5.2 million loss as well.   Scott Hodges of Tann Brown and Russ, CPA presented the preliminary 2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report to the Finance Committee of the Jackson City Council on March 6. 

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Trollfest '09

Trollfest '07 was such a success that Jackson Jambalaya will once again host Trollfest '09. Catch this great event which will leave NE Jackson & Fondren in flames. Othor Cain and his band, The Black Power Structure headline the night while Sonjay Poontang returns for an encore performance. Former Frank Melton bodyguard Marcus Wright makes his premier appearance at Trollfest singing "I'm a Sweet Transvestite" from "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." Kamikaze will sing his new hit, “How I sold out to da Man.” Robbie Bell again performs: “Mamas, don't let your babies grow up to be Bells” and “Any friend of Ed Peters is a friend of mine”. After the show, Ms. Bell will autograph copies of her mug shot photos. In a salute to “Dancing with the Stars”, Ms. Bell and Hinds County District Attorney Robert Smith will dance the Wango Tango.

Wrestling returns, except this time it will be a Battle Royal with Othor Cain, Ben Allen, Kim Wade, Haley Fisackerly, Alan Lange, and “Big Cat” Donna Ladd all in the ring at the same time. The Battle Royal will be in a steel cage, no time limit, no referee, and the losers must leave town. Marshand Crisler will be the honorary referee (as it gives him a title without actually having to do anything).


Meet KIM Waaaaaade at the Entergy Tent. For five pesos, Kim will sell you a chance to win a deed to a crack house on Ridgeway Street stuffed in the Howard Industries pinata. Don't worry if the pinata is beaten to shreds, as Mr. Wade has Jose, Emmanuel, and Carlos, all illegal immigrants, available as replacements for the it. Upon leaving the Entergy tent, fig leaves will be available in case Entergy literally takes everything you have as part of its Trollfest ticket price adjustment charge.

Donna Ladd of The Jackson Free Press will give several classes on learning how to write. Smearing, writing without factchecking, and reporting only one side of a story will be covered. A donation to pay their taxes will be accepted and she will be signing copies of their former federal tax liens. Ms. Ladd will give a dramatic reading of her two award-winning essays (They received The Jackson Free Press "Best Of" awards.) "Why everything is always about me" and "Why I cover murders better than anyone else in Jackson".

In the spirit of helping those who are less fortunate, Trollfest '09 adopts a cause for which a portion of the proceeds and donations will be donated: Keeping Frank Melton in his home. The “Keep Frank Melton From Being Homeless” booth will sell chances for five dollars to pin the tail on the jackass. John Reeves has graciously volunteered to be the jackass for this honorable excursion into saving Frank's ass. What's an ass between two friends after all? If Mr. Reeves is unable to um, perform, Speaker Billy McCoy has also volunteered as when the word “jackass” was mentioned he immediately ran as fast as he could to sign up.


In order to help clean up the legal profession, Adam Kilgore of the Mississippi Bar will be giving away free, round-trip plane tickets to the North Pole where they keep their bar complaint forms (which are NOT available online). If you don't want to go to the North Pole, you can enjoy Brant Brantley's (of the Mississippi Commission on Judicial Performance) free guided tours of the quicksand field over by High Street where all complaints against judges disappear. If for some reason you are unable to control yourself, never fear; Judge Houston Patton will operate his jail where no lawyers are needed or allowed as you just sit there for minutes... hours.... months...years until he decides he is tired of you sitting in his jail. Do not think Judge Patton is a bad judge however as he plans to serve free Mad Dog 20/20 to all inmates.

Trollfest '09 is a pet-friendly event as well. Feel free to bring your dog with you and do not worry if your pet gets hungry, as employees of the Jackson Zoo will be on hand to provide some of their animals as food when it gets to be feeding time for your little loved one.

Relax at the Fox News Tent. Since there are only three blonde reporters in Jackson (being blonde is a requirement for working at Fox News), Megan and Kathryn from WAPT and Wendy from WLBT will be on loan to Fox. To gain admittance to the VIP section, bring either your Republican Party ID card or a Rebel Flag. Bringing both and a torn-up Obama yard sign will entitle you to free drinks served by Megan, Wendy, and Kathryn. Get your tickets now. Since this is an event for trolls, no ID is required. Just bring the hate. Bring the family, Trollfest '09 is for EVERYONE!!!

This is definitely a Beaver production.


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Trollfest '07

Jackson Jambalaya is the home of Trollfest '07. Catch this great event which promises to leave NE Jackson & Fondren in flames. Sonjay Poontang and his band headline the night with a special steel cage, no time limit "loser must leave town" bout between Alan Lange and "Big Cat"Donna Ladd following afterwards. Kamikaze will perform his new song F*** Bush, he's still a _____. Did I mention there was no referee? Dr. Heddy Matthias and Lori Gregory will face off in the undercard dueling with dangling participles and other um, devices. Robbie Bell will perform Her two latest songs: My Best Friends are in the Media and Mama's, Don't Let Your Babies Grow up to be George Bell. Sid Salter of The Clarion-Ledger will host "Pin the Tail on the Trial Lawyer", sponsored by State Farm.

There will be a hugging booth where in exchange for your young son, Frank Melton will give you a loooong hug. Trollfest will have a dunking booth where Muhammed the terrorist will curse you to Allah as you try to hit a target that will drop him into a vat of pig grease. However, in the true spirit of Separate But Equal, Don Imus and someone from NE Jackson will also sit in the dunking booth for an equal amount of time. Tom Head will give a reading for two hours on why he can't figure out who the hell he is. Cliff Cargill will give lessons with his .80 caliber desert eagle, using Frank Melton photos as targets. Tackleberry will be on hand for an autograph session. KIM Waaaaaade will be passing out free titles and deeds to crackhouses formerly owned by The Wood Street Players.

If you get tired come relax at the Fox News Tent. To gain admittance to the VIP section, bring either your Republican Party ID card or a Rebel Flag. Bringing both will entitle you to free drinks.Get your tickets now. Since this is an event for trolls, no ID is required, just bring the hate. Bring the family, Trollfest '07 is for EVERYONE!!!

This is definitely a Beaver production.

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