6+ hour, 50+ min ago  (726+ words) By Stacy M. Brown" Standing before thousands gathered for the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, Michelle Obama celebrated what the sprawling complex represents, noting that it's more than a monument to a former president. The former first lady made sure…...

6+ hour, 47+ min ago  (879+ words) A friend of mine once said that America is the only country that insists on grading its own homework. I thought about that recently while listening to speeches celebrating the nation's 250th birthday, watching politicians wrap themselves in flags and founders,…...

11+ hour, 52+ min ago  (1067+ words) Shabazz says the fight for justice in Marcus Taylor's case extends far beyond one individual, describing it as part of a broader effort to address systemic failures in Mississippi's criminal justice system and throughout the South. When asked who bears…...

11+ hour, 11+ min ago  (96+ words) GALLERY - State Representative District 72 candidate Justis Gibbs hosted a fundraising reception at Rickhouse by Manship in Jackson Jackson Advocate Your contribution helps us continue delivering vital stories and uplifting our community. For Black Mississippians and the broader African American community....

13+ hour ago  (334+ words) By Keisha L. Stokes-Hough, Esq. Reprint Permission by American Bar Association Opening Doors and Leveraging Your Networks One of the greatest benefits of mentorship is the exposure to opportunities that mentees may not have otherwise been aware of. Young professionals often…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago  (1873+ words) TO: ALL OTHER PERSONS, FIRMS, AND CORPORATIONS HAVING OR CLAIMING ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE INTERESTS IN THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LAND Plaintiff, seeking a Confirmation of Title. Defendants other than you in this action are unknown. You are required to mail…...

3+ day, 13+ hour ago  (228+ words) By Drustella Neely, Ph. D. It is with profound respect and deep sadness the civil rights community announces the passing of Mike Sayer." Community organizers, civil rights advocates, and legal leaders across Mississippi are pausing to honor his immense legacy. Sayer…...

3+ day, 12+ hour ago  (108+ words) GALLERY - Make-A-Wish Mississippi and Members Exchange Federal Credit Union surprised Jessie Fields with a wish reveal celebration ahead of his upcoming trip to Disney World's Animal Kingdom Jackson Advocate Your contribution helps us continue delivering vital stories and uplifting our…...

3+ day, 11+ hour ago  (663+ words) Written by Abby Woods'Everybody wants to talk about what's happening to Jackson. Few people are asking the real question: Who will own Jackson when the dust settles? This conversation is overdue. So when I say "before they buy the block,…...

3+ day, 13+ hour ago  (715+ words) JANS " Jackson Memorial Funeral Services, LLC awarded seven $1, 000 scholarships to deserving graduate seniors during a private Scholarship Luncheon on Tuesday, May 19, at the Georgetown Community Event Center, located at 800 West Woodrow Wilson Avenue in Jackson. The event recognized and honored…...