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Rodents, insects: May health inspections in, near Jackson, MS. 6 restaurants, schools fail
A "C" rating is considered a failing grade by the Mississippi State Health Department. Six places in, near Jackson failed ...
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The end of an era: Jackson Memorial High students see new chances for excellence ahead
Students and staff say they are looking forward to new academic and athletic opportunities under a united Jackson high school ...
Two MS Coast school districts are ditching uniforms next year. Here’s why
Two Mississippi Coast school districts will let students come to class next year wearing modest clothes of their choice ...
Jackson Public Schools place 2 on administrative leave after funds go missing. See how much
Jackson Public Schools have placed two on administrative leave after money goes missing. Investigation is underway.
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Des Moines Public Schools gives Jackson Elementary a new — but familiar — name
Des Moines Public Schools' Jackson Elementary will continue to be called Jackson Elementary but will honor a new historical figure going forward. The Des Moines School Board voted unanimously ...
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John Horhn defeats incumbent Chokwe Antar Lumumba in Jackson Democratic mayoral runoff
State Sen. John Horhn secured the Democratic nomination and is heavily favored to become Jackson’s next mayor. After polls closed Tuesday night, Horhn received 74.75%, or 18,493 total votes in ...
How Jackson, MS, June 3 election could shake up the Jackson City Council, mayor relations
Jackson’s June 3 election could shake up City Hall, with new council members and a new mayor promising collaboration. The hard part? Making it happen.