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No Comfort in ‘12 Years a Slave’new

In “12 Years a Slave,” Chiwetel Ejiofor takes on the story of Solomon Northup.
Jackson Free Press |
R.L. Nave |
11-22-2013 |
Movies
Tags: Steve McQueen, 12 Years a Slave
Establishing and Empoweringnew
Women can apply the lessons of leaning in to their careers and lives no matter their profession.
Jackson Free Press |
Julie Skipper |
11-22-2013 |
Advice
Gods, Tricksters and Strong Womennew
As the title character, Chris Hemsworth wields a mighty hammer in “Thor: The Dark World.”
Jackson Free Press |
Anita Modak-Truran |
11-15-2013 |
Movies
FDA May Torpedo Food Movementnew

New rules under the Food Safety Modernization Act could adversely affect small organic farms.
Jackson Free Press |
Jim Pathfinder Ewing |
11-15-2013 |
Food+Drink
How Will You Celebrate Halloween?new
One fun aspect of Halloween each year is predicting which topical costumes you'll see all over the place.
Jackson Free Press |
JFP Staff |
10-24-2013 |
Culture
Tags: Halloween
Efficient Trick-or-Treatingnew
Making a plan in advance can help your little adventurers have a happy Halloween that is safe, less stressful and meltdown-free.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
10-24-2013 |
Advice
All Hallows Readnew
Science-fiction writer Neil Gaiman wants Halloween to also be a book- giving holiday.
Jackson Free Press |
Amber Helsel |
10-24-2013 |
Books
Fall Anticipationnew
After an exciting summer of new releases, music lovers might be left wondering if things could get any better.
Jackson Free Press |
Briana Robinson |
10-24-2013 |
Music
Tricky Treatsnew
Candy-coated strawberries are a classic, and turning them into little ghosts is easier than you think.
Jackson Free Press |
Amber Helsel |
10-24-2013 |
Food+Drink
Wig Outnew
Jackson Free Press Art Director Kristin Brenemen shared her tips for transforming a wig into the perfect topper for any costume.
Jackson Free Press |
Kathleen M. Mitchell |
10-24-2013 |
Advice
DIY Costumes for Kidsnew
Want cool kid costumes without the sticker shock of the catalogs? Fashion a look from garments and objects you may have lying around the house instead.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
10-24-2013 |
Advice
Día de los Muertosnew
Mesoamericans celebrate the dead the first two days of November.
Jackson Free Press |
Justin Hosemann |
10-24-2013 |
Culture
Holy Tandemonynew
For some people, exercise is a way to disconnect from the world for a period of time each day. Many enjoy going for long runs or bike rides alone as a way to get away from everyone and everything, and to clear their heads.
Jackson Free Press |
ShaWanda Jacome |
10-17-2013 |
Health
Chance the Purchasenew
Blind-purchasing music can put your preconceived tastes to the test.
Jackson Free Press |
Micah Smith |
10-17-2013 |
Music
Autumnal I Donew
A make-your-own candy apple bar is a decadent and fun way to bring fall flavors to your wedding reception.
Jackson Free Press |
Kathleen M. Mitchell |
10-17-2013 |
Advice