AltWeeklies Wire
Combating the Dry Seasonnew
Labels like to flood the market during Christmas season, drying out their musical resources for the beginning of the next year. Luckily for hip-hop, though, we can combat this dry season by hitting street corners and the Internet for mixtapes.
Jackson Free Press |
David Dennis Jr. |
02-29-2008 |
Commentary
The Lost Art of Eating Breakfastnew
Breakfast is a magical time, a sort of gentle awakening to the world. It's also the most neglected meal of the day.
Jackson Free Press |
Sarah Christine Bolton |
02-29-2008 |
Food+Drink
Caucus, Cabaret and Disconew
The Ghetto Science Team Super Delegate Caucus, Cabaret and Disco meets at Clubb Chicken Wing.
Jackson Free Press |
Sue Doh Nem |
02-29-2008 |
Comedy
Tags: humor & satire
Pecos Bill and the Haunted Statenew
As the nation struggles to determine an intelligent immigration policy -- which we desperately need -- it is time for a moratorium on "illegal" tall tales.
Jackson Free Press |
Donna Ladd |
02-22-2008 |
Commentary
Waiting For (Pocket) Changenew
As the rich get richer and the broke remain broke, a tiny ray of hope for the nation's financially challenged consumer appears in the form of $600 to $1,200 economic stimulus packages.
Jackson Free Press |
Sue Doh Nem |
02-22-2008 |
Comedy
Tags: humor & satire
Constructing the Authentic Love Songnew
There is something to be said for the love songs that understand the incredible amount of yourself you invest in another person and the choices and sacrifices you must make to keep the relationship strong.
Jackson Free Press |
Rob Hamilton |
02-14-2008 |
Commentary
Cooking Under Pressurenew
Anyone who takes an interest in cooking should learn how to use a pressure cooker. But, it takes time.
Jackson Free Press |
Jesse Yancy |
02-14-2008 |
Food+Drink
'Barack Obama' Hopenew
Sista Encouragement shares a bright light of "Barack Obama" hope during this financially dim and dismal period of our daily living.
Jackson Free Press |
Sue Doh Nem |
02-14-2008 |
Comedy
Tags: humor & satire
Grammy Rehabnew
We find it hard to put our own selfish desire to be entertained over someone's personal well-being. In a sense we all need to go to rehab.
Jackson Free Press |
Kamikaze |
02-14-2008 |
Commentary
Decadence and Chocolatenew
These family recipes are decadent, and easy to make (why spend time in the kitchen when you can spend time holding hands?). They create great wonderful messes on fingers and faces -- all the better for licking your lover clean.
Jackson Free Press |
Jackie Warren Tatum |
02-07-2008 |
Food+Drink
DIY Play Doughnew
This year, make a quick and easy Valentine's gift for the kids in your life. Experiment with color, scent and glitter to create homemade play dough.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
02-07-2008 |
Culture
Transforming the Box of Chocolatesnew
With just a little extra attention, a box of chocolates could easily be the most thoughtful gift you’ve ever given.
Jackson Free Press |
Kristen Phillips |
02-07-2008 |
Culture
How to Do Valentine's Day, Sans Datenew
If you've recently kicked your valentine to the curb, don't sit in front of your private bonfire burning every item that reminds you of him or her. Instead, get the guys and/or girls together and party it up with these fun ideas.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith, Maggie Burks and Ronni Mott |
02-07-2008 |
Culture
In the Cuffnew
Have no clue what to get the beau in your life for Valentine's Day? Whether he's metrosexual, geek chic or a metal head, you can make a pair of cufflinks to fit his taste.
Jackson Free Press |
Lizbeth Von Lush |
02-07-2008 |
Fashion
Tags: fashion
Love the Planetnew
When you're looking for a box of chocolates, flowers or a bottle of wine to help you celebrate Valentine's Day, think about the environmental and human sacrifices behind them. Buy organic, certified fair trade products.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
02-07-2008 |
Culture
