AltWeeklies Wire
The Contraception Warsnew
Most of you have surely heard by now that former presidential hopeful Mitt Romney is blaming his resounding loss on "gifts" that President Obama offered young voters, African Americans and Latinos.
Jackson Free Press |
Donna Ladd |
11-30-2012 |
Commentary
Ole Miss Leaves MSU with Egg on Its Facenew
Even before Ole Miss’ 41-24 win over Mississippi State last Saturday, Hugh Freeze’s first season as Rebels head coach was a resounding success.
Jackson Free Press |
JFP Staff |
11-30-2012 |
Sports
Cold Weather, Warm Kitchennew
I’m not saying there’s anything wrong with a great bowl of hearty chili or a big pot of chicken noodle soup, but I’d like to delve into something a little less traditional when it comes to cold weather foods, and that’s Creole cuisine.
Jackson Free Press |
JFP Staff |
11-30-2012 |
Food+Drink
The Culture Wars, 20 Years Laternew
Whether he knew it or not, Pat Buchanan’s “culture war” speech over the role of women in society, same-sex marriage and abortion foreshadowed a battle that still rages today.
Jackson Free Press |
JFP Staff |
11-30-2012 |
Commentary
TobyMac is Bigger Than Evernew
As a member of DC Talk in the ’90s and early 2000s and a solo artist ever since, TobyMac has long known what it’s like to be at the peak of the Christian music scene.
Jackson Free Press |
Jacob Fuller |
11-30-2012 |
Music
American Idiotnew
When Davy Rothbart applied for a job at National Public Radio’s “This American Life” radio program, he was honest about his previous job experience: pizza delivery guy, ticket scalper, marijuana salesman.
Jackson Free Press |
Kathleen M. Mitchell |
11-30-2012 |
Books
Project 12new
With craft beer popping up all over the country, Budweiser asked 12 of their brewmasters from all over the U.S. to create a new beer that would fit into the Budweiser brand, while taking it into new territory.
Jackson Free Press |
Kathleen M. Mitchell |
11-30-2012 |
Food+Drink
Seven Hospitals Deny Mississippi Abortion Clinicnew

The last clinic where Mississippi women can get an abortion is once again in peril.
Jackson Free Press |
R.L. Nave |
11-30-2012 |
The War on Women
Tags: Abortion in Mississippi
A Jump to the Left? Mississippi: The 2012 Elections and Beyondnew
Among the many names folks have called Mississippi—from the Hospitality State to the Cradle of the Confederacy—“political trendsetter” probably doesn’t rank high on many lists.
Jackson Free Press |
Ronni Mott |
11-17-2012 |
Commentary
The Icing on the Cakenew
An unexpected detail—such as icing insects—can make a traditional wedding cake unforgettable.
Jackson Free Press |
JFP Staff |
11-16-2012 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Wedding Cakes
Haute (White) Housenew
In her husband’s first term, Michelle Obama captured the hearts of fashionistas from sea to shining sea with her classic, yet adventurous style.
Jackson Free Press |
Kathleen M. Mitchell |
11-16-2012 |
Fashion
Tags: Michelle Obama fashion
Stinker Quote of the Week: "Suppressing"new
Once again, it seems that a conservative is attempting to appropriate words and change history.
Jackson Free Press |
JFP Editorial Board |
11-16-2012 |
Commentary
Bloody Good Shownew
Daniel Craig brings new dimensions to James Bond in “Skyfall,” the 23rd film in the franchise.
Jackson Free Press |
Anita Modak-Truran |
11-16-2012 |
Reviews
'We Can't Be Bought'new
Mama was right: Money can't buy everything.
Jackson Free Press |
Joe Atkins |
11-16-2012 |
Commentary
Hear Them Roar ...new
Women's issues—and women's votes—were front and center in the Nov. 6 vote.
Jackson Free Press |
Ronni Mott |
11-16-2012 |
The War on Women