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Michelle Obama Style Guidenew
Michelle Obama may be taking over Jackie O's spot as America's most fashionable first lady. Here's the rundown on her favorite looks and designers.
Jackson Free Press |
Jaclyn Bethany |
05-11-2009 |
Fashion
Tags: fashion, Michelle Obama
Ready or Not for Babynew
Babies have a habit of appearing at the least opportune moment, like when a verdict is due on a big story. And no two pregnancies (or births) are ever the same.
Jackson Free Press |
Dawn Dugle |
05-11-2009 |
Culture
Pregnant with Possibilitiesnew
Columnist Lori Gregory reports from her 11 millionth month of pregnancy.
Jackson Free Press |
Lori Gregory |
05-11-2009 |
Comedy
Fighting the Pig Cootiesnew
How will the Mexican Pig Cooties affect financially challenged urban residents?
Jackson Free Press |
Ken Stiggers |
05-11-2009 |
Comedy
Lessons From My Mothernew
Maggie Neff passes on six lessons her mother taught her, some commonsensical, some not so much.
Jackson Free Press |
Maggie Neff |
05-11-2009 |
Culture
Tags: motherhood, advice
Choosing a Furry Family Membernew
Adopting a pet can be great for your health. Just make sure you account for your new furry friends' health and happiness, too.
Jackson Free Press |
Andi Agnew |
04-24-2009 |
Animal Issues
Tags: pet adoption
Black Joe Lewisnew
Putting out an album reflecting your influences is one thing, but for Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears to last beyond the flavor-of-the-month period, they need a single worthy of the legends they emulate.
Jackson Free Press |
Rob Hamilton |
04-24-2009 |
Profiles & Interviews
A 'Graphic History' of Intellectual Delinquencynew
This graphic anthology of "Beats" biographies mostly tells the intertwining stories of Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg and William S. Burroughs, featuring those written by alternative comics king, Harvey Pekar.
Jackson Free Press |
Darren Schwindaman |
04-24-2009 |
Nonfiction
'If I Could Choose Yesterday'new
In his memoir, Bill Miles provides an astute life-long observer's view of pivotal historic events in the Magnolia State and the politics that make up Mississippi.
Jackson Free Press |
Jere Nash |
04-24-2009 |
Nonfiction
Replacing Mr. Peanutnew
Between recalls and allergies, using peanuts in your recipes may not be your best bet. Substituting almonds can be a healthier, tastier alternative.
Jackson Free Press |
Neola Young |
04-24-2009 |
Food+Drink
Grocery Gratificationnew
Green Girl gives readers step-by-step instructions for helping the environment while staying within a grocery budget.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
04-24-2009 |
Culture
The Death of Birthnew
Species are becoming extinct faster than scientists can identify them. While death is a natural part of the cycle of life, extinction signals the death of birth.
Jackson Free Press |
Brian Johnson |
04-24-2009 |
Commentary
Tags: environment, animal issues
'Alphabet Juice' Is a Sesquipedlaian Delightnew
Reading Alphabet Juice is like chaperoning a jungle gym full of words at play; you attentively watch them run among and slip and slide as you sit back and enjoy the cool evening breeze.
Jackson Free Press |
Sarah Litvin |
04-16-2009 |
Nonfiction
Eclipsing Slave History: 'Sugar of the Crop'new
Sana Butler set out to tell the stories of the children of slaves in America. Her book, however, is all about her, which is a shame.
Jackson Free Press |
Walter Biggins |
04-16-2009 |
Nonfiction
Bacon Forevernew
Exploring the unlikely marriage of sweet and savory flavors with a recipe for Chocolate Chip and Bacon Cookies.
Jackson Free Press |
Neola Young |
04-16-2009 |
Food+Drink
