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Smith came to Jackson after attending barber college in Lincoln, Nebraska, a path he came about indirectly.

“There are so many amazing women jewelry-makers that are already doing cool stuff in the area… I know my stuff is vastly different, but I just didn’t expect that response.”

“I think I bring a sense of respect and kindness. The Hope Lodge program provides access to care by providing free lodging, from two nights to six months or more.”

Rida sees a lot of momentum here, “a lot of people who are ready for a great change to happen, especially with the younger generations.”

johnson has joined the team of interdisciplinary professionals tapped to implement Fertile Ground, a $1 million public art project funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies.

“I thought I should challenge myself, and I’ve always wanted to pick up photography, so (a food blog) evolved.”

“I sent the record to a friend to hear,” Spencer said, “and he sent me a text: ‘You wrote a record about depression – and it’s beautiful.’”

Woodland Hills deeded the buildings and property to Fondren Church April 30.

Sewell is one of four seniors from the class of 2019 at St. Andrew’s accepted to one of the nation’s prestigious military academies.

Jim Wilkirson, Fondren Renaissance Foundation’s Executive Director for nearly a decade, is stepping out of his lead role effective May 1.