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ne student in particular holds a special place for Dorlisa Hutton, project manager at the educational nonprofit Scientific Research, aka SR1, in Jackson. Hutton, 35, has been working with Jamesia since the young woman was in 6th grade. She was not strong academically, and other students at her school even characterized her has a bully. Once Jamesia started going to SR1, though, she began to recognize the importance of her education and grew academically and socially. Hutton attended her 8th-grade graduation last year, where Jamesia received a leadership award. At SR1, Hutton oversees the objectives of the organization, with the goal of exposing students to areas of academics and recreation they may not be privy to elsewhere, such as scientific experiments, soccer and camping. SR1 offers mentoring and tutoring, specifically in STEM subjects—science, technology, engineering and mathematics—and projects, such as a robotics team that competes across the state. “A lot of our students don’t have a lot of hands-on activities in class during the school day,” Hutton says. “And sometimes, especially in ... the STEM field, if you’re just having concepts given to you where you just have to know definitions, sometimes it’s hard to make the connection, and that’s what we’ve realized.” SR1 also offers educational programs in outdoor activities such as camping and nontraditional sports such as golfing and archery.

Hutton, a Jackson native, received her bachelor’s degree in health-care administration in 2002 and her master’s in public health in 2004, both from Jackson State University, and a second master’s degree in biomedical sciences from the University of Mississippi in 2011. While the inquiry involved in science subjects has always captivated her interest, public service and giving back are Hutton’s true passions. She has always worked in communityfocused jobs. “One of the biggest things that you can do is give back to the youth,” Hutton says. Ultimately, what Hutton wants most is college access and success for her students, which is why she tries to work with them from the time they enter the program through high school and graduation. Now a 9th grader, Jamesia is determined to be the first of her immediate family to attend college. “She said, ‘You’ve told me since 6th grade that I was going to college. And I’m going,’” Hutton says. Last summer, Jamesia took “the initiative to go above and beyond,” Hutton says, to study for the upcoming year’s biology and algebra courses, even after SR1’s five-week summer camp had ended. It’s this determination that inspires Hutton to continue her work in education and to stay in Mississippi. “I’ve had the opportunity to leave, but I’ve just always felt if all the good people to continue to leave, who’s going to be here to help serve?” Hutton says. —Anna Wolfe

CONTENTS

11 Will the Ban Stand?

Inside the court case that could finally legalize same-sex marriage in Mississippi.

26 A Local Thanksgiving

If you find yourself not wanting to cook a whole meal this Thanksgiving, local restaurants have you covered.

35 Yes, MAAM

“Some of these songs haven’t been performed as they were composed in hundreds of years,. (The Mississippi Academy of Ancient Music is) either re-hearing, discovering anew or discovering that we’ve never really heard them before.” —Richard McGinnis, “Say ‘Yes, MAAM’ to Classical Music”

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EDITOR’S note

by Donna Ladd, Editor-in-Chief

Of Charles Barbour, TEDxJackson and Decent Role Models

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have a hangover of sorts. I could almost call the last 10 days of my life over-stimulated with important, hairy, life-changing ideas, or ones that promise to be. Within the course of a week, I attended the inaugural TEDxJackson in Fondren (the state’s first) and then headed out to Dallas for a series of sessions about structural racism first by the Kellogg Foundation and then at the national Facing Race gathering of more than 1,500 people. At points, my head felt like it might explode with all the forward-thinking chatter—from UMMC’s telehealth to Melody Moody’s sermon on the need for a bicycling culture here in Jackson, then deep conversation about the dangers of pretending that our society is post-racial and our playing field suddenly level when it’s so clearly not. Then, of course, was Pam Shaw’s passionate remarks about both the discriminatory history of public education and the need to strengthen it at TEDxJackson—arguably the most important talk we heard that day. Everything I heard at these gatherings, though, was underscored by remarks that Ward 1 Jackson City Council candidate Charles Barbour made to this paper, though—words that I couldn’t get out of my head and still can’t. He both attacked public education and outright blamed the black family, and a complete lack of role models that work for a living, for the problems that many African American youth face. Because, you know, every black person is completely the same and, to his logic, pretty worthless. Barbour said that public education can’t be expected to fix this general malaise he blames black folks for: “When you have black boys being raised up never to see how a black man is supposed to work. They’re never around a positive black male role model. It’s very sad, but Jackson Public Schools system cannot fix that.” Now, this kind of race coding to get a

certain kind of vote is nothing new; in fact, his Uncle Haley and his mentor Lee Atwater helped design the “southern strategy” of using black single welfare mothers and black super-predator criminals to scare up white votes for Republicans, including Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan. And a part of that whole backward game is convincing white people not to support public education that is going to help all those good-for-

Don’t take the bait. Be better. Prove we’re different these days. nothings who don’t do for themselves. All of us have heard this garbage over and over again, especially if we’re white because we’re the target audience for it. In some ways, we become immune to such political nastiness. But, in the spirit of big ideas and the problems that block them from happening, it’s time to say “enough!” and call this out for it is. If we don’t, we’re no better than all the white folks in Mississippi in the 1960s and before who justified underfunding to public schools and public segregation by talking about how dangerous and lazy black people were. (Anyone else seeing the similarities in the rhetoric here?) So I’ll say it: Barbour’s comments were complete and explicit racism. It’s the kind of race-baiting B.S. I don’t want to see in my city, and I sure don’t want it to win votes

from white folks these so-called great role models think are bigoted enough to buy it. We’re better than that, Jackson—yes, even those who live in northeast Jackson. Don’t take the bait. Be better. Prove we’re different these days. Some will continue resorting to logical gymnastics to say “he’s right, though.” Because, of course, it must be true because just look at crime and poverty, etc., etc.—if it’s not the family’s fault, whose is it? Umm, maybe it’s the fault of many decades of discriminatory policies specifically designed not to allow families of color to build wealth or political power, much less vote. Maybe it’s the fault of a criminal-justice system that gives longer sentences to (or kills) black men for lesser crimes than those committed by whites (and if you’re white in Jackson, I dare you to say honestly you don’t know a white family whose child hasn’t gotten out of a drug arrest either because of who they knew or due to a little donation). Maybe it’s the fault of a completely unequal public-education system with funding largely based on the economic health of communities, meaning that students of color get the shaft when white families flee elsewhere and take their tax dollars with them. Maybe it’s the fault of politicians, like Barbour favorite Ronald Reagan, who helped manufacture a public-education “crisis” to feed the fears of white people still reeling from their then-beloved public schools being forcefully integrated a decade before. Maybe it’s the fault of banks and lenders and landlords and realtors who “redlined” people of color out of “good” neighborhoods and business opportunities due solely to their race as recently as the early 1980s—and often by the very role models that people like Charles Barbour believe are missing from the lives of young people of color. These simple facts about what built today’s inequality is not discussed by people

like Mr. Barbour, though. They still use the same old-school scare tactics that should offend white voters because they assume we’re too dumb to see through the lies and reject them. They proudly tell the world we white folks haven’t changed. It’s up to all of us to stand up against this kind of backward demagoguery that is designed to divide and conquer us—whether over decent health care or simply bringing our damn schools up to even “adequate” levels. Why is this even an argument in the 21st century? These folks slam and defund our public schools and then tell us we can’t have the resources to fix the problems. They damn well know, if they’re not complete dumbasses, that underfunded education leads to crime, continued poverty and an untrained workforce, all of which stifle the state’s economic status. Is it really more important to continue these problems so people like Mr. Barbour have something to blame on “the other”? Yes, I thought about Charles Barbour and these remarks a lot over the last week or so. I even tweeted about them as I sat in the Capri and listened to TEDxJackson speakers inspire us with creative ideas for our state and challenge us to believe in our potential. I am certainly “ridiculously optimistic,” as Kermit the Frog urged there, about this state’s ability to overcome our past, build new and stronger institutions, decide to educate our people and step up to the plate with the big boys. I’m all in and have dedicated my life and work to it. But we won’t, and can’t, do it if we refuse to plug our foundation’s historic holes, especially in education. Our state’s future starts and ends with good, funded public education. It’s time to tell the Barbours and their buddies to stop playing games with our state’s children and our shared economic future. You can’t run a damn thing like a business if you refuse to invest in it with your resources. Any decent role model knows that.

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CONTRIBUTORS

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Anna Wolfe

R.L. Nave

Amber Helsel

Dustin Cardon

Genevieve Legacy

Jake Sund

LaTonya Miller

Natalie West

Whether it’s sources treating her like a child or public officials dodging her phone calls, Investigative Reporter Anna Wolfe simply “cannot.” She can, however, take your story ideas at anna@jacksonfreepress.com. She wrote the cover story.

R.L. Nave, native Missourian and news editor, roots for St. Louis (and the Mizzou Tigers)—and for Jackson. Send him news tips at rlnave@ jacksonfreepress.com or call him at 601-362-6121 ext. 12. He wrote news stories.

Assistant Editor Amber Helsel graduated from Ole Miss with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. She strives to be an audiophile like Lane Kim. She wrote a wellness story, among many other things this issue.

Web Editor Dustin Cardon is a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi. He enjoys reading fantasy novels and wants to write them himself one day. He wrote a food story.

Freelance writer Genevieve Legacy is an artist, writer and community-development consultant. She works at Hope Enterprise Corporation and lives in Brandon with her husband and youngest son. She wrote an arts story.

Jake Sund is a native of Madison, with a bachelor’s degree in English education from Mississippi State University. If he’s out and about, chances are he’s watching live music somewhere in the Jackson area. He wrote a music story.

LaTonya Miller is a freelance writer who is passionate about music, photography and all things positive. You can visit her anytime at her second home, online at etudelife.com. She wrote a music story.

Marketing Assistant Natalie West enjoys marketing and assisting. She is a classic Capricorn even though she doesn’t believe in that ish. Neil deGrasse Tyson lives on her desk.

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feedback on jfp.ms Response to “Judge Promises Same-Sex Marriage Ruling Quickly� by Anna Wolfe Zambanini4Equality Good luck, Mississippi couples! I have absolutely no doubt you will win this battle for equality under the law! Of course the defense will try to appeal and delay ... but it’s just a matter of time. Response to “Mississippi’s First Same-Sex Challenge Hits Court Tomorrow� by Anna Wolfe KeithPullman There is no good reason to deny

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that we must keep evolving until an adult, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, monogamy or polyamory, race or religion is free to share love, sex, residence and marriage (and any of those without the others) with any and all consenting adults. Polyamory, polygamy and open relationships are not for everyone. The limited same-gender freedom to marry is a great and historic step, but is not full marriage equality, because equality “just for someâ€? is not equality. Let’s stand up for every adult’s right to marry the person(s) they love. Response to “Behind the Façadeâ€? by Amber Helsel wcgarner I tell myself I put on makeup because I like the way I look with it better than the way I look

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to the House and Senate will probably happen now. Both parties do not seem to offer realistic, practical, get-the-workdone people. It is a waste of money for as little as they work per year to be paying $154,000 each per year for 535 members of Congress, more for chairmen and leadership, their assistants, printing, benefits, etc.

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Turtleread It’s probably true, during the two years the Democrats had the House, Senate and Presidency, they did not feel the urge to move immigration or fix other long-standing problems. Electing more independents

Turtleread I’m sure something can be worked out, although it should then be routed back to the Judiciary Committees in the State Legislature to be worked into the law, as I would imagine that this would affect the whole state.

A Presley Gubernatorial Run?

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ast summer, while I was visiting with former Gov. William Winter, we discussed the upcoming 2015 statewide elections. He told me that Northern District Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley of Nettleton may run for governor. The news first caught me by surprise, since I believed Presley would likely wait until the 2019 state elections to make a gubernatorial bid. However, the more I thought about it, the more I knew that he may run sooner rather than later. I came to know Presley years ago when we were both elected mayors of our hometowns in 2001. He has always had a populist style that has served him well during both his municipal service and now through his second term on the Public Service Commission where his district includes 33 counties. Presley’s public-relations skills and constituent service record is impressive. He appeals to rural voters in the same manner as Cliff Finch did with his down-home populism. He has a record of working with all

races and economic backgrounds. However, it will take money and name identification for an effective gubernatorial race, especially when running against an incumbent. Being a cousin of “the King of Rock and Roll� (the grandfathers of Elvis and Brandon are brothers) sure doesn’t hurt matters in the name-identification category. As far as the funds needed to run effectively, Presley’s fundraising is now in gear. He had a fundraiser recently in Tupelo with a list of supporters on the invitation that shows he has support on both sides of the aisle in Mississippi politics. One thing for sure: Next year’s gubernatorial race needs to be a debate on the important issues facing this state. At the top of the list includes whether to expand Medicaid, give more funding to education, job creation and addressing the need to repair dangerous bridges in this state. There was a lack of debate of the issues during this year’s U.S. Senate race. That needs to change when next year’s state elections comes around.

Debating the issues is where Presley’s populist appeal may be very effective. He is known for his strong opinions and standing his ground. To see this, one needs to look no further than his criticism of the Kemper County coal plant. His record of looking out for the consumer would also serve him well in south Mississippi—where he has not previously been on the ballot—if he launched a statewide campaign. A competitive race with a serious debate of the issues could be at the top of the ballot next year if Presley makes the decision to run for governor. There is no doubt that the state’s Democrats would like to see a fellow Democrat assume the governor’s mansion after the 2015 state elections. Perhaps Presley could be the one to make it happen? Ken Strachan is a former member of the State Democratic Executive Committee, a former mayor of North Carrollton and serves as Carroll County coroner.

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Wednesday, November 12 A federal judge strikes down South Carolina’s same-sex marriage ban as unconstitutional but also gives the state a week to appeal. … The European Space Agency’s Rosetta spacecraft, launched a decade ago, successfully launches its Philae lander onto a comet’s surface.

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hen the smoke settled after the two-alarm blaze at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum on Nov. 13, one thing became clear: The Jackson Fire Department garnered high praise for keeping the conflagration from being a lot worse by containing it quickly.

historic structures from ruin, even though several buildings and thousands of dollars worth of equipment was destroyed. “We are incredibly grateful for the Jackson Fire Department and their extraordinary efforts to extinguish and control the fire throughout the night assuring that no more history was destroyed,” TRIP BURNS

Thursday, November 13 A high-level Syrian opposition official and a rebel commander report that militant leaders from the Islamic State group and al-Qaida recently gathered in northern Syria and agreed on a plan to stop fighting each other and work together against their opponents.

The Fire Next Time

Friday, November 14 The U.S. government announces that it will launch a program in December to grant refugee status to some minors under the age of 21 who live in Central America and whose parents legally reside in the United States. … The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit rejects a challenge to Obamacare that would have enabled nonprofit religious organizations to avoid government-approved contraception programs. Saturday, November 15 Russian President Vladimir Putin has warships enter international waters off the northeast Australian coast to coincide with his visit to the country for the G20 summit of the leaders of the world’s 20 biggest industrialized and developing economies.

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Sunday, November 16 The White House confirms the death of U.S. aid worker Peter Kassig following a video released by the Islamic State group showing extremists beheading a dozen Syrian soldiers and concluding with a militant claiming to have killed Kassig.

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Monday, November 17 A same-sex couple from Michigan files a plea to the Supreme Court calling on the justices to overturn an appeals court ruling that upheld anti-gay marriage laws in Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Tennessee. Tuesday, November 18 The U.N. General Assembly’s human rights committee votes on a resolution demanding North Korea’s referral to the International Criminal Court for its leaders’ alleged crimes against humanity.

City Council President De’Keither Stamps said last week’s fire at the stateowned Ag Museum, which Jackson fire crews extinguished, is a prime example of why the state should be kicking in to pay for public safety.

Cindy Hyde-Smith, the state’s commissioner of agriculture and commerce, which runs the museum, credited JFD for responding promptly and bringing the fire under control and saving multiple other

The Benefits of a Better Education by Amber Helsel

Hyde-Smith said in a statement. With the exception of one worker who had a minor injury, no one was badly hurt during the fire whose cause remains unknown although investigators have

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he cover story in this issue examines Mississippi’s problem of low education funding. Here are some of the things that would happen if the state government would honor the law requiring adequate education funding. Students would have more knowledge on a wider range of topics. Education can actually improve your health. Studies show that an additional year of high school improves overall health by 15 to 30 percent. If more people were educated, there would be less crime. A study conducted in 2004

ruled out arson. The fire also followed a little over one year after a fire ripped through the historic Hinds County Armory at the Fairgrounds, which HydeSmith’s state agency also manages. Jackson officials point to both incidents as reasons the Legislature should either provide the capital an appropriation for police and fire protection of state buildings or allow a payment-in-lieu-oftaxes whereby the state pays a nominal fee to the city to offset the fact that state agencies do not pay property taxes. The state has always been cool to both proposals, reasoning that just the presence of state agencies—and therefore workers—is enough benefit to Jackson by providing sales tax revenue the city would not otherwise receive. City Council President and Ward 4 Councilman De’Keither Stamps argues that state buildings require resources that city could be using elsewhere. “What if there were two more house fires on the other side of town?” Stamps said the day after the Ag Museum fire. “We have to keep all of Jackson safe.” In recent years, Jackson lawmakers have repeatedly sponsored legislation to give the city a boost for the drain the state can be on city resources, but the proposals rarely make it out of committee. Last year, while the Legislature ignored Jackson’s request for police and protection resources, lawmakers did earmark $500,000 for a yet-to-be-completed crime study.

estimated that increasing high-school graduation rates by one point would have resulted in 100,000 fewer crimes in 1990. An improved education leads to higher income levels and greater productivity. With fewer people living in poverty, both crime and public-assistance rates drop. A better education actually leads to a longer life. Data on oeceducationtoday.blogspot. com shows that a 30-year-old man who has completed secondary education lives eight years long than a 30-year-old man who hasn’t. Education improves social skills.

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A Jackson Free Press reporter called the telephone number Hickingbottom listed on his city qualifying forms, but a man who answered said Hickingbottom was away and would return the message. A subsequent call and email were not returned as of press time.

Last week’s devastating fire at the Ag Museum was the second in as many years on state property. City leaders say both incidents underscore the need for greater cooperation between the state and city on funding public safety.

Recently, Hickingbottom addressed the Jackson City Council and requested the Ward 1 race be subject to partisan primaries so that he would not have to run against so many Republicans. Even though the special election is nonpartisan, all the candidates have ties to established political parties. Attorney Dorsey Carson has sought public office as a Democrat in the past. The other four contenders—businessman Amile Wilson, teacher Richard Sellers, finance professional Ashby Foote and retired guardsman Charles Barbour are Republicans.

A Living Document The West Jackson Master Plan, which started a year a and a half ago, is complete. Planners hope the end product—the West Jackson Planning Guidebook—will act as a kind of living document that residents can use to spur growth. Roy Decker, one of the principals at Duvall Decker Architects PA in Jackson, which coordinated the effort, described the 109-page guidebook as less in the spirit of an authoritative “here’s what you do� and more an informative primer for locals on “here’s where you’re living.�

The book begins with a snapshot of so-called liabilities, or challenges to development, such as the fact that some 41 percent of lots in the study area between Gallatin Street and Ellis Avenue and Fortification Street and U.S. 80 are vacant, with much of the land belonging to either the City of Jackson or the State of Mississippi. To get over some of the hurdles involved in developing vacant lots, the report recommends implementing a land bank, through which attorneys, Internal Revenue Service officials and others sort all the legal details so the land can be developed for housing, recreation or commerce in the future. Another large section of the report deals with homelessness and includes a profile of the Jackson’s homeless population on one night in early 2014, when counters tallied 456 people living in shelters and on the streets. Some 80 percent of people surveyed had some experience with incarceration, and 53 percent had a history of substance abuse. The plan also highlights success stories, such as the presence of several active neighborhood associations and the highperforming Barr Elementary School. Decker, who also worked on the master plan for Jackson’s midtown neighborhood, said the effort is focused on changing the economic circumstances of a community, which is closely tied to its challenges and assets. The architect stressed that no single authority is responsible for implementing the recommendations, but the hope is that residents, developers and policymakers consult the guidebook in making future planning decisions. Find the guidebook at westjxn.com. Comment at www.jfp.ms. Email R.L. Nave at rlnave@jacksonfreepress.com.

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Hickingbottom Joins Ward 1 Race The field is set for the special election to replace Quentin Whitwell as Jackson Ward 1 Councilman. The last man—all six candidates are men—in is Bob Hickingbottom. Wellknown to insiders as a controversial operative in political opposition tactics, Hickingbottom was a close ally of late Mayor Frank Melton, once organizing a rally after Melton was indicted on charges related to Melton’s destruction of a west Jackson duplex in 2006 and often taking to local airwaves to lambast Melton’s critics. Hickingbottom resurfaced during the 2013 as the founder of a political-action committee called Citizens for a Better Jackson that ran radio ads that painted then-Councilman Chokwe Lumumba as insufficiently Christian.

Many believed Hickingbottom’s PAC also produced a flyer placed on windshields outside churches days before the election that cast Lumumba a “race traitor� and Jackson police informant during the 1970s, which he would neither confirm or deny.

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Jackson Ward 6 Councilman Tyrone Hendrix, who chairs the city’s legislative committee, said the council and Mayor Tony Yarber’s administration are working on nailing down the city’s legislative agenda for the 2015 session, but that more resources for infrastructure to public safety will likely be a part of it. “We have to look at this like a partnership (with the state),� he said. “We’re not coming with our hands out.� One of the city’s most pressing orders of business will first be to hire a lobbyist. The council previously rejected Yarber’s nomination of Hayes Dent Public Strategies, which has strong ties to the Republican establishment that historically has been frosty to Jackson’s legislative requests. Mayoral spokeswoman Shelia Byrd said that, within the month, Yarber plans to again nominate a lobbying firm and have the council approve the city’s legislative agenda.

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The Legal Road to Same-Sex Marriage by Anna Wolfe

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hile a federal district judge in constitutional prohibition against same-sex denying same-sex couples the right to marry. to their law after legalizing same-sex marriage, Mississippi may rule same-sex marriage on behalf of individuals involved Instead, the law has the purpose of treating gay she said. marriage is a constitutional in the case, including lesbian couples Andrea people differently than straight people because Barnes said that a stay would avoid an right as soon as this week, the Sanders and Rebecca Bickett and Jocelyn of a “fear of people who appear to be differ- “on again off again” situation that would oclegalization of same-sex marriage in the state is Pritchett and Carla Webb as well the Cam- ent,” Kaplan said. This discriminatory atti- cur if ongoing litigation were to result in the in the hands of the 5th U.S. Court of Appeals paign for Southern Equality. If Reeves, whom tude is one reason Kaplan argued that LGBT confirmation of same-sex marriage bans—like and, ultimately, the U.S. Supreme Court. President Obama appointed in 2010, grants people deserve heightened scrutiny. if a higher court found the ban constitutional. Lawyers for the State of Mississippi the injunction, gay marriage could become The only argument the state used to “The state could decide not to appeal,” asked U.S. District Judge Carlton W. Reeves legal and available immediately. show legitimate state interest was the promo- Reeves offered as a solution, eliciting giggles last week to exercise caution when deciding A major topic of discussion during the tion of “responsible procreation.” But Reeves from the audience. Barnes joked that making whether to overturn the state’s ban on same- hearing was the application of various U.S. rejected the idea that only people who can that decision would be above his pay grade. sex marriage, but the judge seemed respon- cases involving the rights of LGBT people procreate should be able to marry. What about It is likely the state will appeal the desive to the plaintiffs’ arguments that the ban and how those precedents could be used. The the elderly, the infertile or couples who simply cision should Reeves strike down the ban. constitutes discrimination and should be State of Mississippi, represented by Matheny, don’t want to have children? Reeves asked. Reeves’ ruling won’t have influence on the deeliminated immediately. cision at the 5th Circuit level because “Doesn’t the court have a rethat court is supposed to look at legal sponsibility not to ‘wait and see’?” questions on their face. Steffey said Reeves asked Assistant Attorney he expects the 5th Circuit to uphold General Justin Matheny after Mathe same-sex marriage bans in Texas, theny argued that the state should Louisiana and Mississippi, over hold off on changing same-sex marwhich it has jurisdiction, because it is riage laws until rulings are made in one of the most conservative circuits other cases or until the Legislature in the country. changes the law itself. While attorneys for Mississippi No judicial appointee by wished for Reeves to avoid ruling Democratic Presidents Barack on the lawsuit until the 5th U.S. Obama or Bill Clinton has ever upCircuit Court of Appeals ruled on held a same-sex marriage ban. the same-sex marriage cases before Constitutional law expert and it now, none of them could say Mississippi College School of Law whether or not the state would professor Matt Steffey said Reeves is follow the federal appellant court’s likely to overturn the state’s sameprecedent if it were to find same-sex sex marriage ban and decline to Two couples challenge the state’s same-sex marriage ban. From left to right are Rebecca Bickett, marriage bans unconstitutional. issue a stay. That means same-sex Andrea Sanders, Jocelyn Pritchett and Carla Webb. This, Kaplan argues, illustrates marriage would be legal immedithe animus—an attitude that comately in Mississippi until the 5th Circuit issues a special assistant attorney general, argued that Matheny said that is an issue of under- pels the state to treat gays and lesbians differa stay or reverses the decision, assuming the Baker v. Nelson, a 1972 case, is precedent that inclusiveness of the law and does not neces- ently under the law—that proves same-sex state appeals Reeves’ ruling. same-sex marriage bans are constitutional. sarily delegitimize it. Kaplan said there is no marriage bans do not serve a legitimate pur“That period of time may be minutes, In Baker, the Minnesota Supreme Court connection between promoting stable families pose. It is also why Kaplan does not believe the hours, days or weeks. Or indefinitely,” Steffey found that a law prohibiting same-sex mar- and making same-sex marriage illegal. state should receive a stay. said, meaning that the 5th Circuit could issue riage did not violate the Constitution. Showing an understanding that they At the end of the hearing, Reeves proma stay, putting same-sex marriage on hold, the The U.S. Supreme Court dismissed the could be unsuccessful in their case, Mississip- ised a speedy ruling. “As interesting this case, same day as Reeves’ ruling or not at all. case, causing the ruling to stand, never again pi’s attorneys asked Reeves for a stay, which and as important as it is to the parties, and as addressing Baker. While the defense claimed would suspend the case and postpone a ruling important as it is temporarily to the state of Smart, Engaging Questioning Baker is relevant, Kaplan said it has been su- from taking effect and immediately legalizing Mississippi, at the end of the day, we’re going Although Reeves had not ruled in the perseded by subsequent court cases—espe- same-sex marriage. State attorney Paul Barnes to get to the same place regardless of how this first formal legal challenge to the state’s same- cially Windsor. argued the stay is necessary because all the case turns out,” Steffey said. sex marriage ban as of press time, an attorney “Doesn’t that speak volumes?” Reeves circuit clerks in the state “would have to be That is why he believes the Supreme for the plaintiffs seemed upbeat about Reeves’ asked Matheny, referring to the fact that the prepared to issue licenses” to same-sex couples Court will eventually have to rule on the consmart, engaging line of questioning during Supreme Court did not reaffirm the Baker wishing to marry. stitutionality of same-sex marriage bans before oral arguments Sept. 12. precedent during the Windsor case, which Reeves probed the defense, asking “what’s same-sex couples enjoy that right in MississipRoberta Kaplan, who is representing two they could have if the case was still relevant, the difference” in the administrative tasks be- pi. The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear Mississippi couples, also argued in the 2013 Kaplan argued. tween marrying a same-sex couple as opposed several same-sex marriage cases from federal landmark case United States v. Windsor, in “Silence sometimes is golden,” Reeves to a different-sex couple. appellant courts because they had all affirmed which the Supreme Court ruled the federal said. Barnes also argued that the state would the constitutionality of same-sex marriage. Defense of Marriage Act unconstitutional. Kaplan argued that LGBT people de- suffer when having to recognize all same-sex Since then, the 6th U.S. Circuit Court Kaplan used the Windsor case to show that serve heightened scrutiny under the Equal marriages at once when it comes to the “in- of Appeals upheld the ban, which gives the LGBT people have equal dignity and should Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment, tricate system” of taxes and adoption proce- U.S. Supreme Court a reason to take the case, not be treated differently under the law. a constitutional protection upon which she dures. Steffey said. Legal experts say the Supreme When asked if the state’s same-sex mar- based much of her argument. Near the end, Kaplan said that she wasn’t Court is likely to take a same-sex marriage riage ban was modeled after DOMA, Ma“sure I understand that argument at all,” in re- case this court term, which ends in June. theny said, “It would be pretty difficult for me Legitimate Interest gard to the injury of the state that would occur Read an archive of related stories and to say not.” Kaplan said it would be “hard if not if Reeves granted injunctive relief for her plain- comment at jfp.ms/lgbt. Email Anna Wolfe at Kaplan wants Reeves to enjoin the state’s impossible” to find a legitimate reason for tiffs. Other states have seen no other changes anna@jacksonfreepress.com.

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The Perils of Deregulating MDOC

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Democrats say that removing the Mississippi Department of Corrections from the state personnel board for one year, which eliminated some 600 workers, reduced transparency and helped breed corruption at the agency that recently became the subject of bribery allegations.

shrewd fiscal stewardship of the agency that kept Epps, a black man from the small Delta town of Tchula, in the good graces of two Republican governors. Later, legislators would give other state agencies the same latitude, most notably the Department of Marine Resources. For Democrats and other advocates who have been critical of removing worker protections, they say removing personnel board oversight put both agencies on a similar crash course. “One of Republicans’ bedrock principles has been less oversight,” state Rep. David Baria, D-Waveland, told the Jackson Free Press. Less oversight has meant less transparency, which Baria says primed the pump for corruption to run rampant at those agencies as evidenced in the 49-count federal indictment unsealed Nov. 6 against Epps and an alleged co-conspirator, E. Cecil McCrory.

“The conduct alleged in the indictment—bribery and kickbacks concealed as consulting services—enriched individuals at the expense of Mississippi taxpayers,” Baria said last week. “As a member of the Legislature charged with being a good steward of public resources, I have questions about what our state leaders knew and when they knew it as it relates to former Commissioner Epps.” Epps, 53, had been the only African American director of a Mississippi agency after being appointed to the post by lameduck Democratic Gov. Ronnie Musgrove in 2003. In 2011, the Joint Committee on Performance Evaluation and Expenditure Review criticized Epps’ no-bid contract for commissary services, but policymakers failed then to take further action on the report. The agency’s commissary contract became a key aspect of the federal indictment, unsealed Nov. 6. The indictment alleges that in 2007, McCrory paid Epps $3,000 to $4,000 on roughly 15 occasions in exchange for the contract that McCrory’s companies had with MDOC. That contract with G.T. Enterprises was later transferred to St. Louis, Mo.-based Keefe Commissary Network LLC, which resulted in a large profit for McCrory. Keefe Commissary is a privately held company, owned by the Taylor family of St. Louis, which founded and owns Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Baria believes the MDOC scandal represents systemic corruption throughout state government, pointing to the 2013 Department of Marine Resources scandal that resulted in multiple federal convictions of former DMR officials. Bill Walker, whom Barbour appointed in 2004, was sentenced to five years in federal prison this summer on charges of using agency funds for his personal benefit. Baria also took direct aim at Republicans in his criticisms. “At a time when we are told by Republican leadership that the state does not have the money to adequately fund education and ensure that workingclass Mississippians have access to health care, there never seems to be a shortage of funds to enrich those who feed at the trough of state government,” Baria said. Gov. Phil Bryant has said he would appoint a special task force to review MDOC’s contracts and has ordered the agency to terminate agreements with one McCrory-affiliated company, Adminpros LLC. A spokeswoman for Speaker Philip Gunn, who presides over the House, said Gunn supports Gov. Bryant’s plan to convene a task force. Comment at www.jfp.ms. Email R.L. Nave at rlnave@jacksonfreepress.com.

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ot long after Chris Epps took over as the commissioner of the state prison system, the Mississippi Legislature passed a bill that removed the Mississippi Department of Corrections from the purview of the state personnel board for one year. The result of removing worker protections meant Epps could streamline his department however he saw fit; in other words, he could fire just about anyone he wanted. The result was a department that was 600 staff positions and $27 million lighter. In fact, Capitol insiders say that it was his

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Mr. Barbour, Stop Insulting Black People

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few days ago I popped on the Jackson Free Press website to see what’s going on in the city and noticed the interview with Ward 1 County Supervisor candidate Charles Barbour. It wasn’t long before I was overcome by the nausea I feel when people choose to talk about things they don’t understand. The interview started going down hill when it focused on conditions at the Hinds juvenile detention center. When the interviewer said, “I think another thing is just kids being treated the same as adults—a 12-year-old being locked up. It seems kind of crazy.” His response was “Why? You want that 12-year-old breaking into your house?” Let’s just stop there. Not every child who is locked up in the detention center is there for a property crime, or even a violent crime. Many are there for incidents involving public-order violations, according to the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. That means anything from a weapons offense to drinking under age or disorderly conduct. Yet, let’s not allow nuance or fact get in the way of a scare-tactic talking point. That would have been bad enough but, no, Mr. Barbour decided to tell the black community of Jackson what’s really wrong with us. Is it poverty, unemployment, lack of access to health care, or how about the legacy and current impact of systematic oppression and institutional racism? Of course not. The real problem is black single moms. Mr. Barbour proclaimed: “When you have 70 to 80 percent of black children being born out of wedlock into single-parent families. They (JPS) can’t fix that. When you have black boys being raised up never to see how a black man is supposed to work. They’re never around a positive black male role model. It’s very sad, but Jackson Public Schools system cannot fix that.” I’m a single mother. That doesn’t mean my children are not surrounded by amazing role models of all genders. Single also doesn’t mean that a child’s father is uninvolved, either. Bottom line: Whether I am married is much less of a determinate of whether my kids succeed than poverty. Resources matter. I suggest Mr. Barbour worry more about that than shaming black women for procreating when his party asks us to “choose life,” no matter what our circumstances. I’m not sure where Mr. Barbour’s been, but everywhere I go I see black men working. In our schools, in churches, as firemen, police officers, doctors, lawyers, congressmen, chefs, mechanics, barbers, the mayor and the president of the United States. To say that young black men live their lives and have never been around a positive black male role model is an insult to every black man in these Jackson streets mentoring, working, running programs and just being good men. Charles Barbour, I know many of Hinds County’s problems, and one is people who think like you do.

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movement has been afoot for sometime to roll back government regulations and oversight at every level, the argument being that any amount of government mucks up the words for free-wheeling capitalists to create jobs and make everybody gobs of money. Federally, agencies such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency are frequent footballs in the fight over deregulation. The recent rulings at the U.S. Supreme Court opening up elections to more and more money while granting more and more secrecy to donations is another form of deregulation. The result of years of gutting the federal oversight (President Barack Obama reversed this trend at EPA) and free-for-all elections have, arguably, had disastrous results for our environment, our political process—just look at the mess money made of this year’s U.S. Senate race—and, indeed, our national economy. States have gotten in on the act as well. In Mississippi, those pushing for so-called tort reform argued that businesses could not be profitable unless caps on legal damages were removed; in other words, businesses needed the flexibility to operate with near-impunity. Gov. Phil Bryant, after replacing Haley Barbour—tort reform’s biggest champion—as governor in 2012, instructed state agencies under his direction to complete reports on the possible effects to businesses before making administrative rule changes. Another common practice of policymakers has been removing agencies from the protection of the state personnel review board, an important

workers’ rights watchdog agency within state government itself, to allow department heads to fire large numbers of workers without cause. It doesn’t help that the Performance Evaluation and Expenditure Review, which, by all accounts, does an excellent job rooting out questionable spending practices, lacks the teeth to enforce its findings. That job is up to the lawmakers who are often connected to the very powerful political and business interests that are the source of alleged corruption. Thanks to the increasing parceling out of various government functions to well-funded politically connected private companies, ostensibly to save taxpayers money, the temptation for agency personnel to abandon their scruples becomes hard to resist. A close read of the federal charges against former Mississippi Department of Corrections Commissioner Chris Epps and Cecil McCrory, a former businessman and holder of various public offices, affirms the dangers of mixing deregulation with privatization. PEER had been sounding the alarm about no-bid contracts at Epps’ MDOC for years with no action from state officials in either political party. We applaud statements from Gov. Bryant ordering a review of MDOC contracts as well as calls from Democratic state Rep. David Baria (see page 11) to hold legislative hearings on statewide corruption. With the MDOC scandal and the Senate race that was laced with allegations of corruption, this is one problem where failure to build bipartisanship consensus, and increased oversight would be inexcusable.

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taking money away from our public schools so that corporate backers may profit. Yes, we have too many schools in Mississippi that are failing, but that is because too many communities that are failing. Schools reflect their communities. Thriving communities have strong public schools; struggling communities have weak public schools. Is anyone really surprised that the delta and southwest Mississippi, areas long neglected by our leaders, also have the largest concentration of both struggling communities and schools? And when our leaders will not fund our schools, what other remedy exists but our judicial system? Our state spends almost $650 less per student than it did before 2008. Add the underfunding of the education formula, MAEP, and you’ll see that schools have been shorted nearly $2 billion. This, during a time of increased testing and accountability puts more burdens on teachers, more obstacles for students trying to graduate high school and is a constant assault on educators as professionals. The real issue is who will control our schools: local parents through their local officials or outsiders to our communities? Allen didn’t hide that fact in his column. “The amount of money we spend on education is important, but not nearly as important as who makes decisions …,” he said. Simply put, this is a takeover of our community schools to financially benefit an elite few. Parents have been surveyed time and time again, and what they have consistently asked for is not more “choice,” but strong community schools in their neighborhoods. The column is incorrect in its praise of charter effectiveness. Studies have shown that charters are, on average, no better than local schools, but end up devastating neighborhoods by forcing the closure of their community schools. Much of the “proof” cited in the opinion piece has been roundly refuted by research, but evidence is secondary to a desired narrative The one positive Callen offered in his column is a record of how my local legislative delegation voted on key education issues. I now firmly know who supports me as an educator and who doesn’t, and who will receive my support in the next election and who will not. Shannon Eubanks is the principal of the Enterprise Attendance Center in Brookhaven. Opinions stated here are his own.

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Under Legal Threat Before MAEP, Mississippi operated on a system for public-school funding established in response to Brown v. Board of Education in 1955, when the state adopted a minimum education-funding act that only provided a 6th-grade level of education for many of Mississippi’s school children. When the Legislature adopted MAEP in 1997, other states were facing lawsuits over the underfunding of public schools, particularly schools in low-income areas. MAEP was designed to provide resources to school districts in struggling communities

that couldn’t make up the school-funding locally in order for its students to receive an adequate education. The MAEP formula addressed this disparity by providing an extra 5 percent of the base student cost for students who qualify for free or reduced lunch, even though studies suggest children living in poverty need sig-

paign, made up partly of Barbour constituents, he changed his tune. In 2007, an election year, Barbour committed to fully funding MAEP. “This is politics, right? Get out from in front of that train that’s about to run you over,” Sayer said. Federal Katrina recovery funding made full funding easier because the state was able to divert those funds to other departments, leaving funds free for education. MAEP was again fully funded in 2008, a federal election year. The Legislature actually approved full funding of the program in 2009, but the recession hit the state hard, making the actual revenues dip below the projected revenues, and the governor was afforded the power to cut the budget down. MAEP was no longer fully funded, and so began the fight among state leaders to increase public education funding to an adequate amount, or at least protect it from being hacked away. “Every year with Barbour after that, it was a matter Grant Callen, the fiscally conservative president of Empower Mississippi, says putting more of how many hundreds of milmoney into public education is not the solution to the problems of academic achievement in the state. He prefers “school choice” and “economic freedom.” lions we could save from the draconian cuts he was seeking nificantly more resources to have the same Americans to read or write in the South. Af- to achieve,” Sayer said. outcomes as those in higher income families. terward, education delivery for blacks was The formula finds the average spending limited. The Hampton-Tuskegee model Parental Choice or Privatization? of C-rated schools and divides that amount that spread throughout the South prohib“So what’s the fight about?” Sayer by the average daily attendance of its students ited schools that taught African Americans to prompted. to determine the amount needed for each stu- teach any critical-thinking-focused subjects Southern Echo and other educational dent to have an adequate education. like philosophy, prohibited the teaching of organizations argue that those who oppose Better Schools Better Jobs organizer specific trades and forced the idea that only MAEP likely have a straightforward, antiPatsy Brumfield said this is a way the state white people belong in politics. government agenda. “There are people who ensures that the money follows the student. Today, affected students who are not really don’t believe in traditional public educaSchools with a greater population of students receiving adequate education are those who tion. They want to privatize it,” Sayer said. get more funding. are economically disadvantaged—a group Some alternative educational methods to MAEP was, in reality, Mississippi’s way that makes up 71 percent of Mississippi’s stu- public school include charter schools, which to avoid being sued by creating the illusion dents. allow public funding to follow the student to of equity in public education, funding adWhile the Legislature passed MAEP in a charter school they choose (and that admits vocates say. But the state Legislature has not 1997, the first year it was fully funded was in them), and educational savings accounts, funded schools according to its own formula 2007 after three years of intense campaigning. which give public funds to parents to allow since 2008. In 2006, then-Gov. Haley Barbour attacked them to use on private-school tuition or other “They weren’t fully funding it in viola- public education and called the MAEP for- educational programs for their children. tion of the law,” said Mike Sayer, senior orga- mula “artificial.” Then, after pressure from While Grant Callen, president and nizer and training coordinator and co-founder education advocates and the Parents’ Cam- founder of Empower Mississippi, which

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lobbies for “restrained state govern- Jackson, one that has been approved and anment� and “school choice,� doesn’t believe full other with a pending application, would pull funding of MAEP will solve Mississippi’s edu- a combined $24 million out of JPS funding cation problems, he said he doesn’t want to do in the first five years. away with public education completely. “They want to reduce, in any way they “This education choice gets labeled: can, the money spent for traditional public ‘Well, you just want to privatize the whole sys- schools so they can maximize the money tem.’ That’s not true at all. I don’t pretend to available for private schools,� Sayer said. think that a private school or a charter school Nancy Loome, president of the Parents’ is what’s best for every child. I just think the Campaign, said a voucher system, in which parent ought to have the choice of a private public-education funds are given to parents school or a charter school or a traditional pub- with the opportunity to use them on private lic school,� Callen said. school, isn’t even constitutional. Callen argues that Mississippi’s current “Our Constitution doesn’t even allow public-school system tries to fit students into a one-size-fits-all education, but said children are unique. Instead, the state should allow parents to use public-education funds in a schooling program works best for their child— including private schools, he argues. The result would not be a “mass exodus� of students from public schools, Callen said, because for most students, public school works. But if the students whose needs are not met in public schools could leave for a better fit, the students who stay in public schools would do better, too, Callen said. Callen cites the bump in education achievement for the majority special-needs students in public schools in Florida when 6 percent of them were able to transfer to alternative schools after the state’s special-needs voucher system was implemented. Parents’ Campaign President Nancy Loome believes fully funding the Mississippi Adequate Callen said this might have to Education Program is necessary for children in do with a “healthy sense of comthe state to get the education they deserve. petition� that the public schools would then have with the alternative schools. that because taxpayers deserve to have over“Just by giving a few kids options, it’s sight of the entities that receive public dolremarkable how much it changes academic lars,� Loome said. achievement for all kids,� Callen said. That’s not the only concern publicOn the other side of the fence, Sayer education advocates have with the voucher warned that charter schools divert funds from system. Allowing parents to use public funds public schools, where most children receive for education wherever they wish, Loome their education. Two new charter schools in cautions, would create a divide between

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“We’re taking a look right now ‌ at what it costs per district just to pay their teachers. We have some districts ‌ that the MAEP funding ‌ does not even cover the cost of all their teachers. So how can we say that we are spending more money on administration with MAEP funds?â€? Loome said. In higher-income communities, local funds are available to pick up the slack left by MAEP cuts, while lower-income communities rely on federal funds to make up the difference. In Holmes County, a lack of public-school funding is making it hard for schools to find certified teachers as well as teachers for math and science classes, said Ellen Reddy, executive director of the educational reform nonprofit Nollie Jenkins Family Center. Many students in low-income communities do not have parents with a level of education to support their children’s educational development. Pamela Shaw, educational consultant,

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ing MAEP, Bryan said, are “arguing minutia compared to the overall picture.� Their hope, MAEP supporters believe, is to drown the facts in a sea of myths and confusion (see sidebar, page 24). Learning to Read, Reading to Learn The Literacy-Based Promotion Act aka “third grade reading gate,� which requires that children who cannot read on grade level by the 3rd grade be retained, is not receiving enough money to work for Mississippi students. However, literacy is an aspect of education state leaders and education advocates stress again and again. Educational bodies and state leaders seem to universally agree that children

must be able to read by 3rd grade and must be prepared to start reading to learn in 4th grade. But Reddy said the state has “not at allâ€? adequately funded the act, which was passed in 2013 and based on a program in Florida, which puts a literacy coach into every school with the grades K-3 and has seen great success. The state Legislature allocated $8 million the first year, $15 million the second year and another $15 million as the program moves into its third year. Moore argues that the program has been adequately funded, even though the Florida program it’s modeled after allocated $1 billion to its literacy program. Sayer said Mississippi has only implemented the pilot program and only funded the program for 16 percent of schools with grades K-3. “There are more than 18,000 children reading below grade level in the 3rd grade in this past year. If you calculate that in order to be behind reading in the third grade, you’re likely behind in reading in the first and second grade. ‌ You triple that 18,000, and it’s over 55,000,â€? Mississippi children reading below grade level, Sayer said according to information from Southern Echo. Right now, Sayer said, the Mississippi Department of Education does not have the funds to provide intervention and support for children retained after third grade. Shaw said the underfunding means that schools can’t hire literacy coaches—like the ones Florida put into each school grades K-3. While some, but not all, schools provide diagnostic testing in order to see the cause of low literacy in 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders, the underfunding makes it almost impossible for low-income districts to provide intervention for those struggling students. So even if 3rd graders are held back, it’s unlikely they are going to get the support they need to learn to read. Additionally, Mississippi does not have mandatory kindergarten and is the last state in the country without publicly funded pre-

kindergarten. A MDE study found that 66 percent of kindergarteners were not ready to learn to read, raising concerns about their future educational success. Moore is careful to avoid the suggestion that Mississippi needs to focus on early education, which would cost the state more money. “We need to be emphasizing not early education but, like, early detection,â€? Moore said, referencing dyslexia and other special-education needs. On Oct. 14, Gov. Phil Bryant, who is against full MAEP funding, spoke about the importance of literacy and his experience growing up with dyslexia in an interview with Mississippi Public Broadcasting. When asked how the state plans to fund literacy promotion, Bryant brought up unrelated undertakings and said he would ask for additional funds for high-school vocational programs and tourism. “We look at additional money in education, particularly in workforce development. I would like to see the opportunity for a student who comes through our tech-prep program in high school to get a college degree at a community-college workforce-training program furnished to them, a scholarship if you will, if they’ll stay within the workforce in Mississippi. So, yeah, you’ll see recommendations from economic development. We’re going to ask for five million more dollars for tourism,â€? Bryant said. “So, yes, we’ll be asking for some targeted spending there. Forty-six percent of our children in the 3rd grade can’t read on a 4th grade level. That’s a frightening statistic ‌ That’s been going on for 50 years. At some point, we’ve got to say: ‘We won’t accept that anymore. These children have to do better. We have to teach them to read.’ ‌ That is the key. That’s the future workforce, and it’s got to be done, and I’m determined to do whatever it takes to get our educational system to that next level.â€? PRUH 0$(3 VHH SDJH

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For Heaven’s Cakes and Catering (4950 Old Canton Road, 601-991-2253) Cake and dessert offerings include gingerbread, pumpkin pie and carrot-cake cupcakes, and nut tarts. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the Wednesday before Thanksgiving for pickup of orders only. Closed Thanksgiving. Calling ahead is encouraged.

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Julep (4500 Interstate 55 N., Suite 105, 601-3621411) The catering menu includes a 10- to 12pound turkey, whole stuffed chicken, herb-crusted pork tenderloin and pepper-crusted beef tenderloin. Sides include dressing, soups, Julep yeast rolls, angel biscuits, corn muffins, and a variety of sides, dips, and desserts including cakes, pies and puddings. Customers will also be able to purchase Julep’s honey butter. The Thanksgiving menu is available until the day before Thanksgiving at 5 p.m. The store will be closed on Thanksgiving. Grant’s Kitchen (2847 Lakeland Drive, Flowood, 601-665-4764) Grant’s Kitchen will be open the day before Thanksgiving from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., but will be closed Thanksgiving Day. The restaurant is taking catering orders until Wednesday, Nov. 26 at 2 p.m. with the exception of roasted turkey. Grant’s Kitchen will serve its regular menu, along with Thanksgiving dishes such as turkey

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Cookin’ Up a Storm (1491 Canton Mart Road, Suite 1, 601-957-1166) Cookin’ Up a Storm will offer a full holiday menu for carry out including stuffing with sausage, pecans and apples, sweet potato casserole, corn soufflé, whole vodka coffee liqueur chocolate cake, mini cinnamon rolls and scalloped pineapples. The restaurant will accept orders up to the last minute or until it runs out of food. Cookin’ Up a Storm will be open Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will be closed Thursday through Sunday.

Primos Cafe (2323 Lakeland Drive, 601-9363398, 515 Lake Harbour Drive, 601-8983600) Primos Cafe’s holiday menu includes sliced white-meat turkey, cornbread dressing, giblet gravy, two vegetables of choice, cornbread or rolls, cranberry sauce, desserts of choice and tea. Vegetables include sweet potato, squash and greenbean casserole, lima beans, mashed potatoes, and macaroni and cheese. Desserts include caramel, Italian cream, strawberry and red velvet cake, and lemon icebox and sweet-potato pie. Cakes serve 18 and pies serve eight. Full dinner packages available for businesses. Primos encourages customers to order by Friday, Nov. 21. The menu is online at primoscafe.com/holiday.

Sugar Magnolia Takery (5417 Highway 25, Flowood, 601-992-8110) Sugar Magnolia Takery will have a full holiday menu including asparagus casserole, butter beans, turkey, spiral-cut ham, dressing and cranberry salsa. The restaurant will accept carryout orders for dinner items until Friday, Nov. 21, and until the Monday before Thanksgiving for pastry orders. It will be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, and will be closed Thursday.

The Strawberry Cafe (107 Depot Drive, Madison, 601-856-3822) The catering menu includes spinach and artichoke dip, hummus, and the Strawberry Picnic, which includes baked Brie, strawberries, salami, strawberry preserves and crackers. Soups include apple and Vidalia onion and

butternut-squash bisque. Cafe sides, entrees and desserts include sweet-potato smash, baked apples, green-bean casserole, pork tenderloin, smothered chicken, beef tenderloin, glazed boneless ham, strawberry mascarpone cake, German chocolate cake and bread pudding. Bread selections include pumpkin, banana, strawberry, blueberry and cinnamon, as well as Mississippi spice and lemon poppy-seed muffins. Order before Nov. 21 and pick the order up at the café Nov. 26. The menu is online at strawberrycafemadison.com. CHAR Restaurant (Highland Village, 4500 Interstate 55 N., Suite 142, 601-956-9562) The catering menu includes cornbread dressing, cream spinach, butterbeans, smashed sweet potatoes, green beans and whole pecan pie. You can also purchase regular menu items in bulk; however, no modifications, please. Orders need to be placed 24 hours in advance and picked up by 4 p.m. Nov. 26. The restaurant will be closed Thanksgiving Day. Table 100 (100 Ridge Way, Flowood, 601-9332720) For Thanksgiving, Table 100 will offer a full catering package that includes a choice of one meat, three sides, dressing and gravy, cranberry relish and a choice of dessert. The package serves 10 to 12 people. You can choose either four sweet tea-brined chickens or a sweet tea-brined hickory-smoked turkey. Sides include green-bean casserole, sweet-potato casserole, macaroni and cheese, glazed carrots, braised turnip greens and roasted Brussels sprouts. For dessert, you can choose either pumpkin pie or whole-pan bread pudding. Each menu item is also available for a separate price. Yeast rolls are also available. Orders must be placed by Thursday, Nov. 20 at 4 p.m. and need to be picked up Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Diamond Jack’s Casino and Hotel (3990 Washington St., Vicksburg, 601-636-5700) Enjoy a Thanksgiving Day buffet from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., which features fried fish and chicken, baked salmon, sliced pork loin, mashed potatoes and gravy, macaroni and cheese, peel-and-eat shrimp, carved turkey and brisket, smoked sausage and more. Hilton Jackson (1001 E. County Line Road., 601-957-2800) The Hilton offers a buffet special from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thanksgiving Day in the Westbrook Ballroom. Serving mimosas, Champagne, coffee, tea, turkey, sweet potato casserole, mud pie, apple pie and more. Customers can order classic or a la carte. Orders can be placed for premade meals with 24-hour advance notice. Add others at jfp.ms/turkeyday14.

JFPmenus.com AMERICAN/SOUTHERN CUISINE Basil’s (2906 N State St #104, Jackson, 601-982-2100) Paninis pizza, pasta, soups and salads. They’ve got it all on the menu. Broad Street Bakery (4465 Interstate 55 N. 601-362-2900) Hot breakfast, coffee drinks, fresh breads & pastries, gourmet deli sandwiches. Primos Cafe (2323 Lakeland 601-936-3398/ 515 Lake Harbour 601-898-3400) A Jackson institution for breakfast, blue-plates, catfish, burgers, prime rib, oysters, po-boys & wraps. Famous bakery! Rooster’s (2906 N State St, Jackson, 601-982-2001) You haven’t had a burger until you’ve had a Rooster’s burger. Pair it with their seasoned fries and you’re in heaven. Two Sisters Kitchen (707 N. Congress St. 601-353-1180) Lunch. Mon-Fri, Sun. PIZZA Sal & Mookie’s (565 Taylor St. 601-368-1919) Pizzas of all kinds plus pasta, eggplant Parmesan, fried ravioli & ice cream for the kids! Mellow Mushroom (275 Dogwood Blvd, Flowood, 601-992-7499) More than just great pizza and beer. Open Monday - Friday 11-10 and Saturday 11-11. ITALIAN La Finestra (120 N Congress St #3, Jackson, 601-345-8735) The brainchild of award-winning Chef Tom Ramsey, this downtown Jackson hot-spot offers authentic Italian cuisine in cozy, inviting environment. BRAVO! (4500 Interstate 55 N., Jackson, 601-982-8111) Award-winning wine list, Jackson’s see-and-be-seen casual/upscale dining. Cerami’s (5417 Lakeland Drive, Flowood, 601-919-28298) Southern-style Italian cuisine features their signature Shrimp Cerami. STEAK, SEAFOOD & FINE DINING The Islander Seafood and Oyster House (1220 E Northside Drive, Suite 100, 601-366-5441) Oyster bar, seafood, gumbo, po’boys, crawfish and plenty of Gulf Coast delights in a laid-back Buffet-style atmosphere. The Penguin (1100 John R Lynch Street, 769.251.5222) Fine dining at its best. Rocky’s (1046 Warrington Road, Vicksburg 601-634-0100) Enjoy choice steaks, fresh seafood, great salads, hearty sandwiches. Sal and Phil’s Seafood (6600 Old Canton Rd, Ridgeland (601) 957-1188) Great Seafood, Poboys, Lunch Specials, Boiled Seafood, Full Bar, Happy Hour Specials Shea’s on Lake Harbour (810 Lake Harbour Drive, Ridgeland, MS 39157 (601) 427-5837) Seafood, Steaks and Southern Cuisine! Great Brunch, Full Bar Outdoor and Seating MEDITERRANEAN/GREEK Aladdin Mediterranean Grill (730 Lakeland Drive 601-366-6033) Delicious authentic dishes including lamb dishes, hummus, falafel, kababs, shwarma. Vasilios Greek Cusine (828 Hwy 51, Madison 601-853-0028) Authentic greek cuisine since 1994, specializing in gyros, greek salads, baklava cheesecake & fresh daily seafood. BARBEQUE Pig and Pint (3139 N State St, Jackson, 601-326-6070) Serving up competition style barbecue along with one of the of best beer selections in metro. Hickory Pit Barbeque (1491 Canton Mart Rd. 601-956-7079) The “Best Butts in Town” features BBQ chicken, beef and pork along with burgers and po’boys. COFFEE HOUSES Cups Espresso Café (Multiple Locations, www.cupsespressocafe.com) Jackson’s local group of coffeehouses offer a wide variety of espresso drinks. Wi-fi. BARS, PUBS & BURGERS Capitol Grill (5050 I-55 North, Deville Plaza 601-899-8845) Best Happy Hour and Sports Bar in Town. Kitchen Open Late pub food and live entertainment. Cherokee Inn (960 Briarfield Rd. 601-362-6388) Jackson’s “Best Hole in the Wall,” has a great jukebox, great bar and a great burger. Fenian’s Pub (901 E. Fortification St. 601-948-0055) Classic Irish pub featuring a menu of traditional food, pub sandwiches & Irish beers on tap. Hal and Mal’s (200 S. Commerce St. 601-948-0888) Pub favorites meet Gulf Coast and Cajun specialties like red beans and rice, the Oyster Platter or daily specials. Martin’s Restaurant and Lounge (214 South State Street 601-354-9712) Lunch specials, pub appetizers or order from the full menu of po-boys and entrees. Full bar, beer selection. Ole Tavern on George Street (416 George St. 601-960-2700) Pub food with a southern flair: beer-battered onion rings, chicken & sausage gumbo, salads, sandwiches. Time Out (6270 Old Canton Road, 601-978-1839) Your neighborhood fun spot! Terrific lunch special and amazing Happy Hour! Underground 119 (119 South President St. 601-352-2322) Pan-seared crabcakes, shrimp and grits, filet mignon, vegetarian sliders. Live music. Opens 4 p.m., Wed-Sat Wing Stop (952 North State Street, 601-969-6400) Saucing and tossing in a choice of nine flavors, Wing Stop wings are made with care and served up piping hot. ASIAN AND INDIAN Crazy Ninja (2560 Lakeland Dr., Flowood 601-420-4058) Rock-n-roll sushi and cook-in-front-of-you hibachi. Lunch specials, bento boxes, fabulous cocktails. Fusion Japanese and Thai Cuisine (1002 Treetop Blvd, Flowood 601-664-7588) Specializing in fresh Japanese and Thai cuisine, an extensive menu features everything from curries to fresh sushi Nagoya Japanese Sushi Bar & Hibachi Grill (6351 I-55 North, Ste. 131, Jackson 601-977-8881) Fresh sushi, delicious noodles & sizzling hibachi from one of jackson’s most well-known japanese restaurants. VEGETARIAN High Noon Café (2807 Old Canton Road in Rainbow Plaza 601-366-1513) Fresh, gourmet, tasty and healthy defines the lunch options at Jackson’s own strict vegetarian (and very-vegan-friendly) restaurant adjacent to Rainbow Whole Foods.

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Lung Cancer: Know the Facts, Women by Dr. Patricia Thompson With Lung Cancer Awareness Month upon us, it’s important to stay informed on the disease.

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Another reason lung cancer is feared is that long-term survival rates are very low. Although five-year survival is more than 53 percent for cases detected when the disease is still localized (within the lungs), it drops to less than 4 percent when diagnosed after tumors have spread to other organs. Unfortunately, because lung cancer can be difficult to detect, only 15 percent of cases are diagnosed at an early stage. Although lung-cancer rates are falling overall, the rate has been increasing among two groups in particular: women and nonsmokers. In fact, according to the National Cancer Institute, over the past 36 years, the rate of new lung cancer cases among men has dropped by nearly a quarter, while the rate among women has risen 100 percent.

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usic is the one of the only reasons I can stand to be in a gym. I hate to admit it, but if my iPhone isn’t at least 50-percent charged, I won’t exercise because I can’t deal without my playlist. The right song can make you feel incredibly happy and pumped up. A 2009 study by the National Institutes of Health showed that music can ease anxiety and depression, and can even help with pain. Other studies have found that music increases your endurance levels and motivates you to keep exercising, and classical music can improve your sleep quality. Music has so many benefits; why not use it to get healthier? Here’s a great playlist to use when exercising. Send yours to amber@jacksonfreepress.com.

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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more women die of lung cancer than breast, uterine and ovarian cancers combined. Another notable trend is the increase in lung cancer among healthy non-smokers. The ACA reports that between 16,000 and 24,000 Americans who have never smoked die from lung cancer every year. If lung cancer in non-smokers were its own category, it would rank among the top 10 fatal cancers in the U.S. For reasons doctors don’t fully understand, most lung cancer cases among non-smokers occur in women. The rise in lung cancer among nonsmokers is one reason stigmatizing the disease is increasingly seen as inappropriate. While it’s true that the majority of cases continue to be diagnosed among smokers or former smokers, lung cancer can also result from factors over which individuals have little control such as genetic mutations and exposure to radon gas, secondhand smoke, air pollution and asbestos, among others. It is important to continue improving our methods of detection and treatment, and great progress is being made in both. For example, while chest X-rays are generally the first diagnostic imaging a patient might undergo when her doctor suspects lung cancer, low-dose computed tomography (CT) scans are proving more effective at finding lung tumors earlier, when they are easier to treat. The value of CT scans in early lungcancer detection is making such screening more common. Some medical organizations now recommend routine lung screening for high-risk patients—defined as individuals 55 to 74 years old with at least a 30-year smoking history, and who currently smoke or quit smoking within the past 15 years. These are also the patients that derive the most benefit from screening. For patients diagnosed with lung cancer, advances in treatment options offer more hope. In addition to new surgical techniques, which no longer require full open-lung surgery, technological advances are making radiation therapy more precise than ever, tar-

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Origin of Cotton: Basquiat and the South by Genevieve Legacy

Examples of late graffiti artist Jean-Michel Basquiat’s work is at the Ogden Museum for Southern Art in New Orleans through Jan. 25, 2015.

exhibition of Basquiat’s work to New Orleans.” Within the body of Basquiat’s work, there are many direct references to the South, a clear indication that this part of the country was on his mind. “Franklin’s been thinking a lot about how Basquiat was painting the South while never really fully visiting the South,” Davis says. “He was interested in coming here because he was concerned about southern racism.

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“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” is at Mississippi College.

Fondren Unwrapped is in the Fondren district.

The Jackson Touchdown Club is at River Hills Club.

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New Orleans-based band of brothers Cardinal Sons performs its upbeat indie rock at the Thanksgiving Bash at Martin’s Restaurant & Bar, Wednesday, Nov. 26.

The Goose Island Cornhole Tournament is 6:30 p.m. at Fondren Public (2765 Old Canton Road). Registration is at 6:30 p.m. and the tournament starts at 7 p.m. Each member of the winning team receives a $25 gift certificate. The event includes a raffle for a 51” Samsung television. Free; call 601-760-0586. … History Is Lunch is noon at the William F. Winter Archives and History Building (200 North St.). Carolyn J. Brown talks about her new book, “Song of My Life: A Biography of Margaret Walker,” from University Press of Mississippi. Free; call 601-576-6998; mdah.state.ms.us.

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Mississippi Shakedown performs at Hal & Mal’s (200 S. Commerce St.). Holy Ghost Electric Show also performs. Call 601-948-0888; halandmals.com. … Acoustic Crossroads performs noon at Burgers & Blues (1060 E. County Line BY MICAH SMITH Road, Suite 22, Ridgeland). Free; call 601-899-0038; visit burgersblues.com. … The MulJACKSONFREEPRESS.COM ligan Brothers perform 8 p.m. at Duling Hall (622 Duling Ave.). FAX: 601-510-9019 All-ages show. Adults must acDAILY UPDATES AT company kids. $10 in advance, JFPEVENTS.COM $15 at the door, $3 surcharge for patrons under 21; call 601-2927999; email arden@ardenland.net; ardenland.net.

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Author Carolyn J. Brown presents “Song of My Life,” a biography of celebrated Jackson poet and novelist Margaret Walker (pictured), at Lemuria Books, Wednesday, Nov. 11.

forms 7 p.m. at Cherokee Inn (1410 Old Square Road). Free; call 601-362-6388; cherokeedriveinn.com. Willie Nelson performs 7:30 p.m. at the Mississippi Coliseum (1207 Mississippi St.). The legendary country singer-songwriter is known for the song “On the Road Again.” Leon Russell also performs. $35-$85; call 800-745-3000.

Bravo II: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice is 7:30 p.m. at Thalia Mara Hall (255 E. Pascagoula St.). The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra presents Wagner’s Overture to Die Meistersinger, Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Sheherazade. $25 and up; call 601-960-1565; msorchestra.com.

SUNDAY 11/23

“In-laws, Outlaws, and Other People (That Should Be Shot)” is 2 p.m. at Black Rose Theatre (103 Black St., Brandon). Runs from Nov. 20-23. $15, $10 students, military and seniors (cash or check); call 601-825-1293; black-

rosetheatre.org. … The Harvest Festival is 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Jackson Zoo (2918 W. Capitol St.). $9.25, $8.25 seniors, $6.75 ages 2-12, children under 2 and members free; call 601-352-2580; jackson2000.org.

MONDAY 11/24

Best of Belhaven I is 7:30 p.m. at the Belhaven University Center for the Arts (835 Riverside Drive) in the concert hall. The music department presents the semester’s best student performances. Free; call 601-974-6494; belhaven.edu. … Millsaps Arts and Lecture Series: Southern Songwriters Night is 7 p.m. at Millsaps College’s Ford Academic Complex (1701 N. State St.). Singer-songwriters Lauren Murphy and Will Kimbrough perform and discuss their craft. $10; call 601-974-1130; millsaps.edu/conted.

TUESDAY 11/25

Turkey Tuesday is 10 a.m.-noon at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science (2148 Riverside Drive). In celebration of Thanksgiving, visitors examine turkey feathers, learn to make realistic turkey calls and learn the diet of wild turkeys. 601-576-6000; call 576-6000; msnaturalscience.org.

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Martin’s Thanksgiving Bash begins at 10 p.m. at Martin’s Restaurant & Bar (214 S. State St.). The event features performances from Cardinal Sons and more. Call 601-3549712; martinslounge.net. … The Big Easy Three perform 6:30 p.m. at Underground 119 (119 S. President St.). Free; call 601-352-2322; underground119.com.

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Evening of One Acts is 7:30 p.m. at the Belhaven University Center for the Arts (835 Riverside Drive) in the Blackbox Theatre. Enjoy an evening of original short plays. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show also on Nov. 21. Free; call 601-965-7026; belhaven.edu. … The D’Lo Trio per-

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(/,)$!9 “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” Nov. 19, 10:30 a.m., Nov. 20, 10:30 a.m., Nov. 20, 6:30 p.m., Nov. 21, 10:30 a.m., at Mississippi College (200 S. Capitol St., Clinton). At Nelson Hall in Swor Auditorium. The play based on Barbara Robinson’s book is about trouble-making siblings who participate in a Christmas pageant. $10, $5 students, $4 group rate (one free chaperone per 10 students); call 601-925-3454; mc.edu. Holiday Open House and ArtTalk Nov. 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at Lauren Rogers Museum of Art (565 N. Fifth Ave., Laurel). The open house in the LRMA Gift Shop includes book signings, a raffle, refreshments and free gift wrapping for purchases. Erin Rasberry Napier will present the November ArtTalk at noon in the LRMA Sanderson Gallery; sack lunches are welcome. Free; call 601-649-6374; lrma.org. Events at Fondren • Fondren Unwrapped Nov. 20, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. The holiday event includes a visit from Santa and Fonzy the Fondren Reindeer, a Christmas tree lighting with carols at Duling Green, shopping and dining. Free; call 601-981-9606; fondren.org. • 12Ks for the Holidays Charity Run Nov. 22, 7:30 a.m. Check-in is at 6:30 a.m. The annual race with a holiday costume contest benefit the Good Samaritan Center. Race begins at Old Canton Road and Duling Street. Includes a kids’ run at 9 a.m. In advance: $35 through Nov. 9, $40 after; $45 race day; call 601-355-6276; christmas12k.com. Handworks Holiday Market Nov. 21, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Nov. 22, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., at Mississippi Trade Mart (1200 Mississippi St.). Shop for handmade gift items from more than 140 exhibitors at the annual event. Concessions included. Reservations required for groups. Strollers permitted. $7, $5 per person in groups of 12 or more, children under 12 free; call 205-937-4834; handworksmarket.com. Gloria in Excelsis! A Christmas Celebration Nov. 22, 7:30 p.m., at Belhaven University Center for the Arts (835 Riverside Drive). In the concert hall. The Belhaven Concert Choir, Belhaven Chorale, soloists and instrumentalists perform Antonio Vivaldi’s “Gloria.” Doors open at 7 p.m. Free; call 601-974-6494; belhaven.edu.

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History Is Lunch Nov. 19, noon, at William F. Winter Archives and History Building (200 North St.). Carolyn J. Brown talks about her new book, “Song of My Life: A Biography of Margaret Walker,” from University Press of Mississippi. Free; call 601-576-6998; mdah.state.ms.us.

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Lunch and Learn Series: Selecting a Grant Writer Nov. 19, noon-1 p.m., at Mississippi Center for Nonprofits (201 W. Capitol St., Suite 700). Learn ways to select and contract out for grant writers, fundraisers and other professionals. Lunch provided. Registration required. $15, $5 members; call 601-968-0061; msnonprofits.org. The Fire Next Time: Ferguson and the Myth of a Post-Racial America Nov. 19, 6 p.m., at Chokwe Lumumba Center for Economic Democracy (939 W. Capitol St.). The purpose of the town hall meeting is to discuss the issue of police violence against blacks and Latinos. Free; email myth@deepsishtv.org. Reimagine Prep Parent Information Session Nov. 19, 6 p.m., at New Horizon Church International (1770 Ellis Ave.). Reimagine Prep, a charter middle school in South Jackson, is opening in August of 2015 for fifth graders. Meet the

staff and learn more about the school. Free; call 601-941-0844; email reimagineprep@republiccharterschools.org; reimagineprep.org. Fashion Rules ~ Music Rocks Nov. 20, 6:30 p.m., at Bologna Performing Arts Center (Delta State University, 1003 W. Sunflower Road, Cleveland). Includes a cocktail reception, silent auction, music and a runway fashion show featuring creations from Pat Kerr. After-party at The Warehouse (229 N. Sharpe St., Cleveland). $50-$100 show, $50 after-party, ticket packages available; call 662-8464625; bolognapac.com. Magnolia Speech School Drawdown and Auction Nov. 20, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m., at Country Club of Jackson (345 St. Andrews Drive). The fundraiser includes chance to win a $5,000 cash prize. Only couples’ tickets sold. Event only: $100 couples; with drawdown: $150 couples without insurance, $175 couples with insurance; call 601-922-5530; email je.crump@magnoliaspeechschool.org; magnoliaspeechschool.org.

&//$ $2).+ Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Night Nov. 20, 4 p.m.-10 p.m., at Anjou Restaurant (361 Township Ave., Ridgeland). Enjoy one complimentary glass of Beaujolais Nouveau with the purchase of an entree. Includes music from Swing de Paris. Reservations encouraged but not required. No cover, food prices vary; call 601-707-0587; anjourestaurant.net. Philoptochos Society Pastry Sale MondayFriday through Nov. 28, at Holy Trinity St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church (5725 Pear Orchard Road). Order baklava, wedding cookies, assorted pastry and gift boxes, frozen casseroles, and a variety of other Greek treats. Visit the website for a menu. Pick up orders Dec. 5-6. Proceeds benefit local charities. Costs vary; call 601-355-6325; email baklavabakesale@yahoo.com; holytrinitysaintjohnjackson.org.

"% 4(% #(!.'% 34th Annual Squat & Gobble Nov. 20, 6:30 p.m.-10 p.m., at Reservoir Pointe (140 Madison Landing Circle, Ridgeland). Friends for a Cause hosts the annual party to raise funds for domestic violence and sex trafficking prevention. Includes turkey calling and dance contests, a silent auction and music from Greenfish. $35 through Nov. 2, $45 after, $5 donation for Ultimate Private Party for 30; call 601-898-1934; friendsforacause.com.

Angel Tree Kickoff Nov. 21, at Highland Village (4500 Interstate 55 N.). At Center Court. The Salvation Army begins the annual Christmas toy drive with refreshments, live music, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. While you’re at Highland Village, wander through and check out the new stores and construction that is coming together in time for holidays. Free; call 601-982-4881; salvationarmyjackson.org.

“In-laws, Outlaws, and Other People (That Should Be Shot)” Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m., Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m., Nov. 22, 7:30 p.m., Nov. 23, 2 p.m., at Black Rose Theatre (103 Black St., Brandon). The comedy play is about two criminals who attempt to hold a family hostage but get more than they bargained for. $15, $10 students, military and seniors (cash or check); call 601-825-1293; blackrosetheatre.org.

#/.#%243 &%34)6!,3 Willie Nelson Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m., at Mississippi Coliseum (1207 Mississippi St.). The legendary country singer-songwriter is known for the song “On the Road Again.” Leon Russell also performs. $35-$85; call 800-745-3000. Events at Duling Hall (622 Duling Ave.) • The Mulligan Brothers Nov. 21, 8 p.m. The band’s music is a blend of folk rock, Americana and alternate country. Doors open at 7 p.m. All-ages show. Adults must accompany children. $10 in advance, $15 at the door, $3 surcharge for patrons under 21; call 601-292-7999; email arden@ardenland.net; ardenland.net. • Young Valley Album Release Party Nov. 26, 7:30 p.m. Performers includes Young Valley, European Theatre and El Obo (Jesse Coppenbarger of Colour Revolt). Doors open at 6:30 p.m. $5 in advance; call 601-292-7999; email arden@ardenland.net; ardenland.net. Faculty Recital Nov. 23, 3 p.m., at Millsaps College, Ford Academic Complex (1701 N. State St.). In the recital hall. Soprano Dr. Cheryl Coker performs. Free; call 601-974-1422; millsaps.edu.

,)4%2!29 3)'.).'3 Olde Towne After Dark Nov. 20, 8 p.m.-10 p.m., at 303 Jefferson (303 Jefferson St., Clinton). Main Street Clinton hosts the trivia competition in which contestants in teams of four compete for cash and other prizes. $10 per team; call 601-924-5474; clintonms.org. Appy Hour Nov. 21, 2 p.m.-4 p.m., at Mississippi Library Commission (Education and Research Center, 3881 Eastwood Drive). Learn the best productivity apps for entrepreneurs on the go. Includes appetizers. $5 in advance, $7 at the door, free for realtors; call 601-948-1332, ext. 12; email nita@centralmsrealtors.org; centralmsrealtors.org. League of Women Voters-Jackson Area’s Affordable Care Act Discussion Nov. 22, 10 a.m., at Willie Morris Library (4912 Old Canton Road). Attendees discuss how the Affordable Care Act affects Mississippi hospitals. Shannon Coker, director of advocacy and communication for the Mississippi Hospital Association, leads the discussion. Open to the public. Free; call 601-372-8851; email ppinn@yahoo.com.

+)$3 Look and Learn with Hoot Nov. 21, 10:30 a.m., at Mississippi Museum of Art (380 S. Lamar St.). This educational opportunity ages 5 and under and their parents features a hands-on art activity and story time. Please dress for mess. Free; call 601-960-1515; msmuseumart.org. Question It? Discover It! Saturday Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at Mississippi Children’s Museum (2145 Highland Drive). Participate in activities related to Diabetes Prevention Month such as Blood Sugar Bingo, storytelling and a glucose wand demonstration. $10, free for children under 12 months and members); call 601-981-5469; mississippichildrensmuseum.com.

30/243 7%,,.%33 Platinum Productions 5D Barrel Run Nov. 21-23, at Kirk Fordice Equine Center (1207 Mississippi St.). Competitors must pay $250 entry fee. Free; call 228-860-8104; email twoodcock@neseenterprise.com; platinumproduction.webs.com. Wicked-Fun 1990s Run Nov. 22, 9 a.m., at Chain Park (East 8th Street, Hattiesburg). Runners or walkers are welcome to the nostalgic 5K race. Registration required. $25-$40; wickedfunrun.com. Jackson Touchdown Club Meeting: Mississippi College Choctaws Night Nov. 24, 6 p.m., at River Hills Club (3600 Ridgewood Road). Club members with an interest in football meet. Speakers include head coach John Bland and athletic director Mike Jones. Call for information on membership dues. $30 non-members; call 601-506-3186; jacksontouchdownclub.com.

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Events at Lemuria Books (Banner Hall, 4465 Interstate 55 N., Suite 202) • "Jerry Lee Lewis: His Own Story" Nov. 19, 5 p.m. Rick Bragg signs books. Reading at 5:30 p.m. $27.99 book; call 601-366-7619; email info@lemuriabooks.com; lemuriabooks.com. • "Pizza: A Slice of American History" Nov. 20, 5 p.m. Liz Barrett signs books. $24.95 book; call 601-366-7619; email info@lemuriabooks.com; lemuriabooks.com. • "Something Rich and Strange: Selected Stories" Nov. 21, 5 p.m. Ron Rash signs books. Reading at 5:30 p.m. $27.99 book; call 601-366-7619; email info@lemuriabooks. com; lemuriabooks.com.

%8()")4 /0%.).'3 Opening Reception for Chung-Fan Chang and Clayton Connely Plunkett Exhibit Nov. 20, 5 p.m.-7 p.m., at Mississippi Library Commission (Education and Research Center, 3881 Eastwood Drive). Chung-Fan Chang is a visual artist who works with several mediums, and Clayton Connely Plunkett is a wood craftsman. Show hangs through Dec. 29. Free; call 601-432-4056; mlc.lib.ms.us. Museum After Hours Pop-Up Exhibition Nov. 20, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., at Mississippi Museum of Art (380 S. Lamar St.). Enjoy a cash bar and a pop-up exhibition featuring works from Julia Reyes and other artists in collaboration with Mississippi Modern magazine. Free; call 601-960-1515; msmuseumart.org. Check jfpevents.com for updates and more listings, or to add your own events online. You can also email event details to events@jacksonfreepress.com to be added to the calendar. The deadline is noon the Wednesday prior to the week of publication.

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Say ‘Yes, MAAM’ to Classical Music by LaTonya Miller

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ou may not be a die-hard classical-music purist, cal pieces that the group showcases and the skilled musi- has supported outstanding local talent and drawn internabut the Mississippi Academy of Ancient Music, cians who interpret them merit such respect. tionally acclaimed artists to Mississippi. This season’s opening known as MAAM, can make you feel like one. McGinnis credits his former Tougaloo College colleague performance features John Holloway on violin, Jane Gower The organization’s 2014-2015 concert series Ernst Borinski for bringing everyone together. It was at one on dulcian (Baroque bassoon) and Lars-Ulrik Mortensen on consists of seven performances and marks its 30th harpsichord, a piano-like instrument that plucks strings season of presenting early classical music the way rather than striking them. that composers intended it to sound. Holloway and Mortensen have produced music Richard McGinnis, a founding member and together since MAAM’s formation. One of the duo’s president of MAAM, says modern musicians tend to most significant works is “Corelli’s Op. 5 Sonatas,” play these songs differently even when they use simithe only recording to use Baroque composer Arcanlar instruments. Luckily, a few musicians are dedigelo Corelli’s specified instrumentations. Holloway and cated to faithfully replicating the sounds of the 18th Mortensen always wanted to perform trio sonatas for century and earlier. Beyond using authentic instruviolin and bassoon from composers Dario Castello and ments, they’ve studied old instruction books on how Giovanni Battista Fontana. That wish came true when to properly play those instruments. Jane Gower joined. Gower is one of a few bassoonists in “We play it the same way we would play (songs the world capable of playing this spectacular music. While Gower, Holloway and Mortensen all have that were written) today,” says McGinnis, a chemistry professor at Tougaloo College. “It turns out that’s not vastly different musical backgrounds, every MAAM remotely what was expected. So (compositions by) member has one goal when they perform: reviving John Holloway, Jane Gower and Lars-Ulrik Mortensen work to Bach and Handel sound very different when played on faithfully recreate classical works for the Mississippi Academy some of history’s greatest music. the kind of instruments they intended to be used as op- of Ancient Music’s concert series opener Thursday, Nov. 20. “Some of these songs haven’t been performed as posed to what we do today.” they were composed in hundreds of years,” McGinnis Some would-be concertgoers may be put off by says. “We’re either re-hearing, discovering anew or disthe term “ancient,” but McGinnis says the word refers to of Borinski’s birthday bashes that McGinnis and co-founders covering that we’ve never really heard them before.” an 18th-century group called the Academy of Ancient John Paul and Max Garriott first performed together. BorinThe Mississippi Academy of Ancient Music’s season Music. “Apparently, at that time ‘ancient’ meant 20 or ski, who passed away in 1983, was a Jewish sociologist who opener is 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, at St. Philip’s Epis30 years old,” McGinnis says. Mississippi Academy of fled Germany as a result of the Holocaust, eventually becom- copal Church (5400 Old Canton Road, 601-956-5788). Ancient Music took its name from this and the fact that ing a political activist in the South, taking part in Freedom Admission is $20, student tickets are $5, and season tickets its acronym, MAAM, plays on the term “ma’am,” often Summer and other civil-rights campaigns. are $120. To reserve tickets and view a list of the season’s used to show a woman respect. The often-difficult classiSince its first concert in Vicksburg in 1984, MAAM dates and performers, visit ancientmusic.org.

The Source of Southern Songwriting by Jake Sund

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Everything comes out of that. … Storytelling combined with the collision of all these cultures has created this southern thing,” Kimbrough says. “Take someone like Bob Dylan: He really wants to be a hillbilly or Delta blues singer. He wishes he was Robert Johnson, Bo Diddley, Chuck Berry or Woody Guthrie.” Kimbrough and Murphy advise songwriters to trust the process that works best for them. And for southern songwriters, be grateful for the inspiration around us. “I didn’t realize how spoiled I was growing up to have B.B. King, The Meters and Buddy Guy playing down the street from you,” Murphy says. “You are from where the music is from. Look around and pay attention,” Kimbrough says. “You can never get to the bottom of this treasure chest. … Unless you run screaming from it and try to avoid it, you’re going to have it in your music.” Will Kimbrough and Lauren Murphy perform and lead the Arts & Lecture series at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24, in the Ford Academic Complex at Millsaps College (1701 N. State St., 601-974-1130). Tickets are $10. For more 35 information, visit millsaps.edu.

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is always ready to record lyrics on the spot via his phone and email them to himself. Rhythm and melody usually come later. “Some people really need a process. They need their tea and lucky notebook,” he says. “I have never had that luxury. At some point I had to decide that I was going to write a song and record it with my 3-year-old in the room.” Murphy, on the other hand, thrives on meticulous organization, which she attributes to her time studying English at Louisiana State University from 1990 to 1993. For her, it begins with stream of consciousness journaling and then sifting through the pages to pull out gems that will morph into the first lyric of a song. Kimbrough, an Alabama native, and Murphy, originally from Louisiana and living in Apple Hill, Calif., believe that southern songwriters are a special breed, due in part to a strong history of oral tradition, often rooted in suffering and tragedy. “The key is the African influence.

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illsaps College’s Arts & Lecture a solid song, Kimbrough and Murphy series is known for featuring take drastically different approaches to get gifted speakers and talented artists, but on Monday, Nov. 24, the series steps into new territory with a focus on songwriting. Will Kimbrough and Lauren Murphy, both acclaimed musicians with strong southern ties, will host the event, discussing their craft and showcasing songs from their newest albums, Kimbrough’s “Sideshow Love” and Murphy’s “El Dorado.” Kimbrough and Murphy Songwriters Will agree that one key ingredient to Kimbrough (right) good songwriting is providing an and Lauren Murphy escape, allowing the listener to (above) perform and dig into the process transcend his or her situation, if of songwriting for only for a moment. Millsaps College’s “I think all great songs defi- Arts & Lecture series, nitely provide that release,” Mur- Monday, Nov. 24. phy says. “Even if it’s a simple song about a singular idea or moment … the reason it’s good is because it has that there. Kimbrough says that writing isn’t so power to take someone and transport them much of a process for him anymore as it is to another place for a few minutes.” awareness. Whether he’s driving and listenWhile they concur on what makes ing to NPR or out on the town, Kimbrough

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Will Muschamp is stepping down as the head coach for the Florida Gators after this season. Oh, don’t feel bad for him. The Gators will pay him $6.3 million just to go away.

THURSDAY, NOV 20 College basketball (8-10 p.m., SECN/ESPN3): If Southern Miss wants to make the NCAA Tournament, it has to beat teams from power conferences such as Alabama from the SEC. FRIDAY, NOV 21 NBA (7-9:30 p.m., ESPN): The Cleveland Cavaliers, who are still trying to jell as a team, hit the road to face the surprising Washington Wizards. SATURDAY, NOV 22 College football (2:30-6 p.m. CBS): Ole Miss looks to hold off an Arkansas team that just won its first SEC game in a long, long time. ‌ College football (6:30-10 p.m., SECN) Mississippi State looks to bounce back from its first loss with a win over Vanderbilt in the final home game of the season. SUNDAY, NOV 23 NFL (7:30-11 p.m., NBC): Longtime NFC East rivals meet again as the New York Giants host No. 2 Dallas Cowboys. MONDAY, NOV 24 NFL (7:30-11 p.m., ESPN): Drew Brees has never beaten the Baltimore Ravens in his NFL career, and this game would be a great time to get that win for the New Orleans Saints. TUESDAY, NOV 25 College basketball (1-5:30 p.m., ESPN2): Enjoy all-day college basketball as the EA Sports Maui Invitational begins after lunch. WEDNESDAY, NOV 26 NHL (6:30-9 p.m. NBCSN): Get your hockey fix before Thanksgiving as the Detroit Red Wings host the Philadelphia Flyers. Muschamp can go out with a bang heard across the U.S. if he defeats Florida State in his last game. Follow Bryan Flynn at jfpsports.com, @jfpsports and at facebook.com/jfpsports.

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ississippi State University seemed to be in shock for the first half of last weekend’s game against University of Alabama. The Bulldogs played some of their worst football of the season as the Crimson Tide won 25-20. Dak Prescott threw three interceptions, Dan Mullen was off his play-calling game, and the defense couldn’t get some key third-down stops. Although MSU was ahead on the stat sheet, a disastrous first half doomed the Bulldogs. The loss hurts because it ruins the Bulldogs’ undefeated season, although it doesn’t mean they are out of the playoff race. After one loss, a team is not dead, but two losses mean any chance at the playoff sleeps with the fishes. Arizona State University and the University of Nebraska both suffered their second loss over the weekend and dropped out of the playoff conversation. That leaves just seven teams from the power conferences that are either undefeated or have just one loss—Mississippi State, University of Alabama, University of Oregon, Ohio State University, Texas Christian University and Baylor University. Florida State University is in the playoffs no matter what since it’s the last undefeated team. MSU ends the season with Vanderbilt and Ole Miss. If the team wins out, the Bulldogs should be in the four-team playoff. Alabama faces Western Carolina and Auburn to close out the regular season.

If the team wins out, it goes to the SEC Championship Game. Oregon faces University of Colorado Boulder and Oregon State to end the season and should play in the Pac-12 title game against a team from the conference’s crowded South Division. Ohio State ends the year with University of Indiana and University of Michigan, a Big Ten title opponent from the jumbled East Division. Baylor ends the season with Oklahoma State University, Texas Tech University and Kansas State University. TCU will finish with University of Texas and Iowa State University. There is no title game in the Big 12. All the one-loss teams, except for TCU, will play a ranked team in the final regular-season games and are in a conference title game. TCU has the easiest path to the final four followed by Baylor, then Ohio State and finally Oregon. Baylor plays a ranked Kansas State team and Oregon and Ohio State will be tested in conference title game. Florida State might play a ranked team in the ACC title game but ends the regular season against Boston College and University of Florida. Florida shouldn’t face any more hurdles to get a spot in the last four. Alabama will face a ranked Auburn University team, but no one finishes the season like Mississippi State facing Top 10 Ole Miss. Beating the Rebels will give any boost the Bulldogs might need to their playoff resume. But there is no margin for error. Not this late in the season.

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