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Miss Jackson State University Lauren M. Ballard and Mister Jackson State University Jarek Peterson wave to the crowd during the JSU homecoming parade on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Jackson, Miss. Credit: Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today

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THEE homecoming parade brings music and joy for Jackson State fans

By ERIC J. SHELTON - MISSISSIPPI TODAY ERIC J. SHELTON - MISSISSIPPI TODAY
Mon,10/13/25-12:00PM, 646 Reads 6,264 Statewide
Mississippi’s capital came alive Saturday as the Jackson State University homecoming parade drew fans and alumni from near and far. Spectators cheered as the Sonic Boom of the South played lively tunes, the Prancing J-Setts showcased their dance moves and drum majors led the procession with high-stepping precision.
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School-choice bill tries to do too much

Wed,01/21/26-3:50PM, 646 Reads 13,729 Statewide
If anyone needed reason to be leery about the “school choice” plan being pushed by Mississippi’s House of Representatives, the size of the bill alone should provide a large red flag.
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“Entitled” makes strong case for Republicanism

By JAY WIENER JAY WIENER
Thu,10/23/25-11:16AM, 645 Reads 8,823 Statewide
News that Prince Andrew has relinquished the title Duke of York and membership of the Order of the Garter might surprise the uninformed — providing greater reason to read “Entitled:”
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Financial audits must be a priority

Fri,01/02/26-10:38AM, 642 Reads 11,671 Statewide
The Mississippi Department of Education gives lots of reasons as to why a third of the school districts in the state are behind on their annual financial audits.
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