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Ladies' Night at the 4th Quarter Exchange

12/12/2019

by Aliyah Veal

Rapper Unknwn performs for the first time at the 4th Quarter Exchange, a music event that brings artists and consumers face-to-face through performances and networking. Photo by Drew Dempsey

JACKSON — Rapper Unknwn wore shades, a black hoodie, jeans and an Army jacket, and her mystique matched her name perfectly. The crowd inside Offbeat in midtown formed a stage around her at the 4th Quarter Exchange, a musical event bringing artists and consumers face-to-face through performances and networking.

A Colorful Past: Can the Sun-N-Sand Be Saved?

12/12/2019

by Seyma Bayram

The Mississippi Heritage Trust is trying to save the historic Sun-N-Sand Motor Hotel from demolition. After acquiring the property in July, the State of Mississippi announced plans to demolish the structure and turn it into a parking lot for government employees. Photo by Imani Khayyam

Not long into working the bar at the iconic Sun-N-Sand Motor Hotel in downtown Jackson, Rudolph "Cotton" Baronich thought he had seen it all. Legislators, athletes, celebrities, and businessmen were among the clients who frequented the Sun-N-Sand and the George Street Grocery, where he had previously tended bar.

Coming Soon: A Movie Theater Explosion

12/12/2019

by Dustin Cardon

Chef Robert St. John is opening Ed’s Burger Joint in Fondren close a remodeled Capri in 2020. Wier Boerner Allin Architecture

While some businesses are busy introducing themselves to the Jackson metropolitan community, others who have already established their presence are finding innovative ways push forward even further. As such, this list details renovations, relocations and more that local businesses have been making over the fall quarter.

Grand Openings in Greater Jackson

12/12/2019

by Dustin Cardon

Refill Café occupies the space that Koinonia Coffee House once held. Photo courtesy Jeff Good

The people of Jackson are an entrepreneurial sort, as evidenced by the multiple businesses that have held grand openings throughout this last quarter. Here is a list of some of the newer spots you may want to check out if you have not yet had the chance, as well as some local places to look forward to visiting in the new year.

Pauline Rogers’ Long Road

12/12/2019

by Jenna Gibson

Pauline Rogers operates the RECH Foundation alongside her husband. Photo by Acacia Clark

Pauline Rogers watched her mother kill her father in an act of self-defense when she was a little girl. Originally from Vancleave, Miss., Rogers was born and raised in a family where she was one of 11 siblings, and she grew up doing petty crimes like shoplifting, and eventually found herself in prison.

PUBLISHER'S NOTE: Engagement, Solutions, Race Equity and IPAs

12/12/2019

by Todd Stauffer

Photo by Evan Dvorkin on Unsplash

I'm a fan of the holiday season. I like the music, lights, decorations and schlocky movies. And one of the pleasures of the holidays is making a special effort to get out to a walkable urban environment and do some "shopping."

Homemade Soft Caramels

12/12/2019

by Amy Schumann

Photo courtesy Amy Schumann

These homemade caramels may take a little extra time and concentration, but by the time you sample the end result, you know that your attention and vigilance throughout the process was worthwhile. Homemade caramels make for a great gift or party favor during any holiday, and an added benefit is that the whole house will have a sweet scent wafting through the air that can outmatch nearly any candle you may come across.

‘The Lady With Bruce Willis Eyes’

12/12/2019

by Anne B McKee

Lydia Lippincott plays Hollie in the theater’s newest production. Photo courtesy Hearth & Mantel Theatre

The opening nights of the Hearth & Mantel Theatre Company's production of "The Lady With Bruce Willis Eyes" brought in a larger crowd than the troupe anticipated.

Matthew West: Singing, Crying, Connecting

12/12/2019

by Nate Schumann

Contemporary Christian music artist Matthew West headlines for the 2019 K-Love Christmas Tour. Photo courtesy Matthew West

Originally from the suburbs of Chicago, four-time Grammy winner Matthew West, 42, grew up playing baseball but possessing a talent for music that those around him encouraged him to pursue.

Ho-Ho-Holiday Gifts

12/12/2019

by Nate Schumann

The holiday season is more than upon us, so if you are looking for some items to pick up for friends or family—or even to decorate your home or office—this holiday gift guide may serve you well. Give it a gander and browse the numerous goods found at local businesses in the Jackson area. Shopping local is the way to give.