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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
30th Millsaps student awarded Fulbright Scholarship
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Millsaps College student won a prestigious Fulbright award to teachEnglish abroad. Abby Henry is the 30th Millsaps student to earn the honor. According to the college, Henry will teach in Taiwan next fall. USM recognized for supporting military-affiliated students The Fulbright Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board, provides unparalleled opportunities for recent college graduates, graduate students and early career professionals to pursue graduate study, conduct research or teachEnglish in schools across the globe. Henry, a recent graduate with a degree in psychology and a minor in government and politics, was inspired to return to Taiwan after studying abroad there in the summer of 2023. 'I loved everything about it—the language, the culture, the food, the rich political history, the people,' she said. 'When I found out there was an opportunity to be there again through Fulbright, I jumped at it.'While in Taiwan, Henry hopes to improve her Mandarin Chinese and gain more experience as a language teacher. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Independent
22-04-2025
- Politics
- The Independent
Mayor of Mississippi's capital city fights for third term despite federal bribery indictment
The mayor of Mississippi 's capital city, who's under indictment on federal bribery and conspiracy charges, is fighting to keep his job. In a matchup Jackson voters have seen before, Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, seeking a third term, faces state Sen. John Horhn in a Democratic primary runoff on Tuesday. ' People are ready for something different," Horhn said. 'They are ready for change; they're ready for leadership; they're ready for better streets; they're ready for less crime; they're ready for more opportunities.' Lumumba defeated Horhn in the 2017 Democratic primary outright, earning 55% of the vote. This time around, Lumumba's vote share dropped to 17% in an April 1 primary. Horhn secured 48%, short of a majority needed to avoid a runoff. Horhn benefited from the endorsement of Mississippi U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson, the top Democrat on the House Committee on Homeland Security, noted Eric R. Schmidt, an assistant professor of government and politics at Millsaps College. 'What's different is that he came very close to winning the Democratic party nomination outright; and what's different as well is the cloud that the criminal indictment against the current mayor has cast over the race,' Schmidt said. Lumumba, Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owns and Jackson City Council member Aaron B. Banks were indicted in November. The indictment alleges the three Democrats accepted payments, including $50,000 for the mayor's reelection campaign, from two people they thought were real estate developers looking to build a hotel near the downtown convention center. It turns out they worked for the FBI. All three have pleaded not guilty. 'Residents have been, you know, told a narrative that should — that should give them every reason for us not to be here, right? And we're trying to make it clear that that's not who we are," said Lumumba. Schmidt said the winner of Tuesday's runoff will almost certainly be the next mayor of Jackson, given the city's demographic makeup. More than 80% of residents are Black, the highest percentage of any major U.S. city, and about 25% live in poverty. The general election is set for June 3.
Associated Press
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Associated Press
Mayor of Mississippi's capital city fights for third term despite federal bribery indictment
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The mayor of Mississippi's capital city, who's under indictment on federal bribery and conspiracy charges, is fighting to keep his job. In a matchup Jackson voters have seen before, Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, seeking a third term, faces state Sen. John Horhn in a Democratic primary runoff on Tuesday. 'People are ready for something different,' Horhn said. 'They are ready for change; they're ready for leadership; they're ready for better streets; they're ready for less crime; they're ready for more opportunities.' Lumumba defeated Horhn in the 2017 Democratic primary outright, earning 55% of the vote. This time around, Lumumba's vote share dropped to 17% in an April 1 primary. Horhn secured 48%, short of a majority needed to avoid a runoff. Horhn benefited from the endorsement of Mississippi U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson, the top Democrat on the House Committee on Homeland Security, noted Eric R. Schmidt, an assistant professor of government and politics at Millsaps College. 'What's different is that he came very close to winning the Democratic party nomination outright; and what's different as well is the cloud that the criminal indictment against the current mayor has cast over the race,' Schmidt said. Lumumba, Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owns and Jackson City Council member Aaron B. Banks were indicted in November. The indictment alleges the three Democrats accepted payments, including $50,000 for the mayor's reelection campaign, from two people they thought were real estate developers looking to build a hotel near the downtown convention center. It turns out they worked for the FBI. All three have pleaded not guilty. 'Residents have been, you know, told a narrative that should — that should give them every reason for us not to be here, right? And we're trying to make it clear that that's not who we are,' said Lumumba. Schmidt said the winner of Tuesday's runoff will almost certainly be the next mayor of Jackson, given the city's demographic makeup. More than 80% of residents are Black, the highest percentage of any major U.S. city, and about 25% live in poverty. The general election is set for June 3.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Who won Jackson Metro Student of the Week March 16-22? Find out here
Each week the Clarion Ledger highlights the achievements of outstanding local high school students. Out of five nominees, there can only be one Jackson Metro Student of the votes are in. Vesper Johnson of Murrah High School is the Clarion Ledger's Jackson Metro Student of the Week for March 16-22. Johnson is a senior at Murrah High School and has a focus in visual arts at Ida B. Wells APAC. His main focuses in life are community organizing and visual art. He serves as the secretary of his local chapter of the National Art Honor Society and the Outreach Chair on the Teen Arts Council of the Mississippi Museum of Art. His artwork has been displayed in shows at Belhaven University and Millsaps College. Johnson plans to attend Millsaps College and pursue a degree in studio art. Last week's winner: Who won Jackson Metro Student of the Week March 2-8? Find out here You can vote to decide the next Jackson Metro Student of the Week. Polls open Monday mornings and close Thursdays at noon. Winners are announced on Friday. Are you a teacher, principal, librarian or other faculty member with a nomination? Click here for the nomination form or contact Mary Boyte at mboyte@ for more information. This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Jackson Metro Student of the Week March 16-22 winner announced
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Vote for Jackson Metro Student of the Week March 2-8
The Clarion Ledger's Jackson Metro Student of the Week feature highlights the outstanding achievements of local high school students, academic and beyond. Each week, you can vote for one winner out of five nominees. Read about this week's nominees, and then vote in the poll below. The poll will close Thursday at noon. Winners will be announced on Friday morning each week. You can cast a vote once per hour per device. Last week's winner: Who won Jackson Metro Student of the Week Feb. 23- March 1? Find out here Natyah Buckley: Buckley is a junior at Northwest Rankin High School. Not only is she dedicated to her coursework and grades, but she also goes above and beyond despite challenges that she faces to achieve success. She is kind to others, always helpful and willing to go the extra mile. She is respectful to her teachers and classmates alike. With her drive and work ethic, her teachers believe Buckley has a very bright future ahead of her. Brooke Dennis: Dennis is an honor student at Jackson Academy. She is a member of the varsity basketball and volleyball teams. Dennis is described by teachers as intelligent, kind, sweet and gifted. Dallas Haralson: Haralson is a freshman at Germantown High School. An all-A student and a member of the girls' basketball team, Haralson represents herself and her school with integrity, both in and out of the classroom. She has already made a positive impact on Germantown High, described by her teachers and coaches as intelligent and hard working, eager to support a teammate or classmate when it's needed most, and she is always willing to put in the extra time and effort to push herself a little bit more. Vesper Johnson: Johnson is a senior at Murrah High School and has a focus in visual arts at Ida B. Wells APAC. His main focuses in life are community organizing and visual art. He serves as the secretary of his local chapter of the National Art Honor Society and the Outreach Chair on the Teen Arts Council of the Mississippi Museum of Art. His artwork has been displayed in shows at Belhaven University and Millsaps College. Johnson plans to attend Millsaps College and pursue a degree in studio art. Corbyn Smith: Smith is a freshman at Velma Jackson High School who excels both academically and in extracurricular activities. He is actively involved in the VJHS Choir, marching band, bowling team, track team, JROTC, and law and debate club. Smith has also achieved honor roll status for his first term and is committed to maintaining his academic excellence. In addition to his school commitments, Smith is a member of the Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church, where he contributes by singing in the choir. His dedication to his family and friends truly sets him apart. Are you a teacher, principal, librarian or other faculty member with a nomination? Click here for the nomination form or contact Mary Boyte at mboyte@ for more information. This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Vote for Jackson Metro Student of the Week March 2-8
