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Global panic attack

Mon, 03/23/2020 - 19:00

Now that Americans are sufficiently scared by COVID-19 to start washing their hands, it’s time to start thinking about the economic damage caused by social distancing.

The Law of Unintended Consequences reigns supreme among human attempts to control our fate. We need to pay attention to how many deaths will be caused by economic collapse. It will make COVID-19 look like a cake walk.

Northside couples postponing ‘I dos’ with limitations on gatherings

Fri, 03/27/2020 - 12:40

On March 14, Madison resident Emma Liston went in for her final wedding dress fitting ahead of the “big day” marked on the calendar for April 4, when she would marry Austin Draughn.
On a day that is typically celebrated with champagne and happy tears, Liston was beginning to get nervous about whether her wedding would be able to happen in the coming weeks due to the coronavirus pandemic sweeping the nation.

City urges residents to avoid flushing "flushable" wipes

Thu, 03/26/2020 - 14:20

(JACKSON, Miss.) – In an effort to keep sewer lines clear, the City of Jackson is asking residents to avoid flushing sanitation wipes, even if the package states they are flushable. Other alternatives to toilet paper including paper towels and facial tissues also should not be flushed in local sewer lines as people practice guidelines to combat the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. While the “flushable” wipes concern is not new to wastewater facilities, there is an increased risk to our system due to the current shortage of toilet paper.

Road projects continue in Ridgeland in effort to improve traffic flow

Fri, 03/27/2020 - 12:00

The city of Ridgeland is trucking along with several projects designed to improve traffic flow and be aesthetically pleasing.
One of the largest projects currently underway, according to Public Works Director Mike McCollum, is the Lake Harbour Drive extension.
This $30 million project will connect Highland Colony Parkway and Lake Harbour by way of a flyover bridge over I-55 North, along with a multiuse trail.
The project is divided into two phases. Phase A includes the box culvert running under the railroad.

5 things you didn't know about Walker Tann

Fri, 03/27/2020 - 12:08

1. After Katrina, he was in the Super Dome when it reopened.

2. He was the youngest president of the Central Mississippi MLS.

3. Of the 66 staff members at Nix-Tann, he is one of 12 males.

4. He serves on the vestry at St. James Episcopal Church.

5. Throughout his life, he has lived in a total of 13 houses, one of which he lived in for only 22 days.

Tested for COVID? Stay home until you get the results

Fri, 03/27/2020 - 16:31

JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi State Medical Association (MSMA) and Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) are advising Mississippians who have been tested for COVID-19 to self-quarantine until they receive test results. With almost 600 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and eight COVID-19 related deaths, physicians and public health leaders are stressing the importance of social distancing, washing hands, and preserving critical medical supplies, including personal protective equipment (PPE).

PSC to the public: Stay away from utility workers

Tue, 03/24/2020 - 17:03

(Jackson, MS) – The Mississippi Public Service Commission is urging the public to stay away from utility crews working in the field.

“These employees are working hard to ensure the public has essential services, like electricity and gas,” said Chairman Dane Maxwell. “When someone approaches these field workers, it can create a dangerous situation for the employees and the person who approaches them. It’s imperative that people stay safely away.”

Events canceled, postponed in the wake of coronavirus

Mon, 03/23/2020 - 12:31

Due to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations about limiting gatherings of people, several annual fundraising events are being postponed or canceled.

The Mississippi Museum of Art, in addition to closing its doors for the time being, has also postponed its annual Art Party and delayed events surrounding the opening of Van Gogh, Monet, Degas, and Their Times: The Mellon Collection of French Art from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

Going Mad Over Virus

Fri, 03/27/2020 - 11:50

Let me just preface this by saying two things: For starters, I am writing this on Thursday March 19th and I have no idea what the world will be like by the time it goes to print. Secondly, I know that the world I am living in right now could be a whole lot worse. It could probably be worse for every person reading this. I am of the opinion that knowing things could be worse for you and knowing they are worse for somebody else does not make your burden feel lighter.

Effective Words: Northsider’s decision to become physician results in ‘always something worthwhile’

Fri, 03/27/2020 - 12:49

Dr. J. Martin “Marty” Tucker, who learned how to be a physician from some of the state’s best minds, wonders sometimes where he would be today if it weren’t for a two-minute talk with a maintenance man.
Tucker, who was around 19 at the time, was working in a chemical factory while studying at the University of Mississippi, a hardworking pre-med undergraduate musing about the chunk of time he still had left in college, on top of long stretches in medical school and residency – a trainload of years that seemed a “lifetime” to someone his age.

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Prep Announces Coronavirus Measures

Thu, 03/12/2020 - 16:33

Jackson Prep headmaster Lawrence Coco has announced measured to combat the coronavius:

Prep Family,

I wanted to provide everyone an update on the COVID-19 (coronavirus) plan that we will be implementing in the coming days at Jackson Prep. Obviously, the health and safety of our students and faculty, and their families, are our priority. We are taking steps to ensure that we respond appropriately and responsibly to this developing situation.

To that end, we will be taking the following steps:

PERS finances deteriorate

Fri, 03/06/2020 - 11:13

The Bigger Pie Forum, a Jackson organization that advocates good government, has identified two “structural impediments” in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) that prevent it from producing all the money it needs for Mississippi’s retired public workers.

The biggest problem PERS faces is that its assets, even though they are increasing in value and are now worth more than $25 billion, are not keeping up with the money needed to pay retirees.

Skyrockets: N'side company working to meet global demand for product

Fri, 03/06/2020 - 10:46

A Northside company that markets a hand sanitizer is rapidly expanding as demands skyrocket in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic fear.

Medical Spark, run by Northsiders Bob Crisler, Sid Bondurant, MD, and Kurt Metzner, is struggling to meet demand for their Dab hand sanitizer from all around the globe, including China.

Demand for sanitizers is closely correlated with research studies proving effectiveness and Dab has posted impressive results recently.

Prison abuse has a long history in Mississippi

Fri, 02/28/2020 - 14:00

Unlike in some Mississippi prison controversies of the past, nobody's talking about trusties in the current crisis.

Trusties are prisoners who are trusted enough to be given a certain amount of privileges and authority in exchange for performing certain duties.

For generations, trusties, many of them convicted killers, were assigned grounds and household duties at the Mississippi governor’s mansion, and the governor often pardoned them at the end of his term.

Rural Mississippi less likely to face coronavirus threat

Fri, 03/13/2020 - 14:22

being a rural state without a large metropolitan area has been a vexing problem for Mississippi, but in this latest world crisis, it is a boon.

No matter how hard we try to make life smooth, easy and predictable, that’s not the way it works on this planet. Adam ate the apple and we must wait our turn for paradise.

In the meantime, I like the words from the 1939 English motivational poster: Keep calm and carry on. (And wash your hands.)

Time will tell: MDOT hopes signs reduce littering, vagrancy at underpasses

Fri, 02/28/2020 - 14:20

Panhandlers and litter could soon be a thing of the past at two underpasses on the Northside.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is working with the city of Jackson to address the problem at the I-55 North underpasses at Canton Mart Road and Adkins Boulevard.

The areas have become havens for vagrants, some of whom have been seen sleeping there, panhandling and bringing in litter.

After receiving a number of complaints, MDOT cleaned up the trash at both underpasses last week.

City exploring options on how to spend Siemens settlement proceeds

Fri, 02/28/2020 - 18:12

A new water billing system could soon be on tap for the city of Jackson, now that its lawsuit with Siemens has been settled.

Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba recently announced that it had settled its suit with Siemens for approximately $90 million.

After attorneys’ fees are paid, and after it repays a $7 million emergency water loan, Jackson will be left with just under $53 million.

5 things you didn't know about Susan Garrard

Fri, 02/28/2020 - 13:45

1. She attended school at the Fashion Institute of Technology in Manhattan.

2. On Wednesday night, you can find her meeting her friends for their weekly sushi date.

3. She is a fan of Mississippi State University women’s basketball team.

4. Her favorite spot at the Mississippi Children’s Museum is the literacy garden.

5. She lives in Belhaven and loves her neighborhood. She volunteers any chance she can.

At the Mississippi Children’s Museum, exhibits and programs are designed to instill a joy for learning and promote early childhood development.

Garrett seeks legal fees in Siemens suit

Thu, 02/27/2020 - 16:46

Days after announcing that it settled with Siemens for nearly $90 million, the city of Jackson has issued motions to dismiss complaints against several of the company’s subcontractors.

However, the legal battle might not be over just yet, with one subcontractor, Garrett Enterprises, now seeking its attorney fees from the city.

On February 25, attorneys for Garrett filed a motion asking the court to require the city to pay Garrett’s attorneys’ fees in the case.

JPS joins other districts in extending spring break due to pandemic

Sat, 03/14/2020 - 19:24

Jackson Public Schools released this statement today, saying spring break will be extended for an additional week due to coronavirus:

On Saturday, March 14, 2020, Governor Tate Reeves declared a state of emergency and recommended state-wide school closings.

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Biggest injustice in college sports

Thu, 06/20/2019 - 10:33

OMAHA — This is written from the College World Series where a packed house of more than 22,000 fans pays to watch each game at sparkling TD Ameritrade Park.

ESPN pays big bucks to televise every game. Souvenir stands are open all over this city, busily selling T shirts and caps for $25 each and up. The ballpark concession stands are busy, and concessions aren't cheap, either.

Billion dollar flooding lawsuit gets off the ground

Fri, 02/07/2020 - 11:14

Five hundred Mississippi landowners scored a big victory in Natchez recently in their quest to be reimbursed a billion dollars by the federal government for flooding their land.

The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers was asking federal claims court judge Elaine Kaplan to dismiss the suit. After an hour of hearing both sides, Kaplan ruled that the suit could go forward.

Kaplan made the ruling directly from the bench that day – a most unusual action. Typically, judges wait weeks or months to review the arguments and then issue a written ruling.

Campaign money may be driving Medicaid issue

Thu, 08/08/2019 - 10:44

Consider the following scenario.

An outside entity approaches Mississippi and says that it wants to invest a billion dollars a year in the state indefinitely and create thousands of new jobs. The only catch is that the state has to put up $100 million a year, too.

New movie theater coming soon to Madison County; improvements to others

Thu, 10/24/2019 - 18:03

South Madison County residents will soon have additional options for date nights or family fun catching films on the big screen.

In Ridgeland, the Malco Renaissance location is set to open soon, and a B&B Theatre is in the works near Northpark Mall.

The Grandview Theater in Madison is upgrading its current location with a 10-lane boutique bowling area, luxury seating and the state’s only IMAX theater.

According to Karen Melton, Malco Theatres Vice President and Director of Marketing, the Renaissance location will be opening in time for the holidays.

Crest will be 38 feet ! Will your street flood ?

Thu, 02/13/2020 - 15:25

Crest will be 38 feet! Will your street flood?

This PDF will tell you.

Click here to read a full list of areas expected to flood at various river stages:

https://www.northsidesun.com/sites/default/files/street%20flooding.pdf

Beemon Drugs closing

Tue, 06/11/2019 - 16:46

Beemon Drugs Owner Lester Hailey has announced that the iconic North Jackson drug store will be closing on June 25.

A notice was posted at the Maywood Mart institution today.

The store, which has been a staple on the Northside for years, is known for providing home delivery of medications to customers.

All pharmacy files, prescription information and refill information will be transferred to CVS Pharmacy on Old Canton Road.

Cougars in Mississippi?

Tue, 08/27/2019 - 16:59

Northsider Jeff Bonner shared this photo of a Mississippi cougar with us. It came courtesy of his friend, Clarksdale dentist Bill Wilson, who took the photo from the window of his office at 850 North DeSoto in Clarksdale. Bonner noted that over the last few decades, he and his hunting buddies have seen numerous cougars in the wild, yet wildlife officials continue to maintain that there are no cougars in Mississippi.

McDade's to have new ownership

Fri, 01/17/2020 - 18:10

Effective January 27, three Northside grocery stores will have new owners.

Roberts Company, Inc., recently purchased the four McDade’s/Froogel’s locations, as well as the McDade’s Wines and Spirits, located at Maywood Mart.

“We’re extremely excited to be in Jackson. That’s where our company’s growth is heading – north from Hattiesburg,” said company President David Roberts. “We’re extremely excited to get in these stores.”

SaveMe from GroupMe

Thu, 08/22/2019 - 11:23

It’s a new school year and with that comes—group texts. Group texts, and specifically the app called GroupMe, are incredibly helpful in so many areas of life. You have access to your entire class, entire friend group, all the parents for a child’s entire grade, family members, team members for a work project, all the parents for a specific activity’s carpool—the list is endless.

Top tier college baseball good but not as good as Class AA pro

Fri, 08/23/2019 - 10:08

Over the years I've heard it said or read it written many times: The quality of top tier college baseball, like that played in the SEC, is the equivalent of Class AA professional baseball.

That's just not so.

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Biggest injustice in college sports

Thu, 06/20/2019 - 10:33

Shellye Stanley McCarty

Thu, 02/22/2018 - 10:49

A celebration of life was held at the First United Methodist Church of Magee February 18 for Shellye Stanley McCarty. The Rev. Barry S. Male officiated. Mary Margaret Hyer was soloist.

Shellye Stanley McCarty, 71, passed away February 14 at her home surrounded by her family and friends after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born in Quitman, Miss. July 29, 1946, daughter of the late Helen Florence Atkinson Stanley and the late Fred Edwin Stanley Sr.

Rich retiring politicians

Mon, 12/18/2017 - 01:43

There will be an unusual push by Mississippi politicians to raise campaign money in the final weeks of December. That’s because a new state law kicks in requiring any campaign money raised after December 31 be used only for political campaign purposes.

The fact that politicians could cash in their campaign war chests was an abomination. In most states, you can go to jail for that. But up until now, Mississippi law allowed politicians to personally pocket campaign funds when they left office. This made the practice of buying votes quite easy in the Magnolia state.

Clarification

Thu, 08/24/2017 - 10:33

The Jackson Friends of the Library are unable to help the Jackson-Hinds Library System pay for structural improvements, not unwilling. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Summer reading

Fri, 09/21/2018 - 11:33

Jackson Academy upper school students (from left) Logan Thomas, Carter Elliott, Noah Berry, and Frank Jones met with faculty to discuss their summer reading during break recently.

JA student killed in car crash, one day before she was to graduate

Thu, 05/17/2018 - 18:03

A vigil will be held tonight for the Jackson Academy (JA) student killed in a car crash today.

Frances Anne Fortner was driving along Ridgewood Road around 1:30 p.m., when she hit a manhole cover and her car flipped, according to Precinct Four Cmdr. Keith Freeman.

The vigil will be at 7 p.m., on the school's campus.

Freeman said the manhole cover near Venetian Way popped up as she was driving over it, and she lost control of the vehicle.

Fortner, 18, had just left the school and was driving to Christ United Methodist Church for graduation practice.

Food hall coming to the District at Eastover

Thu, 10/26/2017 - 17:59

The District at Eastover will add a new addition in the spring of 2018, Eastover Market, the state’s first food hall. Eastover Market will be developed in consultation with the esteemed St. Roch Market of New Orleans, and will showcase a curated collection of local, boutique restaurant concepts.

Jackson Zoo could be coming to Northside

Tue, 03/27/2018 - 17:36

_The Jackson Zoo is looking to relocate to LeFleur's Bluff State Park.

Here is the press release sent out a few minutes ago:

Billion dollar flooding lawsuit gets off the ground

Fri, 02/07/2020 - 11:14

Flawed accounting of our public schools

Thu, 07/12/2018 - 11:49

Mississippi's state accountability model is designed to measure the instructional effectiveness of schools and districts in the state. It includes students' scores on language and math tests as well as attendance and graduation rates. Schools and districts are given a letter grade from A to F according to their performance. Schools ranked A or B are considered high performing and receive adulation. Schools and districts that receive D or F grades are labeled academic watch or failing and may lose accreditation or be taken over by the Mississippi Department of Education.