The Elport Chess JATRAN Facility Naming September Marks Two Significant Milestones September 2017 marks two important and connected anniversaries in Mississippi’s Civil Rights history. First, 70 years ago in Jackson, the Lanier Bus Boycott of 1947 took place and was led by Mr. Elport Chess. Then one year ago, in 2016, the JATRAN public bus … Continue reading Celebrating a Civil Rights Achievement 70 Years in the Making
Dr. Wilma E. Mosley Clopton was the March featured speaker at the Clinton Career Women Luncheon. She spoke about the diversity and strength of Mississippi women, and how these women have worked to blur lines while moving forward with a growth and vision for our State. She mentioned several examples of these women, their stories … Continue reading Dr. Wilma E. Mosley Clopton Speaks at the Clinton Career Women Luncheon
NMHS Unlimited Film Productions is honored to welcome back Galean Stewart-James as the Master of Ceremonies for the 2018 Filmmaker’s “Mardi Gras” Bash. She is a native of Jackson, Mississippi, and a graduate of Belhaven University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications and a Master of Public Administration degree. Her education … Continue reading Master of Ceremonies Galean Stewart-James Returns to the Bash
Annual favorite Melvin “HouseCat” Hendrex returns to the Bash, but this time, he goes zydeco as musical director for the band Pocket. Other band members include: • Timothy Allen, guitar • Ben Sterling, bass • Adib Sabir (Paul Owens), vocals and percussions Looking forward to this musical treat! Don’t miss this performance at the Filmmaker’s “Mardi … Continue reading Pocket Set to Perform at the 2018 Filmmaker’s Mardi Gras Bash
Welcome Sous Chef Malcolm Evans, sous chef at the King Edward Grille in Jackson. We cannot wait to see what he cooks up at the 2018 Bash. Try Sous Chef Malcolm’s delicious dish during the Top Sous Chef Competition at the Filmmaker’s “Mardi Gras” Bash on Saturday, February 24, 2018, at the Mississippi Museum of … Continue reading 2018 Filmmaker’s Bash Highlight: Sous Chef Malcolm Evans
Welcome Sous Chef Phillip Brown, sous chef at Sodexo/Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company in Jackson. We cannot wait to see what he cooks up at the 2018 Bash. Sous Chef Phillip Brown discovered a love for food at an early age, which was inspired by his father who was well known for his cooking. … Continue reading 2018 Filmmaker’s Bash Highlight: Sous Chef Phillip Brown
We’re looking forward to Rhonda Richmond’s performance again at the VIP reception for the 2018 Filmmaker’s “Mardi Gras” Bash! Here’s footage from last year’s reception.
Welcome Chef Marilyn Shelby Kithuka, chef and owner of Gumbo Girl at 5681 Highway 18 in Jackson. We cannot wait to see what she cooks up at the 2018 Bash. Chef Marilyn Shelby Kithuka is the chef and owner of Gumbo Girl, a small Jackson, Mississippi, area restaurant that is fast growing in popularity. Her … Continue reading 2018 Filmmaker’s Bash Highlight: Chef Marilyn Shelby Kithuka
Welcome Chef Wyatt Williams, Executive Chef at Sodexo/Southern Farm Bureau Life in Jackson. We cannot wait to see what he cooks up at the 2018 Bash! “To be a good chef, one must not only love food and cooking, but also have a love for people as well,” is a favorite saying of Chef Wyatt Williams, … Continue reading 2018 Filmmaker’s Bash Highlight: Chef Wyatt Williams
Welcome back Chef Rashanna Newsome, Sous Chef of The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen, located at 1200 North State St. in Jackson. We cannot wait to see what she cooks up at the 2018 Bash. Chef Rashanna was inspired by her parents and their love of cooking. Rashanna originally planned to study computer in college, but … Continue reading 2018 Filmmaker’s Bash Highlight: Chef Rashanna Newsome
