Home Remember, Lest We Forget Dr. Jay T. Smith Sr.By Jackson Advocate News Service ● Obituary ● August 7, 2026Remember, Lest We Forget DR. JAY T. SMITH SR. Dr. Jay T. Smith Sr. departed this life on July 30, 2026, in Jackson, Mississippi. He was 92. A celebration of […] Local NewsGALLERY – The Mississippi Federation of Democratic Women hosted a special reception to honor the founders of the Hinds County Federation of Democratic Women for their vision, leadership and lasting contributions to the organizationBy Joshua Martin ● Community ● August 4, 2026GALLERY – Community leaders, elected officials, healthcare partners and residents gathered to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the new Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Health & Wellness Center, a 23,000 square foot facility that expands access to quality healthcare in Yazoo County and the Mississippi DeltaBy Joshua Martin ● Community ● August 4, 2026GALLERY – Body and Mind Soulutions hosted the JXN Wellness Hub in celebration of National Black Business Month, bringing the community together for a day focused on health, wellness and supporting local businessesBy Joshua Martin ● Community ● August 4, 2026Musical celebration punctuates life of beloved Carroll Lee McLaughlinBy Jackson Advocate News Service ● Community ● August 4, 2026GALLERY – Mississippi leaders, healthcare advocates and community members gathered at The Capital Club in Jackson for the Mississippi Moms Matter maternal health panelBy Joshua Martin ● Community ● August 3, 2026Charles A. Smith launches ‘The Lens and The Record’By Jackson Advocate News Service ● Culture ● July 31, 2026Load More