Community Stories

Community Stories, Education

“There is a great need for more virtual programs”

by Joanna Holbert

“Education going forward is no longer tied to your zip code.” That’s…

Community Stories, Work

“We are willing to provide care in all areas of the state”

by Joanna Holbert

In the small north Mississippi town of Ripley, Dr. Wanda Stroupe, NP…

Community Stories, Justice

“Somewhere along the way, I got sidetracked”

by Joanna Holbert

It was growing up in the rural north Mississippi town of Booneville…

Community Stories, Justice

Addiction. Incarceration. Redemption.

by Brett Kittredge

Julie Crutcher was an addict for seven or eight years. She spent…

Community Stories, Justice

Freedom after 19 years in prison

by Joanna Holbert

“It’s like coming back to life.” That’s how Michael Moore describes his…

Community Stories, Justice

Helping people find freedom

by Joanna Holbert

“We are helping people find freedom.” That’s how Tommy Wilson describes the…

Community Stories, Education

Educator hopes to open charters in Columbus and Jackson

by Joanna Holbert

Students in Columbus and in Jackson could soon have another option when…

Community Stories, Justice

Family receives the news they were hoping for

by Brett Kittredge

Richard Michael Moore has received parole a week after the Mississippi Earned…

Community Stories, Justice

Staring at the death penalty

by Joanna Holbert

“I know he’s bad, but he’s a good boy.” Those words spoken…

Community Stories, Justice

Family excited for chance at early reconnection after new law

by Joanna Holbert

The Mississippi Earned Parole Eligibility Act was signed into law by Gov….

Community Stories, Justice

Law enforcement officer sees need for criminal justice reform

by Joanna Holbert

“Every profession is evolving, and law enforcement is no different.” Lt. Kevin…

Community Stories, Work

State puts dreams, and career, on hold

by Joanna Holbert

Karrece Stewart’s dreams are on hold. They aren’t on hold because plans…