Mississippi is Improving - 4/18/2018

Mississippi is improving and growing. The educational system is much better than one realizes. Mississippi produces college graduates. There are a large number of HBCU's, I.e., Jackson State University, Tougaloo College, Alcorn State University; as well as universities such as MS State University; University of Southern MS, MS College, Univ. of MS (Old Miss)just to name a few. I have travelled and lived in many states. Mississippi has a lot of hidden jewels.

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It has it problems. - 2/10/2018

Im in Pelahatchie,MS and I've been here before but my family tends to stay away from this area. I watch the news daily and all I hear is jackson. On the other note, Jackson is a big city so......

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It has it problems. - 2/10/2018

Im in Pelahatchie,MS and I've been here before but my family tends to stay away from this area. I watch the news daily and all I hear is jackson. On the other note, Jackson is a big city so......

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Most underrated cont'd - 7/17/2017

I forgot to rank my other post. I would have given 5 stars but I know that no place is perfect. In my opinion the best places for blacks are the Jackson Ms area, Savannah Ga, etc. I live in Texas not the best for blacks.

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Jackson,MS - 12/2/2014

I want to know does anyone agrees with the media's version of Mississippi, such as education, health, and lack of resources? Also, how life is like in Jackson, MS compared with other major cities in the US?

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Jackson,MS - 11/29/2014

Hello. I am not a native of Mississippi, and I want to know how is the city of Jackson, MS. I be reading about the conditions of Mississippi such as poor health and education, and lack of resources. Does anyone in the city agrees with the media version of the state?

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Negative Reviews about Jackson Laughable! - 7/17/2011

Struggling hard not to titter at some of the negative views on here. Moved to Jackson MS for college about 15 years ago and loved the place so much I stayed on and have been here ever since. I'm black first of all, and coming from a city that was 3 million strong, loved the fact that Jackson was very relaxed paced, had loads of Southern Hospitality where strangers still smile and say hello to each other as they walk by (try that up North or in L.A!), no endless lines everywhere to access services, plenty of wide open spaces, greenery and large yards in homes, not traffic jams!, amazing Southern food and ah just the fact that its the capital city of the State that's birthplace of the Blues!! Yes we're segregated but whose fault is that :)? Long standing institutional racism perchance? The big change for the better came when Kane Ditto was kicked out in the upper '90s and Harvey Johnson began to clean up all messes and rectify hundreds of years of neglect in the "black" neighborhoods. Prior to that I remember the area around JSU looking like Beirut with caved in burnt out homes - some vacant for decades, still standing while then then all white areas of the city had their streets washed and polished daily and public curbs trimmed impeccably. Don't get me wrong I have nothing against white people - many of my friends are white Jacksonians, I just abhor all this racism stupidity that has held back not just Jackson but this great country for so long. But I've digressed. I bought a nice little bargain basement cookie cutter ranch style home in South Jackson (probably from one of the departing 'peeps' on this page :P) all cash for a song and it's been the best thing I've ever done. I have a modest business here that has been doing really well and that keeps the bills paid and allows for vacations from time to time. I've traveled the world and all over the USA especially over the past few years and trust me there is no place I love to come back to than Mississippi and Jackson in particular. I love the fact that the Beach (and the casinos!) are only a two hour drive away, I love the festivals like the Natchez Balloon fest, Riverfest and the Blues fests in Clarksdale. I enjoy road trips to Tunica and to Golden Moon. Driving the Natchez trace is a fantastic experience I recommend to my none MS friends all the time. Maybe only one or two drives in the Union eg the Pacific Hwy in California may be better. Ive been to Elvis's and Oprah's homes, gone fishin' on the Rez and on the Coast, the list of amazing experiences and memories I have of this place are too many to enumerate. Anyone who says there is no arts or entertainment in and around Jackson might need to get their head examined! I miss the now gone Subway Lounge and Schimmels (gone too) but there is always The Frank Jones Corner and the 930 blues cafe! When it comes to my favorite hobby - food - I love the variety available..did someone on this thread say Keifers!! From the hole in the walls to the tony upscale restaurants Jackson has it all. Of course there is crime (where on earth isn't there any?)so unless you are looking for an utopia that does not exist, Jackson is just like any other city - its has some bad and lots of good too. When do I plan to ever leave this city? Never! Hopefully as the negative people move out some of us can get to buy more cheap property (nice huge homes going for a pittance) so it's not such a bad thing that the "scared and paranoid" element move out after all :)! God bless.

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retirement - 2/6/2011

I have lived all my life in Jackson. I have watched my city go from an upcoming city to a city of urban decay, simply, more and more dependent upon federal dollars. Crime is horrific, the city government is ineffective, no pride is left in this town , the soul has left, retiree beware !

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Mississippi Ain't All Bad - 8/13/2010

The climate is the one thing that makes Mississippi great.

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Living in the Jackson area @ a glance - 3/20/2010

The city of Jackson and its surrounding areas has its pros and cons. I grew up in the city of Jackson and it's not such a bad place depending on where you live. All major cities have there share of crime problems. The hugest obstacle to face in my opinion is the segragation of races. We all realize that this factor won't disappear overnight realizing Mississippi's racial history. If you are looking to move to the Jackson area, this issue shouldn't be a huge shock. The weather is very mild except for the summer. It's very hot and humid. When it snows in the winter (not too often), schools and many jobs shut down. Speaking of jobs, there are plenty in the medical and educational fields. Over the past 20 years, the families with high incomes left the city of Jackson and have built homes and businesses in the surrounding small towns. Most still work in Jackson, but live outside of it. Jackson's tax payer's pool has substNtially dropped. This has effected the quality of living negatively in many ways. Instead of streets being fixed, they are patched up every 5 months. Traffic is not a problem at all. The downtown area currently has no entertainment. There are a few projects but they are slowly being developed. Overall, if you are looking for a small major city to live in and high levels of racial segragation don't bother you, Jackson or it's surrounding areas may be the place for you.

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slop - 11/27/2009

Jackson,a good place to be from 50 years ago. The best way to view Jackson is in your rear view mirror. A bad joke.

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In comparison - 10/19/2009

In my search on this website, I have found the "Cost of Living" in Jackson MS is better than in most other places. Of course in the grand scheme of it all, the income level is much lower; this probably balances out the comparison to other areas.

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living in jackson - 8/10/2009

Not a good place to live. Poor pay and cost of living higher for the pay.

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It is what you make of it - 5/6/2009

I went through the public high school system and enjoyed it. I got a good education, and had some great teachers. My sister, on the other hand, is now at a private school and is doing very well there as well. As long as you have a good idea of what kind of person your kid is, and if they can ignore distractions, they'll be fine whether they're in private or public school.

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Mostly Warm - 4/5/2009

Jackson, MS is a fair weathered place that's pretty enjoyable climate wise. I can get pretty hot in the summer, but for people who face harsh temperatures in the winter months, it can be very nice place to retreat.

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Worst city I've ever been in - 3/2/2008

Not enough culture or entertainment. The libraries are a disgrace. Barely any sidewalks or public transportation.Groceries are very expensive for a city with poor economy.Jobs are scarce, I was lucky to find a good one but it took some time. Nothing beautiful to look at except trees and muddy lakes. Had problems understanding people when they speak .I could write a book about all the things that are wrong with this city.

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SCHOOLS????? - 5/17/2007

WHAT schools? A school is where you go to learn the 3 Rs. Not how to wear your baggy jeans around your ankles, sport a nasty cap on backwards, or grow a beard in the 8th grade. And, last but not least, steal everything you can get your hands on to buy more dope!!! Schools....what a laugh! But, it's not really funny. In fact, it's very sad. What a beautiful place it was when I was growing up. I'm very thankful that I got an education before it turned into what it is today. I'm also very thankful that my family and I escaped to the Ozarks. I don't have to worry about the people still there moving in here and spoiling this place. They wouldn't have the slightest idea where the Ozarks are. How could they? Geography hasn't been taught there for years!

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Crime is a way of life here! - 5/17/2007

I grew up in Jackson and considered it a very nice place to raise my family................37 years ago! I've lost 3 nice houses in, what used to be, respectable neighborhoods. Crime moved in and I moved out. The last move got me $70,000 for a house that was worth $125,000, and was glad to get that! All of my family have finally escaped that cesspool and believe me, WE WON'T BE BACK!!!.

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classes of people - 1/10/2007

There are only 2 classes of people in Jackson...the have and the have nots. You either have money or you don't. It's always been that way and it's not going to change anytime soon.

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City view - 1/10/2007

Move to Jackson and lose your shirt and anything else you've worked your entire life for. If the City doesn't screw you the thugs will. RUN, RUN fast as you can...away from this City that so many were once proud to call home. Red

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