Articles by derrion barnes

JSU’s Office of Government and Community Engagement partnered with JPS for the GEAR Up Grant

September 2, 2026 // 0 Comments

JSU’s Office of Government and Community Engagement partnered with JPS for the GEAR Up Grant. This will result in JSU receiving 1.3 million to support JPS [...]

Young Entrepreneurs Invited to Learn, Grow, and Sell at the Youth Entrepreneurship Hub and Kidtrepreneur Marketplace

August 7, 2026 // 0 Comments

Young entrepreneurs with big ideas will have the opportunity to turn their creativity into action during the Youth Entrepreneurship Hub and Kidtrepreneur Marketplace – [...]

Caribbean Flavor Finds a New Home Near Jackson State

July 28, 2026 // 1 Comment

If you’re looking for your next great meal, you won’t have to travel far. Jerk City Grille has officially opened its newest location just down the road from [...]

The Neighbors That Never Leave

July 22, 2026 // 0 Comments

Walk outside on any Jacksonian summer day and you’re guaranteed to do two things without even thinking about it. Sweat out your best outfit and look for a patch of [...]

Young Entrepreneurs Showcase Their Success at E-STEAM Summer Camp Celebration

July 13, 2026 // 0 Comments

The E-STEAM Summer Camp combines Entrepreneurship, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics to give students hands on experience in innovation, problem [...]

Community Comes Together for Pecan Tree Park Clean Up Day

June 30, 2026 // 0 Comments

Residents of Pecan Tree Park recently joined forces for a neighborhood clean up aimed at creating a cleaner, greener, and more connected community. The event brought [...]

Growing Stronger Communities One Garden at a Time

June 29, 2026 // 1 Comment

West Jackson residents recently came together at the Center for Social Entrepreneurship for the “Beautify Your Outdoor Space” community workshop, a hands on [...]

Jackson State University’s Mt. Olive Cemetery project wins prestigious Mississippi Heritage Award

June 18, 2026 // 1 Comment

Above, Dr. Heather Denné, Director of Community Engagement, receiving the heritage award for Mt. Olive Cemetery Jackson State University’s Office of Community Engagement [...]