ShareSaveCommentBusinessHollywood & EntertainmentMichael Jackson Scores A Bestseller In America — Even As Sales FallByHugh McIntyre Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights with a focus on the global charts.Follow AuthorMay 03 09:00am EDTShareSaveCommentMichael Jackson's Thriller is once again a top seller on vinyl and on the pure sales chart VARIOUS - JUNE 25: **IMAGE RESTRICTED - NOT AVAILABLE FOR USE IN A NORTH AMERICAN MAGAZINE COVER UNTIL JULY 11 2009** Michael Jackson performs in concert circa 1995 it would still likely forever be remembered as one of the most successful albums of all time the title has become a constant bestseller and a must-own on vinyl It was a true blockbuster when it was first unveiled decades ago —the kind seen only once in a generation – and it remains one to this day Fans have never stopped listening to Thriller in the years since it arrived After disappearing from a handful of Billboard tallies only recently Thriller surged and is now a bestseller once more – even though it's not technically selling as well as it did just last week Jackson’s classic lives on five Billboard tallies at the moment and the album returns to two charts this frame — ones dedicated solely to pure purchases for full-lengths — as it once again ranks among the bestselling releases in America Thriller is a top 20 success on both rankings Jackson’s masterpiece nearly reenters the top 10 on the Vinyl Albums chart These placements are especially impressive considering the fact that Thriller is actually down in terms of pure sales it moved a little more than 3,200 — a 12% drop week-over-week it still manages to blast back onto the two lists after Record Store Day releases vacated dozens of spots opening up real estate for time-tested favorites to return Despite being one of the bestselling releases of all time Thriller has never managed to reach the highest position on the Top Album Sales chart Billboard’s list of the bestselling projects in the country In the 447 frames it's been present on the list 2 — though it has conquered the Vinyl Albums roster the Billboard 200 – the main albums tally – was not built using a consumption methodology Jackson’s behemoth was the bestselling release in the country The same hit-packed set also appears on another trio of consumption-based rankings this week Thriller still manages to find space on the Top R&B Albums (No 13) and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts (No $260 million dollar deal to remain with his team in April of 2023 ending an ugly period in which Jackson felt undervalued not just by his team He was there for anyone who wanted him for a moment there with the Ravens waiting until well after they could have signed him to more money seemed willing to touch the former MVP amidst lingering injury concerns Jackson has discovered a second part of his prime rattling off two consecutive healthy seasons after a few years of inconsistency and tacking on two First Team All-Pro appearances along with being named Most Valuable Player within a year of resigning The team's best course of action would be to put pen to paper on another deal before his upcoming $43.5 million paycheck takes its scheduled jump between seasons, which would make Jackson the newly-highest-paid player in NFL history. Dak Prescott currently holds that record with his four-year with some of Jackson's peers like Josh Allen Patrick Mahomes and Jordan Love signing similarly hefty deals in recent years Allen, Jackson's old draft-classmate, just agreed to terms on a six-year deal two months ago, netting the reigning MVP $330 million over the next six years to look forward to It's likely in the best interest of the forward-thinking Ravens and the deserving Jackson to avoid the song and dance of the early 2020s rewarding their centerpiece proportionately Make sure you bookmark Baltimore Ravens On SI for the latest news, exclusive interviews, film breakdowns and so much more! HENRY BROWNHenry covers the Washington Wizards and Baltimore Ravens with prior experience as a sports reporter with The Baltimore Sun, the Capital Gazette and The Lead. A Bowie, MD native, he earned his Journalism degree at the University of Maryland. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit If you or someone you know has a gambling problem crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) reports that on Saturday they had roadblocks along with Georgia State Patrol (GSP) at multiple points in the county that culminated in 13 arrests before the storms arrived The safety checkpoints were along State Route 330 at Tallassee Road in the southern part of the county near U.S SR 98 close to the Madison County line near Commerce and SR 334 at Sanford Road according to Sheriff Kevin McCook McCook did add he was not sure if deputies made it to the last stop on SR 334 due to storms coming in The sheriff’s office reported multiple DUI and outstanding warrant offenses being charged along with 21 warnings issued According to Jackson County inmate records there were five DUI arrests during the stops along with three drug-related arrests There were also three people arrested with a hold for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).  “We seek to protect the innocent motoring public,” JCSO said in a Facebook post “Thank you to our deputies and citizens who strive to do good things every day to make this county safer.”  As Netflix scraps an epic series exploring the Purple Rain star’s complexities such as the $40m Melania Trump hagiography would have been the definitive Prince documentary: a nine-hour behemoth drawing upon dozens of interviews with the late icon’s associates and rare access to his personal archive We won’t, unfortunately, get that opportunity. In February, Netflix scrapped Edelman’s documentary after executors of Prince’s estate, reportedly upset by its content The streaming platform plans to develop “a new documentary featuring exclusive content from Prince’s archive.” In other words: a watered-down take This dispiriting saga reveals much about the bleak state of the celebrity documentary complex in 2025: they are plentiful on streaming platforms yet increasingly indistinguishable from sponsored content. In raw numbers, documentaries are more popular than ever but they also feel more toothless and risk-averse Netflix’s capitulation lays it all out in the open sanitised celebrity docs flood the marketplace while distributors balk at complicated and/or unauthorised films providing complex portraits of their subjects It will be an impoverished world where authors fear to publish unauthorised biographies because they can’t afford to be sued by the subject The corporate culture of capitulation has only worsened since Trump’s re-election. In December, ABC News agreed to pay $15m to settle what some consider a frivolous lawsuit from Trump. In April, the executive producer of 60 Minutes resigned saying his journalistic integrity had been compromised by corporate higher-ups who have been considering their own Trump settlement Free newsletterTake a front seat at the cinema with our weekly email filled with all the latest news and all the movie action that matters Projects like that are closer to propaganda than journalism and this one’s being bankrolled and legitimised by one of the largest and most powerful streaming companies in the entertainment industry Documentaries ought to challenge and hold power to account more than they flatter in a landscape where a few streaming companies owned or run by billionaires dominate the documentary market in the US At least one tryout participant from this weekend's Rookie Minicamp will get an extended look with the Eagles The Eagles announced on Sunday that they have signed rookie wide receiver Giles Jackson the Eagles waived running back Tyrion Davis-Price 187 pounds) led the Huskies with 85 receptions in 13 games in 2024 leading to 893 yards and seven touchdowns in the team's first season in the Big Ten It was not Jackson's first season in the conference as he spent his first two seasons in Michigan where he was Honorable Mention All-Big Ten in 2019 as a return specialist Davis-Price was a third-round pick of the 49ers in 2022 out of LSU He spent this past season with the Super Bowl Champions as a member of the practice squad How did Howie Roseman execute the trade to get linebacker Jihaad Campbell Why was Andrew Mukuba such a highly sought-after target in the second round What did the Eagles want to accomplish on the final day of the 2025 NFL Draft It's all here in the post-draft episode of Unscripted Here are the jersey numbers for the new veterans Chris and Michelle Britton honor the memory of their youngest son by raising thousands of dollars each year for the Eagles Autism Foundation The Britton family was chosen to represent the Foundation at the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay The cornerback becomes the fifth draft pick to sign his rookie contract the first-year players got back to football at the NovaCare Complex The Eagles kick off Rookie Camp by getting Smael Mondon Jr. and Antwaun Powell-Ryland to ink their four-year rookie deals a travel football club for boys and girls from New Jersey After adding 10 draft picks to an already strong roster the Eagles will have ample ammunition to continue to bolster the team in the 2026 NFL Draft The 6-foot-6 defensive tackle has started every game over the last two seasons for the Eagles Robinson was the last first-round linebacker picked by the team back in 1979 The organization honored the men and women who have served the country during the time in Washington with a trip to Arlington National Cemetery Ahead of their first official practice as Philadelphia Eagles and outside linebacker Antwaun Powell-Ryland Join first-round pick Jihaad Campbell in his first 24 hours as an Eagle From the moment he gets selected to his tour of the facilities in Philadelphia every moment of Campbell's first day as an Eagle is right here for your viewing pleasure The Eagles capped off this weekend’s rookie minicamp by making a couple of roster moves They announced that they have signed wide receiver Giles Jackson to the 90-man roster Running back Tyrion Davis-Price was waived in a corresponding transaction Jackson went undrafted out of Washington this year He had 135 catches for 1,414 yards and nine touchdowns in four seasons with the Huskies and he began his college time with a pair of seasons at Michigan so he began and ended his collegiate run in the Big 10 Davis-Price was a 2022 third-round pick by the 49ers and he ran three times for seven yards in his only appearance for the Eagles last season A Division of NBCUniversal DISCLAIMER: This site and the products offered are for entertainment purposes only and there is no gambling offered on this site This service is intended for adult audiences No guarantees are made for any specific outcome Link IconCopy linkFacebook LogoShare on FacebookXShare on XEmailShare via EmailLink copied to clipboardEagles add receiver Giles Jackson an undrafted wide receiver out of WashingtonThe 5-foot-9 receiver led the Huskies with 85 receptions in 13 games last season The Eagles signed wide receiver Giles Jackson to the 90-man roster on Sunday and waived running back Tyrion Davis-Price was in town this weekend during rookie camp on a tryout basis The 5-foot-9 receiver led Washington with 85 receptions in 13 games last season He amassed 1,414 receiving yards and nine touchdown catches in four seasons with the Huskies after beginning his college career at Michigan gives the Eagles 11 receivers on their 90-man roster Davis-Price was a third-round pick by San Francisco in 2022 He spent last season on the Eagles’ practice squad although he was elevated for the team’s Week 17 game against Dallas and rushed three times for 7 yards the Eagles have seven running backs on the roster The team returns to the NovaCare Complex in a formal capacity later this month for organized team activities In the doldrums of the college football offseason it doesn't take much to excite the fanbase Tennessee freshman wide receiver and former Sheffield star Radarious Jackson had one of those moments His acrobatic catch during the Orange and White spring game on April 12 went viral and could be a prelude of what to expect from the four-star recruit for Tennessee in 2025 "He showed a big flash in the spring game with a one-handed catch," Tennessee coach Josh Heupel said at the Big Orange Caravan stop in Memphis on April 29 "That's who he was consistently throughout the spring meaning that he made plays and when he got the ball in his hands 206-pound Jackson had 1,604 all-purpose yards and 22 touchdowns his senior season at Sheffield Heupel said he's seen the same player he saw on film and then some "What I've been really excited about is how mature he's been since he got to campus but really in mid-January when we started our winter semester," Heupel said "He shows up the same guy every single day He competes at an elite level and takes coaching extremely well." Tennessee currently has just seven scholarship receivers on its roster and only three who made catches last season in Chris Brazzell With his spring performances and potential development over the summer Heupel said it's not hard to imagine Jackson being in the mix for snaps when practices resume in August "I love what he did in the spring," Heupel added like all of those first-year guys that started in January if they do the right thing here in May and then in our summer program they have a chance to show up in a different way when they get to training camp meaning they look and operate like a seasoned vet When he spoke with The Commercial Appeal on signing day in December Jackson was ready to start his new journey in Knoxville "I'm really looking forward to coming in and showing that I can be a playmaker," Jackson said "I'm really excited about what he's done in a short amount of time since January," Heupel said "He's a young guy that's got a huge ceiling and I'm excited to see him continue to grow." Wendell Shepherd Jr. is The Commercial Appeal's high school sports beat writer. Reach Wendell at wendell.shepherd@commercialappeal.com or on X @wendellsjr_ Although the plan was for the superstar to finally return against the New York Yankees on Monday, San Diego Union-Tribune's Kevin Acee reported that the center fielder will play tomorrow He is believed to have arrived in New York a short while ago.Plan is for him to play tomorrow.Brandon Lockridge starts in CF tonight … if this game is played More news: Padres Pitcher Named Best Offseason Signing By Multiple MLB Execs Brandon Lockridge will get the nod in center field for the rainy contest in the big apple Game 1 in the Bronx. pic.twitter.com/lq9cH2ENLG April has been a whirlwind for fans as it began with the exciting news that Merrill would be a member of the Padres through the 2034 season as he signed a nine-year $135 million deal on the second day of the month The extremely team-friendly could only be celebrated for about six days when Merrill was then placed on the injured list for a hamstring strain What was supposed to be a quick stint resulted in keeping out the superstar much longer than fans would have hoped for and a slew of other Friars injuries during April made for an uncomfortable stretch in terms of depth The now 22-year-old Merrill will have to wait just one more day than his intended return date but given the weather at Yankee Stadium Monday More news: Padres May Have New Secret Weapon in the Rotation Nick Pivetta is on the mound for the Friars and looks to continue what has been an electric start to 2025 with his 5-1 record and 1.78 ERA on the year He will be facing off against southpaw Carlos Rodon for New York The Friars start a three-game set in New York with a five-game winning streak that was the result of sweeping their last two series Hopefully the Padres can keep up their winning ways and extend their win streak as they prepare for the imminent return of their superstar More news: Padres' $280 Million Star Opens Up on Struggles to Start This Season For more Padres news, head over to Padres on SI RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson took legal action against Stone Brook Partners to require them to respond to the Department of Justice’s investigative demands and Attorney General Jackson is currently seeking summary judgment in the case against MV Realty Both companies allegedly convinced North Carolinians to sign dishonest locking them into decades-long contracts with no way out “These real estate companies scammed North Carolinians into signing contracts that force them into predatory long-term agreements,” said Attorney General Jeff Jackson who is trying new tactics to rip off people in our state We’re going to use every legal tool at our disposal to do right by homeowners.” NCDOJ sued MV Realty in 2023 for targeting vulnerable homeowners and offering them an up-front cash payment in exchange for committing to use the company’s services MV Realty allegedly failed to disclose that the agreements they offered to homeowners committed them to exclusively using MV Realty for decades placing liens on their property to enforce the deals Stone Brook Partners is under investigation for similar predatory practices allegedly offering consumers cash in exchange for giving the company the rights to make the first offer to buy the home if the homeowners decide to sell These agreements also reportedly contained hidden 30-year commitments and other exploitative terms Attorney General Jackson is seeking a court order forcing Stone Brook Partners to turn over documents relevant to the investigation A copy of the application to enforce the investigative demands against Stone Brook Partners is available here A motion for summary judgment against MV Realty is available here © 2024 | all rights reserved | Website by AndiSites Inc. A Mississippi law may block the Jackson City Council from voting at their May 6 meeting on proposed pay raises for themselves and the mayor Currently, members of the Jackson City Council earn $25,000 per year, while Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba earns $120,000. The proposed raises would have increased the mayor's salary to $170,000 and the council's to $35,000 Jackson’s elected officials fall somewhere in the middle The mayor’s $120,000 salary is lower than those in cities such as Memphis but higher than in Montgomery and Shreveport the Jackson City Council’s $25,000 salary is below several peer cities but above others Below is an explanation of why the council may not be able to go through with the proposed pay raises after all the Clarion Ledger reviewed the salaries of council members and mayors of neighboring cities including Birmingham the raises would take effect when the new council takes office it looks like the council won't be voting on the increases at all Ward 7 Councilwoman and Council President Virgi Lindsay said she is planning to put the salary increases as a discussion item on the council's May 6 meeting agenda Lindsay is not seeking reelection this year so even if the council could vote on a salary increase if we were within the timeframe to get this done I think it was simply an oversight," Lindsay said "I will encourage the next council to take this up as the pay increases are badly needed." Most council members agreed that salary increases are necessary to attract more qualified candidates the mayor and council haven’t had a raise since 2001 the Birmingham City Council's public information officer Baton Rouge Mayor Sid Edwards receives $175,000 per year, according to a January report published by the City of Baton Rouge make $12,000 per year with the mayor pro tem earning $18,000 The mayor pro tem is equivalent to the council president on Jackson's council Just down U.S. 49 from Jackson, the mayor of Hattiesburg, Toby Barker, earns $140,000 per year, while the Hattiesburg City Council receives $35,000, according to WDAM. There are five members on Hattiesburg's council The City Council voted to increase their own salaries Hattiesburg council proposed the salary raise in an attempt to attract more qualified candidates to run for elected office MemphisMemphis Mayor Paul Young earns $227,500 per year The Memphis City Council, made up of 13 members, earns $37,808.42 per year, according to a January report released by the City of Memphis Each of the nine members of the Montgomery City Council member makes $18,000 New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell earns approximately $188,000 annually, according to a 2022 article from WWLTV The seven members on the New Orleans City Council receive $93,504 per annum, according to the City of New Orleans. Salaries are adjusted annually based on a 12-month average of the Consumer Price Index ShreveportShreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux earns approximately $95,000 per year, according to a January article by the Shreveport Times The seven members of the Shreveport City Council earn $15,225.17 per year with the council's president earning $17,625.03 officials at the Jackson airport have announced an expanded slate of flight options for travelers ready to vacation From now through August, the number of flights out of Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) increases by 5% versus summer 2024 while the seats available to travelers increase by nearly 3% “We are excited to offer even more travel options for our passengers in Jackson and central Mississippi this summer,” Jackson Municipal Airport Authority CEO Rosa Beckett said we are truly grateful to everyone who chooses to fly JAN – you are truly the reason we continue to grow and thrive.” JAN currently offers direct flights to nine airports through Delta Air Lines which is Jackson’s longest-serving airline since 1929 which offers access to nearly 1,000 daily flights to five continents Delta’s seat offering will total around 100,000 this summer departing from JAN American Airlines will offer up to 90,000 seats during the peak summer period United Airlines will offer nearly 30,000 seats and five daily flights to Houston Southwest Airlines recently added a direct flight from Jackson to Nashville giving Mississippians dozens of destinations via the Music City Copyright 2025 SuperTalk Mississippi Media Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly SuperTalk Mississippi Media is Mississippi’s leader in news SuperTalk Mississippi Media covers every inch of the state — “Looking Up Arts,” an experienced artist team from San Francisco that focuses on interactive large scale art installations will create a functional art installation for Anderson Park in downtown Jackson in June 2025.  “Looking Up Arts” was chosen through a competitive application process by a selection committee of Public Art Commission members and site stakeholders to bring new life to an empty sidewalk space This project is led by Our Jackson Home and the City of Jackson.  “We’re excited to bring our artwork to Jackson and to contribute to the creative energy of Anderson Park Inspired by Jackson’s rich music scene our installation celebrates the vibrancy of the community through bold and playful designs We hope to add a joyful splash of color and create a gathering place in this well-loved public space,” Srikanth Guttikonda founder of “Looking Up Arts,” said.  The upcoming installation will be a permanent piece of art expected to be in the space for many years to come and will transform an underutilized section of sidewalk into a vibrant The piece includes multiple sculptures that will also function as tables and chairs for the public to use The design will incorporate agricultural and musical elements complimenting the neighboring Farmers’ Market and AMP.  “We can’t wait for people to sit at the tables and enjoy the art when they visit the area,” said Lizzie Emmons “It will be a colorful and useful addition to Jackson’s Arts District.”  The installation is made possible through a partnership between the City of Jackson and the Our Jackson Home program at theCO was named USA Today’s #3 Best City for Street Art in 2025 reflecting a continued collaborative effort to grow the City’s collection of street art for residents and visitors alike to enjoy To learn more about public art in Jackson, visit ourjacksonhome.com/publicart For more news in the Jackson area, click here DENVER — The Denver Nuggets roll into the next round of NBA Playoffs with game one at 7:30 Monday night They're up against the best team in the west Watch parties are happening across the city with the official one scheduled for Jackson's LODO on 20th St Rocky will be there and the Denver Nugget dancers and fans will have the chance to win prizes The Nuggets advance to the second round of the playoffs after beating the Los Angeles Clippers 120-101 on Saturday night they'll go to the Western Conference Final they'll face the winner of the Eastern conference for the NBA Championship title Game 2 of the second round will be 7:30 Wednesday night with another official Denver Nuggets watch party at Jackson's Denver7 is committed to making a difference in our community by standing up for what's right lending a helping hand and following through on promises Vicki Jackson Vallero passed away on May 5th to parents Floyd Jackson and Evelyn (Bergum) Jackson and raised on an eighty-acre dairy farm with her three brothers and the help of her grandmother Ida Jackson She was baptized and confirmed in the Grace Lutheran Church in Darlington one room schoolhouse through 4th grade then Fayette Elementary Darlington High School and graduated in Argyle in 1969 In the early 70’s she traveled to Colorado In 1973 she was joined in love by her husband Dana For the next 52 years they lived a simple and free life together raising their daughters and enjoying their grandchildren She loved her grandchildren dearly and often ruled with her firm Norwegian beliefs when needed to help guide them between right and wrong A private family gathering will be held at a later date Condolences can be sent to: W6554 Patterson Rd. Shriner Hager Gohlke Funeral Home is assisting the family TN has compiled a list of upcoming events and activities to celebrate Mother’s Day in West Tennessee For more local news, click here greenlighting Season 3 before Season 2 has even aired Nexus Point News has learned that casting is already underway with filming scheduled to begin this July in Vancouver Based on the beloved book series by Rick Riordan Percy Jackson and the Olympians has garnered praise for its faithful adaptation The novels follow the titular character as he learns that he is the son of the Greek god Percy (Walker Scobell) finds his way to Camp Half-Blood where his fellow young demigods are educated about their respective destinies Percy’s fate is extraordinary even under such circumstances Disney will also adapt Riordan’s additional Percy Jackson novels for TV including The Battle of the Labyrinth and The Last Olympian Prior to Disney’s acquisition of the rights to the source material 20th Century Fox adapted the first two Percy Jackson novels into feature films in 2010 and 2013 respectively In spite of an impressive cast — Alexandra Daddario (Annabeth Chase) Rosario Dawson (Persephone) — the films are not particularly faithful to the books whereas Season 1 of the Disney TV series allotted eight 33 to 43-minute episodes to retell the story of Percy’s first year at Camp Half-Blood fans can likely assume that similar effort and space will be provided for Season 2 and 3 and (hopefully) beyond RELATED: 20th Television Has Officially Acquired The Rights To ‘The Kane Chronicles’ Rick Riordan has penned several supplemental books about Percy Jackson and company following another young demigod hailing from Norse mythology We also previously revealed that The Kane Chronicles series was in development at Disney and descendants of the pharaohs of ancient Egypt Considering Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 1 logged over three billion viewing minutes via Disney+ and received a 91% critical rating via Rotten Tomatoes Riordan’s books seem to be good long-term investments RELATED - EXCLUSIVE: ‘The Kane Chronicles’ Series Is In Development At Disney+ The FCS Daily Dose is a blog-style article series featuring an assortment of news A new Daily Dose will be published multiple times a week The Missouri Valley Football Conference will undergo a new governance and operating structure approved by the MVFC President’s Council The football-only league will be under a joint management model between the Missouri Valley Conference and the Summit League creating a new governance and operating structure for the single-sport conference HERO Sports first reported this enhanced MVFC-Summit League partnership last month Jeff Jackson has been named the next MVFC Commissioner and Josh Fenton will be the Executive Advisor Jackson has served as Commissioner of the MVC since 2021 He will assume his duties as MVFC Commissioner on July 1 Fenton has served as The Summit League’s Commissioner since 2023 Current MVFC commissioner Patty Viverito is set to retire on June 30 and South Dakota State play their other sports in the Summit League And Youngstown State is in the Horizon League “I eagerly anticipate working with the MVFC Presidents Council and the Athletic Directors of the MVFC,” Jackson said “This partnership will foster a mutually beneficial relationship between our two conferences ensuring the continued success of the MVFC while establishing a stable framework for our membership Our collective efforts will be instrumental in delivering an exceptional experience for student-athletes.” “The Summit League and all its member institutions are excited for this new partnership with the Missouri Valley Conference to assist in the operations of the best FCS Football conference across the country,” Fenton said “I look forward to working with Commissioner Jackson and his team to advance the interests of our football programs while also continuing to build a strong Summit League.” “This restructuring ensures the continued success and stability of the MVFC,” UND President Andy Armacost who is currently serving as the MVFC President’s Chair “By streamlining our management and enhancing collaboration among member institutions across three conferences – the Summit League and the Horizon League – we are positioning ourselves for sustained growth and continued national prominence.” the MVFC will remain an independent legal entity distinct from its member institutions’ multisport conferences The updated governance model includes a board of directors The MVC and Summit League will play a role in administrative operations as this is mostly behind-the-scenes changes to the day-to-day operations But it could help in improving multimedia presence The MVFC is also looking at doing an in-person media day this summer And the partnership could play a huge role in realignment The new partnership puts the Summit League in a position of power in adding new members, either from Utah or Texas as new members would automatically have a spot in the MVFC Richmond, William & Mary To Continue Rivalry Game + In-Helmet Communication Coming To The FCS … READ MORE Considerable FBS-to-FCS Transfer Movement Coming This Spring … READ MORE Montana State AD Leon Costello Discusses Opting In To The House Settlement … READ MORE HERO Sports is the go-to website for FBS and FCS football news First Bet Offer for new customers only (if applicable) In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel This promotional offer is not available in DC THIS PROMOTIONAL OFFER IS FOR NEW PLAYERS ONLY US PROMOTIONAL OFFERS NOT AVAILABLE IN MISSISSIPPI © 2022 HERO SPORTS © 2022 HERO SPORTS You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience At the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet in Montgomery on May 2 Pike Liberal Arts School senior Jackson Booth was awarded the John Williams Memorial Scholarship Booth plans to attend Mississippi State University to pursue a degree in Animal and Dairy Sciences the son of Kevin an Karri Booth of Brundidge was one of 160 students awarded by the ACF which serves to engage in educational and scientific activities to improve the beef cattle industry in Alabama and educate youth on the importance of beef cattle A total of $152,750 in scholarships were awarded by the ACF at the banquet The ACF has awarded scholarship money each year to Alabama youth with more than $1.5 million being awarded to date There are four games featuring a SWAC team on the Monday college basketball schedule 5-3 SWAC) will attempt to build on a three-game home winning streak when… The Nashville Predators’ Roman Josi and the Ottawa Senators’ Brady Tkachuk will be two of the most exciting… will be in action Monday versus the Ottawa Senators at Bridgestone Arena,… FOOD & RECIPES 1:35 PM | Updated: 1:48 pm BY KSL TV Smith’s Chef Jeff Jackson joined KSL TV to show viewers how to make his sweet pork nachos to celebrate Cinco De Mayo Follow @KSL5TV Janet also penned a celebratory message to her brother Jackie Jack Irvin has over five years of experience working in digital journalism Jack started in the industry with internships at Rolling Stone and Entertainment Tonight and he worked as a writer for publications including Bustle Jack covers daily music news and has interviewed both up-and-coming and established artists including Dolly Parton Jed Cullen/Dave Benett/Getty; Jeffrey Mayer/WireImage This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page ShareSaveCommentBusinessHollywood & EntertainmentJanet Jackson Earns A Pair Of New Top 10 HitsByHugh McIntyre with a focus on the global charts.Follow AuthorMay 05 08:45am EDTShareSaveCommentJanet Jackson’s "Someone to Call My Lover" debuts on two of Billboard’s digital charts More TikTok and fan enthusiasm for the decades-old favorite NEVADA - MAY 17: Singer Janet Jackson attends her residency debut "Metamorphosis" after party at On The Record Speakeasy and Club at Park MGM on May 17 (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images for Park MGM) and fans likely shouldn’t hold their breath for a brand new full-length or even another single anytime soon longtime lovers of the superstar — as well as those just now discovering some of her classics — have helped turn a decades-old cut from her catalog into a smash once again Jackson returns to the Billboard charts this week with a beloved tune that climbs into the highest tier on several rankings becoming a win on a few lists for the first time long after the world first fell in love with the cut "Someone to Call My Lover" debuts on a pair of Billboard rankings this frame The track opens inside the top 10 on both charts giving Jackson a somewhat late-in-career new win it launches highest on the R&B Digital Song Sales chart The composition also appears on the slightly broader R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales roster As "Someone to Call My Lover" arrives Jackson claims her third top 10 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales chart She has performed even better on the more focused R&B Digital Song Sales list the singer has now landed seven placements on the former and a milestone 10 on the latter "Someone to Call My Lover" comes close to tying as Jackson’s highest-rising hit on both digital tallies it just misses matching with both "No Sleeep" featuring J Cole and "Made for Now" with Daddy Yankee missing out on giving the legend her first champions by a single space 5 and remains her top performer on that list Jackson earns the highest debut this week on both tallies Muni Long’s "Made for Me" opens at No while Beyoncé’s "Die With You" (4-4-17) returns at No On the R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales chart "Baby Come Back" by Player kicks off its time at No "Fe!N" by Travis Scott and Playboi Carti lands at No "Someone to Call My Lover" has recently gone viral thanks to younger listeners discovering it on TikTok That renewed interest – which has turned many tracks from decades past into chart wins in the past several years – is driving sales and streams pushing the track back onto charts around the world Even a modest uptick in purchases of a long-overlooked favorite can be enough to bring it back to the Billboard tallies Originally released as the second single from All for You "Someone to Call My Lover" danced to No The hit earned Jackson a Grammy nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance the following year a group of Detroiters met to critique paintings over dinner and drinks The group eventually named themselves The Scarab Club the Detroit artists’ club and gallery has played an important part in the city’s art scene the club is still a resource for Detroit artists and maintains a mission of fostering a more vibrant arts community in the city is also focused on creating a space where art feels accessible—whether you're making it or looking at it Jackson is the first Black woman to manage the Scarab Club gallery in its 100-plus year history but she actually stumbled upon the Scarab Club by accident After visiting the Detroit Institute of Arts one day So she instead followed someone into a nearby building it was membership-based—it was all of these things,” she said Jackson was asked to do a workshop on resumes for the Scarab Club like literally part of the team,” Jackson said Jackson used drawing and art as a way to express herself That love of art was fostered by both her parents and her teachers in Detroit Public Schools But Jackson didn't initially see working in the art world as a viable career She also excelled at science and math in school when she became a freshman at Western Michigan University Jackson initially was intent on studying chemical engineering were always in the background sustaining me as I was doing these structural things that you're ‘supposed’ to do to create a career for yourself,” she said or that I could truly make a career in the arts.” Jackson spent most of her career in nonprofit work as a graphic designer and brand manager While working at the Houston Public Library in 2006 Jackson tried her hand at curating projects I would hear so much news about my hometown and a lot of the news was about Detroit coming back.” Jackson was excited to hear of the city’s revival who were Detroit culture creators and artists “I would never see them in the stories that I was seeing so I knew that the nation was getting not the whole story of Detroit,” she said and part of the way I did that was through developing projects that used art.” Jackson said she believes “art has this brand of being for a particular class of people She is proud of the way Detroit is breaking that brand and wants the Scarab Club to be part of that work “What we have been doing is making things like membership more accessible creating exhibitions that look and feel more like Metro Detroit,” Jackson explained “People like me becoming part of the team and that are Detroiters and Norman Rockwell have visited the Scarab Club Jackson is invested in telling their stories as well as the stories of the artists who are shaping Detroit today “One thing that I'm very interested in is more storytelling...sharing more stories about the artists of Detroit through the Scarab Club lens,” Jackson said “So many artists have come through those doors over these 100 years or 100-plus years but knowing those that came before and knowing extraordinary artists that are here now I want to help tell more of their stories.” recently submitted private text messages between the two as evidence in their ongoing divorce proceedings In the alleged messages obtained by In Touch Weekly are arguing over their daughter Juno’s schooling 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 the Dawson’s Creek actor wrote: “I looked over the packet you put in Juno’s pack I think we should probably sit down and discuss this ASAP I’d love to understand your thinking here and discuss what your goals/hopes are with the new school I know the window for submission at other schools is closing Jackson signed the message “Best.” the exes go back and forth about finding a time to meet that suits both of their schedules Turner-Smith filed for divorce from Jackson in October 2023 after four years of marriage The actress cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their split they’ve been battling it out in court over a number of issues—namely Related: Christie Brinkley Recalls Moment She Learned Husband Was Cheating With a Teenager “I consistently prioritize Juno’s best interests and value Josh’s input as her father I have responded to Josh’s questions on this issue and remained available to meet and confer regarding the school selection for Juno to resolve this issue amicably with Josh,” Turner-Smith said in a declaration despite my outreach and good faith efforts Josh ultimately opposed Juno’s enrollment at [the school] I have made repeated efforts to coordinate a summer and fall custodial schedule with Josh to accommodate both of our work schedules while prioritizing consistency and frequent contact with both parents for Juno,” she continued and Jackson has yet to respond to Turner-Smith’s allegations in court Another week to vote for the Jackson area girls athlete of the week is here after a strong week of TSSAA playoffs action once per hour until the poll closes at 5 p.m Congratulations to Dyer County softball's Rylee Key who won last week's poll with 305 (44.5%) of 685 votes Here are this week's nominees for the Jackson area girls athlete of the week USJ softball: Ayers had a strong offensive week for the Bruins The highlight was a six-RBI and four-hit game in an 18-0 win over Jackson Christian on April 29 South Gibson softball: Ballentine hit a grand slam for a four-RBI day in a 9-2 win over Dyer County on May 2 Haywood softball: Coulston drove in three runs and recorded a hit in the Tomcats’ 13-0 win over Fayette-Ware (4 innings) on May 1 Riverside softball: Holbert drove in three runs on four hits in the Panthers’ 14-4 win over Frank Hughes (5 innings) on April 29 Dyersburg softball: Jordan drove in three runs on three hits in the Trojans’ 10-0 win over Obion County Central (5 innings) on May 1 Dresden softball: Oliver drove five runs on two hits in the Lions’ 15-10 win over Halls on April 29 and tacked on three more hits and RBIs in a 14-0 win over Gleason (5 innings) on May 2 Gibson County softball: Prestininzi recorded four hits and a RBI and struck out seven batters in the circle to lift the Pioneers to a 10-3 win over West Carroll on April 28 Jackson Christian softball: Robinson totaled six RBIs on three hits and picked up a complete game victory in the circle in the Eagles' 10-7 win over Fayette Academy on May 1 Hardin County softball: Samples drove in five runs on three hits in the Tigers’ 15-5 win over South Side on April 29 Gleason softball: Scarbrough piled up 14 strikeouts in a one-hit complete game to lead the Bulldogs to a 14-0 win over Greenfield (5 innings) on May 1 piled up 13 strikeouts and drove in the lone run in a 1-0 win over Summertown on April 28 then struck out 15 batters in a 12-1 win over Hardin County (5 innings) on May 2 including striking out all 19 batters she face in a 10-0 win over Gibson County (6 innings) on May 3 A batter reached first on a dropped third strike Union City softball: Smith drove in three runs on four hits in the Golden Tornadoes’ 15-5 win over South Fulton (6 innings) on May 2 Crockett County softball: Thornton drove in five runs on run hit in the Cavaliers’ 13-3 win over Obion County Central (6 innings) on April 29 Supreme court justice also spoke of White House’s undermining of the constitution and rule of law The US supreme court justice Ketanji Brown Jackson condemned the Trump administration’s attacks on the judiciary in a cutting speech at a judicial conference on Thursday evening Without mentioning Donald Trump by name, Jackson spoke of “the elephant in the room” and rhetoric from the White House “designed to intimidate the judiciary” “ Across the nation, judges are facing increased threats of not only physical violence, but also professional retaliation just for doing our jobs,” said Jackson, according to the New York Times. “And the attacks are not random. They seem designed to intimidate  those of us who serve in this critical capacity.” Read moreThe justice’s comments are the most direct criticism of the Trump administration by a supreme court justice since the US chief justice, John Roberts, rebuked the Trump administration in March for pushing for the impeachment of a federal judge Jackson made the remarks at a judicial conference in Puerto Rico Federal judges have said the Trump administration has failed to comply with court orders regarding foreign aid federal spending and the firing of government workers The administration disputes it has defied judges but has been critical of orders and judges that have blocked its actions Judges have also come under pressure in Trump’s campaign to deport migrants, as in Wisconsin where a judge was arrested after she allegedly helped an immigrant evade federal authorities Local judges have chafed at the idea of arresting migrants in local courthouses “The threats and harassment are attacks on our democracy And they ultimately risk undermining our constitution and the rule of law,” Jackson said Jackson urged her judicial colleagues to show “raw courage” to continue their work. “I urge you to keep going, keep doing what is right for our country, and I do believe that history will vindicate your service,” she said according to Politico The supreme court has a 6-3 conservative majority Spring Sports Stars: Who are the top underclassmen around Jackson your votes.Jared Purcell | japurcell@mlive.com .st1{fill-rule:evenodd;clip-rule:evenodd;fill:#2a2a2a}By Eric Ingles | eingles@mlive.comJACKSON -- We have asked for your top seniors in spring sports which freshmen and sophomores are rising to the top in spring sports Cast a vote between now and next week to voice your opinion If you cannot see the poll, click here The sophomore infielder already had a clutch moment in a key game last year when he hit a walk-off single to beat Charlevoix in the Division 3 state semifinal at Michigan State’s McLain Stadium including a PR of 50.73 in a dual meet at Pinckney He has also been part of the Vikings 4x200 and 4x400 relays as the Golden Eagles suffered their first loss of the season but still put up five wins the sophomore ace recorded 47 strikeouts and four walks while allowing three earned runs in 20 1/3 innings in the circle Wiginton has cleared the early qualifying mark in pole vault with room to spare leaping 14’9 at a conference meet April 30 at Maple Valley In seven events so far this year he has never lost and has hit 14 feet in three events 1 singles for the Vikings and none of her last seven wins have gone to a third set Shoemaker is one of the top pitchers and hitters in the area with a .472 average seven home runs and 31 RBIs as well as a 1.75 ERA and 169 strikeouts in 80 innings Lauer is a strong scoring option for the Flying Dutchmen which included getting a pair of goals in a win over Hanover-Horton Hocter has already qualified for the state meet in the 110 hurdles thanks to MHSAA’s new early qualifying rules which put him in the state meet after he ran a 15.20 in a dual meet April 29 with Columbia Central He has also been a part of some strong Comets relays and competed in shot put and long jump Four hits in a win over Stockbridge and three hits in a win over Michigan Center made strong statements early in the season from the Warriors shortstop and pitcher Lynn has a 1.73 ERA and 1.27 WHIP in 24 innings on the hill including most recently at East Jackson’s Dome Classic and been part of the Cardinals’ 4x400 and 4x800 relays Ream is a .485 hitter for the Blackhawks with seven triples and four home runs Blonde is capping off a strong school year which already saw success in cross country and basketball and is now showing a strong track season in which he has a pair of 800 wins and three 1600 wins while also helping the Comets in the 4x400 and 4x800 Wrozek has strung together several multi-hit games for the Titans Gregory got the call Day 1 of her freshman year to step into the circle as the Panthers ace Henry burst onto the soccer scene last year with a strong scoring ability and has not let up recently putting up back-to-back four-goal games in wins over Grass Lake and Hanover-Horton and before that scoring the lone goal in a 1-0 win over Napoleon Good has two wins in the 400 and two wins in the 800 this year and also put up a PR of 4:29.68 in the 1600 at the Ralph Rice Invitational Lehman has picked up three wins and a runner-up finish in the 100 four wins in the 200 and been part of strong Yellowjacket relays in the 4x100 Not many players have notched a goal against Manchester this year but Anders did when the Comets took on the Flying Dutchmen last week Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, (updated 8/1/2024) and acknowledgement of our Privacy Policy, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (updated 1/1/2025) © 2025 Advance Local Media LLC. All rights reserved (About Us) The material on this site may not be reproduced except with the prior written permission of Advance Local Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site YouTube's privacy policy is available here and YouTube's terms of service is available here Ad Choices Katherine Jackson has reached an age many people don’t see: 95 years old. The matriarch and mother of some of the biggest superstars in the world received an outpouring of love for her birthday on social media LaToya Jackson posted a video of her out to dinner with her mom and included a caption celebrating her. “This amazing lovely lady turned 95 today! Her expression of love and kindness is always deeply felt! We all love you Mother! 🌹❤️😘” the caption read.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by La Toya Jackson (@latoyajackson) The Indiana native and author also shares a birthday with her son, Jackie Jackson, a founding member of the Jackson 5. The 74-year-old also penned a birthday message to his mom on Instagram and shared a throwback photo of them smiling. “Happy Birthday to the most incredible woman I know—my beautiful mother and the matriarch of our family, Katherine Jackson. 🎉💜” he wrote. “There’s no one I’d rather share my birthday with. Your strength, love, and wisdom have shaped who I am, and I’m forever grateful. Here’s to many more celebrations together. Love you always. 💐🎂” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jackie Jackson (@jackiejackson5) The matriarch is a mother of ten and had all of them with her late husband They married in 1949 after meeting at a party Michael Jackson doted over what a dedicated mother Katherine is in his 1988 autobiography Moonwalk “Every child thinks their mother is the greatest mother in the world but we Jacksons never lost that feeling,” he wrote “Because of Katherine’s gentleness I can’t imagine what it’s like to grow up without a mother’s love.” “The lessons she taught us were invaluable and consideration for other people headed her list.” The Friars should have their starting lineup intact by next weekend As we begin the second month of the 2025 Major League Baseball season the postseason pretenders and contenders start to take shape baseball fans do not pay attention to the division standings until Memorial Day The San Diego Padres will state their case as a playoff contender but they must first patiently wait for the return of two starters to the lineup next week The addition of Jackson Merrill and Jake Cronenworth brings high expectations for all The good news is both Merrill and Cronenworth have begun rehab work at the Padres sports complex in Peoria The target dates for their return are May 5 for Merrill and May 9 for Cronenworth each player might be eased into the lineup as it may take some time to get their timing back in the field and at the plate The return of Merrill adds some pop to the lineup which has been missing a consistent left-handed longball threat since he found himself on the injury list he seemed like a lock to represent the Friars in this season’s Mid-Summer Classic Merrill hit .378 with 3 HRs and 10 RBIs before tweaking his right hamstring It is unknown if he can continue at this pace once Merrill returns to the lineup there is evidence that he will continue to attack the zone His stance allows him to protect the inside corner by shortening his stroke and pulling the ball over the first base bag Merrill’s balance in the box gives him enough plate protection to drive an outside pitch to the opposite field for an extra-base hit let’s not forget his value as a plus glove in center field Tyler Wade has done a terrific job in his absence but the return of Merrill is unwelcome news for gap hitters He has been chasing down those drives since his rookie debut last season The early storm of inconsistent play that has hovered over the Padres can be blown out to sea if Merrill performs to his standard of excellence The Padres offense has missed Cronenworth’s ability to pull the ball down the line with runners in scoring position Cronenworth’s average exit velocity was 89.6 MPH he was batting .257 with 2 HRs and 5 RBIs in 12 games The two-time All-Star is trying to earn his third appearance as Cronenworth could be chosen solely for his exceptional fielding skills at second base He has a .938 fielding percentage with two errors in 32 chances Two months may be long enough to make a case for himself The return of Merrill and Cronenworth provides some lineup flexibility at the designated hitter’s position It gives Padres manager Mike Shildt some options as the season progresses The Friar Faithful may see more of Jose Iglesias as the right-handed DH option in the lineup Gavin Sheets has done a terrific job as the left-handed DH He is still producing at the same rate as in spring training But Iglesias deserves consideration for more at-bats after being thrust into the lineup He played well at second base in Cronenworth’s absence Iglesias is a skilled hitter who produced 10 RBI in limited at-bats He has developed into a valuable depth piece off the bench Now is the time for Iglesias to become the right-handed DH if he is not playing in the field The Friars welcome back two versatile hitters who can bat anywhere in the order Merrill and Cronenworth have the plate discipline to draw a walk you could see their name posted anywhere in the order Merrill and Cronenworth can recapture their previous form upon their return to the lineup The Padres have not looked like a complete team without them Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker a well-known Detroit-based DJ known for hosting the popular local club night ‘Taco Tuesdays,’ has passed away at the age of 35 His family announced the news on his Facebook page on Friday “We’re grateful for all the messages and photos you’ve shared of your time with Grant,” the post read “He would want everyone—friends and family alike—to come together and celebrate a life that was full of meaning.” The cause of death has not been disclosed yet Jackson began his musical journey organizing dubstep nights in the late 2000s eventually expanding into other genres including funk He held his ‘Taco Tuesdays’ residency at venues like TV Lounge and UFO Bar and frequently played at Detroit staples such as The Eagle of Detroit and Spkrbox “Grant was a true icon in our community,” UFO Bar wrote on Instagram “He valued the culture’s history and always embraced fresh talent with genuine excitement His impact on Detroit’s dance scene is lasting and his absence will be deeply felt.” Spkrbox also announced a memorial event set for Sunday A post shared by SPKRBOX (@spkrbox.detroit) Cleveland Browns linebacker Devin Bush was arrested Sunday on charges of simple assault and harassment Bush was arrested at his home in the Pittsburgh suburb of Bell Acres Borough, according to a police criminal complaint, after his girlfriend alleged he assaulted her and took her car keys. CBS Pittsburgh was the first to report Bush’s arrest Bush’s girlfriend told police she and Bush got into an argument and she began to video record it on her cellphone She alleged Bush “began to chase her through the house trying to get the phone,” according to the complaint and pinned her against a table before smashing the phone The woman and her daughter left for a neighbor’s home Police said Bush admitted to smashing the phone but denied getting physical with her The simple assault was listed as a second-degree misdemeanor and the harassment charge was listed as a summary offense Bush has a preliminary hearing on the charges set for May 20 A Browns spokesperson said the team was aware of the arrest and was gathering more information The Browns’ offseason conditioning program started in late April Bush is a 2019 first-round pick of the Pittsburgh Steelers He played for Seattle in 2023 and started 10 games last season for the Browns He signed a new one-year contract to remain with Cleveland in March Zac Jackson is a staff writer for The Athletic covering the Cleveland Browns. He is also the host of the "Zac Jackson and Friends" podcast. Previously, Zac covered the Browns for Fox Sports Ohio and worked for Pro Football Talk. Follow Zac on Twitter @AkronJackson