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Jackson councilman hires lawyer amid possible censure

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes, Ward 3, has retained an attorney after Council President Vernon Hartley, Ward 5, proposed to censure Stokes. Stokes hired Attorney Dennis Sweet. The councilman faces disciplinary action after an outburst during a council meeting on November 3, 2026. Stokes used profanity after he said a person […]

Jackson, MS · 17h

WJTV 12

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Mississippi doctors urge caution as flu cases rise

MADISON, Miss. (WJTV) – An increase in influenza cases in the Jackson area and throughout Mississippi has doctors urging residents to take preventative measures as schools in Mississippi and Louisiana implement closures and mask mandates. As the holiday season approaches and crowds gather, Dr. Kristi Trimm, with TrustCare Health, said she has seen an uprise […]

Mississippi · 23h

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Vicksburg Junior High boys defeat Warren Central on Thursday night

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Vicksburg Junior High School’s boys’ basketball team earned its second consecutive victory with a 35-31 win over crosstown rival Warren Central Junior High School. The Gators entered the matchup coming off a victory over Byram on Monday night and continued their winning momentum...

Vicksburg, MS · 15h
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HARTFIELD ACADEMY SENIOR QUARTERBACK ETHAN ELLIOTT EARNS TASTE RESTAURANT METRO JACKSON FOOTBALL PLAYER OF THE WEEK

Madison-Ridgeland Academy was able to slow down Hartfield Academy senior quarterback Ethan Elliott in the second half during the regular season meeting and MRA held Hartfield scoreless in the last two quarters for a 42-21 victory. Hartfield and Elliott didn’t let that happen again. The 6-foot-2, 180-pound Elliott ran...

Flowood, MS · 2d
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ClutchPoints

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Jackson State back on top, UAPB on track in latest Celebration Bowl projections

As we hit the final stretch of the season, the Celebration Bowl picture is coming into focus for both conferences. Jackson State is back on top in the SWAC after taking care of business against Mississippi Valley State . It also got help when defending SWAC champion Prairie View A&M knocked off Alabama A&M. The Tigers now have a 44.4% chance to win […] The post Jackson State back on top, UAPB on track in latest Celebration Bowl projections appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Jackson, MS · 1d

WLBT

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‘We need to clean up our city’: Council approves pay plan for blight investigator

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A vote expected to be taken by the Jackson City Council next week could mean having another tool to help fight blight. On Tuesday, the council is expected to vote on an ordinance from City Attorney Drew Martin to set the salary range for an investigator position in his office.

Jackson, MS · 1d

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DEFENDING MAIS OVERALL CHAMPION MRA GIRLS, USING ITS UNUSUAL SPEED AND QUICKNESS, DEFEAT SIMPSON ACADEMY 57-41

MADISON – Speed. Madison-Ridgeland Academy girls basketball coach Stephen Force said he has more of it on this year’s team than any team he has coached in his 31-year head coaching career. Defending MAIS Overall Tournament champion MRA created 16 turnovers, which turned into numerous fast break layups,...

Madison, MS · 21h

WLBT

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Brandon city crews and Magic of Lights workers build a 2-million-light show

BRANDON, Miss. (WLBT) - Crews from the city of Brandon and Magic of Lights are in the third week of setting up more than 2 million lights at Brandon Amphitheater for the drive-through holiday show, which opens Nov. 20. Mayor Butch Lee said the work is a combined effort. Magic...

Brandon, MS · 1d

WLBT

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First Alert Forecast: Frosty mornings and cool afternoons incoming

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Rest of week: Behind the mid-week cold front, much colder air will set in. Afternoon highs will drop to the low 60s, with some areas struggling to make it to 60. Frost and light freeze conditions will be likely in the mornings this weekend as overnight lows fall to the low and mid 30s.

Jackson, MS · 1d

WLBT

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Jackson mayor says city looking at new rules after Hideaway nightclub shooting

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The investigation continues into the mass shooting at the Hideaway nightclub in northeast Jackson on Halloween. Mayor John Horhn said the city is also looking at ways to prevent future violence. License suspended. “When we got word over the weekend, we immediately suspended the license to...

Jackson, MS · 2d

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Andrew Body could play against Jackson State. But it’s Aaron Frye’s offense

Alabama State could have another quarterback option available when the Hornets face Jackson State on Saturday. Andrew Body, who has not played since sustaining a wrist injury, is reportedly ahead of schedule in his recovery, and coach Eddie Robinson Jr. said he could be active. Robinson said he recently learned...

Montgomery, AL · 15h

takingthekids.com

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The Mississippi Bead Shop Where Jewelry Makers Can Lose Track Of Time In 3,000 Square Feet Of Supplies

A plain strip-mall door in Mississippi opens onto a room packed with more beads than most people see in a lifetime. Walls of colored stones, tiny tools, and spools of cord stretch in every direction, and somehow an hour vanishes before you notice. For families, it turns into a hands-on...

Mississippi · 2d

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National Folk Festival returns to downtown Jackson Nov. 13–15

JACKSON — The 83rd National Folk Festival returns to downtown Jackson Friday through Sunday with free music, dance, storytelling and traditional crafts. Organizers are still looking for volunteers to help survey visitors and collect donations. More than 300 artists will perform across six stages, organizers said. The festival also...

Jackson, MS · 1d

The Clarion Ledger

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Madison approves $11.74 million funding for 'The Gallery' project

The Gallery development is moving forward in Madison the City, with the $60 million mixed-use arts and entertainment district becoming the first project in 15 years to benefit from tax increment financing in the city. In what proved to be the most routine of public hearings Tuesday, Nov. 10, long-serving Madison Mayor Mary Hawkins Butler and the Board of Alderman unanimously approved issuing up to $11.74 million in TIF revenue bonds before adjourning the meeting after just 15 minutes. “It is a great project in an area that needs to be developed and that has been sitting there a long time, so in order to help move it along quickly we said this is a project we need to get behind,” Butler said. “We’re not quick to get involved with tax increment financing and our record shows that through the years, and when we have done it has been very frugal.” What does the TIF plan cover? Described as project-specific financing, the plan will use future tax revenues generated from the development to support potential expansion and public infrastructure like roads, sewer and water. The bonds will also be repaid through future sales tax revenues generated and incremental property tax

Madison, MS · 2d

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City of Pearl announces Highway 80 Lighting Project Phase II

Building on the City of Pearl's ongoing commitment to public safety, infrastructure improvement and economic revitalization, City leadership recently announced the Highway 80 Lighting Project Phase II. Described as a milestone initiative, the project will extend state-of-the-art modern roadway illumination along U.S. Highway 80, spanning from Concourse Drive all the way to Pearl’s eastern city limits.

Pearl, MS · 2d

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Rankin County Animal Shelter down to a few days of dog food, seeks donations

BRANDON – The Rankin County Animal Shelter is asking for donations after its dog food supply dropped to just a few days’ worth. The shelter said in a Facebook post that it is caring for more than 121 dogs and uses at least 150 pounds of food a day. Many of the dogs are large or are still growing, and some arrive underweight, the shelter said.

Brandon, MS · 18h

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Santa to feed the fish at Jackson museum’s Snow Much Fun event

JACKSON – Visitors can dance in a simulated snowfall and watch Santa feed the fish during the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science’s Snow Much Fun event on Saturday, Dec. 12. The event will run from 6 to 8:30 p.m. and will also feature a holiday market and hands-on...

Jackson, MS · 23h

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Jackson rescue raising funds to help dog found poisoned with BB gun lodged near heart

JACKSON – The Animal Rescue Fund of Mississippi is asking for donations to help treat a dog the rescue says was poisoned and had a BB lodged near his heart. Two rescuers picked up the dog after someone reported finding him in distress, the organization said in a Facebook post. They initially thought he had been hit by a car, but the rescue said a veterinary evaluation found he was suffering from poisoning and had a BB near his heart.

Jackson, MS · 1d

Country Herald

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Mississippi Cold Blast: 81° Highs Drop to 28° This Weekend

A strong cold front brings temperatures down from the 80s, with frost and a light freeze possible.

Mississippi · 2d

Neshoba Democrat

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Rockets finish second in district with Callaway win

Neshoba Central secured a home playoff game on Thursday night. The Rockets ran out to a 28-0 lead and held on to take a 28-14 win over Callaway and finish second in district play. Neshoba improved to 7-3 on the season and will host South Panola in the first round...

Philadelphia, MS · 1d