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19th annual Woodland Indian Art Show - November 7, 2026

Mississippi · 2d

WJTV 12

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Restoration of Mississippi’s Merci Train is complete

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) announced the restoration work of the state’s Merci Train, a post-World War II gift from France, has been completed. Located behind the Old Capitol Museum and the GM&O Train Depot, the gray boxcar is one of MDAH’s tourist attractions. The recent upgrades to […]

Mississippi · 4d

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Chimneyville Arts Festival Celebrates Milestone 50th Year in Ridgeland

RIDGELAND, Miss. (WLBT) - One of Mississippi’s most cherished holiday shopping and cultural traditions is marking a major milestone this fall. The Chimneyville Arts Festival returns to the Bill Waller Craft Center to celebrate its 50th anniversary, showcasing fine handcrafted works from top artisans across the region. Presented by...

Ridgeland, MS · 6d
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Theme and registration details announced for 2026 Kosciusko Christmas Parade

The Kosciusko Attala Partnership has announced details and entry information for the 2026 Kosciusko Christmas Parade. This year’s parade will be held on Monday, Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m., bringing holiday festivities to the Kosciusko Downtown Square. The theme for the 2026 parade is “A Down Home Christmas.”

Kosciusko, MS · 5d

WJTV 12

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Jackson family competes on ‘Family Feud’

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Armstrong family, including WJTV 12 News’ Danielle Lewis, recently competed on Family Feud.

Jackson, MS · 11d

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My reflections on Charles Tisdale, the notable publisher and freedom-fighter who was born 100 years ago this week

It is a tremendous honor to pen a few words on this the occasion of the 100th birthday of Charles Tisdale, whom we first met 48 years ago. There are but a few individuals who knew him and worked with him for such a length of time, although they may have known of him through his writings and through his activism.

Jackson, MS · 5d

vicksburgnews.com

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Visitor center project moves forward

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — On October 21, state, federal and local leaders joined Friends of Vicksburg National Military Park and Campaign to announce a historic partnership advancing plans for a new Vicksburg Civil War Visitor Center and Museum. The $114 million project will replace the park’s aging, visitor center with a modern facility dedicated to preserving the story of the Vicksburg Campaign for future generations.

Vicksburg, MS · 7d

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Downtown Vicksburg Christmas Parade of Lights to feature Toy Story theme

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — The Downtown Vicksburg Christmas Parade of Lights will bring a little Toy Story magic to Washington Street this holiday season. The annual parade is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 5, at 5 p.m. in downtown Vicksburg. This year’s parade will feature a Toy Story theme, bringing...

Vicksburg, MS · 7d

WJTV.com

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2026 Harvest Fest at the Ag Museum

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The annual Harvest Festival will be held November 10-14, 2026, at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum. Small Town Mississippi will come to life each day from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Admission is $10 for ages 3 and up. Live demonstrations throughout the museum...

Jackson, MS · 6d

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Clinton’s Brick Street Players presents A Night of One Acts

Clinton’s Brick Street Players is collaborating with Clinton Arrow Theatre to usher in the Christmas season with A Night of One Acts. First, Brick Street Players brings O. Henry’s classic story of “The Gift of the Magi” (adapted by Jon Jory) to life. After that, Clinton High School’s Arrow Theatre will perform Jamie Gorski’s “Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus.” Between the family-friendly one act plays will be a special “WINTERMISSION,” which will be a time for the audience to enjoy Christmas caroling, hot chocolate and other festive treats.

Clinton, MS · 6d

WJTV 12

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New graphic novel explores Emmett Till’s lasting legacy

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – More than 70 years after the murder of Emmett Till in Mississippi, his story continues to resonate. Eric Battle’s new graphic novel, “Framing Emmett Till: Exposing Dark Fear,” explores Till’s legacy through art, journalism and history.

Mississippi · 7d

Mississippi Sports Group

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Endicott, Ramey Tie for 40th at Mexico Open

Garrett Endicott made the cut in his PGA Tour debut and finished tied for 40th at the VidantaWorld Mexico Open. Former Mississippi State teammate Chad Ramey also tied for 40th, with both golfers finishing at 10-under 274.

Mississippi · 7d

The Clarion Ledger

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Book addresses Mississippi’s history of public corruption

The Lord’s Prayer ends, “And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever.” Countless temptations lure people into evil. Innumerable individuals believe that the only crime is being caught. James R. Crockett’s “Hands in the Till: Embezzlement of Public Monies in Mississippi” offers a compelling examination of those thinking that it is proper to enrich oneself while abusing public responsibility. Mississippi experiences excessive corruption: “[A] report entitled ‘Public Corruption in the United States’ asserted that Mississippi was the most corrupt state in the country, even more so than states with reputations for corruption including Louisiana, Illinois, Rhode Island, and New Jersey … Mississippi had 215 convictions for a population of 2.9 million, a rate of 7.48 per 100,000 people.” Crockett writes, “… Dick Johnson, chairman of Common Cause/Mississippi, said he thinks the apparent rise in corruption relates to a loss of values, Americans substituting selfishness for service. ‘Rather than becoming something, we’re emphasizing getting more things,’ he said. ‘It’s not so much what you have, it’s that you want more than somebody else.’ The more comfortable our lives become as Americans, and ‘the more we

Mississippi · 8d

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GALLERY – Bishop William J. Barber II joined faith leaders, community organizers and labor representatives in Jackson for the Mississippi Poor People’s Campaign’s “March to the Polls.”

On Oct. 29th, Bishop William J. Barber II joined faith leaders, community organizers and labor representatives in Jackson for the Mississippi Poor People’s Campaign’s “March to the Polls.” The march began at the Jackson Convention Complex and proceeded to the Hinds County Circuit Clerk’s Office as part of the campaign’s “100 Days, 1,000 Marches to the Polls” initiative. The effort encouraged eligible voters to participate in in-person absentee voting ahead of the November 3rd election. Barber, president and senior lecturer of Repairers of the Breach, was joined by other speakers and participants, including Danyelle Holmes and other faith and community leaders. The event emphasized voter participation and collective civic engagement under the theme, “Love Forward Together. Not One Step Back.” He also spoke at Tougaloo College. (Advocate Photos: Joshua Martin)

Jackson, MS · 9d

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Jackson State women win Tiger Classic as men finish fourth

HOUSTON, Texas — Jackson State won the women’s title at the Tiger Classic while the men’s team finished fourth, according to separate releases from Jackson State Athletics. Women’s tournament. Isabella Christy birdied eight holes throughout the Tiger Classic, but none bigger than the three on the...

Jackson, MS · 8d

Neshoba Democrat

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Veterans Day observance set for Nov. 11

The Veterans Day observance is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. in Dewitt-Deweese Memorial Park. “Veterans Day is a celebration for everyone who ever served,” said retired Army Col. Ray Crocker. “Those people have kept our country free and what it is today. We are celebrating everybody, from those who fired the shot heard around the world to today’s servicemen. Somebody has been on duty since that first shot was fired in Concord to now.”

Neshoba County, MS · 8d

takingthekids.com

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Fifteen Dollars Buys A Family Of Four A Whole Day At These 6 Mississippi Museums

Our family once ducked into a quiet museum in Mississippi just to escape the heat, and we ended up staying until closing time. The best part was that nobody ever asked us to pay. Museum trips can cost a small fortune for a family, but across Mississippi, a handful of...

Mississippi · 8d

WLBT

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Veteran’s Day Program to be held in Madison

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Madison the City is hosting a Veteran’s Day Program on Wednesday, November 11. The event features Brigadier General Scott Woods, Retired, as the guest speaker. It begins at 10:00am in the Veteran’s Garden at Strawberry Patch Park. All are welcome to attend. Veterans and...

Madison, MS · 8d