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“Mississippi Made” Exhibit Opening at Two Mississippi Museums
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A new exhibit celebrating Mississippi’s creativity, industry and cultural influence is opening at the Two Mississippi Museums in Jackson. “Mississippi Made,” a special exhibition highlighting the people, industries and creative traditions that have shaped the state and influenced the nation, opens March 7. Timed to coincide with the nation’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the exhibit traces more than two centuries of innovation and imagination through approximately 250 artifacts.
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3 Iconic HBCU Marching Bands Amplify Michael Jackson’s Legacy With Show-Stopping Performances
Florida A&M, Jackson State, and Southern University deliver original tributes as part of the MICHAEL CELEBRATES campaign ahead of the release of Michael on April 24. As Lionsgate prepares for the April 24 domestic release of Michael, three of the nation’s most storied HBCU marching bands are paying tribute in a way only they can. Florida A&M University’s The Marching 100, Jackson State University’s The Sonic Boom of the South, and Southern University’s The Human Jukebox have each delivered original performances of “Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough” as part of the MICHAEL CELEBRATES: Legacy, Artistry, Culture campaign.
Neshoba Democrat
Arts Council to present 'Freaky Friday: A New Musical'
The Philadelphia-Neshoba County Arts Council will present "Freaky Friday: A New Musical" at the Ellis Theater this weekend. Showtimes are Thursday, March 5, at 7 p.m., Friday, March 6, at 7 p.m., Saturday, March 7, at 2 p.m., and Sunday, March 8, at 2 p.m. "Freaky Friday," a hilarious, energetic,...
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Marketplace Vendor Applications Now Open for the 83rd National Folk Festival
Jackson, MS — The National Folk Festival is returning to Jackson, Mississippi, for the second year of its three-year residency. The 83rd National Folk Festival will take place in Downtown Jackson from November 13 – 15, 2026. The festival is now accepting vendor applications for the Festival Marketplace. Downtown Jackson will come alive for three days of FREE outdoor music, non-stop dancing, family activities, storytelling, crafts demonstrations, parades, and so much more—don’t miss out on being part of a new Jackson experience. Vendor applications are available via the festival website.
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Grammy Museum Mississippi Turns 10
A decade after turning a field of dreams into reality, the crown jewel of the state’s music heritage is bigger than ever. The decision to build a world-class music museum and educational center in a town of 11,000 residents, in the center of one of the most rural regions in America, doesn’t necessarily make sense on paper.
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5 Best Burger Spots in Jackson that Locals Rave About
Jackson, Mississippi, does comfort food incredibly well, and burgers are right in that wheelhouse. Whether you’re in Fondren, downtown, or out in the suburbs, these five spots come up constantly when locals talk burgers. 1. CS’s (CS’s Restaurant) CS’s is a Jackson institution—graffiti‑covered walls, casual and a...
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New McDonald’s Franchise Owner Discusses Changes
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - In our Business Spotlight series, Steven Josue joined Studio 3 to discuss taking ownership of two McDonald’s restaurants in the area. He and his wife own the McDonald’s locations in Ridgeland on Highway 51 and in Brandon on Spillway Road. Josue and his family...
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Jackson filmmaker seeks community support for national competition
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A Jackson filmmaker is one of ten semifinalists in the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s Film Lab for Racial Healing, a first-of-its-kind national competition that drew more than 50 submissions from across the country. Now, Alexis Noble is asking the Jackson community to help fund her entry.
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Cathead’s Crawfish Boil Series attracts large crowd
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – There was a big crowd for Cathead Distillery’s Spring Crawfish Boil Series. “The crawfish is actually pretty good. I was a little scared at first, because I didn’t see the seasoning. But it actually is really good. I cannot complain and the vibes here are amazing,” said Carlos Nelson, an attendee. […]
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Artist Spotlight: Shamb'e Jones