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Canton Christmas Festival to Light Up Historic Square for the Holidays

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Thousands of lights will illuminate the historic Canton Square as the Canton Christmas Festival returns for the 2026 holiday season. The festival opens Nov. 27–29 and continues Dec. 4–23, according to Canton Tourism. Festival hours are 5 to 9 p.m. daily on those dates.

Canton, MS · 2d

takingthekids.com

The Jackson, Mississippi Museum Where More Than 100 Dinosaur And Fossil Exhibits Fill The Halls

We pulled off the road in Mississippi expecting a quick stretch and a water fountain. Instead, we found a giant sea reptile skeleton on the wall, baby alligators grabbing their lunch, and a trail where a Tyrannosaurus Rex waited in the trees. For families with kids who love dinosaurs, fossils,...

Jackson, MS · 16h

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The End Zone: Week 13

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Week 13 of high school football is here!. MAIS 4A, Division I State Championship: Jackson Prep vs. Hartfield Academy. For the third time in four seasons, Jackson Prep and Hartfield Academy met with a state championship on the line. It was the fifth straight year the two rivals had met in the postseason.

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Weekly Recap: Nov 14, 2026

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Scott Colom’s US Senate win has the state’s Democratic party looking at 2027 elections with a new perspective, the City of Brandon is preparing a Christmas themed light show that includes over 2 million lights, and questions are raised around the alleged perpetrator of the Hideaway nightclub mass shooting.

Brandon, MS · 16h

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Mississippi Museum of Natural Science announces 2026 holiday events

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – This holiday season, the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks’ (MDWFP) Museum of Natural Science will invite visitors of all ages to experience a festive line-up of family-friendly programs. Visitors can enjoy unique holiday experiences such as Santa scuba diving to feed the fish, meeting live turkeys and a magical […]

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FAA lifts ground stop, allowing flights to proceed

The F ederal Aviation Administration announced it has lifted a nationwide ground stop that stranded passengers at airports nationwide. The agency made the announcement that the ground stop was over on its website on Friday, Nov. 13, more than four hours after the ground stop began. Earlier in the day, the FAA ground stop halted people's travel plans. The Jackson airport had issued the following statement: The ground stop had also kept many college football team s, including Ole Miss , from reaching their destinations. Earlier, JMAA stated: "The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) continues to closely monitor flight activity at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) amid the national FAA ground stop. Cancellations and delays are currently impacting air travel. "The safety of our passengers, employees, and airport community remains our top priority. We are working collaboratively with the FAA, airport tenants, and airline partners to monitor conditions and keep travelers informed as operations evolve. "Passengers are strongly encouraged to check their flight status directly with their respective airlines before traveling to the airport and remain in contact with their airline for the latest updates. "We appreciate our passengers' patience, understanding, and cooperation as we navigate this evolving situation.

Mississippi Sports Group

Belhaven Shut Out by WashU in NCAA Tournament

WashU defeated Belhaven 8-0 in the NCAA Division III first round, scoring four times in each half. The Blazers were held without a shot in their second consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance.

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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 · 2d

Realtor.com News & Insights

Jackson, MS Struggles with Low Starter Home Availability Compared to Other Cities

For many prospective homeowners, the search for an affordable starter home can feel like a daunting task. A recent analysis by Realtor.com® explores the changing landscape of entry-level housing across

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Brandon Strummers bring dulcimer concerts to region

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Brandon Strummers play the dulcimer and bring the mountain music to Central Mississippi. The group is visiting the Ag Museum, local festivals, churches, nursing homes and more this holiday season. Two of the members, Joanne Ashley and Melora Lee joined Studio 3 to share some...

Brandon, MS · 2d

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ROBERT WILSON’S HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PICKS PRESENTED BY GERMANY LAW FIRM, PLLC

HARTFIELD ACADEMY (7-4) VS. JACKSON PREP (11-1) Jackson Prep has won an MAIS record 24 state football championships and will be going its first since 2022 when the No. 2 seed Patriots play the No. 4 seed Hawks for the MAIS Class 4A, Division I state championship Friday at 7 p.m. at Mississippi Christian University in Clinton.

Mississippi · 1d

Ball Exclusives

Tigers Beat Eagles 76-72 as McMillian Scores 28

The Jackson State Tigers beat the Winthrop Eagles 76-72 at Winthrop Coliseum. The post Tigers Beat Eagles 76-72 as McMillian Scores 28 appeared first on Ball Exclusives .

Jackson, MS · 11h

Mississippi Sports Group

Jackson State Closes Cross Country Season at NCAA South Regional

Ryan Achau placed 54th to lead Jackson State at the NCAA South Regional Championship in Tallahassee. Alabama won the team title, and Florida secured the other automatic bid to the NCAA Championship.

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Inauguration ceremony set for JSU’s 14th president

Next month, Jackson State University will inaugurate its first female president who is also an alum, Dr. Denise Jones Gregory. Gregory, the institution’s 14th president, was officially named to the role by the Board of Trustees for the Institutions of Higher Learning in May after an extensive candidate search that included the consideration of nearly 80 people. She previously served as interim president of the 149-year-old university starting in May of 2025.

Jackson, MS · 2d

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LA Rebels 2026 Football Season Ends in Round Two of MAIS 3A Division 1 Playoffs

The Leake Academy Rebels traveled to Flora tonight to play the Tri-County Academy Rebels in round two of the MAIS 3A Division 1 playoffs but fail short to Tri-County 55-30. Tri-County would lead throughout the game but it remained within reach in the first half with Tri-County up by 15 points at halftime, 21-6. In the second half, Leake scored 8 points early in the 3rd quarter to cut the lead back to 7 points but things began to unravel quickly with Tri-County scoring 3 additional touchdowns in the 3rd quarter. Leake scored again with 1 minute remaining in the quarter to cut the cut back to 19 points going into the final quarter of the game, 41-22. Tri-County added 14 additional points to Leake Academy’s 8 points in the 4th quarter to give Tri-County a 25 point victory, 55-30. All the Leake Academy Senior Players were named tonight’s IN SPORTS player of the game.

Madden, MS · 1d

Mississippi Sports Group

Jackson State rallies from two sets down to beat Bethune-Cookman

Jackson State rallied from a two-set deficit and saved match point to defeat Bethune-Cookman in five sets Friday. Hope Briggs led the Tigers with 16 kills.

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Scores from last Night: Tupelo blanks Starkville; Brandon wins at Gulfport

Tupelo shut out Starkville 35-0 and Brandon won 21-13 at Gulfport on Friday, November 13, giving the football playoffs both

Tupelo, MS · 19h

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Lanier Football Prepares for Playoffs

Lanier football is the only Jackson Public School in the playoffs. The Bulldogs look to do something they have only done once in school history back in the 1980s: win two playoff games in a span of three years. Lanier says it’s ready to play physically.

Jackson, MS · 2d

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Lobaki Expands to North Carolina, Building on the State’s Leadership in Education and Workforce Readiness

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - November 14, 2026 - Lobaki Inc., a Mississippi-based immersive education company, announces its expansion into North Carolina, recognizing the state’s leadership in educational innovation, career readiness, and workforce development. With North Carolina continuing to invest in career-connected learning and technical education, Lobaki aims to complement existing...

North Carolina · 1d

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