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Crystal Springs daycare is receiving local support as it fights to keep its classes open amid challenges, with neighbors donating resources & time this week to help maintain care for children.

Jackson State University professor LaWanda Dickens founded the Magnolia Literacy Project to unite readers and writers (young and old) through virtual book clubs and an annual event at Jackson State.

She mentors local authors and will launch a poetry club for older Black women to further literacy.

On Jan. 5, Lt. Gov. Hosemann announced plans to raise teacher pay for K-12, community college and university educators during this legislative session at a press forum held at Hal and Mal’s in Jackson.

He aims to improve competitiveness as Mississippi works to boost its education ranking.

House Speaker Jason White and Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann announced plans to ease student transfers and use public funds for private schooling during separate events on Monday, Jan.

5. White will give lower-income students priority and the Senate may remove the home district approval requirement, they said.

A local investor purchased the old Marriott Hotel and will renovate it soon in Jackson, with details to be shared when plans are finalized (updates pending).

Headcannon Live Performance

10 PM – 1 AM — Martin's Downtown — $10 cover — Experience the energetic punk sounds of Headcannon with light-hearted audience interaction.

Electronically Speaking Featuring Local Artists

10 PM - 1 AM — Martin's Downtown — $ — Experience a night of electronic beats with Starita, Scrap Dirty, and more.

WEALTH - Money Management Event

12-2 a.m. — 135 Bounds St, Jackson, MS — Free entry — Connect, learn, and grow your money smarts at this engaging finance-focused event.

Rose Haven Motor Hotel Live Show

10 PM - 1 AM — Martin's Downtown — Tickets from $46 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of Rose Haven Motor Hotel in a vibrant setting.

Kirkos with 360 Degrees and The Sal-Tines

10 PM – 1 AM — Martin's Downtown — Tickets starting at $46 — Experience the unforgettable performance of Kirkos live in Jackson, MS.