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Friday, January 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi organizations, including Primewell Health Services and Entergy, collaborate to pack 10,000 meals for local residents facing food insecurity in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. WAPT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jackson's police department is launching new strategies and forming national partnerships to decrease the city's high homicide rate by utilizing federal resources and new technologies. FOX 40
- ➤ Edward Walker, 58, was convicted for aggravated assault after dragging a woman during a car theft in Ridgeland, Mississippi, and was sentenced to 20 years in prison. WAPT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi lawmakers aim to tackle significant issues such as redistricting, Medicaid expansion, addressing cold cases, modifying felony disenfranchisement laws, and proposing tax reforms during the 2025 legislative session. Mississippi Free Press
- ➤ A new Navy destroyer will be named after former Mississippi Governor and U.S. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, recognizing his contributions to naval service and his leadership in shipbuilding and renewable energy initiatives. Mississippi Today
- ➤ Rep. Zakiya Summers has introduced a bill in Mississippi to enable first-time voters to register online, aiming to modernize voter registration and improve youth voter turnout. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
SPORTS NEWS
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The Petty Things with Special Guest The Sharp Sisters
The Petty Things, a tribute band from Gulfport, Mississippi, deliver an authentic live performance of Tom Petty's music, featuring real instruments and harmonies from The Sharp Sisters.
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Florida A&M Rattlers vs Jackson State Tigers Women's Basketball
This women's basketball game features Florida A&M Rattlers taking on the Jackson State Tigers at the Lee E. Williams Athletics & Assembly Center.
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Late Night with Award-winning Comedian Rita Brent
Rita Brent, an accomplished comedian and military veteran from Jackson, MS, showcases her talents in this live performance at Duling Hall, highlighting her journey from music and military to standup comedy.
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King George and Marcellus the Singer Concert in Jackson
Enjoy a live musical performance by King George and Marcellus the Singer at the Jackson Convention Complex Center.
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Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt in Jackson, Mississippi
Puzzling Adventures™ offers an engaging scavenger hunt experience that combines problem-solving with a self-guided walking tour, suitable for participants of all ages.
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Smilow Collegiate's 'Moooving on Up' for Young Students
This event invites rising kindergarten and first-grade students to participate in interactive classroom tours and activities at Smilow Prep.
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Dixie National Marketplace
The Dixie National Marketplace features thrilling rodeo action alongside opportunities to shop for cowboy gear and enjoy family-friendly activities at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds.
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Thunderstruck: AC/DC Tribute Concert in Jackson
Experience the electrifying tribute to AC/DC by Thunderstruck featuring powerful performances and authentic musical renditions.
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