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Saturday, January 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A community cleanup event will take place in South Jackson to honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, organized by Mississippi Representative Fabian Nelson and supported by various community groups. WAPT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman was detained after a man received a non-life-threatening stab wound at a Jackson residence, with police investigating the incident. WLBT News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 60th Dixie National Rodeo in Mississippi commences with the Equine and Junior Round-Up Livestock Show, alongside other events including the Fire It Up Team Roping and the Dixie National Horse and Mule Color Bonanza Show. WAPT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Mississippi Medical Center quietly closed its diversity office and has not provided details on the closure or the disposition of its funding. Mississippi Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi reports its first pediatric flu death of the 2024-2025 season, marking a total of 27 such deaths since 2008; the affected child was not vaccinated. WLBT News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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American Aquarium Live Concert at Duling Hall
American Aquarium will perform their new album 'The Fear of Standing Still' at Duling Hall, showcasing their blend of country-rock and reflective songwriting.
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MGMS Gem and Mineral Show 2025
The MGMS Gem and Mineral Show at the TradeMart features a variety of gems and minerals, offering affordable admission for adults, students, and children.
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