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Jackson
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi Today welcomes two new reporters to its Jackson team. Madeline Nguyen joins as an investigative fellow on a year-long project with the Roy Howard Center at ASU — while Aaron Lampley returns as a video reporter covering news and human-interest stories. Mississippi Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An 87-year-old grandmother, last seen Tuesday, Jan. 20 in Jackson County, was found safe on Monday, Jan. 26 at a Pascagoula Walmart — her granddaughter Sharniqua Hunter said she looked happy and thanked local officials for their help. WLBT News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Mississippi remains under an extreme cold warning today as Monday’s ice storms brought Arctic weather that left temperatures in the teens and 20s with real-feels in the single digits. Residents are urged to drive carefully on bridges+overpasses due to dangerous ice. WAPT
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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.
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FunnyManGaitlin’s Awwright Tour
6:30-8:00 p.m. — MikeTown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with the internet's comedy sensation FunnyManGaitlin in Jackson, MS.
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Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special
8:30-9:45 p.m. — Old Capitol Museum — Ticketed event — Experience romantic classics performed by Listeso String Quartet under candlelight.
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Lilly Hiatt Live Concert
8-10 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $25.30-30.45 — Experience an evening of captivating songs from Lilly Hiatt, celebrated for her lyrical prowess and engaging performances.
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