Good morning, Jackson.

House fires sparked by a heater in Rankin County on Monday and by a generator in Jackson on Tuesday have raised safety concerns during a winter storm (all residents escaped without injury), and emergency officials advise proper use and recommend installing carbon monoxide detectors.

A local high school student received a full-ride scholarship on Monday, Jan.

27, school officials said, acknowledging the student's strong academic record amid a competitive selection process.

A Mississippi appeals court reinstated Toby Price, an assistant principal at Gary Road Elementary, after he was fired in 2022 for reading a humorous children's book on Read Across America Day.

The ruling stated the school board’s decision was arbitrary + lacked evidence of student harm and will set a course for back pay.

Senate Education Committee Chairman Dennis DeBar will allow his committee to vote on the House’s school choice measure, though he remains convinced that spending public funds on private schooling will not pass in the Senate.

Mississippi is still recovering from its worst ice storm in 30 years, leaving many residents without power and darkening homes.

Gov. Tate Reeves announced 500 National Guard soldiers will be deployed by Wednesday to clear debris + restore essential services.

Mississippi reported two more weather-related deaths and damage to 92 homes, three businesses and seven farms after a weekend ice storm left about 143,700 residents without power and ice on bridges in 37 counties.

Officials urge affected areas to avoid driving ahead of a coming cold front.

Councilman Vernon Hartley said the owners of Chapel Ridge Apartments must secure and clean up the property after a fire damaged Building Four Saturday at 1636 Raymond Rd + officials stress that unsafe conditions persist amid reports of lingering trespassers.

A winter storm has prompted boil-water alerts affecting nearly 12,000 people due to low water pressure and storm damage.

The Mississippi State Department of Health issued advisories for water connections in Webster+Panola+Grenada+Holmes+Hinds+Yazoo+Quitman and Issaquena counties.

Local hospitals are facing struggles amid frigid weather today, and the Mississippi Department of Health is stepping in to provide emergency support for patient care.

The assistance aims to help ease the hospitals' challenges during the severe conditions.

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.

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.

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.

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.