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Elon Musk’s xAI donated 500 generators to Tippah County on Monday as it works to restore power after the Jan.

23-24 ice storms; county officials are unloading the equipment to secure it for distribution.

Entrepreneurs running solo ventures can grow in 2026 by identifying opportunities, drafting clear business plans, maximizing savings, refining marketing strategies, and planning operations (including managing tax responsibilities) using local financial support (such as advice from local banks) to scale their businesses.

MEMA said Monday that two winter storm deaths in DeSoto and Sharkey Counties brought the statewide total to 25, with crews assessing damage and restoring power; Gov. Reeves visited warming centers in Alcorn and Tishomingo Counties (one site supports roughly 1,080 people) to review recovery efforts.

Gov. Tate Reeves announced two more winter storm deaths in Panola County from the Jan.

23-24 storms, bringing the statewide total to 23 while about 47,000 people remain without power due to the ongoing Arctic blast.

The Madison County Board of Supervisors plans to build a 50,000 sqft conference center and a 250-room luxury hotel with four restaurants near Topgolf in Ridgeland.

Construction will begin summer 2026 after the project receives approvals from the city and state.

Mississippi will launch a new obstetric system of care on Feb.

13 to lower infant and maternal mortality. The state will designate hospitals by care level and use patient tracking — a $1.5 million project funded in the 2024 legislative session — to expedite transfers for high-risk mothers.

Mississippi House Bill 1400, introduced by Rep. Jeffery Harness on Jan.

16, could let high school athletes earn up to $10,000 per year from name, image and likeness deals while extra funds are held in a trust until they turn 18. School officials voiced concerns about preserving amateur status as the bill awaits its legislative deadline today.

Jackson State released its 2026 football schedule with 5-home games and 4-away contests.

The Tigers will open on Aug. 29 at Tennessee State and host Edward Waters on Labor Day before holding homecoming on Oct. 17 and finishing against Alcorn on Nov. 21.

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.

Turkish Lamp Mosaic Workshop

10 AM – 12:30 PM — Hilton Jackson — Cost varies — Discover the art of Turkish mosaic lamp-making while enjoying tea and sweets.

Pat Metheny Live

8-10 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $56.75 - $128.90 — Experience the innovative jazz of Pat Metheny in concert.

The Wood Brothers Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $65.50 ($77.35 day of show) — Experience the soulful folk sounds of The Wood Brothers live in Jackson.