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Jackson
Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Winique ‘Willie’ Orelus opened Little Haiti Caribbean — a restaurant serving Haitian dishes like griot fried pork and plantains — in November 2025 at 4409 N. State St., Suite A in Jackson. A buffet at the grand opening brought community members together to sample his cherished family recipes. Mississippi Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Visitors to the Evers Home reported that a tour ranger said the site now omits any mention of driveway bloodstains or referring to Evers’ killer as racist - brochure updates are underway after tests showed the marks likely came from an old water heater coordinated with the Evers family. Mississippi Today
- ➤ The Governor’s Arts Awards will honor local Mississippians who excel in creative fields. The ceremony will recognize awarded talent and celebrate artistic achievements in our community. WLBT News
- ➤ The Mississippi Civil Rights Museum now displays Fannie Lou Hamer’s Presidential Medal of Freedom—awarded posthumously by President Biden and donated last October—to honor her role in fighting for voting rights. The display offers a lasting tribute to her legacy in our community. Mississippi Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A WalletHub report shows Mississippi families spend the highest share of their income on groceries at 2.6% per month, with a typical bill of $119.19 — a burden tied to low median incomes despite affordable prices locally. WAPT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi public schools may soon set aside time for prayer & Bible readings after the House passed the Open to Religion Act on Feb. 11. The bill will require schools to plan designated moments for religious practice, with details still to be determined. Mississippi Free Press
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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You Were Made for Me - The Stage Play
7-11:59 p.m. — Thalia Mara Hall — Ticketed event — Explore love and heartbreak in this heartfelt stage play about discovering your true connections.
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Joybomb Concert by Smokies
8-11 p.m. — Hal & Mal's — Cost not specified — Experience the electrifying performance of Smokies as they bring their hit 'Paper on Fire' to life.
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Mississippi Anime Fest
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Mississippi Trade Mart — Tickets start at $107 — Experience a day of anime festivities at the Mississippi Anime Fest.
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