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Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A ceremony honoring civil rights leader Vernon Dahmer was held Friday morning at the Old Capitol as local officials, including Governor Bryant, proclaimed Sunday as Vernon Dahmer Day to highlight his fight for voter rights and the continuing voter education efforts by his family. WAPT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local cattle farmers (local experts) say beef prices will continue rising as strong market demand and limited supply push costs higher. They expect the trend to boost local agricultural revenues in the coming months. WLBT News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Bennie G. Thompson Center Tuesday night, Tougaloo College marked 100 years of Black History Month with a film screening of 'John Burris - Godfather of Police Litigation.' The civil rights attorney spoke with attendees about police accountability; the event ended at 8 p.m. WAPT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ House Speaker Jason White said during an event in downtown Jackson on Monday that a special session for his school choice proposal remains an option, even though Gov. Tate Reeves has not signaled plans to call one. He added that few viable vehicles remain to keep the education discussion alive. Mississippi Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi reported 982.1 cases per 100,000 residents for bacterial STDs in 2023, making it the third highest rate in the nation - the rate dropped nearly 23% since 2019 but stays above that of states with lower totals. WAPT
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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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St. Patrick's Day Traditional Irish Céilí Dance
6-12 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $10 early bird, $15 at the door — Experience the joy of traditional Irish music and dance with local performers and community spirit.
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