Good morning, Jackson.

Residents in northeast Madison County met today asking officials for answers following widespread power outages.

The meeting was convened to address concerns affecting local households.

Solomon Ray, an AI gospel artist created by Topher Townsend from Philadelphia, has touched listeners with his hit 'Find Your Rest.' Townsend meditates on scripture & guides the song's creation; the track topped the Billboard Gospel Music Charts in 2025 and continues to inspire our community.

Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom band is in a promotional video for the film 'Michael' about Michael Jackson filmed at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium today & 224 members perform 'Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough.' The movie will debut in theaters on April 24.

In 1945, six Black nurses were denied hospital membership and formed an organization that still provides community care in Mississippi today.

The group continues its mission to support health and preserve its historic legacy.

State lawmakers are considering a bill to help college students offset the cost of learning skilled trades with targeted financial support.

The proposal is under review and could ease tuition burdens if approved - a move that may benefit future workers.

The Mississippi Insurance Department reported that damage claims from Winter Storm Fern have topped $107 million from over 12,000 filings, and officials expect the total to rise as more losses are documented.

Jan. 23-24 winter storms led to 12,000+ insurance claims and over $107 million in losses, Mississippi Insurance Department said.

Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney and Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson noted homes, trees, and power lines suffered damage while most row crops were spared.

Pearl Mayor Jake Windham announced that the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works signed off on a flood control plan for Pearl River—a key milestone after 45 years of local effort following the 1979 Easter Flood.

A local coalition celebrated the Army Corps' approval of a flood-control plan for Pearl River that creates a 1,200-acre lake in Hinds and Rankin counties to lower flood risk and spur development opportunities.

Officials said design details will be finalized soon, with construction set to begin early 2027.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

JXN Food & Wine Festival

7 p.m. - 6 p.m. — Mississippi Museum of Art — Ticket info coming soon — Celebrate food, drink, and culinary talent in a vibrant festival atmosphere.

Epic Funk Brass Band Performance

9 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. — Martin's Downtown — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy sounds of Jackson's very own New Orleans style brass band.

Jackson Indie Music Week 2026

March 22-28 — 219 S President St, Jackson, MS — Tickets on sale now — Celebrate year 11 of independent music, community, and culture in Jackson, Mississippi.