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Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Operation Zero Out is a new campaign helping Jackson residents reduce past-due water bills. Organizers will work with community partners to verify accounts and offer assistance to seniors and working families (donations now support the effort). WAPT
- ➤ At Beth Israel, members continue services and secure their premises & build a fence as repairs proceed after a prior arson while showing solidarity with a Michigan synagogue attack where a truck ramming left a suspect dead under FBI and ADL investigation. WAPT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Jackson firefighters contained a kitchen fire at Country Fisherman on Highway 80 just before 5 p.m. Thursday when they forced entry after spotting smoke; investigators said unattended cooking caused the blaze, and no one was injured. WAPT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Institutions of Higher Learning Search Board Committee and the Search Advisory Constituency met Thursday in Jackson to review confidential applications for the next JSU president. Board members will interview candidates within the next week and choose a finalist before the semester ends while interim president Dr. Denise Gregory leads. WAPT
- ➤ A Mississippi Girl Scout troop earned a statewide Girl Scout Week proclamation after a recent ceremony highlighting their community service and leadership. Local officials praised the troop for inspiring young members through its dedicated efforts. WLBT News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After recent storms, dead trees now threaten local homes and power lines as officials warn that the hazard is growing due to structural stress on the trees. Residents are advised to monitor their surroundings and report any risks to ensure safety. WLBT News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers unanimously approved 'Jill’s Law' — it requires insurance companies to cover Alzheimer’s biomarker testing. The state legislature passed the measure to boost early detection of the disease. WLBT News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A groundbreaking for a new hotel (a Hampton by Hilton) is scheduled for today at 11 a.m. at 3111 N. State St. in Fondren. WLBT News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Basketball star Max Baria helped win the State Class 3A Championship last Saturday and will play in the Mississippi-Alabama All-Star Game (2 p.m.) this Saturday at A.E. Wood Coliseum on the Mississippi College campus. He aims to sharpen his skills and pursue a future in Division I basketball. Mississippi Today
- ➤ Ole Miss upset Georgia in the SEC Tournament & advanced to the quarterfinals where they will face #15 Alabama. WLBT News
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Paul Thorn Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Tickets available — Experience Paul Thorn's storytelling through soulful music and heartfelt lyrics.
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The Chee-Weez Concert
2-6 p.m. — Hal & Mal's — Enjoy a lively performance from The Chee-Weez with engaging music and good vibes.
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Afroman Live Performance
9 p.m. — Martin's Downtown — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique blend of humor and hip-hop with Afroman's live show.
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Gary Owen: No Hard Feelings Tour
12 AM – 11 PM — Thalia Mara Hall — Cost info not listed — Enjoy a night of sharp humor and storytelling with the comedic force, Gary Owen.
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Tantric Live Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $20.00 ($25.00 day of show) — Celebrate 25 years of Tantric's debut album with a live performance of their hits in Jackson, MS.
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