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Jackson
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Mississippi Capitol, lawmakers are holding a special session to debate potential changes to school choice and its impact on education, leaving local communities awaiting clear direction. WLBT News
- ➤ A memorial service was held at Rose E. McCoy Auditorium on Saturday to honor Dr. Elayne Hayes-Anthony, a longtime JSU professor and journalism trailblazer. Local leaders including Congressman Bennie Thompson, Governor Tate Reeves, and Mayor John Horn shared tributes after her passing on March 5. WAPT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ At 7 a.m. Monday, more than 28,000 customers are without power because of severe storms Sunday night; crews are working to restore electricity as temperatures fall into the upper 30s, with 5,380 outages in Hinds County and 1,926 in Adams County. WLBT News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jackson will honor civil rights leader John M. Perkins with a public viewing at City Hall Friday, March 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A motorcade will escort his remains to New Horizon Church International for a wake at 5 p.m. and a homegoing celebration Saturday at 11 a.m. WAPT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Owners of Chapel Ridge Apartments on Raymond Road made progress cleaning up trash by Monday but have not yet installed the required gates and fencing mandated on March 17. A status conference is scheduled for April 14 and they must clear tenants and board up the property by April 15. WLBT News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alcorn State’s women’s basketball team is headed to the Women’s NIT after the SWAC Tournament; Mississippi State’s postseason run has ended. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
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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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Christone Kingfish Ingram Live Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $56.75 ($61.90 day of show) — Experience the future of blues with a genre-blurring performance from Kingfish.
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K-POP WARRIORS Live Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Jackson Convention Complex Center — All ages welcome — Experience a high-energy family show featuring dynamic K-Pop music and vibrant performances.
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