Good morning, Jackson.

16 WAPT honored longtime assistant director of engineering Tony Searcy as he retired after 35 years of service.

He drove major upgrades including the shift to high definition and supported the station through events like Hurricane Katrina.

Today, state education officials approved corrective plans for over a dozen school districts facing long-term accreditation violations, including Jackson Public Schools, Hazlehurst, and North Bolivar, due to issues like poor recordkeeping and fiscal mismanagement.

North Bolivar and Hazlehurst risk state takeovers if they fail to clear violations by year-end.

The Jackson/Hinds Library System unveiled its new bookmobile at a special showcase event hosted by Friends of the Library last February and will launch its service in spring when routes and programming are announced.

MS Tire Recycling in Jackson processes 3,000 tires daily to help curb illegal dumping by shredding tires into reusable rubber and steel — rubber goes to Continental Tire and steel to Nucor Steel.

A House-backed proposal to let licensed businesses bypass the state ABC system failed, leaving local restaurants, casinos and package stores facing liquor shortages and supply chain delays.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Alva Leigh Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — Hal & Mal's — $15 — Experience the musical talents of Alva Leigh alongside Call Me Spinster and Newscast in an engaging evening of entertainment.

Bush Concert

7-10 p.m. — Brandon Amphitheater — Ticket prices from $46 — Catch the iconic band Bush performing live in an exciting evening of rock music.

Ani DiFranco Live Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $40.25 — Experience the iconic Ani DiFranco's diverse musical styles and empowering themes live.

Mississippi Greek Picnic

2-11 p.m. — Mississippi Greek Picnic LLC. — Sponsorship opportunities available — Celebrate the legacy and unity of the Divine Nine Black Greek-letter organizations with a vibrant community gathering.

Wilco Live Performance

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Thalia Mara Hall — Cash or card accepted — Experience a live performance by the Grammy-winning rock band Wilco.