Daily
Jackson
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ One Voice is converting the closed Marshall Elementary at 2909 Oak Forest Drive into a resiliency hub that will cost around $10 million and include community kitchens, clinics, classes and emergency shelters. The project is planned in three phases with over $8 million still needed and expected completion by 2030. Mississippi Today
- ➤ Anderson United Methodist Church gave free gas to drivers on Thursday morning at Circle K on High Street. Church volunteers filled about 100 vehicles over roughly an hour — a gesture to spread kindness in the community. WAPT
- ➤ Mississippi’s impact on NASA’s Artemis II mission is clear as MSU graduate Matthew Ramsey manages a 10-day flight and a state-built engine powers Orion toward the moon — a historic milestone. Four astronauts are in orbit as the mission readies a key engine burn. WAPT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rising gas prices tied to the Iran conflict are forcing James Thompson of Good Guys Mobile Kitchen in Jackson to raise menu prices as fuel costs climb (from $20 to $30 daily to $80 to $100), dropping weekly customer counts from between 600 and 700 to between 200 and 300. WAPT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Legislators passed bills aimed at boosting energy production — including tax incentives, expansion of the Mississippi Energy Infrastructure Fund for local projects and updated site selection grants. Meanwhile, Amplify Cell Technologies confirmed layoffs at its Marshall County battery plant despite its pledge to create 2,000 jobs by 2031. Mississippi Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Child Advocacy Training Institute in Jackson hosted a training session for local professionals to learn how to spot child abuse signs + report concerns using best practices. WLBT News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Ward 2 along Pinelake Drive and Watkins Drive reported a strong sewage odor in their water starting Monday, with some delaying use for over 30 minutes or considering relocation. Sanitation trucks were seen Thursday amid concerns that recent pipe installations during construction may be linked to the issue. WAPT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Konnor Griffin, a Jackson native and MLB top prospect, is set to debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates today at 3:12 p.m. in the home opener against the Baltimore Orioles — his strong Triple-A showing earned him this chance. WLBT News
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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JXN Tacos & Tequila Festival
5-11 p.m. — Green Ghost Tacos — Free entry — Experience a flavor explosion of tacos and tequila in a lively atmosphere.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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