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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Rankin County Sheriff’s Office arrested Barry Tatum Yawn and Dawn Marie Martin after executing a search warrant Thursday at a home on Tami Avenue near Richland — officers recovered packages of methamphetamine and a 9 mm handgun while both suspects remain held without bond. WAPT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a previous order that had allowed JXN Water to access SNAP recipient data for its discount program, leaving the utility to rely on customer sign-ups—fewer than 10 customers have confirmed eligibility. The utility will raise rates by about 12% in June despite concerns from city officials. Mississippi Today
- ➤ Interim Water Manager Ted Henifin told the Jackson City Council on April 8 that dwindling federal funds have forced a nearly 12% water rate increase to cover daily operational costs and debt repayment. He will travel to Washington to ask Congress to allow capital funds to be used for everyday operations. Mississippi Free Press
- ➤ The U.S. Fifth Circuit reversed Judge Wingate’s order that required state and federal officials to release SNAP data for JXN Water’s plan to give a $30 discount on water bills for customers receiving aid — a measure meant to help low-income households. The ruling — based on municipal code rules rather than federal authority — stops Interim Third-Party Manager Ted Henifin from using the data for his discount program. WLBT News
- ➤ Retired Air Force lieutenant colonel Tim Henderson finished third in Jackson’s mayoral primary on April 9th and reconsidered leaving politics as his 3,499 votes showed strong support against the city’s entrenched elite. He met with campaign teams and local leaders last week and said he will push for accountability by supporting an Office of Ethics and Accountability—aiming to restore trust in Jackson’s government. Mississippi Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jackson State football is reloading after its historic title season as coach TC Taylor and GM Otis Riddley secure new transfers for next year. The team added many players signing between December and April and lost others who joined different programs—each move is part of a careful rebuild. FOX 40
- ➤ Alcorn State hired Jake Morton — a former Florida State assistant — as its new head men’s basketball coach, and he will lead the team in the upcoming season. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ Pike County native Alijah Martin hit two free throws with 46 seconds left to give the Florida Gators a 64 to 63 lead, and the team held on for a 65 to 63 win that secured its first national basketball title since 2007. He finished with seven points after transferring from Florida Atlantic where he led his previous team to a Final Four appearance. FOX 40
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Joanne Shaw Taylor Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $47 — Experience an electrifying night of blues and rock music with Joanne Shaw Taylor.
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Lions Spring Showcase
12:30 PM — Reimagine Prep Middle School — Free entry — Experience the energy of student performances and sign up for extracurricular activities.
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Southern Avenue Live at Martin's Downtown
8 PM – 1 AM — Martin's Downtown — Cost not specified — Experience the electrifying blend of roots, blues, and soul from the GRAMMY-nominated Southern Avenue.
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Bunnies & Butterflies Spring Festival
10 AM – 3 PM — Mississippi Children's Museum — Admission varies — Celebrate Spring with live bunnies and educational fun.
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La Luz Live with Special Guest Color Green
8-11 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Cash or card accepted at door — Experience the cosmic sounds of La Luz as they celebrate their latest album with a night of live music.
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Jay Webb Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Cash or card accepted at door — Experience the unfiltered sounds of Alabama's own Jay Webb, a rising star in country music.
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REDFERRIN Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Tickets starting at $21 — Enjoy a night of live music with Redferrin in Jackson.
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Sista Strut Jackson
8 a.m. — LeFleur's Bluff Playground — Community event — Celebrate sisterhood and health awareness at this empowering annual strut.
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Closing Mass - Knights of Columbus State Convention
8-9 a.m. — Hilton Jackson — Free entry — Celebrate the conclusion of the Knights of Columbus State Convention with a spirited mass.
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Houndmouth Live
7-9 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating blend of alternative blues by Houndmouth in an intimate setting.
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