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Jackson
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jackson State University partnered with JXN Run Club on Sunday for a free wellness event offering yoga sessions, vendor booths, Lululemon prizes, and one- or two-mile races that drew about 100 students & community members, with university leaders planning to hold similar events twice a year. WAPT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi is presenting its full history as part of America 250 at the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum and Museum of Mississippi History near the Capitol, where exhibits like the Lynching Victims Monolith list over 600 names to show a truthful account of the past. Mississippi Free Press
- ➤ The Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum in Jackson will host the sixth annual Pickle Fest on June 13 and 14 with over 100 vendors, contests including a pickle-eating contest and a costume contest, live music and pickling demos from local growers. Admission costs $10 for members and $15 for non-members. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Jackson are paying over $3.78 a gallon as gas prices steadily rise, prompting them to adjust their travel plans & fuel strategies. Locals are watching pump rates closely to manage the increased cost at nearby stations. WLBT News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Greenwood Leflore Hospital warned employees on April 13 that it may close on June 15 if Medicaid disputes are not resolved — a shutdown that would force residents to drive 33 miles for care as negotiations continue with the University of Mississippi Medical Center amid layoffs and service cuts. Mississippi Free Press
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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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4th Annual Sista Strut Jackson
8 AM — LeFleur's Bluff Playground — $15-$30 — A vibrant 3K walk promoting breast cancer awareness in women of color with fun giveaways.
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