Daily
Jackson
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Jackson developer requested regulators on March 2 to rule on building a 350-MW natural gas plant for a proposed industrial campus in Ridgeland; the campus would include AI data centers and semiconductor fabrication, allowing companies to generate power without charging ratepayers (PSC ruling awaited). WLBT News
- ➤ Delta Utilities plans to buy Spire Mississippi’s natural gas distribution company that serves about 18,000 homes, businesses, and industrial customers in south central Mississippi. More than 35 local employees will join Delta Utilities when the deal closes near the end of 2026—customers will not be affected. WAPT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Belhaven University students premiere a series of short films about Jackson’s historic Greenwood Cemetery today at 6:30 p.m. at the McCravey-Triplett Student Center (highlighting stories of notable local figures) before the films are uploaded online. Mississippi Today
- ➤ Free concerts will soon be held at Smith Park, thanks to Downtown Jackson Partners (and the Levitt Foundation), offering locals the chance to enjoy live music outdoors. WLBT News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi expanded preschool access and improved quality with a report from the National Institute for Early Education Research ranking it 29th in 4-year-old enrollment, up from 31st last year. State pre-K enrollment rose by 931 to 8,076 children — meeting all 10 quality benchmarks. WAPT
- ➤ Jackson State University has improved campus security by installing 31 emergency towers (linking audio and visual systems directly to Public Safety) and increasing blue light camera coverage from 33% to 77% since last academic year to boost campus safety. WAPT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A recent American Lung Association study shows the Jackson-Vicksburg-Brookhaven metro area ranks low for air quality with ozone levels at 143rd out of 226 and particle pollution at 154th out of 224 (with Hinds County worst); Hinds County resident Otha Kelly urged companies to cut back on pollutants to protect health. WAPT
- ➤ The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks warns that alligator sightings are rising in eight common areas such as the Pearl River & Mississippi Gulf Coast as warmer weather increases activity. Residents are urged to stay alert, maintain distance, and contact officials when a nuisance alligator is seen. WAPT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jewish leaders from Mississippi met with lawmakers on Capitol Hill to urge more security funding after a January arson attack at Beth Israel in Jackson; board member Michele Schipper said the cameras funded by the Nonprofit Security Grant Program helped find the suspect (Spencer Pittman) and could prevent future attacks. WAPT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UMMC hosted a ceremony today at its campus to honor anatomical donors and their families (their gifts support medical research and training). WLBT News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rick Cleveland examines Mississippi’s top NFL Draft prospects and outlines what the New Orleans Saints must do to rebuild — as baseball heats up with the Big 3 and the Braves taking a strong early lead. Mississippi Today
- ➤ Tickets are on sale for the Southern Heritage Classic, a local sports event set to bring community teams together soon. Organizers will share event dates and venue details (more information will follow). WLBT News
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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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Mississippi EMS Gala
6-10 p.m. — Ice House — Fundraiser event — Celebrate and honor EMS professionals in Mississippi with an evening of food, drinks, and music.
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~ Helen Keller
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