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Jackson
Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over 115 state troopers, EMS personnel + community members played in a golf tournament in Jackson on Tuesday, May 19 at Live Oaks Golf Club to raise over $30,000 for Trooper Murphy who is battling brain cancer. WAPT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Clocked In, a free workforce expo, connected jobseekers, employers and community groups with work and training resources yesterday at Jackson Medical Mall. Attendees like Allison Palmer and Maailyah Davis received help with applications — reflecting local efforts to break down barriers in central Mississippi. Mississippi Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 16 WAPT meteorologist Nick Lacour warns of robust rain — thunderstorms with gusty winds are expected tonight between 8 PM and 2 AM, especially for river counties. Scattered storms will continue Thursday and into the Memorial Day weekend. WAPT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Jackson, NAACP President Derrick Johnson urged Black athletes and fans to boycott public university sports programs in states limiting Black voting rights — part of the Out of Bounds campaign launched in Oct. 2022. Mississippi Today
- ➤ Mississippi is the first state to join a federal effort called Operation Hope to find missing foster children; Attorney General Lynn Fitch & Child Protection Services said 13 children were recovered and the program will serve as a model for similar efforts later. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ The Medgar Evers Library closed on Monday when indoor temperatures reached 81 degrees, forcing visitors to use the nearby Fannie Lou Hamer Library. The city will begin installing a new HVAC system in June — expected to be complete by early July — to restore full services. WLBT News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ FDA announced on Monday that Kroger Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons have been recalled due to salmonella concerns, including items sold in local stores. The recalled 5-ounce pouches were distributed between March 7 and April 7 and pose a precautionary safety measure. WAPT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, a federal judge allowed the sale of Covington Park Apartments to proceed but required that $259832.74 be set aside pending review of JXN Water’s motion to block the use of sale proceeds for debt payments. The sale follows a default on a $7.9 million loan by the owners. WLBT News
- ➤ RI Marketplace will accept bids for a Northeast Jackson hotel built in 1984 starting June 22 — the two-day auction requires a minimum bid of $1,800,000 as local officials hope the buyer maintains the hotel's high standards near the interstate. WLBT News
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Laughter & Blues
7:00-11:59 p.m. — Hal & Mal's — Tickets available at the venue — Enjoy a vibrant blend of live blues music and comedy in a celebration of community and laughter.
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Anberlin Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hal & Mal's — Tickets start at $93 — Anberlin brings their unforgettable live experience to Jackson for one night only.
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The Throne Room: ABIDE
6 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Jackson Downtown — Free entry — Experience a prophetic gathering aimed at deepening your faith and intimacy with God's presence.
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2026 Cathead Jam - Friday
3:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Martin's Downtown — Ticketed event — Celebrate music while supporting education programs in Mississippi's underserved communities.
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Ashley McBryde Live in Concert
7-9 p.m. — Thalia Mara Hall — Ticket pricing varies — Experience an evening with GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter Ashley McBryde showcasing her storytelling prowess and chart-topping hits.
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The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery
6-9 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Jackson Downtown — $ — Engage in a hilarious interactive murder mystery dinner featuring a four-course meal.
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~ Edmund Hillary
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