Good morning, Jackson.

Following a viral video of a patrol unit doing half donuts on Northside Drive, Chief RaShall Brackney said the officer will face disciplinary action and stressed that playing basketball with kids at The Ark on Raymond Road builds community trust — the sports complex will host its annual youth tournament this summer.

International Paper has broken ground on a new facility in Brandon to boost production capacity; construction will begin soon and may add new jobs to the community.

Dr. Dan Jones is signing his memoir Medical Missionary today at Lemuria in Jackson (4:30 p.m.) with a conversation featuring Rick Cleveland (5:30 p.m.), where he will share stories from his past experiences introducing North Korean doctors to college football at Ole Miss.

Historical 1960s Ku Klux Klan materials, including a mask and charter, are now available at the Mississippi Department of Archives and History research library in downtown Jackson and online.

The items were transferred from the Department of Public Safety in March — offering a look into a dark era.

Phoebe Bridgers surprised Jackson fans at Duling Hall on May 14 with an intimate pop-up concert, drawing 400 locals who enjoyed an acoustic set of older hits and unreleased songs.

The event used analog advertising to ensure only local fans attended—highlighting the community's strong musical spirit.

Data centers are expanding across Mississippi, generating thousands of jobs with projects like AWS’s $10 billion campus at Madison County Megasite — critics worry about environmental impacts such as strained water and power systems as Mayor Butch Lee in Brandon negotiates with Avaio Digital to use wastewater for cooling.

SR1 College Preparatory and STEM Academy in Canton faces possible closure by August due to financial mismanagement + low enrollment if the charter board revokes its charter.

Hearing officer Kim Turner reviewed the case on May 14 and will issue her recommendation soon.

The federal government proposed a 60-year, $4.5 million plan to help the rare Pearl River map turtle recover by funding research, captive breeding, and river habitat restoration in Mississippi.

Local agencies and advocacy groups can submit comments until May 22 — a chance for community input.

Crews are replacing the decaying Coleman Avenue bridge in Jackson – officials say work began after an emergency declaration last Thanksgiving.

They hit a waterline on Tuesday and plan to finish the all-concrete structure in about three weeks.

The Mississippi Department of Human Services has set aside $5 million to provide childcare vouchers for about 800 children, leaving over 6,000 families waiting.

The agency will review additional funding in October.

Mississippi Senator Roger Wicker (a nursing advocate) and Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley introduced a bipartisan bill on Tuesday to restore nursing as a professional degree, aiming to expand federal loan limits and ease the financial burden on nursing students.

At Trustmark Park, West Union defeated Taylorsville 8-3 in Game 1 of the 1A State Championship series on Wednesday.

Game 2 is today at 1 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.