Good morning, Jackson.

Jackson firefighters rescued a tiny kitten from a pipe near I-55 North Frontage Road (close to Canton Mart Road) Friday after neighbors heard its cries; the kitten is now receiving care.

16 WAPT Chief Meteorologist David Hartman announced on May 22 that he will retire later this year after 40 years at the station.

He said he and his wife Diane (eager to travel and spend more time at Orange Beach with family) look forward to celebrating his long career.

Archaeologists at UMMC uncovered 1,070 graves at the site of the former state asylum and found coins, jewelry, and clothing that reveal over a century of mental health care and daily life.

The team—working under strict legal protocols—plans to build a mausoleum and invites families to share photos or letters about their loved ones.

Eligible Mississippi residents will soon receive checks as part of a $1 million distribution delivered directly to mailboxes, officials said.

The payments will begin today and follow state guidelines for direct financial support.

Local doula Kashuna Watts, with 12 years supporting mothers, champions preeclampsia education during National Preeclampsia Awareness Month— urging moms to recognize symptoms like high blood pressure, headaches, and swelling.

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.