Monday, May 25th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two Jackson-area churches hosted their annual Pentecost Picnic Sunday with worship, fellowship and food (celebrating the birthday of the church). The event brought church members and local guests together to share a meal and enjoy a welcoming, family-like atmosphere. WAPT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Briarwood Arts Center will offer free self-defense classes using real-life scenarios for community members at its Jackson venue, with dates and times to be announced. WLBT News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Mississippi remains unsettled today with hit-and-miss storms after 3 p.m. and a growing flash flood threat in the saturated Pine Belt and coastal areas (if heavy rain continues, Memorial Day showers may further increase the risk) while temperatures range from the upper 60s to low 80s. WAPT
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Man is condemned to be free.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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