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Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Jackson family suffered heavy property damage after a fire on Lake Circle Thursday and local firefighters reported a nearby hydrant was unusable because it was painted over; JXN Water later confirmed the hydrant worked and the family plans to rebuild with insurance while no one was injured. WAPT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Gluckstadt garden center that has served the community for 72 years will close soon. Owners announced the decision on May 28 and advised local shoppers to visit before its final day. WLBT News
- ➤ A popular downtown daiquiri bar will close June 1 after its building was sold, and the owner cited financial struggles and mounting challenges in a heartfelt social media post. Its final weekend of operation is underway ahead of the permanent shutdown. WAPT
- ➤ Callaway’s Yard & Garden in Gluckstadt will close after 72 years as owners Brint & Annette Callaway retire, ending a cherished family business that began in 1954 and leaving no set closing date. WAPT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jackson's Co-Lin Concert Choir is set to make their world premiere performance at Carnegie Hall + the event marks a milestone in the group's journey toward national recognition. WLBT News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Landon Price, a Murrah grad and 'The Voice' contestant, performed with the school choir at Tuesday’s commencement at the Mississippi Coliseum. He graduated with a 3.8 GPA, was accepted to over 30 colleges (choosing Clark Atlanta University) and won Youth Male Vocalist of the Year at the Golden Triangle Awards. WAPT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane prep experts advise Jackson residents to review a checklist that covers securing property and stocking vital supplies + checking local weather updates to prepare for upcoming storms. WLBT News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ten new firefighters graduated from the Jackson Fire Department training program (the Talented Ten), raising the ranks and boosting local readiness. The department plans to put the new team members into service soon. WLBT News
- ➤ The Jackson City Council postponed its vote on a data center moratorium and set a public hearing on data centers and a zoning ordinance for June 22 - addressing local concerns. Gov. Reeves unveiled a statewide AI framework outlining priorities for education and workforce development. Mississippi Today
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local woman encountered a live snake on her windshield while driving home from a wedding in a rural area. She recorded the incident as onlookers watched the snake slide off safely — later she spotted a turtle crossing nearby. WAPT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi State will host the Starkville Regional at Dudy Noble Field today as the No. 14 seed returns to postseason baseball for the first time since 2021. The four-team double-elimination tournament runs through Monday, June 1 and will stream on ESPN+. WLBT News
- ➤ Mississippi State earned its first Women’s College World Series berth by shutting out No. 3 Oklahoma on May 24 (a historic win) and will open the series against Texas Tech soon. WLBT News
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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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