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Jackson
Sunday, May 31st, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Michael D. Johnson Memorial Foundation held its 16th annual 5K run on Saturday at War Memorial Grounds, raising scholarship funds for graduating students from Jackson Public, Canton, Ridgeland and Velma Jackson high schools (supporting their futures). The event honored Michael D. Johnson, a local athlete whose career ended early. WAPT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At a local flight school on Saturday, May 30, students celebrated their graduation by earning aviation certifications that prepare them for future careers+. WLBT News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ole Miss won a 7+6 contest against Arizona State with a walk-off hit in the 14th inning Friday night in the NCAA Lincoln Regional, placing the Rebels in the winner's bracket. They will face Nebraska Saturday at 7:00 p.m. 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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~ Franklin D. Roosevelt
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