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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police reported one person died and another was hospitalized after a shooting at a McDonald’s in Brandon on Monday evening at 6:51 p.m.—investigators say the suspect suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound and the incident appears isolated. WAPT
- ➤ Four suspects pleaded guilty in federal court to drug conspiracy charges+ one also pleaded guilty to a firearms charge after their arrest last year during a multi-year drug bust, and five others will face trial on September 2+ with sentencing set for three on September 3. FOX 40
- ➤ Jackson Police are seeking a suspect who robbed a Boost Mobile store on Bobby Rush Boulevard by shoving an employee and taking an iPhone 16 Pro shortly before 1 p.m. Monday (the suspect wore a tan or white hooded sweatshirt and dark shorts) (he has black hair with a red patch). WLBT News
- ➤ Four suspects pleaded guilty in federal court after being arrested last year in a multi-year drug investigation in Jackson — Marcus Naylor, James Naylor, Tony Butler and Donald Jordan each admitted to conspiracy charges with Butler also admitting a firearm charge — while five others await trial. FOX 40
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 HBCU Labor Day Classic Battle of the Bands will bring over 60,000 fans to Veterans Memorial Stadium in Jackson on Saturday, Aug. 31 as it debuts in a city known as the Marching Band Capital of the World. The event will kick off with a Fanfest at noon and open gates at 5 p.m.—bands will parade at 5:30 p.m. before the main show starts at 6 p.m. WAPT
- ➤ Kerry Kennedy will join Ambassador Attallah Shabazz, Bettie Dahmer and Reena Evers-Everette on June 26 at the Jackson Convention Complex for the 'Daddy's Daughters' panel— the first event of a weeklong series honoring Medgar Evers’ centennial. Mississippi Today
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi Today in partnership with JPMorganChase will present All In on Mississippi, a free event on Monday, July 28 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mississippi Museum of Art in downtown Jackson. The gathering will feature a fireside chat with JPMorganChase Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon — and it will conclude with a public reception at the organization’s new office. Mississippi Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a public hearing on Monday at the federal courthouse, Interim Third-Party Manager Ted Henifin addressed U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate’s questions about nearly $90 million from a Siemens settlement intended for water and sewer improvements. Residents waited three hours to speak+Henifin said about $60 million was not used for these bills and he will review how the remaining funds were spent. WLBT News
- ➤ On Monday, interim Third-Party Manager Ted Henifin told U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate at a federal courthouse that the city used nearly $60 million from the Siemens settlement on items other than water and sewer services—only a small part went to pay bills, and the rest remains unaccounted for. Henifin defended a planned water rate increase to cover growing expenses while residents waited three hours to give their input. FOX 40
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Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund Workshop
3-8 p.m. — 2148 Riverside Dr, Jackson, MS — Free entry — Enhance your grant writing skills and learn about conservation funding opportunities.
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Mississippi Comic Con
3-8 p.m. — Mississippi Trade Mart — Affordable entry — Explore a vibrant comic convention featuring legendary guests and numerous vendors.
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Independence Showdown: Battle of the Bands
4-9 p.m. — Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium — Refunds up to 7 days before event — The Nation's most exciting summertime band event showcasing the best in marching bands.
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Mississippi Comic Con - Day 2
11 AM – 4 PM — Mississippi Trade Mart — Tickets start at $118 — Dive into a world of comics and pop culture at this exciting convention.
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The Cleverlys Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Tickets available — Experience a unique blend of comedy and music with The Cleverlys who deliver a night full of laughs and melodies.
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Ratchet Bingo Bash
8-11 p.m. — Hilton Jackson — Prizes for winners — The craziest bingo party to hit Mississippi with singing, dancing, and games.
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BGBB Kid's Red Carpet Book Tour & Literacy Festival
5-9 p.m. — Mississippi E-Center at Jackson State University — Family-friendly event — Celebrate literacy with interactive activities and discover diverse books.
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Farm Bureau Watermelon Classic 5k Run/Walk
7:30-10 a.m. — Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum — Benefiting the museum — Participate in a fun and vibrant 5k event with a refreshing watermelon theme.
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SCC Summer Sizzler 2025
12 PM — Baptist Healthplex — Registration fees from $40 — Engage in a signature cycling event with multiple distance options and community support.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — The Ark — Limited spots available — Elevate your basketball game with intensive skill development in Jackson, MS.
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