Good morning, Jackson.

Students and faculty from Jackson State University partnered with Pecan Tree Park + other local groups to install 150 free Ring doorbells for residents aged 65 and older in nearby neighborhoods using a $50,000 Home Depot Retool Your School Community Project Grant.

AT&T and state officials have signed contracts to expand AT&T Fiber internet to more than 5,300 locations in Hinds, Rankin, Leake and Neshoba Counties as part of a $30.5 million project.

The project will deliver high-speed broadband to nearly 1,600 homes and small businesses—Mississippi investing about $16 million and AT&T contributing over $14 million to close the digital divide.

Police said 39-year-old Gary Burnside stole a vehicle from a Jackson impound lot on Sunday, drove it near Terry Road, and when officers later recovered it at a home on Rainey Road he tried to hide in an attic before being caught—he now faces charges from Byram police and the Rankin County Sheriff's Office.

Jackson Police arrested a suspect Tuesday night after a homicide along the I-55 frontage road near Canton Mart Road in Jackson—witnesses reported a fight at a bus stop near At Home Care LLC where one man shot another and then fled, and detectives are investigating the case.

The Mississippi State Board of Education awarded $24 million in grants to 20 school districts to support high-quality SIP pre-K programs for four-year-olds.

Ten districts will renew their programs while 10 will create new ones & funding amounts were determined by application points.

A federal judge will decide next week if Jackson will face an 11.7% water rate increase that could raise monthly bills by about $8 to $12.

Manager Ted Henifin said the increase is needed for JXN Water to cover its revenue gap even as some residents, like Oliver O’Quinn, worry it will add extra expense—putting more strain on household budgets.

The Jackson City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to urge the federal government to reverse its decision to remove Medgar Wiley Evers' name from a Navy ship that was christened in 2011.

Hinds County District 2 Supervisor Wanda Evers said she will travel to Washington to meet with the president and protest the change.

Interim Third-Party Manager Ted Henifin told U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate at the courthouse that nearly $90 million from the Siemens settlement was not fully used for water and sewer work and that about $60 million appears to have been spent elsewhere — he is now reviewing the fund allocation as the city handles high bond costs and rising rates.

Mississippi Comic Con

3-8 p.m. — Mississippi Trade Mart — Affordable entry — Explore a vibrant comic convention featuring legendary guests and numerous vendors.

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.

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.

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.

Ratchet Bingo Bash

8-11 p.m. — Hilton Jackson — Prizes for winners — The craziest bingo party to hit Mississippi with singing, dancing, and games.

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.

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.

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.

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.

37th Annual Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Clyde Muse Center — Admission info unavailable — Experience Mississippi’s oldest outdoor show with exhibits, activities, and entertainment for the whole family.