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Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dozens of bikers rode from Jackson to Carthage on Saturday morning to honor retired JPD Officer Richard Polk at his gravesite—he was a motorcycle instructor who died in a crash in June 2014. Members of Alpha Phi Alpha joined the ride to support his family and remind drivers to ride safely—this marked the 10th annual memorial ride in his memory. FOX 40
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Eugene Carney, owner of CBS Tire and Sons, said he recycles all his tires properly even as tens of thousands are dumped illegally, and he pays $600 every seven to 10 days to dispose of them — a high cost that stresses his business. He supports Councilman Vernon Hartley's plan to attach disposal records to business licenses — hoping to curb the illegal dumping in Jackson. FOX 40
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A suspect—Grejuan Allen, 31—was identified in connection with a deadly shooting at Park Springs Apartments on Shaw Road, where police responded last Thursday morning after LaJarvis Ruffin was fatally shot and issued a warrant Tuesday charging him with murder, armed robbery and house burglary. WAPT
- ➤ Jackson Police investigated a shooting that occurred Tuesday morning at the intersection of Raymond and Siwell Roads+ the perimeter of the Auto One car care business was taped off and a man was seen in handcuffs+ with no further details released. FOX 40
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Blues legend John Primer will return home with the Real Deal Blues Band to perform at the National Folk Festival in downtown Jackson from November 7 to 9. He will play fan favorites and songs from his new album Grown in Mississippi — a celebration of his lifelong love for the blues. Mississippi Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Reeves and the Court of Appeals rejected petitions from death row inmate Richard Gerald Jordan—Mississippi’s longest-serving inmate—allowing his execution to proceed today after the U.S. Fifth Circuit upheld a lower court decision, as deputy chief of staff Cory Custer said clemency was not granted. FOX 40
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Canopy Children's Solutions broke ground on expanding its CARES Center on West Street in Jackson to add 20 new psychiatric residential beds and build five residential cottages, raising capacity from 60 to 80 beds for children aged 6 to 17 with severe mental health challenges. The project received $20 million from the state legislature — $5 million of congressionally directed funding to fill a critical gap in care. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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.
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Neon Night
8-11:59 p.m. — Mississippi Children's Museum — Food & drinks included — Experience a vibrant night with glowing lights, electrifying music, and delicious snacks.
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Becoming with Maximus Wright
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Tougaloo College — Free entry — Engage in a night of inspiration and growth as you explore personal transformations.
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Jackson Mississippi ServiceNow User Group Interest Meeting
6-7 p.m. — C Spire Corporate — Free admission — Connect with fellow ServiceNow users to share knowledge and experiences in the industry.
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