Good morning, Jackson.

Southern Bath & Kitchen donated a Generac generator to serve as the Early Bird Prize for the St. Jude Dream Home program in Jackson.

The donation supports families and celebrates local community involvement.

Southern Pine Electric has shared tips to help residents lower summer electric bills by adjusting appliance use and thermostat settings.

The advice offers a practical way to cut energy costs during these hot months.

Mississippi Today welcomed talent as intern Ella Jane Simmons and investigative reporting fellows Georgie Pease and Ana Claudia Boino Amendoeira join the staff to work on justice and video projects.

Pease and Amendoeira bring experience from UC Berkeley and Columbia, while Simmons, a Jackson native, is an Ole Miss grad.

Greenwood Leflore Hospital remains open after a judge ordered Medicaid to maintain a $2.4 million payment — the University of Mississippi Medical Center will take over operations to sustain care for local residents.

Millsaps College announced Tuesday it will rejoin the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference in fall 2027 after finishing the 2026 — 27 season in the Southern Athletic Association; the move supports a renewed focus on athletic tradition and student-athlete experience.

Basketball Camp: Point Guard College at Millsaps College

July 6-10 — Millsaps College — $995 — Elevate your basketball IQ and leadership at this premier camp for serious players.

For Eve: EP Release Show

10 p.m. — Martin's Downtown — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience the warm and bluesy sounds of Mississippi's own For Eve at their EP release show.

2nd Annual Back to Flow Bash

9 AM – 12 PM — Jackson Medical Mall — Free entry — A back-to-school hygiene support event providing essential supplies for students and teachers.

Twurt Chamberlain Live

8-11 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $15 early, $20 day of show — Experience the revolutionary sounds of Twurt Chamberlain with uplifting vibes and a fusion of genres.

Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Ball Handling Camp

Jul 21-23 — The Ark, Jackson, MS — Registration required — Enhance shooting and ball handling skills with expert coaching.

Mississippi Sportsman Show

All day — Mississippi State Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Explore the largest outdoor gear showcase in Mississippi, perfect for hunting and fishing enthusiasts.

Cedric Burnside Live Performance

9 p.m. — Martin's Downtown — Refunds available — Experience Grammy-nominated Cedric Burnside alongside his family's rich musical legacy.

Jennifer Lyn and The Groove Revival: Electric Eden

7:30 – 9:00 PM — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $30 + fees — Experience a high-impact concert with classic rock vibes and modern blues influences.

Goodnight and Morning Concert

8-11 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $15, $20 day of show — Experience a night of eclectic rock with local favorites Goodnight Morning, Smokies, and Shiba Shiba.