Good morning, Jackson.

Robbie’s Fireworks, a long-established seller with nine Jackson stores + 41 tents extending into Louisiana, counts on clear skies this Fourth of July for strong sales as it gears up for New Year’s festivities.

16 WAPT News airs 'America 250' tonight, featuring Mississippi’s role in shaping civil rights and the Civil War through local battlefields and voting rights history.

The segment recounts key milestones from Emmett Till to the Vicksburg Campaign, showing the state’s deep ties to America’s journey toward freedom.

The Foundation for the Mid South started the Delta Story Project (a six‐month fellowship paying artists to share Mississippi Delta stories) and announced seven cohorts on June 23; they will work through December before a showcase on Jan.

20 marking Martin Luther King Jr. Day and National Racial Healing Day.

Mississippi education officials are releasing classroom supply funds earlier by switching to a digital wallet platform called ClassWallet; districts will enable teacher access on July 15 to avoid delays seen with last year's physical cards that forced teachers to cover expenses out of pocket (for example, supplies).

Alcorn State University and Mississippi Christian University have partnered on an accelerated accountancy degree program that allows qualified students to earn both a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Accountancy in five years.

The MOU (signed June 30) meets CPA eligibility rules and establishes a clear pathway for aspiring accountants.

Students from across the country worked at UMMC Asylum Hill yesterday in search of remains dating to the 19th and early 20th centuries.

The excavation, part of a month-long project, aims to connect classroom learning to hands-on field experience.

Mississippi health officials confirmed today the state's first human case of West Nile Virus based on lab tests.

They are investigating the situation and advising residents to take precautions against mosquito bites.

First responders in Jackson urged residents to stay hydrated and take air-conditioned breaks as calls for heat-related illnesses increased this week, and an 83-year-old Bolton woman died after falling in her garden during the oppressive heat (experts note that symptoms like dizziness and nausea may signal trouble).

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.

I Love R&B Party

9 p.m. — Hal & Mal's — From $25.87 — Celebrate the era of R&B with dance floors, sing-alongs, and feel-good energy.