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Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Mississippi Food Network is working to feed fixed-income families, children and seniors despite rising food and fuel costs — employees distribute 1.5 million pounds of food each month to 430 agencies — and the organization receives donations from Walmart, Kroger and Dollar General. FOX 40
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ At around 4 p.m. Wednesday in Brookhollow Subdivision, teen groups shot at each other with assault rifles and handguns—damaging homes and vehicles while police arrested an 18-year-old and are looking for four others; no one was hurt. WLBT News
- ➤ U.S. District Judge Kristi Johnson postponed Rudy Warnock and Cleveland Anderson’s federal bribery trial until Tuesday at noon—after one of the government’s witnesses suffered a medical emergency. FOX 40
- ➤ Police pulled a body from the Pearl River near Gallatin Street in Jackson after an hours-long recovery effort Thursday morning — its identity has not yet been established as Capitol Police, Pearl Police Department, and Richland Police assisted in the recovery. FOX 40
- ➤ Aziza Young appeared in court on Wednesday facing murder and auto theft charges for fatally shooting her boyfriend, Adrione Triggs, on July 4 in the 1100 block of AME Logan Street — her attorney claimed she acted in self-defense after enduring abuse. FOX 40
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Joe Austin and the Tallahatchies is a Mississippi band that formed in 2020 after Joe returned from stints in Tennessee and Texas—drawing on his deep roots in local music. They released their debut album '3711' on Feb. 19 and will tour soon—aiming to share a mix of rock, bluegrass and blues with fans. Mississippi Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch said on Thursday that the state could get up to $6,351,265 from a $720 million opioid settlement with eight drug companies. The deal requires the companies to limit opioid production and stops Indivior from making opioid pills for 10 years—steps to help lower the crisis in Mississippi. FOX 40
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Fiesta Friday Latin Dance Class
7-8:30 p.m. — Briarwood Arts Center — No entry fee — Spice up your Friday nights with exciting Latin dance moves and a festive atmosphere.
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Dear Silas Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dynamic sounds of Dear Silas blending Hip Hop, R&B, Jazz, and Soul.
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Jim Belushi Live
9 PM - 12 AM — Martin's Downtown — Refunds available up to 7 days before — Enjoy a night of blues with Jim Belushi and special guests.
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Blues Old Stand Live
10 PM – 1 AM — Martin's Downtown — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Experience electrifying blues and rock from renowned band Blues Old Stand.
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