Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of July.
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🏘️ Community
Mississippi Free Press and Mississippi Youth Media Project held a virtual Solutions Circle on gun violence on June 18, where 22 community members discussed challenges with media impact and community trust and proposed solutions to guide future reporting.
Student reporters collected insights to inform their summer projects.
16 WAPT Chief Meteorologist David Hartman recalled his intense experience during the 1989 ice storm when his family managed without power and shared card-table news sessions amid 40 years on air.
He is set to retire on July 31 — leaving behind decades of trusted weather updates in Jackson.
🎭 Culture
Mississippi Today will mark its 10th anniversary with an event on Oct.
7 at Two Mississippi Museums featuring live music and guest appearances — followed by the All In on Mississippi summit on Oct. 8 where community leaders will discuss the state’s future.
🏥 Health
State health officials reported a Cyclospora outbreak from contaminated produce in Jackson.
They advise everyone to wash hands and fresh produce well and to seek care if symptoms like watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, or loss of appetite occur.
The Mississippi State Department of Health enacted an emergency reporting declaration for Cyclosporiasis, a parasite infection causing watery and explosive diarrhea.
Local providers must report suspected cases (CDC data shows over 1,600 cases nationwide) even though no cases have been reported in Mississippi.
🎉 Jackson Events
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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.
An Evening With Patty Griffin
7-11 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $40.00 ($50.00 day of show) — Experience the soulful artistry of Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Patty Griffin live in concert.
Groove Fest 2026
8-9 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $20.00 — Experience an electrifying night of live music at Groove Fest in Jackson, MS.
Laugh Therapy: The Comedy Experience
8-11 p.m. — Thalia Mara Hall — Tickets from $104 — Experience a night of laughter with Tony Roberts in Jackson.
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