Good morning, Jackson.

Residents at Blossom Apartments lost water on Wednesday, July 23 when JXN Water cut service due to over $400,000 in unpaid bills by the property owner—many stored water for basic needs and plan to move amid ongoing issues with repairs and poor management.

Some tenants said the lack of water on a hot day and poor communication with management have forced them to seek safer living conditions.

Kristin Marren delivers free food boxes to families in South Jackson every Tuesday—using food donated from Gleaners volunteers—and she supports over 10 families each week while working with her church since Hurricane Katrina.

Early Wednesday morning, a crash on I‑55 North near the Adkins Boulevard exit killed one person—only one vehicle was involved while the Hinds County Coroner, Jackson Police Department and an ambulance responded to the scene.

A new history textbook revised by an MSU educator will be used in middle and high schools around the state this fall.

Mississippi: Our History, Our Home updates lessons with new details on Emmett Till, revised state symbols, and archaeological finds.

A federal judge issued eight additional subpoenas on Tuesday to review how Jackson spent $89.9 million from a Siemens settlement—targeting current and former city officials as well as Siemens.

The subpoenas require detailed financial and contractual records to be submitted within 30 days—steps that may influence a pending rate increase decision.

Low-income pregnant women in Mississippi will soon have faster Medicaid access for prenatal care as a federal agency approved a state law that lets providers presume eligibility while applications are processed—provider training is scheduled to begin in early August so eligible women can receive 60 days of outpatient care.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Yot Club Live Performance

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Tickets available — Experience daydreamy Polaroid-pop with Yot Club's fresh sounds.

JXN MISS Bitcoin Monthly Meetup #42

5:15-6:45 p.m. — Fertile Ground Beer Co. — Free entry — Gather to discuss Bitcoin developments and share ideas in a friendly setting.

GrooveFest 2

7:15-10:15 p.m. — HIDEAWAY — Check for ticket prices — GrooveFest is a high-energy experience with dance tunes and smooth vocals, featuring an array of talented artists.

Starlito Live Performance

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Hal & Mal's — Ticket details available — Experience Starlito's raw and introspective music journey live in Jackson.