Good morning, Jackson.

The Patton House on State Street has reopened as an art museum for Black Mississippi artists, created by owner Garry Brown to provide a space for bold art including social commentary.

Christy Meshel’s 'Back Home Down South' exhibit launched on June 14.

Medgar Evers Library has reopened after renovations, giving Jackson residents updated resources, study spaces, and community events.

The renewed library is set to serve as a vibrant hub for learning and gathering.

AT&T has launched a Connected Learning Center at The Bean Path in Jackson—offering hands-on tech training and digital resources to help community members upgrade their skills.

Brinkley Middle School reopened today after a three-year closure.

School officials say the updated school facilities will support students and staff as classes resume at the historic campus.

Mississippi now requires high schools to offer driver's ed and first-time drivers, including adults, homeschoolers & teens, must complete a certified course before getting a license.

The law went into effect this school year and proof of completion will be required from July 1.

Jackson Public Schools students are returning to class today, with free haircuts offered by longtime partners Barber Jeffery Ross and Councilman Kenneth Stokes to help families prepare for the school year amid rising costs.

Families with questions should call the superintendent hotline.

The Institutions of Higher Learning Building on Ridgewood Road will close for several weeks for projects updating roads, parking, foundation work, and asbestos removal — affecting six agencies that will work from home.

Renovations will start late August or early September, finishing by February and March 2027.

A Mississippi professor at Alcorn State University in Lorman embedded a hidden word (Madagascar) into an online midterm prompt to detect AI use, which resulted in dozens of students failing that section.

Dr. Jason Gibson said he would not use the same method again as he aimed to reinforce academic integrity.

Mississippi now requires every high school to offer driver’s education for first-time license applicants, with courses including written tests and road training; the law took effect July 1 and schools will roll out an updated curriculum this fall (districts are still seeking funding for simulators and extra instructors).

Grand Chateau Apartments remain empty after a power shutoff and the owner said the building will be converted into housing for JSU students.

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.