Good morning, Jackson.

Elvis the speckled kingsnake, longtime museum ambassador, retires from public programs after nearly 20 years of service at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.

Found injured in 2008, he educated visitors and helped shift local views on native snakes while receiving exceptional care in retirement.

Canton High School seniors returned to class Monday and started their final year with mixed feelings as they look ahead to graduation and college.

School leaders are preparing practical lessons on research and AI use that will help them navigate life after high school.

State leaders launched a new effort to reduce chronic absenteeism in public schools after Senate Bill 2103 took effect on July 1.

The law moves enforcement to youth courts and may fine or jail parents when students miss 12 or more unexcused days.

Covington Park Apartments, which had been under receivership since February 2025, was sold for $3.6 million to Hartford Rentals last week in south Jackson, and a judge ordered nearly $260,000 be set aside for JXN Water.

Developers plan a $28 million project in North Jackson that will add a 10,000+sqft medical office building and 84 new housing units while renovating existing dwellings.

The Jackson City Council will review $1.3 million in TIF bonds at a public hearing on Aug. 25, with site clearing expected to begin the next day if approved.

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

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Laugh Therapy: The Comedy Experience

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