Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of August.
Good morning, Jackson.
🏘️ Community
Jackson State Tigers are launching welcome week with a community meal — offering free food to local residents.
The event takes place today in the capital to boost neighborly spirit.
The second annual Youth Justice Summit will offer workshops and mentoring sessions to empower local youth.
The event is set to begin soon in Jackson, giving community members a chance to support young residents.
🎭 Culture
Local coffee enthusiasts will enjoy an evening of friendly competition at Cultivate Coffee Project on Saturday starting at 6 p.m. The event will feature individual contests and team challenges in a brew battle & latte art showdown.
🎓 Education
Dozens of students and community members gathered today at Ridgeland High School for a back-to-school festival that supported the culinary arts program, where food trucks and local vendors offered treats and raised funds for student projects.
🏛️ Government
JXN Water held its quarterly meeting on Saturday where customers asked about rising bills and learned about improvements to the water system and payment options at its Medical Mall center.
The meeting also featured a walkthrough of a nearly finished one-mile pipe replacement project in Choctaw Village to boost water pressure.
🎉 Jackson Events
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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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