Good morning, Jackson.

Jackson’s homeless community faces extreme heat as no general cooling shelter has been announced; a cooling tent for displaced residents remains the only option while nonprofits work to offer relief.

City officials have not provided plans for additional cooling centers.

Boots & More, a family-owned store offering western and work clothing for over 40 years, is closing today at 6 p.m. on High Street as the owner retires.

City officials secured funding to fix the roof and HVAC system at the historic Smith Robertson Museum, with building assessments underway and repairs slated to be finished before the new year (2027).

Mississippi farmers are boosting soil restoration to counter unpredictable weather and pests; farming expert Allen Williams (soil specialist) says this effort will improve input costs and secure future yields.

Their work will help sustain farms for future generations.

Hinds County officials are distributing free autism awareness bumper stickers that ask drivers to be patient during interactions with first responders.

The stickers are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Tax Collector’s Office – 316 South President Street, Jackson.

Mississippi lawmakers are set to debate taxes and regulations for lithium mining in the 2027 legislative session, aiming to boost domestic production from the Smackover Formation (a source of mineral-rich brine) while balancing economic and environmental concerns.

Independent congressional candidate Bennie Foster Jr. warned on social media that anyone who destroys or steals his campaign signs may face fines or jail time.

His warning comes amid ongoing campaigning for the 2nd District seat in the 2026 House race.

The owner of the Margaret Walker Alexander Library has offered to donate the building to the city, which discussed the idea during budget talks on Friday.

Executive Director Jeanne Williams said the facility could require millions in repairs + city officials remain unsure if the donation is a sound investment.

State agencies are monitoring extreme heat risks as temperatures are expected to rise this week.

Officials (including public health experts) are reviewing safety measures and planning to provide guidance to help residents stay cool.

The St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway opens today at 173 Bronson Bend in Flowood as open house tours run Saturdays and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. until Sept.

20, giving visitors a chance to see a four-bedroom, three-bath home (2,800 sqft) valued at $550,000 and enter by purchasing a $100 ticket through Sept. 10.