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Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Stewpot Community Services delivered boxes— and packing tape—to residents at Blossom Apartments in Jackson as water is set to be shut off soon, and some residents have begun moving out while a judge ordered temporary water restoration. This effort follows urgent calls for help as tenants face relocation. FOX 40
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early this morning, a shooting in Jackson left one person dead — two others were injured. WLBT News
- ➤ A shooting at Club Metro in Jackson early Saturday left one person dead and two injured—police said preliminary reports link the incident to a retaliation for another shooting and that no suspect has been identified, with the investigation ongoing. WLBT News
- ➤ A shooting happened early Saturday morning near Club Metro—police said one person died and two others were injured—and police are investigating the attack as a retaliation for another incident with no suspect found. FOX 40
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Owners of Tracewood Apartments at 6300 Old Canton Road filed an injunction in Hinds County Chancery Court—and later in federal court—to stop JXN Water from shutting off water for nonpayment amid disputed billing, with a status conference held Thursday and further documents still pending. FOX 40
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, the American Cancer Society kicked off the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer fundraiser to support survivors and raise money amid a 10% federal funding cut—bringing together those affected by the disease. The annual noncompetitive walk will be held on Oct. 25 at Trustmark Park. FOX 40
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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.
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The Call: Ballet Magnificat! in Jackson, MS
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center — Check event page for ticket info — Experience the local premiere of a ballet inspired by Elisabeth Elliot's journey through life's challenges.
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2025 HBCU Labor Day Classic - Battle of the Bands
12-6 p.m. — Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant performance of HBCU marching bands in a spirited competition.
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After-work Craft Meetup
3-4 p.m. — R G Bolden/Anna Bell Moore — Free entry — Engage in stories, crafts, and hands-on fun after school.
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Nash Hamilton Concert
10 PM – 1 AM — Martin's Downtown — Refunds available — Enjoy an evening of Americana music with Nashville's own Nash Hamilton.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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