Good morning, Jackson.

Jackson man Shonta Richmond—charged with robbing a bank—is set to go on trial on September 1 for a fatal DUI crash in 2022 that killed a near-19-year-old woman, and his trial may be delayed because of the extra charges.

A new mural at Jackson State University honors leaders from the civil rights movement and key figures in the school’s history.

JSU alumnus Christopher Windfield created the artwork that shows the Six Triple Eight—a group of Black women—and figures like Malcolm X and Cesar Chavez to inspire students and the community.

A federal judge ruled yesterday that Mississippi must redraw its Supreme Court electoral map because the current design splits the historic Delta region and weakens Black voting power—prompting the legislature to set new district lines after a lawsuit filed in April 2022.

The new Jackson/Hinds Library System leader said reopening three closed branches will cost millions—over $2 million for the downtown Eudora Welty site and additional $1.3 million and $788,000 for the Richard Wright and Charles Tisdale branches, respectively.

These estimates do not include rental fees or building costs—expenses that city officials must still address as plans move forward.

The FDA issued a warning that Great Value frozen shrimp sold at Walmart may contain Cesium-137— a radioactive substance detected by Customs at US ports in Los Angeles, Houston, Savannah and Miami.

Shoppers who bought shrimp with lot codes 8005540-1, 8005538-1, or 8005539-1 should dispose of them immediately.

Health experts in Jackson are on alert as high syphilis rates have raised concerns for pregnant women and newborns—data from 2023 showed Mississippi ranking among the highest in primary and congenital syphilis.

The State Department of Health created a task force in July 2024 and launched an online resource to promote regular testing and timely prenatal care.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Nash Hamilton Concert

10 PM – 1 AM — Martin's Downtown — Refunds available — Enjoy an evening of Americana music with Nashville's own Nash Hamilton.

An Evening with Jamal Roberts

7-10 p.m. — Jackson Convention Complex Center — Free venue parking — Enjoy an exclusive performance by American Idol sensation and Mississippi native Jamal Roberts.