Good morning, Jackson.

Filmmaker Curtis Nichouls, who died in August 2025, boosted Jackson’s film scene by creating Sweet Unknown South to give local students hands-on industry experience (with peers planning tributes to keep his legacy alive).

The Emmett Till family held a local ceremony to mark 71 years since his death and honor his legacy.

Community members gathered to reflect on Till’s impact on civil rights — a reminder of his enduring influence.

Jackson State University's choir performed Light of a Clear Blue Morning as a tribute to Dolly Parton, who died on Tuesday after a brief battle with cancer.

The performance honored her lasting legacy in music.

Family members gathered inside the Mississippi State Capitol today to honor Emmett Till with a respectful march to the Medgar Evers Historic Home — a moment of silence marked a poignant tribute, and additional commemorative events are planned for later this weekend.

The three-day Sales Tax Holiday began Friday and continues through Sunday—Dead Eye Arms and Ammo on Highway 80 in Pearl offers tax-free guns, ammunition, archery equipment, hunting supplies and gun safes.

Northwest Rankin defeated Germantown today in Jackson on the gridiron as part of Blitz Week 1 & the win brought local excitement for high school football.

Jackson State & Tennessee State will renew their football rivalry in the John Merritt Classic later this fall at the local stadium, setting the stage for competitive play and renewed tradition.