Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of August.
Good morning, Jackson.
🏘️ Community
In Brandon, survivor Tricia Cash recalled how Hurricane Katrina wiped out her home and left a silent, empty neighborhood—memories that continue to shape her family's outlook more than 21 years later.
🏛️ Government
Jackson hosted the first Pride + Power Summit that educated voters about their rights and ballot issues ahead of Mississippi’s November general election.
Organizers hope to make the event annual and gave attendees a chance to register to vote.
📰 Lifestyle
Local hunter Jonathan Wimberley and friends caught a 12-foot, 4-inch alligator in the Mississippi River on Friday, Aug.
28 marking a bold start to the brief alligator hunting season, which runs through noon Monday (state rules apply).
🏈 Sports
Jackson State beat Tennessee State 26+24 at the John A.
Merritt Classic in Nashville today through a clutch fourth-quarter drive and strong defense that halted a late field goal attempt; the team will host Edward Waters next Saturday, Sept. 5.
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