Good morning, Jackson.

A vehicle crashed and caught fire around 1:20 a.m. Sunday on Ridgewood Road — Jackson Fire Department, police, and AMR responded to the scene while details on injuries remain unknown.

A 48-year-old man named Roosevelt Denson Jr. died from a gunshot wound after an overnight shooting on Dogwood Trail in Jackson—police said three others were injured and taken to local hospitals.

Ten HBCU marching bands competed in Jackson's annual Labor Day Battle of the Bands+held at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Fans enjoyed a Fan Fest with food trucks and live music, and many cheered as Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom of the South led the performance.

On Saturday morning, a memorial parade in Jackson honored the 70th anniversary of Emmett Till’s death as cars moved from Freedom Corner to Lanier High School—organizers included Councilman Kenneth Stokes and local fire and police departments.

Speakers stressed Till’s role in sparking the civil rights movement and urged youth to learn their history.

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.

Grits & Greens Live Performance

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Ticket info unavailable — Experience a rock and roll odyssey with the formidable quartet Grits & Greens.

MCBA Fall Educational Hair Show 2025

8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Jackson Convention Complex Center — $2.50 ticket service fee — Unleash your inner artist and find inspiration at this educational hair show.

Magnolia State Technology Symposium

9:30 a.m. — Mississippi Trade Mart — Free entry — Explore the latest in AI and cybersecurity while networking with professionals and enjoying keynotes from industry leaders.

Juno Dunes Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $10 — Experience the dreamy sounds of Juno Dunes and Modern Bodies in a vibrant indie-pop showcase.

Sunny War Live Concert

6-9 p.m. — Hal & Mal's — Ticket prices TBD — Experience the evolution of Sunny War's music in a captivating live performance.