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Jackson
Sunday, September 7th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A woman accidentally shot herself at a home on Woodville Drive in Jackson on Friday — she suffered non-life-threatening injuries, according to Detective Tommie Brown of the Jackson Police Department. FOX 40
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Capitol Police are investigating a Friday morning shooting and a man is on trial for killing his wife — Miss Mississippi is competing in Miss America, WLBT reported. FOX 40
- ➤ A person was shot in the Washington Addition area on Lincoln Avenue and Jones Street around 3 a.m. Friday and was taken to a local hospital; no arrests have been made (the victim's condition remains unknown). FOX 40
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi residents hurried to buy Powerball tickets on Friday as the nearly $2 billion jackpot and $800 million cash prize stirred high hopes—Saturday’s drawing did not produce a winning ticket from the state. Since joining Powerball in 2019, no Mississippi winner has been announced. WAPT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge extended a temporary restraining order on Friday—blocking JXN Water from disconnecting water at four Jackson apartment complexes owned by Woodlands Property Holdings and Blue Magma Residential—and ordered both sides to submit briefings by September 10 to address disputed billing and water meter issues. The decision ensures water remains on at these properties while the dispute continues. FOX 40
- ➤ Hinds County’s election dispute is headed back to the Mississippi Supreme Court after Supervisor Anthony — Tony — Smith filed his appeal on Friday following Special Judge Barry Ford’s denial of his dismissal motion on September 3. The appeal is seen as a move to delay addressing David Archie’s voter fraud claims until after the next election. FOX 40
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Montell Jordan & All-4-One Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Mississippi Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of classic R&B hits with Montell Jordan and All-4-One.
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The Soul City 3 Listening Experience
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Capri Theater — Tickets available — Experience the soulful blend of organ trio music with a Mississippi twist by The Soul City 3.
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