Good morning, Jackson.

Three 18-year-olds are wanted for capital murder after the weekend killing of Reginald Brown in Jackson—one teen, Camerious Huff, has been arrested while police seek Dequavious Ingram, Brian Davis and Grayson Jackson.

Michael Owens was found guilty on Monday of first-degree murder and third-degree arson after a Hinds County jury convicted him of killing his wife Ebony Owens whose body was found in the Big Black River in March.

The Mississippi Book Festival will return to Jackson on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with free admission and events held inside and outside the state capitol — including panels on local baseball history and hurricane recovery—while organizers expect large crowds and plan to record sessions for later viewing.

Interim manager Ted Henifin said that JXN Water introduced a new tiered rate system—charging from $6 to $16 per CCF—to encourage conservation and repair leaks, which is now being disputed in a federal lawsuit by apartment complex owners.

The legal action follows a more than $400,000 overdue balance at the Park at St. Andrews as the disputed bills continue to prompt challenges over cost fairness.

Mississippi State and Ole Miss earned SEC weekly honors after wins Saturday—Mississippi State's offensive lineman Albert Reese and linebacker Nic Mitchell helped their team beat Arizona State while Ole Miss's placekicker Lucas Carneiro was honored after the Rebels came back to win 30 to 23 against Kentucky.

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.

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.

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.