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Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Holiday Market kicked off in Jackson yesterday—this three-day event brings a festive shopping experience to local residents. WLBT News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former NFL quarterback and civil rights activist Colin Kaepernick will pay for an independent autopsy for Delta State freshman Trey Reed—found hanging from a tree on Sept. 15 and ruled a suicide by Cleveland Police—as his family plans a second autopsy amid ongoing questions about his death. WAPT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fourth graders from across Mississippi gathered last Thursday at the Mississippi Children’s Museum to learn coding and robotics in the C Spire C3 Jr. Coding Challenge — they used artificial intelligence from a partnership with Amazon Web Services to complete student-designed obstacle courses. FOX 40
- ➤ Jackson State University and Jackson Public Schools announced a dual enrollment program for high school juniors and seniors on Wednesday—allowing eligible students to earn transferable college credits while still in school and shorten the time needed to earn a degree. FOX 40
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Tate Reeves said Mississippi's nonfarm employment reached a record high in August with over 1.2 million jobs. He also announced that AVAIO Digital is constructing a $6 billion data center campus at the East Metropolitan Center Business and Industrial Park in Brandon — the project is the third-largest economic development effort in state history. WAPT
- ➤ Officials said a major leak at the Jackson Zoological Park’s chimpanzee exhibit—ongoing since 2017—has led to the moat valve being turned off and the moat drained while the chimps are moved to a temporary enclosure; engineers will review repair plans next week to help manage the issue. WLBT News
- ➤ The Mississippi Department of Employment Security announced a job fair in Jackson set for Sept 25 for those seeking state jobs. The fair will allow job seekers to connect with available positions & receive employment guidance. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Mississippi state agency announced it will offer free Narcan kits to residents to help reverse opioid overdoses. The kits will be available today at local health centers—providing a crucial resource amid rising overdose concerns. WLBT News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MS Delta Community College mourned the death of freshman offensive lineman Emanuell Cooks, who died from medical complications after a Thursday night football game in Raymond (Trojans), and the school now offers counseling services to support students, coaches, and staff. WLBT News
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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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Sanderson Farms Championship
8:00 – 9:30 AM — The Country Club of Jackson — Check official website for ticket info — Join the excitement of this significant PGA Tour event while supporting local charities.
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