Good morning, Jackson.

Jackson native contractor Steven Jones volunteered to mow high grass at Grove Park Golf Course after Hinds County Supervisor Tony Smith raised local concerns.

The 16-acre effort may spark further volunteer collaborations to restore cherished greens.

Today, a Mississippi nonprofit launched a support program (providing counseling and resource referrals) for families affected by addiction in the community.

Program organizers said it will offer ongoing assistance to help families rebuild and thrive locally.

The 2026 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway will award someone the keys to a new home in Flowood’s Bristol Crossing neighborhood.

Tickets are selling quickly ahead of the Thursday deadline with the winner announcement set for 12:30 p.m.

A fire destroyed two apartment buildings at The Park at Marsala on Hospital Drive Monday night, displacing several families and prompting the Jackson Fire Department to investigate the cause.

Oxford authorities are investigating two University of Mississippi student deaths where packaged kratom was found near their living spaces (autopsies are scheduled) and officials ask the public to avoid speculation.

American Idol holds virtual auditions today for Mississippians aged 14-29 (born between June 2, 1997 and Feb.

15, 2012) with video submissions required online; past success includes Moss Point’s Daniel Stallworth and Meridian’s Jamal Roberts.

On Monday, Hinds County Board of Supervisors voted to advertise for bids to demolish the former Virginia College building on Ridgewood Road after receiving state funds from the Secretary of State's Office; officials expect the building to be torn down this year.

Residents in Raymond are urging officials to remove abandoned cars and tires from local streets.

City leaders will review possible cleanup measures after neighbors raised concerns about safety and neighborhood appeal.

The University of Mississippi Medical Center and Institutes of Higher Learning said they did not pay any ransom after a cyberattack disrupted systems earlier this year.

IHL faced an incident on Sep. 7 that halted student aid processing and is under investigation by experts while taxpayer funds remain untouched.

Chambliss was named SEC Offensive Player of the Week while Mississippi State's Williams also received recognition after a busy weekend of college football action, highlighting the success of local athletes.