Good morning, Jackson.

On Sept. 11, 2026, about 40 residents gathered at the Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center in Jackson for a free expungement clinic organized by the local Jobs for Jacksonians program—attendees worked on petitions to clear records and regain civil rights.

A fire at the Park at Marsala apartment complex Monday night in Jackson left a Jackson State student without his belongings, and JSU is working to provide emergency support while the investigation into the cause continues.

U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Colleges rankings show Ole Miss at No. 179 among national universities; Mississippi State and Southern Miss also rank highly based on graduation rates and peer assessments.

Gov Tate Reeves announced Wednesday that Mississippi will use an $8.5 million federal grant to launch new workforce training programs at all 15 community colleges, led by Northwest Mississippi Community College; the initiative will serve over 1,500 participants and offer paths in advanced manufacturing, shipbuilding, construction, info infrastructure, and healthcare.

Drivers on I-20 in Jackson faced overnight lane closures last night and will see similar closures tonight and Friday from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. at Gallatin Street, Lynch Street, and Wiggins Road as MDOT crews prepare for bridge work (part of the I-20/I-55 Freight Corridors Improvement Project).

City leaders are in talks with 2525 Robinson Road LLC as structural issues and an expiring lease put the Margaret Walker Alexander Library at risk.

Repairs must be done soon — with costly fixes and mold concerns — to ensure the branch remains safe for visitors.

Two University of Mississippi students were found dead on Sept.

21 — one on campus and one in Oxford — with kratom present at both scenes; authorities have not confirmed a link between the cases as investigations continue and health officials warn against using substances not obtained from trusted sources.

State narcotics and health officials today warn residents not to take any pills not prescribed by a doctor after two overdoses occurred in Oxford, and the health department has ordered 1,000 boxes of naloxone plus advised against relying on expired testing strips.

The former Virginia College building will be demolished after eight years of vacancy as Hinds County officials search for a demolition firm funded by the Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office, and local business owners expect the removal to boost neighborhood safety + encourage community growth.

Papaya Group and Ultimate Fan have invested $4 million in a multi-phase redevelopment project in Jackson (set to add jobs, housing, and grocery stores).

They plan to convert the Roses building on Terry Road into a food hub and renovate a 46-unit apartment on Willow Street with over $100 million in investment.

Ole Miss and Mississippi State started three to zero with wins over ranked opponents, and both will face tougher tests Saturday as Ole Miss visits Florida & State hosts Missouri.

Star quarterbacks aim to lead their teams to continued success amid a challenging schedule.