Good morning, Jackson.

Mississippi State University architecture students presented a plan on Thursday at the King Edward Building to revitalize Capitol Street by widening sidewalks, narrowing the roadway, and adding trees and seating (a design aimed at boosting daytime activity) while the city and Capitol Complex Improvement District will review next steps.

Mississippi drivers see relief as AAA reported gas prices fell 4.5 cents from a Saturday peak of $4.01, though most counties still surpass $4 per gallon while stations in Philadelphia (as low as $3.81) and Carthage (at $3.84) post lower prices.

Jackson airport officials are reviewing plans for a direct flight to Chicago + further details will be announced soon.

Tri-County Academy wide receiver Landon Patridge earned Week 6 Student-Athlete of the Week after scoring and making key plays in a 47 to 21 win over Leake Academy, and he will build on his performance in a road game against Washington.

The former Mississippi Department of Public Safety building off Woodrow Wilson Avenue is scheduled for demolition this weekend.

The work will cause temporary road closures, including I-55 southbound at Lakeland Drive and I-55 northbound at Fortification Street starting Sunday at 7:45 a.m.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Sept.

30 that the Pentagon has selected Mississippi State University, LSU and Tuskegee for a training program to prepare future military officers; the schools will get resources to boost their officer preparation.

Portions of I-55 and nearby roads will be closed Sunday for demolition of the former MDPS tower + officials expect crews to work safely on the project, so drivers should plan alternate routes.

Agriculture and forestry leaders have petitioned Gov. Reeves for fuel relief amid rising diesel costs that have forced some logging operations to shut down.

The groups urge a special session to allow highway trucks use tax-free diesel for off-road equipment, following actions taken by other states.

A USDA inspection on Aug.

25 found Jackson Zoo had 16 animal care and enclosure violations including rodent waste + broken enclosures. Zoo officials must complete some corrections by Oct. 30 while other deadlines have already passed.

Doctors at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center stress early breast cancer detection by recommending yearly mammograms starting at age 40 (men may also need ultrasounds if they notice changes) and urge residents to check for new lumps and stay active to reduce risk.

Regions Bank donated $2.5 million to the UMMC cancer center in Jackson.

The donation will help improve patient care + upgrade treatment services.