Good morning, Jackson.

Residents and local non-profits removed debris and overgrowth near Lanier High School over the weekend and pressure washed the adjacent bridge on Wednesday — efforts that cleared pathways and improved safety for students.

A family of four at the state fair will pay about $84—$40 for entry, $20 for ride tickets and $24 for corn dogs—while vendors set food prices and fair officials note that free entry is offered weekdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Mississippi launched their 90th Anniversary Celebration at the Mississippi Museum of Art on Tuesday.

The year-long campaign will offer Blues by Starlight on Thursday & a STEM Symposium to honor its legacy and boost future service.

Jackson City Council delayed a vote on LeFleur Development LLC's option to buy a 93-acre parcel along the Pearl River for a casino resort that must offer extra amenities and await state law changes; the option expires Oct.

31.

Pope Leo XIV is recovering at Rome’s Gemelli hospital after surgery confirmed his lung adenocarcinoma (doctors are waiting for further tests to decide on treatment).

Mississippi Department of Health is updating its Comprehensive State Health Plan to improve access to care, address workforce issues and ensure system sustainability.

Stakeholder town halls are being held in Greenville, Hattiesburg and Jackson, with more meetings planned later.

Mississippi State Board of Health met Wednesday to highlight progress in cancer screening access, lower syphilis and pertussis cases, and work on a new tool for food recall searches (designed for smartphone use) during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Officials urged residents to get flu and COVID-19 vaccinations.

Mayor John Horhn said during his State of the City address that home values have increased 32% over the past year, while local realtor Tony Bahou noted that housing rates remain steady (possibly due to investor activity).

The mayor's office awaits clarification on the figures.