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Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson said this year's Mississippi State Fair was a success even though about 481,399 people attended from Oct. 2 to Oct. 13, compared to higher numbers in recent years — he added that next year's fair will be bigger and better to boost turnout. FOX 40
- ➤ Attorneys in Jackson will celebrate National Pro Bono Week this weekend by providing free legal help to those who cannot afford counsel. Alison McMinn of Forman Watkins said local legal service groups have partnered to vet cases and ensure proper representation—covering family and criminal matters. FOX 40
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jackson will host the 2025 National Folk Festival from November 7 to 9 with over 300 performers on six stages. The free event will open Friday at 6 p.m.—with shows starting by The Campbell Brothers and headliners like Bobby Rush and the Sonic Boom of the South—and will mark the first time Mississippi hosts this century-old festival. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Shaniqua Rodgers, a fourth-grade English teacher at Midtown Public Charter School, was honored for the second time with the Alyce Clarke Award for her outstanding teaching — Principal Patrick Edmond said she is one of the highest performing teachers and her students enjoy learning games in her engaging classes. WAPT
- ➤ The Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning board approved a plan to form a Search Advisory Constituency to advise Jackson State University's presidential search after calls for greater transparency following Marcus Thompson's resignation. Cunningham and Commissioner Al Rankins will submit a list before Nov. 20 so the advisory group—made up of up to 15 stakeholders—can offer input during the search process. Mississippi Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality granted a Title V permit to Drax’s Amite BioEnergy facility in Gloster on Wednesday, reclassifying it as a major source of air pollution. Residents raised concerns about health impacts from noise, smells, and dust — while local officials and company representatives said recent upgrades have improved compliance and safety. FOX 40
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school football week 8 on Friday featured several tough matchups—MRA beat Parklane 49 to 24, Jackson Academy won 55 to 8 over Madison St. Joseph, Oxford edged Germantown 43 to 42 in overtime, and West Jones defeated Terry 28 to 19 while other teams posted key wins in close contests. WLBT News
- ➤ WLBT and Gray Local Media announced an expanded broadcast reach of New Orleans Pelicans games for the 2025-26 season—DIRECTV streaming, satellite and U-verse customers in Jackson can now watch non-national games on GCSEN. The Pelicans begin their season on October 22 when they play the Grizzlies at 7 p.m., and the game will be simulcast on WLBT 3.3 and GCSEN. FOX 40
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Toast: Mimosa Festival
1-6 p.m. — The Plant — Tickets available on the website — Celebrate flavor and community at Jackson's inaugural mimosa festival with music, food, and curated cocktails.
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Park After Dark
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Mississippi Children's Museum — $12 — Enjoy a spooky evening with games, crafts, and a costume parade at two award-winning museums.
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Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Old Capitol Museum — Tickets selling fast — Experience Halloween classics performed by the Listeso String Quartet under candlelight.
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Jordy Searcy Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Ticket prices not listed — Experience intimate storytelling through Jordy Searcy's journey of love and music.
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The Arcadian Wild Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting blend of indie folk and pop from Nashville's The Arcadian Wild.
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2025 Black Men's Wellness Day
7 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Jackson Medical Mall — Free services — Celebrate health and wellness with free screenings, entertainment, and activities for the whole family.
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2025 Harvest Festival
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum — $10 for ages 3 and up — Experience live demonstrations showcasing Mississippi's agricultural heritage and enjoy rides for just $1 each.
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Mistletoe Marketplace
5 PM – 5 PM — Mississippi Trade Mart — Cost varies — Explore a festive holiday shopping experience with local artisans and vendors.
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The Pinot Project Wine Dinner
6-8 p.m. — Amerigo Italian Restaurant — Price not specified — Indulge in a delightful four-course dinner paired with exquisite wines from The Pinot Project.
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Victory Mississippi Kickoff Championship 2025
7:00 a.m. — 1207 Mississippi St, Jackson, MS — Cost info not specified — Witness the excitement of the Victory Mississippi Kickoff Championship cheerleading competition.
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