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Jackson
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in West Jackson have raised concerns about overgrown vacant houses and illegal dumping—issues that are blighting their neighborhood. Local residents such as Louise Moore have document the decay and plan to contact local officials for cleanup. FOX 40
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Several Mississippi restaurants received Bib Gourmand honors in the MICHELIN Guide—inspectors recognized 50 eateries for great food at good value during a ceremony on Oct. 3—and two metro spots include Elvie’s in Jackson and Sacred Ground Barbecue in Flora. Pulito Osteria in Jackson was named as one of the American South’s 2025 Recommended Restaurants. WAPT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi Move launched its Roll 2 The Polls program today to offer free rides for voters while Mississippi Engage and B&B Barbecue serve hot lunch plates starting at 1 p.m.—one plate per person for anyone with an I Voted sticker until supplies run out. WAPT
- ➤ Law enforcement agencies will secure the 82nd National Folk Festival in downtown Jackson by deploying officers to patrol festival grounds and block roads for traffic management. Capitol Police — along with Jackson Police and Hinds County Sheriff’s Department — will check vehicles and soon unveil a network of security cameras to help keep attendees safe. FOX 40
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Tate Reeves announced a plan to help rural Mississippians get quality health care. The state submitted a plan with six parts to boost both in-person and telehealth services, and the Governor’s Office will work with state health agencies—efforts are expected to provide reliable care to all rural residents by 2031. WAPT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Ole Miss sits at No. 6 in the College Football Playoff poll with three games left in the regular season — a ranking that puts them in a strong position for a national championship shot if they win their key matchups. The Rebels must secure victories against Citadel, Florida, and Mississippi State — wins that are crucial to keeping their playoff hopes alive. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ Ole Miss with an 8-1 record rose to No.6 in the AP College Football Playoff Rankings after Tuesday's update - one position higher than before. WLBT News
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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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YFN Lucci & Friends Concert
11 PM - 4 AM — 105 E Pascagoula St, Jackson, MS — Tickets required — Experience a night of dope music and unforgettable performances with YFN Lucci and his friends.
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12Ks for the Holidays 2025
7:30 AM — Cedars — Cost details not provided — The merriest race in town returns to Jackson for a festive 12K run.
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Mustache The Band Concert
9-10:30 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $25.30 ADV | $30.45 DOS — Experience 90s country hits with Mustache The Band and enjoy giveaways of fun mustaches.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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