Daily
Jackson
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Contractor Wishaund Hopson is renovating a vacant house on Princeton Street with help from the Jackson Youth Build program to give local teens and young adults trade skills for rebuilding West Jackson neighborhoods. The project will continue through January — participants earn a $400 stipend every two weeks through a Department of Labor grant. FOX 40
- ➤ Marine Corps veteran Brandi Lago, who now lives in Brandon near her grandchildren, comes from a family with three generations of military service including her mother Darlene Churchfield and her daughter Sasha Alisha Butler. Their service in the armed forces—dating back to the 1950s—continues a legacy of dedication in Jackson. FOX 40
- ➤ The Salvation Army food pantry in Jackson is struggling to meet increased demand after partial SNAP benefits resumed, leaving bins empty and forcing the purchase of food from grocery stores—nonprofit groups are hosting food drives to help replenish supplies for residents facing higher grocery costs. WAPT
- ➤ Contractors and youth in the Jackson Youth Build program are renovating vacant houses in West Jackson—contractor Wishaund Hopson is leading work on a Princeton Street home using new building techniques while training young workers to earn trade skills. The program pays participants a $400 stipend every two weeks from a Department of Labor grant, and projects will continue through January as Hopson plans to complete the house in three months. WLBT News
- ➤ Cal-Maine Foods donated over 10,800 dozen eggs to Mississippi Food Network — a large food contribution that supports Extra Table and helps feed local families as the holidays approach. Agriculture and Commerce Commissioner Andy Gipson and local leaders urged businesses and Mississippians to lend support amid ongoing financial challenges. WAPT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ JXN Water kept operations running smoothly at Cathead Distillery—providing a reliable water supply that supported steady production and met local demand in Jackson. The dependable service helped the distillery maintain quality output amid business challenges. WLBT News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A report from the Institutions of Higher Learning board showed that enrollment at Mississippi public universities increased by 2.7% this fall compared to last year, with The W gaining 2,371 students for its largest growth in over a decade and Delta State increasing by 5.2%—including a 38% jump in freshman numbers. The report also noted mixed results for historically Black universities, with Jackson State rising by 2.2% while Alcorn State saw a small decline, prompting plans to improve student retention and outreach for the upcoming class. FOX 40
- ➤ Callaway High School Men's Chorale performed on Veterans' Day to honor military veterans in Jackson — the group sang at a local ceremony that recognized the sacrifices of those who served. Their performance offered a heartfelt tribute that brought the community together. WLBT News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A SmartAsset study finds Mississippi families pay $19,178 to raise a child, the lowest cost in the nation—even though expenses increased 9.9% since 2024. The study reviewed costs for housing, food, child care, health care, and transportation across all 50 states. WAPT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hinds County Board of Supervisors honored veterans on Veterans Day with a wreath ceremony held Tuesday morning at the Hinds County Circuit Courthouse on Pascagoula Street in Jackson. The event featured four wreath dedications, a 21-gun salute and remarks from Master Sgt. Luis Vargas + Maj Gen. Rueben Jones in collaboration with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. WAPT
- ➤ Court documents show that many Jackson residents have struggled with high JXN Water bills and shut-off notices, leaving families unable to cover reconnection costs. A hearing is scheduled for Thursday—officials will review proposed rate increases and help customers set up payment plans. WLBT News
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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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