Good morning, Jackson.

CareCenter Ministries in downtown Jackson is preparing to serve Thanksgiving food boxes to 500 families impacted by the SNAP shutdown today at several apartment complexes and local youth clubs.

Volunteers delivered 500 turkeys on Friday and will distribute meals to the elderly, disabled, and needy to continue a long-standing community tradition.

Nearly 16,000 local families have been waitlisted for child care vouchers after federal pandemic funding ended, leaving centers like Agape Christian Academy in Jackson to cut staff + offer discounted tuition to support care.

The state is reviewing proposals while Gov. Reeves requested $1 million to expand access + stabilize services, but a solution has not yet emerged.

The Mississippi Museum of Art acquired a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed house in Fondren—adding a historic property to its collection.

Redeemer Church bought the former Chastain Middle School on Manhattan Road from Jackson Public Schools' Repurposing Initiative.

The 21-acre property with over 100,000 square feet of space will become the new home for Redeemer’s School and serve as a community hub—with a groundbreaking ceremony planned for mid-December.

The Mississippi Department of Human Services said remaining November SNAP benefits were issued to recipients with some balances available as early as Nov.

21—December benefits are expected to be issued on time after a 43-day interruption from a government shutdown that ended on Nov. 12.

Downtown Jackson Partners leader Elizabeth Brister proposed hiring a national consulting group to start a rapid rehousing program for Jackson's homeless during a Senate hearing Tuesday at the Capitol.

The program will cost about $1.4 million plus offer 12-month wrap around services to help participants gain self-sufficiency.

Work on the $59 million Flats at Fondren project will begin in January in Fondren, and it will add 234 high-end apartments — with one, two, and three bedrooms — to meet local housing needs.

Yesterday, Brave Nation held a pep rally at the Hilton Hotel on County Line Road for the Alcorn State University football team as fans wore purple and gold.

Today, the Braves will play the Jackson State University Tigers at Veterans Memorial Stadium at 2:30 p.m.

Downtown Jackson hosts the Soul Bowl today at 2:30 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Stadium as fans of Jackson State and Alcorn State gather for a big rivalry game, and local businesses report increased spending from visitors coming to town.

Ole Miss’ athletic director (Keith Carter) said an announcement on Lane Kiffin’s future will come on the Saturday after Egg Bowl, with reports linking him to openings at LSU and Florida (following recent firings at both schools).

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.

Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl in Jackson

4:30-9 p.m. — Library Lounge — 25% OFF with code UGLY25 — Don your ugliest sweater and enjoy a festive night of drinks and holiday cheer in Downtown Jackson.

Liam St. John Live Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Tickets $25.30 ($30.45 day of) — Experience an evening of blues and rock with 'The Voice' contestant Liam St. John.

Chess Class at Alexander Library

4-6:30 p.m. — Margaret Walker Alexander Library — Free entry — Explore the fundamentals and strategies of chess in a friendly environment.

Santa Zoo Station

10 a.m.–1 p.m. — The Jackson Zoo — Timed tickets required — A festive holiday extravaganza filled with crafting, photos with Santa, and family fun awaits.