Daily
Jackson
Sunday, November 30th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses are gearing up for Small Business Saturday, a tradition that has boosted shops since 2010. Manager Drew Mellon from Swell-O-Phonic in Fondren said they offer unique deals and special items while Flowood boutique Paper Doll prepares for a busy day after Black Friday. WAPT
- ➤ On Black Friday, shoppers filled the Renaissance at Colony Park in Ridgeland and local business owner Kendall Ellis said the strong crowd boosted sales—many local families began their holiday shopping early. FOX 40
- ➤ Local small businesses say shopping local can support job growth and boost the local economy — they urge community members to use local outlets to keep money in the community. WLBT News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Sounds Dyn-O-mite marched in New York City's Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday — drawing cheers from fans including Alcorn alumna Alisha Johnson, who said the performance inspires young artists. Sophomore clarinet player Lola Ngozi also noted that school band felt like a second home — giving students real opportunities to explore the fine arts. FOX 40
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi lawmakers are planning a new rule that will require hunters to use an app to report deer harvests—similar to the existing turkey system—to help track deer populations and chronic wasting disease. Some hunters worry that older users may have trouble with the new tech. Mississippi Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ AMR Central Mississippi helped five nursing home residents in Hinds County spend Thanksgiving with their families by giving free roundtrip rides through its Home for the Holiday program—Eula Gibson said she enjoyed spending time with her son, daughter, sister and grandchildren. Michael Gibson said his family was grateful for the service that allowed a loved one with limited mobility to join the celebration. FOX 40
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi State will try to spoil Black Friday for Ole Miss in the Egg Bowl scheduled for Friday at 11 a.m. on WLOX ABC—aiming to boost their bowl eligibility—while Lane Kiffin’s future with the Rebels remains unresolved. FOX 40
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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HEADCANNON Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Hal & Mal's — $15 — Experience an electrifying night with HEADCANNON and friends, featuring a unique tattoo pop-up.
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Cecily Wilborn Live Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Mississippi Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience a Southern Soul party with music and dance in Jackson.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The more complete the despair, the more complete the awakening.
~ Carl Jung
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