Good morning, Jackson.

HOPE Credit Union held a ribbon cutting Tuesday morning for its new HOPE Economic Empowerment Center in Jackson, a vacant building repurposed to offer financial counseling and training that help local families and small businesses access affordable capital plus inspire neighborhood growth. CEO Bill Bynum said the center will help underserved communities gain the tools they need to achieve their business dreams.

Redeemer Community Development, affiliated with Redeemer Church, purchased the former Chastain Middle School property in Jackson and will expand its charter school while developing community spaces on the 21-acre site * including athletic fields and a gym to serve both Redeemer students and local residents.

Jackson mayor announced the grand marshal for the Christmas parade — the honoree is recognized for years of local service — and the event will feature traditional holiday activities that celebrate community pride.

Jackson Mayor John Horhn announced that Dr. Robert Smith will serve as the grand marshal at the Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Friday and parade on Saturday — the event will feature many family-friendly activities.

Yesterday, Ridgeland officials met at City Hall at 6 p.m. to begin the state-mandated review process for possibly removing fluoride from the water—this initial vote did not end its use but will start further public discussions and technical reviews.

Public Works Director Alan Hart noted that the meeting set in motion a series of steps, including an educational session with state health representatives, to determine the future of fluoridation.

At Tuesday morning's Jackson City Council meeting, Lanier High School's 2025 football team was honored with a proclamation for excellence in competitive performance.

The team finished 10-1—its first winning season since 2019, hosted a playoff game for the first time since 1986, and set school records for rushing yards and touchdowns while celebrating its 100th anniversary.

Ole Miss senior quarterback Trinidad Chambliss won the Conerly Trophy at a ceremony Tuesday night at the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame + Museum.

He led the Rebels to their best regular season record and became the 13th Rebel to win the award.

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.

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.

Cecily Wilborn Live Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — Mississippi Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience a Southern Soul party with music and dance in Jackson.

Happy Landing Live Performance

8-9:30 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Ticket prices vary — Experience an energetic folk rock concert from the rising band hailing from Oxford, Mississippi.