Good morning, Jackson.

Residents met Wednesday at the Heritage Building on Capitol Street to share ideas for renovating neighborhoods through improved transit and development.

The session featured design sketches and sticky-note feedback for plans including grocery stores, entertainment venues, and a new JSU football stadium (pending review by city leaders).

Gov. Tate Reeves announced a more than $100 million investment to boost economic development, infrastructure, workforce training, tourism & conservation across Mississippi.

Grants from several agencies will fund projects including upgrades to West Rankin Industrial Park and the Mississippi River Inland Port Complex.

Michael Cormack, who led Project 75 at JPS, resigned on Dec.

8 and will become CEO of KIPP Atlanta Schools on March 16. He improved test scores and graduation rates during his tenure, contributing to lasting academic gains.

Mississippi’s State Superintendent Dr. Lance Evans said he supports easing restrictions on transferring students between public schools while requiring private schools receiving public funds to take the same tests, and lawmakers will revisit school choice rules in January in Jackson.

Experts warn that rising premiums may push 200,000 Mississippians off Marketplace plans — if Congress does not extend enhanced subsidies — and steer them toward short-term plans that offer less coverage and risk high out-of-pocket costs.

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.