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Sunday, December 22nd, 2024
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Diocese of Jackson celebrated Sister Thea Bowman's contributions to faith and social justice with a new bronze statue at the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle. WAPT
- ➤ The Jackson Zoo hosts the festive Santa Zoo Station event, featuring holiday activities for families, available on Dec. 21 and 22 with $10 advance tickets required. WAPT
- ➤ Former NFL players, including Vernon Perry, hosted a giveaway for kids and families in need in Jackson, Mississippi, distributing signed jerseys, toys, and more. WAPT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A building on South Commerce Street in Jackson caught fire Saturday morning, with details pending from authorities. WLBT News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Jackson Medgar Wiley Evers Airport experiences its peak weekend with heavy travel ahead of Christmas, with AAA forecasting over 119 million people traveling for the holidays. WAPT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The New Orleans Pelicans are set to play the New York Knicks on Saturday at 7 p.m., with coverage on the new Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network and select providers. FOX 40
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Jackson Reptile Expo at Wahabi Shriners
The Jackson Reptile Expo offers a fascinating experience for herpetology enthusiasts, featuring a variety of reptiles and extraordinary creatures.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Whitney Houston
Experience a unique musical tribute to Whitney Houston performed by the Listeso String Quartet in an enchanting candlelit setting at the Old Capitol Museum.
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Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs. Jackson State Tigers Men's Basketball Game
This men's basketball game features Alabama A&M Bulldogs traveling to face Jackson State Tigers at the Lee E. Williams Athletics & Assembly Center.
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The Petty Things with Special Guest The Sharp Sisters
The Petty Things, a tribute band from Gulfport, Mississippi, deliver an authentic live performance of Tom Petty's music, featuring real instruments and harmonies from The Sharp Sisters.
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