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Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Family and friends in Jackson held a celebration honoring former ACLU president Crystal Welch, remembering her dedication to social justice and care for children through heartfelt tributes and music (a night full of cheer that reflected her spirit). FOX 40
- ➤ The RECH Foundation held a Christmas toy drive Sunday at New Hope Baptist Church to uplift children whose parents are incarcerated. Volunteers in festive attire helped distribute gifts and bring a joyful holiday spirit to families in Jackson. FOX 40
- ➤ One Voice is set to turn the former Marshall Elementary on Oak Forest Drive into a resilience hub offering shelter, health care, and job training for up to 60 families or 120 individuals. Construction will begin next year as community meetings shape the project & fundraisers support cleanup. WAPT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses are welcoming last-minute holiday shoppers today as stores offer special deals and extended hours (many shoppers search for unique gifts downtown). WLBT News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new mural titled Justicia was unveiled today in downtown Jackson to celebrate local heritage and inspire community pride. The artwork, created by local artists, is now on public display for residents to view. WLBT News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Holiday travel at Jackson Airport remains steady today, with scheduled flights and regular check-ins keeping operations smooth ahead of Christmas. Local officials report no major delays despite an increased number of passengers. WLBT News
- ➤ Soybean farmers battled high costs and trade uncertainty this year but are relying on a $12 billion federal bailout and crop diversification for a stronger 2026 — a plan that offers new hope for local agriculture. Mississippi Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After Mississippi rose from 49th to 9th in fourth-grade reading scores due to reforms like science-based instruction & enhanced literacy coaching, education leaders statewide now study its approach. State officials credit consistent early literacy efforts for the turnaround as a model for boosting reading skills. WAPT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City leaders are asking community groups to help maintain Jackson parks — a plan to counter a $30 million budget shortfall — by offering up to $2,500 for basic upkeep, and they are also working to safely remove dead trees from Jamie Fowler Boyll Park to boost safety. This move comes during recent council discussions. FOX 40
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 6 Ole Miss beat Tulane 41-10 in its first College Football Playoff game, led by Head Coach Pete Golding and a record-setting 20-yard touchdown run from Kewan Lacy. The Rebels will face Georgia in the Sugar Bowl on New Year's Day at 7 p.m. FOX 40
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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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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.
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Headcannon Live Performance
10 PM – 1 AM — Martin's Downtown — $10 cover — Experience the energetic punk sounds of Headcannon with light-hearted audience interaction.
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Electronically Speaking Featuring Local Artists
10 PM - 1 AM — Martin's Downtown — $ — Experience a night of electronic beats with Starita, Scrap Dirty, and more.
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