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Friday, December 27th, 2024
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jackson community organizations start an 11-day winter coat and accessories collection drive to aid those in need. WAPT
- ➤ Nancy Gaynor, through her nonprofit Grandparents Really Do Matter, provides support and resources to grandparents in Jackson who are the primary caregivers for their grandchildren, while also advocating for their unique challenges and needs. Mississippi Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house in southwest Jackson was completely destroyed after an early morning fire, with the fire department yet to provide further details. WAPT
CRIME NEWS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Miss Mississippi Becky Williams and Miss Mississippi's Teen Brooke Bumgarner are headed to Orlando, Florida to compete in the Miss America competition starting New Year's Eve, with hopes of claiming national titles. WLBT News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Bo Brown proposes a bill for the sixth time to mandate the development of a civics curriculum for junior high and high school students in Mississippi, aiming to improve civic knowledge and reduce juvenile crime. FOX 40
- ➤ Mississippi Rep. Bo Brown proposes a bill for the seventh time to mandate civics education curriculum for junior high and high school students, aiming to improve social skills and knowledge of government. WLBT News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Mississippi State Department of Health seeks a $4.8 million budget increase to initiate medical residency programs and enhance health insurance enrollment. Mississippi Today
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Florida A&M Rattlers vs Jackson State Tigers Women's Basketball
This women's basketball game features Florida A&M Rattlers taking on the Jackson State Tigers at the Lee E. Williams Athletics & Assembly Center.
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Late Night with Award-winning Comedian Rita Brent
Rita Brent, an accomplished comedian and military veteran from Jackson, MS, showcases her talents in this live performance at Duling Hall, highlighting her journey from music and military to standup comedy.
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King George and Marcellus the Singer Concert in Jackson
Enjoy a live musical performance by King George and Marcellus the Singer at the Jackson Convention Complex Center.
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