(JACKSON, Miss.) – According to the National Weather Service, an outbreak of severe thunderstorms is expected Saturday morning with damaging winds of up to 70 miles per hour. Tornadoes and large hail is also expected. Please see the following are weather preparedness tips: Prepare ahead of time, especially if you live in a low-lying area. … Continued
(Jackson, Miss.) – Monday, The City of Jackson announced that it will sponsor a Workforce Leadership Academy, a program designed to develop a local network of workforce development leaders to collaborate on solutions to common challenges. The Academy will be run in partnership with the Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program and is sponsored by the … Continued
(JACKSON, Miss.) – It’s the most wonderful time of the year here in Jackson as we invite everyone to partake in the holiday spirit with our production of Winter Nights & Magical Lights. This two-day event will showcase the City of Jackson’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, December 6th at 6:00 pm at City … Continued
(JACKSON, Miss.) – Jackson Meals Matter is partnering with Chefs for the Culture and the Love JXN campaign to provide 500 free meals to local Jackson youth during the Thanksgiving holiday break. This year, JPS students will be out of school for nine days, creating food insecurity for youth throughout the City of Jackson. For … Continued
(JACKSON, Miss.) – The Jackson Police Department held a graduation ceremony for its 58th Police Recruit Class, Friday, November 22nd at 10:00 am, at the Jackson Police Training Academy. During their 16 weeks at the academy, the graduating officers became the first Police Academy class to receive training on the Getac Body Worn Camera. Additionally, … Continued
Friday, Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba along with Ward 7 Councilman Aaron Banks and Solid Waste Manager, Lakesha Weathers urged residents to not illegally dump trash at the old Casa Grande Apartments after this site was found overrun with debris just one day following the City’s cleanup efforts. “I want to issue a challenge. The last … Continued
(JACKSON, Miss.) – Tuesday, AT&T kicked off its Believe Mississippi initiative with a commitment of $200,000 dedicated to organizations across the state that are battling food disparities. Of that, $50,000 will go to the Mississippi Food Network and $75,000 will go to Sow Reap Feed to fund a mobile food market, made possible in part … Continued
(JACKSON, Miss.) — The City of Jackson weather forecast for the coming week calls for low temperatures within the 20’s for Tuesday and Wednesday morning. The cold weather will have an effect on the City’s distribution system and may result in higher than normal water main failures. If citizens experience low water pressure or see … Continued
(JACKSON, Miss.) – Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba welcomed 25 students into the second class of the Mayor’s Youth Council during Monday night’s induction ceremony. “We’re here to celebrate the induction of our second class of the Mayor’s Youth Council which is about recognizing, not only the power but the intellect of our youth, and the … Continued
(JACKSON, Miss.) — The City of Jackson has launched its new website located at jacksonms.gov that aims to continually improve access to public services and information for the people of Jackson. The new, service-focused website is mobile-friendly, secured for user privacy protection, and makes accessibility a priority. The new website also better empowers those internally … Continued
