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What can you expect at the 2024 Mississippi State Fair?
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Rides and vendors have arrived at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds for the 165th Mississippi State Fair. The 2024 Mississippi State Fair is scheduled to run Thursday, October 3 through Monday, October 14 in Jackson. “We’ll have over 100 food vendors, mostly local food vendors. And they’re looking forward to serving you […]
Jackson City Council approves Hotel O for demolition. See what Councilman Stokes said
After a 6-0 vote ordering the demolition of the Hotel O, Ward 3 Councilman Kenneth Stokes smiled and said: "Thank god," he told reporters after the Jackson City Council's Tuesday meeting. "What's taken place at Northside Drive and I-55 is a disgrace for the City of Jackson and the State of Mississippi." Located...
Members of Mississippi school community mourn death of 8th grader in ATV accident
Members of a Mississippi private school and community are mourning after an eighth-grader died in a tragic ATV accident this weekend. Students and staff of Simpson Academy are remembering the life of Ayden Temple, 13, who was involved in a crash while riding an ATV in the Ole Pearl community on Sunday, Sept. 22.
Terry residents concerned about garbage pickup changes
TERRY, Miss. (WJTV) – Terry residents will see changes when it comes to garbage collection at their homes. A public forum was held on Monday with residents, city leaders and Republic Services, which has been collecting garbage in Terry for the past 10 years. The new change will have the company picking up garbage only […]
National Folk Festival to hold kickoff event in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Officials with the National Folk Festival announced a special program will be held on November 16, 2024. The one-day kickoff event will provide a taste of what’s to come at the nation’s premier celebration of the artistic traditions of all Americans. It will feature an eclectic and dynamic program, ranging from […]
Part of Jackson street to be renamed after Hal White
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Jackson City Council voted to rename a portion of Pascagoula Street in honor of the late Hal White. The Jackson City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to rename part of the street. Hal’s brother, Malcolm White, said the renaming process has been ongoing since 2017. He said this will be […]
Belhaven residents upset with no notice of water outages
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Some Belhaven residents are concerned after their water was shut off for hours on end. Aerial Adams, who lives in the Jackson neighborhood, said this isn’t the first time she hasn’t been given a heads up when it comes to shut offs. “Honestly, this is the second time for me personally. […]
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