Jackson's music and museums, festivals and events, art and artists, and chefs and restaurants have plenty to say about a city on the move.
Jackson’s DIY Music Scene Thrives With Noise, Punk and Zines
Jackson's DIY music scene encompasses a wide range of alternative genres, including punk, metal, noise and hardcore, as well as independent publications like zines, with local organizers hosting traveling artists.
Kamel King’s Mission: Keeping Mississippi Talent at Home
Entertainment attorney Kamel King, son of legendary promoter Lee King, is on a mission to keep Mississippi's musical talent from being exploited by outside industry players.
Lanier High School’s Centennial History
There is a pride about Lanier High School that is unmatched.
From Teen Dreams to Guitar Paradise: Patrick Harkins’ Musical Journey
Patrick Harkins transformed his teenage dream of owning a Gibson Les Paul into Fondren Guitars, Jackson's premier destination where vintage instruments hang like art pieces and music education thrives.
Building on Legacy: Mary Sanders and Damien Cavicchi’s Investment in Jackson’s Future
When Mary Sanders Ferriss Cavicchi and Damien Cavicchi decided to take over two of Jackson's most beloved institutions—Campbell's Bakery and Hal & Mal's—it wasn't just a business decision. It was a bet…
Soul Sessions Podcast: Sade Meeks | Growing Resilience in the South (GRITS)
On today's show, we're talking with Sade Meeks, a registered dietitian and founder of Growing Resilience in the South—GRITS—an organization fighting for food justice here in Mississippi.
Jackson MS Set to Host Epic HBCU Marching Band Championship This Labor Day
Mississippi's capital city welcomes the renowned HBCU Labor Day Classic for the first time on August 31, 2025, featuring ten outstanding university marching bands at Veterans Memorial Stadium.
From Abandoned to Inspiring: The Riverside Collective Story
On the corner of Daniel Lake Boulevard and Terry Road in South Jackson, amid a landscape of shuttered businesses, a remarkable transformation has taken root.
Opera Mississippi Celebrates 80 Years with “An American Tapestry” Season
Opera Mississippi proudly unveils its landmark 80th season under the inspiring banner "An American Tapestry: A Season of Sound and Spirit."
New Stage Theatre Celebrates 60 Years With a Dazzling Season of “Diamond Magic”
New Stage Theatre in Jackson, Mississippi proudly unveils its 60th Anniversary Season—Diamond Magic: Theatre That Sparkles—with a brilliant lineup of comedy, drama, and unforgettable musical theatre.
La Presa Taqueria Coming to Highland Village This Fall
Highland Village welcomes its newest dining destination this fall with La Presa Taqueria, an elevated Mexican restaurant from Alex Eaton, owner of Jackson favorite Aplós Simple Mediterranean.
Guide to JXN Football Season 2025
Football fans, rejoice! Jackson State University, Belhaven University, and Millsaps College are gearing up for three exciting schedules this 2025 season.
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