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.
James Meredith’s One-Man ‘March Against Fear’
On June 5, 1966, James Meredith stepped out on a lone mission to walk 210 miles from Memphis to Jackson, Miss. in what he called the “March Against Fear.”
A Refreshed 2025 First Thursday In Fondren — and a New Screenprint Shop Location For Chane
Despite swearing "never again," Fondren entrepreneur Chane is bringing back the neighborhood's beloved First Thursday Block Party.
The Heist That Launched Jackson’s Quirkiest Pre-Parade Party
Wondering how a borrowed chef's coat, some fake mustaches, and a bit of sneaky jacket theft sparked Jackson's wildest pre-parade tradition?
Finding Your Way: Hal White’s Name Now Guides Visitors to Jackson Landmark
In a touching ceremony that brought together family, friends, and city leaders, downtown Jackson celebrated the dedication of "Hal White Way," honoring the late restaurateur whose establishment has been central to the…
Soul Sessions Podcast: Anna Traylor | Eudora Welty House & Garden
Think great writers are all serious business? Not in Jackson, where literary legend Eudora Welty left her mark with both brilliance and playful spirit!
God Wants Us to Eat Up: An Essay by THE Sweet Potato Queen®, Jill Conner Browne
There is no mystery a-tall as to why the Sweet Potato Queen Wannabe groups from around the world have fallen deeply in love with Jackson: All of our Basic Food Groups (sweet…
From Blues Trail to Parade Route: Jesse Robinson Celebrated with Dual Honors in Historic Week
The Mississippi blues scene celebrates a living legend as Jesse Robinson receives two of its highest honors in a single remarkable week.
Bringing the Fire to Iron Horse Grill: Chef Pierre Pryer
Chef Pierre Pryer Sr.’s first cooking encounter with Tex-Mex cuisine came when he crossed the border from dishwasher to line cook at the Iron Horse Grill.
Jackson Change-Agent: Ronnie Crudup, Jr.
Ronnie Crudup Jr. always had a fondness for religion, but it did not take him to the pulpit.
Soul Sessions Podcast: Amanda FitzGerald | JXN Food & Wine
On today's show, we're dishing with Amanda FitzGerald from The Local Palate about the much-anticipated JXN Food & Wine Festival, where over 30 chefs from across the South will bring their unique…
Tre Williams is a Proud Lover of the City With Soul
Hip-hop hook singer turned soul and R&B hit-maker Tre Williams is a Daytona Beach, Florida baby, but he is one of Jackson’s bonus children.
Soul Sessions Podcast: Eddie Wright | Eddie Wright BBQ
Sometimes losing your tech job leads you straight to your calling – just ask the man who turned his weekend hobby into Jackson's hottest food truck.
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