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 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.
Derek Emerson To Launch New Restaurant Concepts at The District at Eastover
Jackson chef Derek Emerson, known for his award-winning culinary legacy at Walker’s Drive-In, and his restaurants Caet and Local 463, is ushering in a new era of casual dining with three unique…
Rhythm of Home: John Hart Geary
John Hart Geary has taken a winding path, one that led from Jackson to Nashville and eventually brought him back home. It’s clear his creative roots were always here.
Soul Sessions Podcast: Maya Kyles | Musician
On today's show, we talk with Maya Kyles, a dynamic drummer and Jackson native who's carved out her own space in the city's vibrant music scene.
Country Vibes, Grandmother’s Warm Hug: Sippsi Good Tea
Sippsi Good Tea isn’t just about flavor—it’s about memory, place, and Southern tradition in a cup.
Soul Sessions Podcast: Gerry Wilson | Author
On today's show, we’re sitting down with Jackson author Gerry Wilson, who published her first novel at age 82.
Summer Heat? No Sweat with These Cool Jackson Activities for Kids
Summer in Jackson can bring the heat—but that doesn't mean the fun has to stop.
Woolworth Sit-In was the Most Violent of More Than 300 Sit-Ins to End Segregation
On May 28, 1963, three young activists staged a sit-in at the whites-only Woolworth’s counter in downtown Jackson—an act met with brutal violence and national attention.
Bass Lines and Lifelines: Raphael Semmes
From childhood jam sessions to international stages, Raphael Semmes has been shaping Jackson’s jazz scene for decades.
JUNETEENTH IN JACKSON
Jackson, Mississippi, honors Juneteenth with events that celebrate freedom, Black culture, and the triumphant spirit that defines the City With Soul.
Soul Sessions Podcast: Michelle McAdoo | Mississippi Blues Trail, Chicago Blues Festival and Jesse Robinson
On today's show, we’re celebrating the roots and rhythms of Mississippi blues and its powerful connection to the Chicago Blues Festival with Visit Mississippi’s Michelle McAdoo.
Highland Village: Jackson’s Beloved Shopping and Gathering Destination
Highland Village blends Jackson’s local roots with a fresh mix of shopping, dining, and community events.
This website use cookies to enhance your visitor experience. Learn More
Quick Search
Full Search