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.
The Big Apple Inn is a Time Capsule of Civil Rights Food and Connection
The story of the Big Apple Inn is more than complicated.
Chefs Across Generations: Geno Lee and Simms Powell
In Jackson, Mississippi, a fourth-generation restaurant owner and a 15-year-old culinary prodigy prove that passion for food knows no age—and their unexpected friendship reveals just how much they have in common.
Horhn Named Grand Marshal of 2026 Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade
Jackson is nationally known for hosting one of the country's greatest St. Paddy's Day celebrations, and this year the committee has announced the theme of "Stars, Stripes, and Shamrocks" to bridge the…
Civil Rights Profile: Hezekiah Watkins
One can say Hezekiah Watkins' pursuit of Civil Rights has come full circle, and it all began when he was just a 13-year-old boy growing up in a quiet neighborhood in Jackson.
Where to Find Warming Winter Cocktails in Jackson MS
When winter arrives in Jackson, the city's bars respond with cocktails designed to bring warmth, comfort, and a little indulgence to chilly evenings.
Good Food Without the Flash: Jon Lansdale
For nearly two decades, Chef Jon Lansdale has been a steady, grounded presence in Jackson's food scene.
Guide to Run the Rainbow for Childrens Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k and 5k
The 4th annual Run the Rainbow takes place Saturday, March 21, 2026, combining St. Patrick's Day celebration with fundraising for Children's of Mississippi—the state's only children's hospital. The race starts and finishes…
Soul Sessions Podcast: JXN, A Culinary Town, featuring Nick Wallace, Hunter Evans, Enrika Williams and More
On today's season six opener, we're celebrating what makes Jackson's food scene unlike anywhere else through the voices of the chefs, restaurateurs and the food makers who bring it to life.
New Restaurants in Jackson: From BBQ Smoke to Piano Bar Jazz
From old school staples like pig ear sandwiches to Michelin recognized nouveau cuisine, Jackson's dining scene continues to evolve.
A Jackson Playdate: Mississippi’s Largest Playground
LeFleur's Bluff State Park in Jackson features Mississippi's largest playground—30,000 square feet of accessible play with 80+ activities for families visiting the City With Soul.
Get Ready to Saddle Up: The 2026 Dixie National Rodeo is Coming to Jackson
The largest rodeo east of the Mississippi River is gearing up for another spectacular year, and Jackson is about to become the epicenter of country music and world-class rodeo action.
Jackson’s Coziest Winter Restaurants
Winter in Jackson invites a slower pace, where cool evenings become perfect excuses to linger over good food in warm, welcoming spaces. Here are four restaurants where comfort, quality, and atmosphere come…
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