News From Visit Jackson and Our Partners

Feb 19, 2025

Mississippi Blues Marathon Runs 18th Year in Jackson

The Mississippi Blues Marathon returns for its 18th year, with final preparations announced today at a press conference at the…

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Feb 13, 2025

Brister to Lead DJP

Downtown Jackson Partners has appointed Liz Brister as president of the organization, effective February 1, 2025. Brister brings fresh leadership…

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Jan 31, 2025

Greater Belhaven Foundation Awarded $440,000 MDOT Grant to Construct New Multi-Use Trail on Peachtree Street

On Tuesday, January 28th, MDOT announced the largest grant award ever received by the Greater Belhaven Foundation. Through the Transportation…

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Jan 28, 2025

The City With Soul Meets The Big Apple

Visit Jackson, in partnership with Visit Mississippi, Visit Oxford, and Coastal Mississippi, helped bring Mississippi’s culinary excellence to the heart…

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Jan 28, 2025

Jack’s to Open First JXN Location

Jack’s Family Restaurants (Jack’s), a quick-service restaurant celebrated for its beloved menu, introduces its signature flavors to Jackson with new…

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Jan 23, 2025

Jackson State University unveils Enhancements to Historic COFO Building

Jackson State University’s Margaret Walker Center and Office of Community Engagement unveiled their latest beautification project in the historic West…

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Jan 22, 2025

Hunter Evans Nominated for Beard Best Chef South 2025

Hunter Evans, Executive Chef of Elvie's at Belhaven Town Center, has been named a semifinalist for Best Chef South in…

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Jan 14, 2025

Visit Jackson, alongside the Jackson Redevelopment Authority (JRA), Downtown Jackson Partners (DJP) and the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) Welcomed Legislators

Visit Jackson linked arms with Jackson Redevelopment Authority, Downtown Jackson Partners and the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority to welcome Mississippi…

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Jan 7, 2025

Visit Jackson Unveils 2025 Tour Guide

Today, Visit Jackson unveiled the official 2025 JXN Tour Guide, aimed at inspiring both visitors and locals to explore the…

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Dec 11, 2024

Free People to Open at Highland Village

Specialty women’s clothing brand Free People has opened its doors in Highland Village. A brand defined by femininity, curiosity and…

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Dec 9, 2024

Visit Mississippi Unveils 2025 Rose Parade Float, Celebrating the Birthplace of America’s Music and Honoring Mississippi’s Legendary Kings

Visit Mississippi proudly unveils its float design for the 136th Rose Parade presented by Honda, taking place Wednesday, January 1…

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Nov 25, 2024

Mississippi Museum Of Art Appoints Chase Brandon Quinn As Creative Director & Curator Of Special Projects

Mississippi Museum of Art has appointed Chase Brandon Quinn as its inaugural Creative Director and Curator of Special Projects effective…

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