Happy weekend, Jackson! In today’s happening-today edition: New dining spots, a long-awaited pothole repair, and Juneteenth on Farish Festival + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Recognition for student support: Callaway and Jim Hill High Schools were named Military Star Schools for 2026–2028 by the Mississippi Department of Education, making all JPS high schools recognized for supporting military-connected students -- see the school honors.
New dining spots emerge: State health officials approved about 15 new food and drink permits around Jackson, including the new Beatty Street Blues Club downtown, plus a seafood restaurant, Clinton market, and dessert trucks -- browse the new openings.
Long-awaited road repair: Years of complaints later, Jackson will fix a 20-foot pothole on Lakewood Drive this week, boosting hope as Mayor John Horhn aims to repave 450 streets by 2027 -- see the pothole fix.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Easy lake reset: Need a change of scenery that still feels like Jackson? Goshen Springs Campground sits on the Rez with boat launches, piers, full-hookup RV pads, a swimming pool, and even a playground, so you can fish, grill, and lounge while pretending your inbox doesn't exist.
Need an oyster night? In Fondren, Saltine Restaurant nails the sweet spot between laid-back and legit, with icy-fresh oysters, Southern seafood plates, and craft cocktails that go down easy. Slide in this week before a Duling Hall show or when you want dinner to feel like a small win.
Swing smarter this week: The Country Club of Jackson makes practice feel purposeful with a top-notch facility and instructors who actually fix things. Sneak in a quick loop on the flexible Cypress nine, which can play as a fast par-3 setup, perfect for a lunch break reset.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🏃 Loop de LeFleur - MUTS Summer Fun Run @ LeFleur's Bluff State Park | Saturday (6/20) at 8:30 AM – Stretch your legs at MUTS' free fun run at LeFleur’s Bluff, a 3.75-ish mile loop around Mayes Lake, the Pearl River, and the swamps behind the Natural Science Museum. Rack up miles for four hours, then enjoy shade, bathrooms, burgers, hotdogs, and gate fee covered.
🐎 5 $300 added NBHA/BBR 5D barrels and MSPBA poles @ Rankin County Multipurpose Pavilion (Brandon) | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – If your idea of church is arena dirt and a stopwatch, NBHA/BBR 5D barrels and MSPBA poles are adding $300 to Open. Training, beginner, open, senior, and youth run, with 3D poles and an adult sidepot, so everyone gets turns, dust, and bragging rights.
🎭 Emotions at Play @ Mississippi Children's Museum | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Inside Out takes over MCM with Joy in Motion, a day of playful activities proving that moving your body, and connecting with your people, boosts happiness. Expect dance stations, feel-good games, and zero guilt about acting like a kid. MCM members get in free.
🎉 Juneteenth on Farish Festival @ Farish Street Neighborhood Historic District | Saturday (6/20) at 5:00 PM – Ready to celebrate freedom the Jackson way? The 10th Annual Juneteenth on Farish Festival brings neighbors back to the block with heritage, music, and good food, the kind of front-porch vibes where you run into your old teacher, your barber, and probably your cousin.
🎤 Steve Azar @ Mississippi Coliseum | Saturday (6/20) at 7:00 PM – Trade lawn duty for a night with Mississippi's own Steve Azar at the Mississippi Coliseum. Expect radio hits you actually remember, new tunes with Delta grit, and the kind of storytelling that pairs well with a cold one, comfy boots, and a babysitter.
📦 Book Packing Party @ Big House Books | Sunday (6/21) at 12:00 PM – Sunday afternoons call for doing something that actually matters, like packing free books for folks in Mississippi correctional facilities. Paperback donations are accepted then, with an accepted titles list to consult first, so think paperback over hardcover. Good deeds pair nicely with coffee.
🎥 Sunday Screening: "Caravan of Hope" @ Two Mississippi Museums | Sunday (6/21) at 2:00 PM – Nothing beats a free, hour-long documentary that actually teaches you something between errands. Caravan of Hope screens at the Two Mississippi Museums, tracing how WDIA and Mound Bayou rallied to save a symbol of Black resilience, followed by a chat with the filmmakers. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Jackson report Weather forecastToday — High: 87°F — Low: 74°F — Precip: 69%
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 11am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and noon, then showers and thunderstorms likely between noon and 1pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. Heat index values as high as 97. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 90°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 51%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. South southwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. This house is wildThis turn-key corner unit at Eastbrooke I blends airy interiors with easy-living perks. The main level features a spacious living area, bonus study or den, half bath, and an updated eat-in kitchen with granite and stainless steel. Upstairs, two generous bedrooms and two full baths offer comfort, while the private courtyard, clubhouse, pool, and gated setting add extra appeal.
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