Health event at Camp Kamassa
CRYSTAL SPRINGS, Miss. (WJTV) – Camp Kamassa in Crystal Springs will host a free health event on December 13, 2025. Click here for more information.
Annual Holiday Giving Drive supports Children’s of Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The annual Holiday Giving Drive for Children’s of Mississippi has been set for December 17-19, 2025. The drive will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Kathy and Joe Sanderson Tower on the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) campus in Jackson. Online gifts from Children’s of...
City of Pearl names Public Safety Complex after Chief William E. Slade
The City of Pearl Board of Alderman and Pearl Mayor Jake Windham recently named the Pearl Municipal Public Safety Complex in honor of the late Pearl Police Chief William E. Slade. Officials say the recognition celebrates Slade's commitment to law enforcement in the Pearl community. Slade's forty-year career in law...
‘Mississippi’s Most Successful City’ Is A Lakeside Retiree Dream With Perfect Parks And Family...
Just north of the state capital of Jackson, the city of Madison, Mississippi, is a retiree's paradise. Based on U.S. Census Bureau data from the 2017 to 2021 American Community Survey, the city calls itself the "Beacon of Success" due to several factors. The data shows that 68.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or...
SWAC Drops Postseason Awards Ahead of Championship Game
Championship week starts with a bang. The SWAC just released its postseason awards. See who made the cut. The post SWAC Drops Postseason Awards Ahead of Championship Game appeared first on HBCU Gameday .
Former Canton alderman tied to bribery scheme seeks to postpone sentencing
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A former Canton city alderman tied to a nearly decade-old bribery scheme there is asking for his sentencing to be delayed. Andrew Grant recently filed a motion to continue his sentencing, saying he has brought on a new attorney to aid in the sentencing phase. “Due...
Ridgeland officials to consider removing fluoride from water
RIDGELAND, Miss. (WLBT) - Ridgeland officials could be taking the initial steps to remove fluoride from the drinking water. The mayor and Board of Aldermen are slated to meet on Tuesday, and according to a copy of that meeting’s agenda, the board is expected to consider a proposal to “initiate Step 1 of the MSDH...
Keeping local businesses in mind when Cyber Monday shopping
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - On a day like Cyber Monday, you might think of catching the deals at big retail stores, but what you might not know is that some local stores have websites and can really benefit when you purchase from them. Downtown Brandon is full of local businesses,...
“Candy Cane Lane” parade rolls at 10 a.m. on Dec. 6
Clinton residents of every stripe will turn out to enjoy the annual Clinton Chamber Christmas Parade, which this year rolls with a Candy Cane Lane theme. Get hooked into the festive fun, at 10 a.m. Saturday, December 6. Sweet treats will doubtless be a key part of decorations and costumes.
Jackson Fire Department launches 2025 Christmas Toy Drive
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Jackson Fire Department (JFD) kicked off their 2025 Christmas Toy Drive to help children in the capital city. Toys may be dropped off at any of the city’s 21 fire stations between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., now through December 18, 2025. Firefighters will also be collecting […]
