Jackson hosts first ever dessert festival
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Many of you gathered in the capital city Sunday to listen to some good music and satisfy your sweet tooth at Jackson’s first ever dessert festival. “My friend girl knows I love sweets, so this is actually the perfect event for me. The music has been great. I’m pretty sure I’m on somebody’s...
CATHEAD JAM RETURNS TO JACKSON, MS JUNE 5-6, 2026!
JACKSON, MS (November 28, 2025) – Cathead Distillery, Mississippi’s first and oldest legal. distillery, proudly announces the return of Cathead Jam on Friday, June 5 & Saturday, June 6, 2026. The highly anticipated two-day festival will once again transform the distillery grounds into. a vibrant celebration of live...
10 Jackson, Mississippi kitchens locals say come closest to grandma’s cooking
If you have ever chased the taste of Sunday suppers and cast iron magic, Jackson has a plate waiting with your name on it. These kitchens serve rib sticking classics that whisper family stories and church potlucks with every bite. You will find gravy like velvet, cornbread with crackly edges, and smoke that clings to...
10 Mississippi Backwater Villages With Iconic Pie Spots
You are about to wander Mississippi backroads where quiet waterlines meet sweet traditions. These small towns hold pie counters that locals guard like heirlooms, and visitors whisper about once they taste a slice. The charm is simple, the welcome is warm, and the stories rise like steam off a fresh...
Jackson, MS Residents: Your Future Dogs Best Friend Awaits!
Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of jackson..
Ole Miss, MSU fans come together for Egg Bowl tradition
FLOWOOD, Miss. (WJTV) – In Flowood, fans packed into Buffalo Wild Wings on Friday to watch the 2025 Egg Bowl. The annual showdown between Ole Miss and Mississippi State brought out alumni and families across the state. For many fans, it’s about tradition, bragging rights and holiday fun. Fans said the rivalry runs...
Realtor Offers Advice For Listing Home in Winter Versus Spring
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Rashida Walker with W Real Estate discussed the pros and cons of listing homes for sale in the winter or spring. She said the winter has buyers who have to “buy now to move” and houses are moving in the Central Mississippi market. She said if you want to wait to list for sale in the spring, you...
Doctor Discusses How To Treat Burn Injuries
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -In our Fall Fire Safety series, Dr. Derek Culnan, the Medical Director at Baptist Burn Center, discusses what to do if someone is burned or injured in a fire. He shares what requires an emergency ambulance call, what to go to the hospital for treatment, and what you can treat at home.
Jackson, MS Forecast: Light Freezing Rain May Create Slick Spots Early Monday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Jackson, MS – The National Weather Service in Jackson is warning of a light freezing rain threat for northwest Mississippi on Monday morning, which could cause temporary icy conditions on bridges and...
Small businesses highlight the importance of shopping local
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Whether it’s finding the perfect unique holiday gift or shopping for a little self-care treat, local businesses in the metro area are here to help you on this Small Business Saturday. For the past 43 years, Pine Cone in Ridgeland has been offering unique finds...

















