‘It’s Amazing!’ Performing Arts Program at Smilow Prep helps students shine
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Smilow Prep Middle Charter School is opening doors for students to explore their creative side. School leaders at the Jackson charter school say, this is the first year they have a performing arts program. “When I first started, I was very nervous. I didn’t think I would know anyone performing with me, but when […]
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Madison — Garden Soil & Booster Seats
Looking for some handy freebies around Madison, MS? This week, neighbors are offering useful items for families and gardeners alike. Check out what’s available below and see if something fits your needs!
WLBT FIRST ALERT FORECAST
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Cooler and breezy tonight, but a warm-up is on the way. Grab a light jacket Monday morning; it will be crisp and cool around 50 degrees. This is about on target for our average lows in early April. Monday is going to be a nice spring...
Mississippi Children’s Museum hosts annual Easter event
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Children’s Museum (MCM) hosted its annual Bunnies and Butterflies event on Saturday. “We have had face painting going on all day by ‘Art by Monet.’ We have activities going on in our exhibition hall where they’re making flower crowns, they’re making bookmarks. We have a live bunny, so we […]
City of Jackson, State Leaders Deliver Major Investments for Neighborhoods, Roads, Parks, and Cultural...
JACKSON, MS – The City of Jackson is set to receive more than 26 million dollars in state-funded projects that will improve streets, parks, neighborhood infrastructure, and key cultural institutions in the capital city and across Hinds County. These investments are part of SB 2189, the 2026 legislative projects bill, and reflect a productive partnership among city leaders, the Jackson legislative delegation, and state leadership.
Council to consider employment agreement for new Jackson Police chief
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Documents obtained by 3 On Your Side are revealing new details about a proposed employment agreement for Jackson’s new police chief. The Jackson City Council is expected to vote on Tuesday on the agreement between the city and Dr. RaShall Brackney. If approved, the agreement...
AMR Central Mississippi graduates ten newly trained EMTs
JANS – AMR Central Mississippi graduated ten candidates for certification as emergency medical technicians (EMTs) from the operation’s latest in-house paid course. After passing a mandatory national exam, each will become an EMT in the Hinds County EMS system. Eight will work full time at AMR with starting base pay of $41,200 per year plus overtime. The two other graduates work full time at the...
Salvation Army hosts Easter breakfast, service in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Salvation Army in Jackson celebrated Resurrection Sunday with a community breakfast before its Easter service. The meal included biscuits and gravy, bacon, eggs, and sausage. “Behind me are people eating breakfast. We have biscuits and gravy and bacon and egg and sausage. And we just...
Homeowner displaced after fire in Clinton
CLINTON, Miss. (WLBT) - A homeowner has been displaced after a fire in Clinton. According to the Public Information Officer of Clinton, Marlee Price, the Clinton Fire Department responded to the blaze around 7:18 a.m. on Monday in the 700 block of Lindale Road. Upon arrival, crews initiated fire suppression...
STEPPING UP TO SERVE: Last Call Sports Bar Collecting Donations for Jackson Homeless Outreach
Last Call Sports Bar is asking the community to help support people in need through a donation drive aimed at helping Jackson’s homeless population. The business has launched “Project Feed the Homeless” and is collecting donations through April 6 at its location on Ridgewood Road. Organizers are...
