Businesses prepare for busy Valentine’s Day weekend
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - As this year’s Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday, businesses owners in the metro have been busy preparing for a weekend-long of celebrations. 3 On Your Side stopped by restaurants and a flower shop to speak with them about their preparations, and the crowds they were expecting to see.
‘Everyone loved the food, but everyone really loved him’: Customers line up one last...
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - It was a sunny and warm Friday afternoon as dozens of customers lined up outside of Crechale’s Cafe for one last meal - and one last memory. Family members announced the Highway 80 establishment was closing earlier this year after longtime owner Bob Crechale passed away.
Neshoba Central knocks off Canton to win Region 2-6A tournament title
Neshoba Central claimed a statement win and a Region 2-6A tournament title, after knocking off defending 5A state champion Canton 39-32 on Friday night. The Lady Rockets were in control for a majority of Friday night’s championship game and held an eight-point lead going into the fourth quarter. Canton...
Valentine’s Couple Dinner Experience
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Valentine’s Couple Dinner Experience offers full-course dining and mocktails.
Governor’s Arts Awards honor Mississippians who excel each year
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Mississippians who excel in the arts are honored with the annual Governor’s Arts Awards. They are recognized for performing, teaching, creating music, and craftsmanship. The 2026 recipients received one of the state’s highest honors. Four artists and the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra were...
Clinton Announces 2026 Spring Citywide Cleanup
The City of Clinton is preparing for its annual Spring Citywide Cleanup, scheduled for April 25 through May 2, 2026, and residents are encouraged to begin planning now to take part in this communitywide effort to keep Clinton clean and beautiful. As we look ahead to spring, it is worth...
Jackson Water Regional Authority Passes Mississippi House, With City Retaining Majority Control
Jackson’s water and wastewater systems may become governed by a regional authority under a bill passed by the Mississippi House this week, the first regionalization bill to survive that body since the Jackson water crisis began. Rep. Shanda Yates, I-Jackson, introduced H.B. 1677, the “Metro Jackson Water Authority...
Four New JPS Board Members to Lead Next Chapter for Beleaguered District
JACKSON — The Jackson City Council restored a quorum to the Jackson Public Schools Board of Trustees on Wednesday, unanimously confirming four new members who are charged with leading the district through a difficult stage in its history. In the midst of transitioning the school district into a third...
Clinton Public School District to hold teacher fair on February 17
The Clinton Public School District (CPSD) is looking to recruit new teachers for the 2026-27 school year. Anyone interested in signing up for the recruitment event can do so by visiting CPSD’s website at ClintonPublicSchools.com and clicking on the “Teacher Fair 2026” option at the top of the home page.
Jackson State’s Paige Hubert Named SWAC Bowler of the Year; Henderson, Washington Earn All-Conference...
Jackson State’s Paige Hubert was named SWAC Bowler of the Year, while teammates Faith Washington and Tiara Henderson earned first-team all-SWAC honors, as the conference announced its awards Thursday.

















