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.
Converge clinic opens at Jackson Medical Mall
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A new clinic, dedicated to reproductive health, opened at the Jackson Medical Mall on February 12, 2026. Founded by Converge Access, the GetPersonal clinic offers services including STI testing and treatment, contraceptive care, and patient-centered counseling. The new clinic offers free or...
‘This was really bad, even for me to see’: Former JPD officer gets life...
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A former Jackson Police officer will spend the rest of his life behind bars after being convicted of killing his ex-boyfriend. On Friday, Judge Faye Peterson sentenced Marcus Johnson to life in prison for first-degree murder, and 10 years for shooting into an occupied dwelling. “I’ve...
New details on ‘suspicious notes’ found on Hinds County courthouses, other downtown buildings
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Authorities are investigating suspicious notes left on multiple downtown Jackson buildings, including both Hinds County courthouses, Thalia Mara Hall, and a Roman Catholic church. Sheriff Tyree Jones said investigators are looking for a suspect wanted for vandalizing several downtown buildings...
Brookhaven native, MSA student earns full-ride scholarship
A Brookhaven native and student at the Mississippi School for the Arts has received a full-ride scholarship to Belhaven University. Best-selling author Angie Thomas surprised senior Stephanie Hartmann with the […]
