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Hello Jackson! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Jackson streets are next after a $34 million paving push?
  • Why Jackson police obtained a warrant in this urgent missing-person search
  • How a $80M Metrocenter makeover could reshape life in West Jackson

Also on today's calendar: Noon Years Eve and 1 more event.

Find out what's happening in Jacksonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: I used to work in a doughnut shop. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Jacksonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 77 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 76, low: 61.
  • Friday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 76 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Late and millions over budget, Jackson completes Phase 1A street resurfacing (clarionledger.com) — Jackson has finally finished Phase 1A of its long-delayed street resurfacing project, but the work came in about 18 months late and more than $6 million over the original budget. City leaders now plan to spend over $34 million across three phases, funded largely by Jackson’s 1% sales tax and internet sales tax, to repave nearly 200 streets citywide.
   

2. Warrant issued in search for missing 81-year-old woman (wapt.com) — Jackson police are urgently searching the Baybury Lane area for 81-year-old Carol Ryan, a Jackson woman reported missing on Saturday under what investigators call suspicious circumstances. Multiple agencies are assisting, a warrant has been issued to search a nearby home and vehicles, and residents are asked to contact Jackson Police immediately with any information that could help locate her.
   

3. Metrocenter developer outlines future plans for the property (wlbt.com) — Developers are moving ahead with an $80 million plan to turn Jackson’s aging Metrocenter mall into a “mini-city” with 600 apartments, public safety services, and a clinic. Working with the City of Jackson and Ward 5’s councilman, crews are already fencing the site and preparing to replace water and sewer lines, with visible progress expected by late summer or early fall.
   

4. Medical Cannabis Advocates Want Higher Potency, ‘Right to Try' (mississippifreepress.org) — Medical cannabis advocates and patients packed a meeting at the Mississippi Capitol in Jackson to push for higher THC limits, easier card renewals, and a broader “right-to-try” option. Board members and physicians from around the state, along with Rep. Lee Yancey, debated safety, stigma, and how any changes could affect access for Jackson-area and statewide patients who rely on the program.
   

5. Goon Squad: ‘The Devil Come to Me' (mississippitoday.org) — Residents following Jackson-area justice issues will recognize this deep investigation into Rankin County deputies who tortured two Black men and the broader culture that enabled them, including earlier racist violence in Jackson. The story traces former deputy Christian Dedmon’s path from Pearl to the “Goon Squad,” exposes alleged systemic brutality, and highlights ongoing concerns that other officers tied to similar conduct still haven’t faced charges.
   

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    Saturday December 27
  • 2025 XJXN Soulabration
    Mississippi Coliseum, Livestock Barn (Dairy), 1207 Mississippi St, Jackson
    7:00 pm

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Other local events
    Wednesday December 31
  • Noon Years Eve
    Mississippi Children's Museum , 2145 Museum Blvd , Jackson
    10:00 am
  • Catfish Ball at Hal & Mal's
    Hal & Mal's , 200 Commerce St , Jackson
    8:00 pm
  • Happy Landing
    Duling Hall Live Music & Events , 622 Duling Ave Suite 206 , Jackson
    8:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My small white Maltese poodle fit out the house a little while ago in the Whispering Pines Subdivision off Raymond Road.
    She is very tiny maybe 5-7 lbs. Goes by the name Diva. Please call 6627531086 or 6627531353 if you find her. She was given to my granddaughter 12 yrs… (Nextdoor Wingfield /sj)
  • **UPDATE - Reunited!
    ** FOUND DOG Was running across Meadowbrook - I have safe in my backyard on Cherokee. Anyone recognize? No collar. (Nextdoor Meadowbrook Hills)
  • Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Jackson. Apply here.
  • Oracle posted a job opening for M&D Operations Planning Intern - OVIP in Jackson. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Jackson here.

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