Jackson Area Unemployment Increases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Hinds County increased recently.

City Of Jackson To Celebrate Fourth Of July Holiday With Fireworks Display On July 3

This Year’s Event will be Held in Partnership with Hinds County Supervisors; Fireworks Display Will Begin at Nightfall.

Hinds County Likely To Miss Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Jackson area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Statement Regarding Juneteenth Becoming A Federal Holiday In City Of Jackson

'I am committed to the work that still lies ahead.'

City Of Jackson June Roll-Off Dumpster Day Rescheduled To June 26

Residents may bring household furniture, small appliances and accessories for disposal.

Jackson Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

Hinds County's unemployment rate is higher than the Mississippi average.

Hinds County Sheriff's Office Partners With Jobs For Jacksonians To Recruit Detention Officers On June 9

Job Fair to be Held at Tougaloo Community Center Beginning at 9:00 a.m.

City Of Jackson Announces Changes To Voting Precincts For Upcoming 2021 Municipal Elections

No changes have been made to Ward 2 or Ward 7. These voting precincts will remain the same.

The Department Of Municipal Clerk Announces Absentee Voting For The June 8th General Election In Jackson

Absentee Voting Available until June 5th.

United States Department Of Agriculture To Host Virtual Job Fair Through Jobs For Jacksonians On June 2

This event will serve as a great opportunity for recent graduates, graduate students, current college seniors and college graduates.

Mayor Lumumba Issues Update To Safe Recovery Jackson Executive Order

Please find complete updated order posted at www.jacksonms.gov.

Minact Logistical Services To Recruit Through Jobs For Jacksonians

Full Time Positions: Supporting Nissan Manufacturing with Forklift Drivers and Material Handlers.

Department Of Public Works Announces Street Closure To Complete Belhaven Creek Improvement Project In Jackson City

Two One-Day Street Closure Events Scheduled for Next Week.

Update Regarding Jackson Maddox Well Water System Disruptions At Siwell & Tv Roads

Public Works Crew & Contractors Onsite; Precautionary Boil Water Advisory to Be Expanded.

The Department Of Municipal Clerk Announces Absentee Voting For The June 8 General Election

Absentee Voting Available until June 5th.

The Digital Divide: How Jackson Area Compares In Internet Usage

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Jackson area compares.

Jackson Office Of Municipal Clerk Releases Information Regarding Upcoming Democratic Primary Run-Off Election On April 27

The last day to vote by absentee ballot is Saturday, April 24, 2021, at 12:00 (noon).

Jackson Department Of Parks And Recreation Dedicates New Kingston Frazier Memorial Splash Pad

Newly Dedicated Splash Pad to Open on April 16, Weather Permitting.

City Of Jackson Announces Changes To Voting Precincts For Upcoming 2021 Municipal Elections

Precinct #90 (formally Woodville Elementary School) voting will now be conducted at Christ Tabernacle Church located at 1201 Cooper Road.

2021 Precinct Changes In Jackson City

Signs and directions will be posted for your convenience.

Mayor Lumumba Further Extends Curfew Order For Jackson Youth

The action is intended to help protect the health and safety of all Jackson residents.

Statement Regarding Mask Mandate From City Of Jackson Mayor

'The continued evidence of Covid-19 variants supports this recommendation.'

City Of Jackson Voting Precinct Changes & Absentee Voting Details For 2021 Municipal Elections

The last day to vote by absentee ballot for the April 6th Municipal Primary Election is April 3rd at 12:00 p.m.

Mayor Lumumba Extends Curfew Order For Jackson Youth

The action is intended to help protect the health and safety of all Jackson residents.

City Of Jackson Announces Municipal Election Poll Workers Training

Listed below are the following dates and times of the training classes.

City Of Jackson Update – City Hall & Other City Offices Reopened On February 22

Low and no water pressure is still impacting residents across Jackson, but we are continuing to see progress.

City Of Jackson Water Distribution Locations

The City of Jackson has arranged for water distribution at below locations.

Mayor Lumumba Extends Proclamation Of Civil Emergency In Jackson City

The Proclamation of Civil Emergency is effective immediately and shall remain in effect until rescinded or superseded.

Jackson City Offices To Remain Closed, Waste Management Continues Suspension Of Collection

See full news release update from the City of Jackson.

Jackson City Hall And Other Non-Essential City Offices To Reopen After Presidents Day

Non-essential employees who have been working remotely will also return to the office.

Jackson Awarded Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Grant To Address Health, Equity And Effects Of Climate Change

Healthy Citizens is the first goal of the “Dignity Economy,” the city’s strategic plan and vision for a new economic model.

City Of Jackson Seeking Poll Workers For Upcoming 2021 Municipal Elections

Poll workers must reside within the City of Jackson and will be required to attend a two hour training class.

Mayor Lumumba Issues Proclamation Of Civil Emergency And Curfew Order For Jackson Youth

The Proclamation of Civil Emergency is effective immediately and shall remain in effect until February 17, 2021.

City Of Jackson Special Election Notice For Ward 2 Vacancy

Voter Registration deadline for the upcoming Municipal Ward 2 Special Election is October 17.

Jackson Mayor Issues Sixth Safe Jackson Executive Order

Bars Are Allowed to Reopen with Restrictions, 10/20 Rule Expanded to 20/50.

A Nonprofit In Mississippi Provides A New Way To Vote

VotingWorks first tested its machines, which are not federally certified, in Choctaw County during the state primaries.

Chicken Company In Morton Accused Of Turning Away Black Farmers

Koch Foods used to have contracts with four black farmers in Mississippi but cut off business with them, one by one.

Mississippi Governor Election 2019 Live Results: Reeves Wins

The race expected to be tough and an indication of how the nation might vote on presidential race

Mississippi Election Guide 2019: Governors Race Down To The Wire

Voters in Mississippi will decide the governor's race between Republican Tate Reeves and Democrat Jim Hood.

Immigration Raids To Have Long-Term Effects On Poultry Towns

Massive immigration raids could economically touch every business in six Mississippi towns heavily dependent on the poultry industry.