JXN Blog

Jackson's music and museums, festivals and events, art and artists, and chefs and restaurants have plenty to say about a city on the move.

New and Notable: JXN Dines

Exciting news for food lovers in Jackson, Mississippi! Check out these new and notable dining spots that are sure to satisfy your cravings.

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Shop Like a Local: Your Guide to Jackson's Boutiques & Markets

In every stretch of the capital city, shopkeepers are cultivating commerce and creativity with their wares.

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No Teenage Wasteland Here: Young Adult Favorites in JXN

School’s out, and bored teens are back. Here are some of our favorite picks to get them off the couch, out the door, and having fun this summer.

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Painting the Town: Public Art in Jackson

Welcome to the vibrant city of Jackson, where art comes alive on every corner!

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Plan the Perfect Saturday in Jackson

Are you looking forward to a leisurely Saturday morning in Jackson? This itinerary will effortlessly help you plan and make the most of it.

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MORE TO EXPLORE

Soul Sessions Podcast: Dr. Clay Hays and the Museum Trail

Today on our show, Dr. Clay Hays, President of Jackson Heart Clinic and Vice Chair of the Jackson Heart Foundation was one of the people instrumental in bringing about the Museum Trail…

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Soul Sessions Podcast: Chris Goodwin

Today, we’re talking with Chris Goodwin, the special projects manager for the Mississippi Department of Archives and History.

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Soul Sessions Podcast: Robert Langford (Operation Shoestring & WellsFest)

Today we're talking WellsFest, the annual family friendly, alcohol-free event, with food, kids' fun, and a full day of local music.

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Collected Thoughts: Ahmad Thompson On The Flamingo & JXN Flea

Ahmad Thompson knows a thing or two about style.

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Soul Sessions Podcast: De Shannon Williams and Food Truck Friday at Smith Park

Today, De Shannon Williams is one of the owners of Smokey's Meal on Wheels food truck, and she's an organizer of Food Truck Fridays, which have returned to Smith Park in downtown…

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Yes, Jackson, Mississippi Loves Soccer

With the FIFA Women's World Cup underway, we wondered, is Jackson, Mississippi a futbol loving sort of city?

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‘Right-Sized’ Bright Lights Is a Celebration of People, Creativity

Instead of focusing on a gathered street festival with national musical acts, the neighborhood(s) will celebrate their individual businesses, artists and musicians.

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Soul Sessions Podcast: Stephen Brown

Today on Soul Sessions, Stephen Brown, aka 5th Child, talks making music in Jackson, and how a pandemic eyesore has turned into a mission in his North Jackson neighborhood.

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