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City of Jackson desperately needs lifeguards

The city of Jackson is in desperate need of lifeguards Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba made a plea on Monday, calling for people to apply for the positions. The mayor said his administration will pay for ... read more

‘Is there a cover-up?’: Brother of Belhaven man found dead in Pearl River says evidence points to foul play

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The brother of a missing Belhaven man believed to be found dead on the Pearl River is doubling down on claims that foul play was involved in his brother’s disappearance and ... read more

Visit Jackson Launches ShopJacksonTN.com offering City of Jackson flag merchandise

Visit Jackson TN unveils ShopJacksonTN.com, a website showcasing a diverse array of exclusive merch featuring the City of Jackson flag. read more

State-owned abandoned properties are all over Jackson. See what the council wants done

The City of Jackson is littered with abandoned properties that have been forfeited to the state due to nonpayment of taxes and many have fallen into disrepair, creating public health hazards. read more

City employees sued for car crashes account for 17% of Jackson's lawsuits. See details

The City of Jackson is facing at least 24 lawsuits due to city employees being involved in vehicular crashes with city-owned vehicles, with one striking and killing a pedestrian. After submitting a ... read more

In need of a summer job? The city of Jackson could use your help

The city of Jackson is offering to cover all costs associated with lifeguard certification as well as CPR and AED certifications. read more

Does Jackson have a recycling program? What about the state? Curious Mississippi answers

After years of fighting and disagreements between city leaders, the City of Jackson was finally able to nail down a long-term, six year garbage collection contract last week. So, is it too soon to ... read more

Jackson police investigating 38th homicide

The city of Jackson has marked its 38th homicide of 2024. Saturday around 8 p.m., police say one person was shot and killed at InTown Suites Extended Stay on I-55 North Frontage Road. The identity of ... read more

Doing some spring cleaning? The city of Jackson can help you dispose of unwanted items

JACKSON, MI – Residents looking to get rid of trash can do so at Jackson’s annual spring clean-up day. The city’s Spring 2024 City Cleanup Day is 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 11, at the ... read more

City Council will vote on new garbage contract Thursday. See what's different

If all goes well at a special meeting of the Jackson City Council on Thursday, Jackson residents will not have to worry about a second trash crisis. On the agenda, for Thursday's noon meeting ... read more