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Township Jazz Festival returns to Ridgeland this weekend

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2 years ago

March 21, 2023

The 16th annual Township Jazz Festival is a little over one week away, with this year’s event set to feature performances from 10 different jazz musicians on Saturday, April 1 at the Township at Colony Park in Ridgeland.

The event’s lineup will include appearances by notable jazz groups located throughout Mississippi and neighboring states, with a special performance by the Russell Malone Quartet planned for one of the final acts.

Russell Malone, who has worked as a member in Harry Connick, Jr.’s big band and Jimmy Smith’s band, has recorded with numerous big-time artists, including Diana Krall, Branford Marsalis, Benny Green, Terell Stafford, Ray Brown, and others.

Before Malone’s group takes the stage, the event will include a guitar summit featuring three jazz acts from musicians located in Memphis, Mississippi, and New Orleans.The Joe Restivo Trio will head off the first set before being followed by Barry Leach and Russell Welch, with all three artists…

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By: Alyssa Arbuckle
Title: Township Jazz Festival returns to Ridgeland this weekend
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/township-jazz-festival-returns-to-ridgeland-this-weekend/
Published Date: Tue, 21 Mar 2023 18:30:13 +0000

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Ole Miss women get pair of double-doubles and roll to 83-65 March Madness win over Ball State

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2 weeks ago

March 22, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-03-22 09:03:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin found solace in returning to a different arena in Waco, Texas, following a disappointing previous tournament experience. The No. 5 seed Ole Miss Rebels redeemed themselves with an 83-65 victory over 12th-seeded Ball State in the NCAA Tournament’s first round. Starr Jacobs led the Rebels with 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Kennedy Todd-Williams and Madison Scott each scored 15 points. Ole Miss dominated rebounding, leading 52-32, and will face fourth-seeded Baylor next. Coach McPhee-McCuin noted the team’s evolution since their last visit and the significance of playing in Texas, where Jacobs feels at home.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: March 21-23

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2 weeks ago

March 21, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-03-21 08:59:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (March 21-23), Mississippi offers a range of exciting events. Highlights include Hal’s Marching MALfunction Second Line Stomp and Jessie Robinson’s blues performance in Jackson, as well as the Natchez Food & Wine Festival and the Natchez Little Theatre’s production of *This Side of Crazy*. There are also numerous exhibitions like *Of Salt and Spirit: Black Quilters in the American South* in Jackson and *Gold in the Hills* in Vicksburg. Other events include the 48th Annual Crawfish Classic Tennis Tournament in Hattiesburg, karaoke nights in Laurel, and a variety of family-friendly activities across the state.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: March 14-16

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3 weeks ago

March 14, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-03-14 07:26:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (March 14-16) in Mississippi offers a variety of events. In Jackson, iconic saxophonist Boney James performs at the convention center, while the JXN Food & Wine festival showcases culinary talents. The LeFleur Museum District hosts a “Week of Wonder,” and several exhibitions, including “Of Salt and Spirit,” celebrate Black quilters. Natchez features the Spring Pilgrimage tours, a reenactment of Annie Stewart’s story, and a St. Patrick’s Day celebration. In Hattiesburg, comedian Rob Schneider performs, and various events like a St. Patrick’s Day pub crawl and a talent show will take place throughout the area.

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