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Weekend guide: Here’s the events in Mississippi for Sept. 16-18

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2 years ago

September 17, 2022

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you’ll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (September 16-18) around Mississippi.

Central Mississippi:

Music at the Muse – Friday – Pearl

Listen to music from The Frontmen: Tim Rushlow, Larry Stewart of Restless Heart, Richie McDonald and Mustache The Band at a concert hosted by the City of Pearl and Hinds Community College.
McDonald’s Inspiration Gospel Tour – Friday – Jackson

This free tour celebrates Black faith, culture, and excellence. Donations will support local families served by local Ronald McDonald Houses.
Rez Life Food Truck Frenzy – Saturday – Brandon

Eat delicious food from various food trucks while listening to live music at Lakeshore Park at the Barnett Reservoir.
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram – Saturday – Vicksburg

Hear Blues, Rock & Roll, R&B and Soul musician Christone “Kingfish” Ingram perform at Waterview Casino. Tickets start at $30 each.
Cruizin’ Clinton Car Show – Saturday – Clinton

Fill your Saturday with cars, food, music, activitiesBy: Rachel Hernandez
Title: Weekend guide: Here’s the events in Mississippi for Sept. 16-18
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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: December 20-22

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-12-20 12:03:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (December 20-22), Mississippi offers a variety of festive events. In Jackson, enjoy Food Truck Friday, candlelight concerts, a Grinch movie screening, and Journey to the North Pole. In Ridgeland, experience Merry Bingo, Christmas on the Green, and Fleet Feet Coffee Run. Vicksburg hosts Rock the Halls, while Natchez offers a European Christmas Shopping Village. Other activities include Santa scuba diving at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Million Dollar Quartet Christmas, and Magic of Lights in Brandon. Hattiesburg features Lights of the Wild and Teddy Bear Tea with Santa. Numerous holiday events are available across the state.

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Attorneys seek protective order in Jackson bribery case

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-12-19 14:36:00

SUMMARY: Prosecutors in Jackson are seeking a protective order to prevent the release of sensitive information in a bribery case involving Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba, and City Councilman Aaron Banks. The motion aims to protect personal, financial, and grand jury information, fearing it could impair investigations and fair trial rights. The three officials face charges related to a bribery scheme involving $80,000 in bribes for approving a real estate development project. Other individuals, including former City Councilwoman Angelique Lee and Sherik Marve Smith, are also implicated, with Smith pleading guilty to conspiracy.

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Suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO struggles, shouts while entering courthouse

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December 10, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – MICHAEL R. SISAK and MARK SCOLFORO, Associated Press – 2024-12-10 14:27:00

SUMMARY: Luigi Nicholas Mangione, a 26-year-old Ivy League graduate, was arrested in Pennsylvania and charged with the murder of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare. Mangione, who expressed disdain for corporate greed and the health insurance industry, was found with a gun matching the murder weapon and fraudulent IDs. He initially gave false identification but was recognized at a McDonald’s. Mangione, who wrote a three-page document expressing anti-corporate sentiments, is being extradited to New York. His family, shocked by his arrest, expressed condolences to Thompson’s family. Mangione had no prior criminal complaints but had a history of severe back pain.

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