Jackson, MS news on Sunday, October 18, 2026

In Jackson, MS on Sunday, October 18, 2026: Jackson State homecoming wrap-up; Pride Y'all festival this weekend. Also: Three candidates are running for Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District seat in upcoming election; No Kings voting rally drew frustrated crowd to Jackson State Capitol before midterms, focusing on voter engagement. Weather: Sunday brings partly cloudy skies with highs near 71°F and gentle winds up to 8 mph.

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Pride Y'all festival returns to Jackson this weekend at Mississippi Museum of Art, offering safe space for LGBTQ+ community.WAPT · Oct 17, 11:12 PM

News & local government

Three candidates are running for Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District seat in upcoming election.deltanews.tv · Oct 18, 3:32 PM
No Kings voting rally drew frustrated crowd to Jackson State Capitol before midterms, focusing on voter engagement.The Clarion-Ledger · Oct 17, 10:52 PM
Georgia U.S. Senator Rev. Raphael Warnock campaigned with Scott Colom at Jackson State, supporting Senate race candidacy.The Clarion-Ledger · Oct 18, 12:46 PM

Business & new openings

New boutique event space for creativity has opened in downtown Jackson, offering venue options for community events.MLive.com · Oct 18, 7:00 AM

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