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Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. MBI investigates Jackson police officer-involved shooting (wjtv.com) — An officer-involved shooting under investigation on Raymond Road directly involves a Jackson Police Department officer and a suspect who suffered minor injuries before being taken into custody. State investigators are now collecting evidence and will present their findings to prosecutors, so Jackson residents can expect more details once the review is complete.
2. Jackson bar M Bar appears in Drake's FOMO film (wapt.com) — M Bar, a popular Jackson nightlife spot, just landed a brief but flashy cameo in Drake's new hourlong "FOMO" film, giving the local bar national exposure. Scenes shot inside the Jackson venue appear alongside new music, celebrity cameos, and the rapper's announcement of a 2027 world tour, putting the city itself in the frame for global fans.
3. This Tiny Mississippi College Offers Full-Tuition Scholarships And Is Ranked Among The Best In America (takingthekids.com) — Millsaps College sits right in central Jackson and is offering major full-tuition opportunities for high-achieving, Pell-eligible Mississippi students starting with the Fall 2026 class. The article highlights the historic in-town campus, strong rankings, and generous financial aid that can make a private liberal arts education surprisingly affordable for Jackson-area families considering college options.
4. Federal court rules there is no constitutional right to safe drinking water (grist.org) — Jackson residents face a major setback after a federal appeals court ruled there is no constitutional right to safe drinking water, even as the city's long-running water problems continue. The piece explains how this decision affects Jackson's largely Black community, outlines recent and upcoming water bill increases, and underscores ongoing efforts to repair the system under federal oversight.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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