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Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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1. Jackson Mayor Horhn names interim leaders after senior officials depart (clarionledger.com) — Jackson residents will see new interim leadership over City Hall's administrative and human services operations as Mayor John Horhn elevates City Attorney Drew Martin and longtime staffer Kahrna Stimley to key roles. The shakeup follows the departures of senior officials Pieter Teeuwissen and Pam Junior, with no timeline yet for permanent appointments but assurances of continued progress on city priorities.
2. Family Area Programming at 83rd National Folk Festival Invites the Joy of Discovery (northsidesun.com) — Families in Jackson can look forward to a free, activity-packed National Folk Festival weekend November 14–15 at Smith Park, featuring hands-on crafts, music, dance, and cultural exhibits. The Mississippi Children's Museum and Jackson Hinds Library System are among many local partners offering interactive games, storytelling, and performances that highlight the traditions and cultures that make Jackson and Mississippi unique.
3. Mississippi State Fair Returns with 'Let Freedom Ring' Theme and New 'Biscuit Brisket' (wlbt.com) — Jackson residents can get ready for 12 days of rides, concerts, livestock shows, and new fair food as the 167th Mississippi State Fair opens in the capital city with a "Let Freedom Ring" theme. Alongside big-name entertainment, food lovers can try the new "Biscuit Brisket" at the iconic Biscuit Booth and explore exhibits, crafts, and family activities across the fairgrounds.
4. MDHS opens new Jackson LIFT resource and referral center (wjtv.com) — Families in Jackson can now visit the new MS LIFT Resource and Referral Center on Briarwood Drive for free educational toys, books, and classroom materials for children up to age 12. The flagship facility offers lending libraries, classrooms, play areas, and a creative "make and take" station, and also connects parents to additional support services across Mississippi.
5. Congressman Thompson Responds to Liquidation of Jackson Area Federal Credit Union (house.gov) — If you banked with Jackson Area Federal Credit Union, your accounts have been moved to Five Star Credit Union after federal regulators liquidated the longtime local institution. Congressman Bennie Thompson says deposits remain federally insured and promises continued oversight to ensure a transparent, orderly transition for Jackson and Hinds County members.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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