Jackson Jambalaya

 Rankin County Sheriff Bryan Bailey issued the following statement. 

 Good job, Starkpatch, good job (sarcasm).  Dave Portnoy of Barstool Sports comes to town and this is what he gets.  

 Check out Every Man a Coach by Louisiana Governor Huey P. Landry. 

 The Mississippi Department of Public Safety issued the following statement. 

 Judge Wingate held a status update on the Jackson water system that lasted all day Wednesday  Much was discussed, including JXN Water's proposed rate hike.  Instead of publishing one monster post, JJ is breaking the proceedings down into more manageable bites.  

Jackson's water system has made much progress but might go back to where it once was if allowed to go broke again.  So said JXN Water Manager Ted Henifin in federal court Wednesday.  

 What is the Street saying about Ladarien Jones and the murder of Hinds County Detention Sergeant James Dotson, Jr? Keep in mind this is all unverified, unconfirmed street talk. 

 Fall weather means it's a perfect time to fix what else but gumbo!  Check out ZeroBear PolyBear's recipe in a downloadable format posted below.   

Soul-crushing.  Can't have fun.   Sobbing in bed.  Mental health.  Such was the reaction Harvard students had to possibility the university might crack down on grade-inflation.  

 A gentlemans' debate took place at Hartsfield Academy recently.  Needless to say, the announcers were not amused. 

 Judge Wingate held a status update on the Jackson water system that lasted all day yesterday.  Much was discussed, including JXN Water's proposed rate hike.  Instead of publishing one monster post, JJ is going to break yesterday's proceedings into some manageable bites by topic.  

The city of Jackson spent over $10 million on renting pumps for the Savannah Street treatment when purchasing a new one only costs $4 million.  Such revelations occurred during the status conference on Jackson's water/sewer system held yesterday in the courtroom of U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate.

 Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens issued the following statement. 

 Well, well, well.  Little Ladarien Jones has had a bad day.  

 The Mississippi Republican Party issued the following statement. 

 Who will get in? Who gets left out? Who wins? Who loses? 

LONDON—It shouldn’t work, but it does. Twenty-five Americans, most of them from the South, gathered around a breakfast table in Dublin. It’s the kind of setup that should feel like herding cats, yet, for some reason, it never feels like group travel. My wife and I don’t even like group tours. Though for nine years I’ve been leading them—almost 70 of them with over 1,500 guests—and I’m still wondering why it’s never felt like what we’ve always tried to avoid. I finally figured it out this spring, and it has very little to do with where we go.

The “Silver Tsunami” isn’t just a clever turn of phrase—it’s a demographic freight train barreling toward Mississippi’s already strained health care infrastructure. Every day, 10,000 Americans turn 65. By 2030, one in five U.S. residents will be senior citizens. In Mississippi, where chronic illness, poverty, and rural isolation already complicate health care delivery, this wave of aging citizens threatens to swamp the system.

Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones will remain Interim JPD Chief as Mayor John Horhn seeks a new police chief. 

 Millsaps College issued the following statement. 

 The Reservoir Road Rager (allegedly) will remain in jail after Rankin County Court Judge David Morrow denied him bond at his initial appearance this morning. 

Walter Ainsworth at initial appearance

 The Gluckstadt Police Department issued the following statement. 

 The Jackson City Council keeps demonstrating why control of the water/sewer system should not be returned to the city of Jackson.  WLBT reported: 

This funny ad is making the rounds up in New York City. Yes, New York City. Put down the rope.

 Some kids at Lake Cormorant High School in Desoto County spoke out against our recent Idiot of the Day in where else but TikTok.  

Although it didn't get the coveted MICHELIN Star, Elvie's restaurant garnered attention from the famed MICHELIN Guide.   

 ZeroBear PolyBear's great grandson is doing better.  Things looked really rough for the little guy but Little Samuel is starting to pull through.  The Bear sent an update: 

 State Auditor Shadrack White issued the following statement. 

Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones issued the following statement. 

 How does one cope with the ABC/ESPN blackout on Youtube TV? 

 Some people go out of their way to be offended.  

As Mississippi basks in its AI data-center boom, all is not copasetic in the AI economy.

 The University of Arizona Running Backs Coach sure has come a long way since his younger days. 

 U.S. District Judge Chokwe Antar Wingate is hauling JXN Water Manager Ted Henifin before him Wednesday after Mr. Henifin said he was going to raise water rates in December.  The emergency order states: 

 The Justice Department wants Lindsey Whiteside behind bars and behind bars now.  Prosecutors asked a federal judge to revoke the convicted sex offender's bond in U.S. District Court this week.  

Why do so many people around the world watch the Super Bowl each year? You’re right! The ads and the halftime show! Only die-hard football fans tune in for the game. And only fans of the two teams really care who does what on the field. Besides, there’s a party going on!

 Rankin County Sheriff Bryan Bailey issued the following statement. 

 JXN Water's failure to get a rate increase will cripple the system in a few years.  So says JXN Water's quarterly status report.  The report points out many improvements such as lower water production and system pressure.  However, the report states the system will operate at losses of tens of millions of dollars if the rate increase is not approved. 

 The Horhn administration promised to clean up the blight and cleaning up the blight it is.  Check out the city's new Public Works employee cleaning up things on West Street near Gallatin Street yesterday. 

Oh great.  Our Governor Buffoon has done it again.  Ole Miss fans are going to enjoy this one. 

 It's getting cold and few things are as tasty as a good shrimp bisque in winter.  Check out ZeroBear PolyBear's recipe in downloadable format below. 

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

 Governor Tate Reeves issued the following statement. 

Governor Tate Reeves today issued Executive Order 1589 to reestablish the Presidential Fitness Test for elementary, middle and high school students across Mississippi. Executive Order 1589 comes after President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order that reestablished the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition and reinstituted the Presidential Fitness Test.

Much has been said on social media and in the news after the popular Ranch daycare center in Madison closed Monday.  What exactly happened?  JJ did some digging and here is the story.  

 Bigger Pie Forum Chairman Kelly Williams authored this post. 

What does it take to turn around a city? In this special episode recorded at Jackson City Hall, host Grant Callen talks with Mayor John Horhn about his love for Jackson, the lessons from his childhood and career in public service, and his mission to restore trust, safety, and opportunity in Mississippi’s capital. From fixing potholes to fighting crime and strengthening schools, Mayor Horhn shares his bold and hopeful vision for Jackson’s future. He also discusses the importance of community engagement, partnerships with local, state, and federal leaders, and leveraging Jackson’s unique cultural and economic assets to attract families and businesses back to the city. Whether you’re a Jackson resident or simply care about the future of Mississippi, this conversation offers insights, inspiration, and a roadmap for meaningful change.

Overwhelming neighborhood opposition forced the Jackson Planning Board to reject Fondren Taste Bar & Grill's application for rezoning last week.  Fondren Taste owner Clifton Rogers, wants to operate hotel rooms above his restaurant.   

 Update: WREG-TV will live-stream the Justice Department's 4:00 press conference on the arrests. 

Just got word the Feds are arresting a bunch of law enforcement throughout North Mississippi.

Extra Table issued the following press release. 

Mississippi families are hurting. As the federal government shutdown runs on and SNAP benefits are halted across our state, tens of thousands of our neighbors are facing empty plates — and food pantries are struggling to keep up.