How to Create a Neighborhood Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide
A neighborhood plan is a roadmap for improving and shaping a community.
JAN and Operation Shoestring Partner for Levels to This Game Night
Through interactive gameplay, participants will explore how government works, why voting matters, and how each of us can play a role in shaping our communities.
6 Ways JSU Engages with the Jackson Community
By collaborating with local organizations, neighborhoods, businesses, and residents, JSU can address pressing societal challenges, promote lifelong learning, and contribute to economic growth.
Spring Cleaning as a Community: A Fresh Start Together
While many of us focus on personal spring cleaning, coming together as a community to tidy up shared spaces can be incredibly rewarding.
How to Plan a Successful Neighborhood or Community Event
If you're ready to make your event a memorable experience for your neighbors or local area, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started.
2025 Jackson Municipal Election Guide
The 2025 municipal elections are poised to be highly competitive, with the mayoral office and all seven city council seats up for grabs.
Westland Plaza
The boundaries of Westland Plaza are: Casa Grande Circle (North), Myer Avenue (East), Casa Grande Circle (South), and Casa Grande Circle (West).
Love for Community Leads to Brister’s New Role as President of Downtown Jackson Partners
As the new president of Downtown Jackson Partners (DJP), Brister envisions a live-work-play community where all feel welcome and invested.
Weekly City Update: February 24, 2025
A citywide update for the week of February 24, 2025.
Donate to Help Transform Grove Park
Your donation will help transform Grove Park into a vibrant and welcoming space.
Join the Hal’s St. Paddy’s Day Parade & Festival Clean Up Krewe
Help make sure our streets are clean after the parade!
Jackson Hinds Library System Rolls Out its Strategic Plan for the Next Five Years
After a year or more of planning, the Jackson Hinds Library System (JHLS) has completed and released its 2025 - 2030 Statregic Plan.
Weekly City Update: February 17, 2025
A citywide update for the week of February 17, 2025.
How to Resolve Conflict Within A Neighborhood Association
Whether it's disagreements over shared spaces, differing visions for community improvement, or disputes over association policies, unresolved tensions can sour relationships and hinder progress.
P.L.U.G.: A Way for Jackson to Get on the Same Page
P.L.U.G. is the acronym Ward 5 Councilman Vernon Hartley used for residents, local government, and elected officials to get on the same page to move Ward 5 and Jackson forward.
ASJN Preps for its 6th South Jackson Parade and Festival
The Association of South Jackson neighborhoods created the South Jackson Parade and Festival 6 years ago to unite the community, build relationships with local businesses and organizations, and celebrate South Jackson neighborhoods with a fun day of family-friendly events.
How to Report a Streetlight Outage Using the Entergy Mississippi App
Streetlights are an essential part of keeping our communities safe and secure, especially at night. Improper lighting can create safety hazards and make any neighborhood feel less welcoming. Thankfully, Entergy Mississippi has made it easy to report streetlight outages directly from your phone using their mobile app. Entergy relies on its customers to report streetlight outages in neighborhoods and communities. Follow these simple steps to report a streetlight that is out using the Entergy Mississippi app.