Ballet Mississippi recently hosted Ballet and Blues 2026, the organization’s premier annual fundraising event, at The Plant Venue. The event honored 62 years of Ballet Mississippi’s impact on the cultural life in Mis... northsidesun.com/ballet-and-blu…

A shortage of alcohol for package stores, bars and restaurants in Mississippi continues after lawmakers failed to pass an emergency measure to allow businesses to bypass the state’s Alcoholic Beverage Control warehouse... northsidesun.com/alcohol-shorta…

Energy is the big story so far in 2026. First was the military incursion to snatch and extract Venezuelan President Maduro on 3 January and subsequent plans to control and redirect the flow of Venezuelan crude from China... northsidesun.com/tech-down-oil-…

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Darrell Randall of Oxford announce the engagement of their daughter, Hannah Elizabeth Randall, to Russ Walker Upton, son of Dr. and Mrs. Charles Carey Upton Jr. of Jackson.... northsidesun.com/miss-randall-a…

A full-service restaurant, a veterinary clinic without an outside run and offices of all types could be built on property at the entrance to Lake Caroline neighborhood.... northsidesun.com/supervisors-co…

There is more exciting news for the horticulture world in Mississippi. On March 6 our governor signed a bill into law designating April as Native Plant Month. I have watched the bill-to-law process all my life since my ... northsidesun.com/lifes-garden-d…

Members of Jackson Prep’s 2026 varsity tennis team include (from left, back) Kyle Douglass, Vincent Sun, Alex Guidry, Cameron Clune, Pearce Phillips, Stewart Russ, Graves Hinshaw, Henry Russ, Reynolds Smith, Henson Tyl... northsidesun.com/varsity-tennis…

Hinds County is nearing completion on a new jail, a project spurred by problems with its current detention center and the need for more space. ... northsidesun.com/new-hinds-jail…

With regards to “One Street/2,000 Residents” I’m reminded that vast problems are not solved with half-vast solutions. Jackson needs wins, and perhaps “One Street” or “One Lake” will provide a win. But even ... northsidesun.com/new-jsu-stadiu…

Thirteen Jackson Academy students recently received the Cum Laude Society pin, recognizing their academic achievement. JA’s chapter is one of only four cum laude charters granted in Mississippi. Cum Laude Society membe... northsidesun.com/cum-laude-soci…

For 50 years, Lemuria Bookstore has been more than a place to buy books. It has been a refuge, a cultural cornerstone, and perhaps most importantly a reflection of its founder, John Evans.... northsidesun.com/one-mississipp…

Madison Central High School’s yearbook financial staff recently hosted its annual Beauty and Beau pageant. Selected Most Beautiful was Amelia Morris (left) and Most Handsome Cal Lloyd.... northsidesun.com/most-beautiful…

The Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi (DFM) will host its 21st annual Ultimate Fashion Show and Champagne Luncheon April 23 at the Country Club of Jackson from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will feature spring and summer ... northsidesun.com/diabetes-found…

Letter to the Editor... northsidesun.com/letter-editor-…

Madison-Ridgeland Academy celebrated circus day with costumes, activities, and snacks. Enjoying the activities were (from left) Kaia Backman and Hazel Smith.... northsidesun.com/day-circus

The Pearl River Valley Water Supply District (PRVWSD) once again has room for its board meetings now that the district is settled in its new headquarters.... northsidesun.com/prvwsd-now-ope…

St. Andrew’s Upper School performed “Matilda the Musical,” a high energy story brought to life with a live orchestra. Cast members (from left, back) Jai Moss, Andrew Cooper, Alex Fuentes, Adriana Kroeze; (third row... northsidesun.com/matilda-musical

The City of Jackson is set to receive more than $26 million in state-funded projects that will improve streets, parks, neighborhood infrastructure, and key cultural institutions in the capital city and across Hinds Count... northsidesun.com/city-jackson-b…

First Presbyterian Day School third graders recently  staged Under God’s Sea, an underwater adventure that follows a group of young explorers discovering the beauty of God’s creation. Some of the cast members includ... northsidesun.com/under-gods-sea…

The 50th Birthday Party for LEMURIA BOOKS BOOKSTORE in JACKSON, MS began to be held at CATHEAD VODKA DISTILLERY'S DOWNTOWN SITE at 11 AM on the Saturday after easter, which is Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11 AM. Admission... northsidesun.com/lemuria-books-…