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Mother, acquaintance charged in brutal death of one-year-old

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www.wjtv.com – Garret Grove – 2023-12-22 12:55:57

SUMMARY: A one-year-old child was beaten to death in Jackson, marking the 108th homicide in the city this year. The child’s mother and an acquaintance are charged with felony child abuse, with expectations of upgraded charges to capital murder. The mother is in police custody, while the whereabouts of the acquaintance are unknown. Four other children at the residence are in the custody of Child Protection Services. The police chief believes the abuse did not start on the day of the incident, noting that the child had bruises and trauma that likely did not occur on the day the child stopped breathing. JPD is working with federal authorities to find the acquaintance.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: May 9-11

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-05-09 06:48:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (May 9-11) in Mississippi offers diverse activities across Central Mississippi and the Pine Belt. Highlights in Central Mississippi include Owl Prowl at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Jurassic Quest at the Jackson Convention Complex, live music events such as Live at Five in Natchez, plus theater, exhibitions, markets, and family-friendly festivals like the Natchez Spring Carnival. Jackson hosts the inaugural Coffee Festival and Shakespeare in the Park. In the Pine Belt, enjoy live music, zoo-themed celebrations, historical events, craft beer sampling, and comedy shows with comedian John Crist in Hattiesburg. There are also special Mother’s Day events throughout the region.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: April 25-27

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-04-25 09:48:00

SUMMARY: This weekend in Mississippi (April 25-27) features a variety of events across Central and Pine Belt regions. Highlights include MiraGotSoul at Vibe Studio in Jackson, a community Dinner and Movie in Clinton, and the Natchez Kite Festival. Enjoy live performances with Sweet Lizzy Project in Natchez and the New Bourbon Street Jazz Band in Clinton. Family-friendly activities include the Native Plant Fest and Community Farmers Market in Jackson. In Hattiesburg, catch the Henry Cho tour and the Downtown Crawfish Jam Music Festival. Overall, it’s a weekend full of entertainment, culture, and fun activities for all ages.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: April 18-20

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-04-18 07:36:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (April 18-20), Mississippi offers a variety of events for all ages. In Jackson, enjoy Food Truck Friday, a jazz concert, free outdoor movie screenings, and multiple exhibitions including “Of Salt and Spirit” and “Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers.” For family fun, there’s an Easter Egg Hunt at the Ag Museum and “Bunnies & Butterflies” at MCM. Natchez features the Spring Pilgrimage, Lafayette’s 200th anniversary celebration, and a farmers market. In the Pine Belt, highlights include Live at Five, a Spring Candle-Making Workshop, and Easter events at the Hattiesburg Zoo. Don’t miss the Bluff City Block Party and more!

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