SUMMARY: Defense technology company Northrop Grumman is opening an aerospace lab at Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Corinth campus, supported partly by a Northrop Grumman Foundation grant. The facility, expected to open in early 2026, will offer hands-on training in composite material fabrication, repair, and inspection, preparing students for aerospace and defense industry careers. Governor Tate Reeves praised the investment as vital for Mississippi’s workforce and future high-tech jobs. Northrop Grumman’s corporate VP Tom Jones highlighted the lab’s role in developing a skilled technical workforce to boost state prosperity. The company employs over 800 people and operates multiple manufacturing sites in Mississippi.

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SUMMARY: Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade is retiring after nearly 30 years on the force, Mayor John Horhn announced. Wade, appointed in 2023, led efforts that significantly reduced Jackson’s homicide rates and improved solvability to over 90%. Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones will serve as interim chief during a nationwide search for a permanent replacement, led by former U.S. Marshal George White and ex-Highway Patrol Chief Col. Charles Haynes. Jones will maintain his sheriff duties concurrently. Wade was known for community engagement and initiatives to curb anonymous crimes. Mayor Horhn’s newly formed task force will address Jackson’s law enforcement challenges and seek public input.

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SUMMARY: The 48th annual Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Washington County Convention Center Fairgrounds in Greenville. Known as the oldest continuous blues festival in the U.S., it features 14 acts on the main stage and 10 on the juke house stage, showcasing diverse blues styles including Delta, Hill Country, St. Louis, Soul, Zydeco, and Boogie Woogie. Highlights include Grammy winner Bobby Rush, Shirley Brown, Willie Clayton, and the Rising Stars Fife & Drum Band. The festival celebrates blues music, southern hospitality, food, and culture, attracting fans worldwide. Tickets are available online.

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