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Where to celebrate the 4th of July in Mississippi in 2024
SUMMARY: Mississippi will celebrate the Fourth of July with various events featuring fireworks and festivities throughout the state. Highlights include the Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Festival in Canton (June 27-29), Celebrate America Balloon Glow in Ridgeland (June 28), and Independence Celebration at The Reservoir (June 29). Vicksburg will host the Four Seasons of the Arts Patriotic Concert (June 30) and a Fourth of July Pool Party. Jackson’s Fireworks Extravaganza at Smith Wills Stadium (July 3) and July 4th Red, White & Blue Fest in Clinton, featuring Karen Waldrup, are also notable events. Additionally, Pearl will host the Mississippi Braves Fireworks Show, and Natchez will feature a fireworks display over the Mississippi River.
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SUMMARY: This weekend (August 1-3) in Mississippi offers diverse activities across the state. In Central Mississippi, enjoy Latin music and salsa at Fondren Fiesta in Jackson, family fun at 042 Nights in Brandon, food trucks in Byram, art exhibitions in Natchez and Jackson, and farmers markets in Jackson, Natchez, and Vicksburg. Special events include hurricane remembrance, back-to-school drives, and community wellness fairs. In the Pine Belt, Hattiesburg hosts Denim & Diamonds Casino Night, live music, themed balls, 5K fundraisers, and movie screenings. Laurel offers karaoke, art workshops, and a family farmers market. Activities cater to all ages, promoting culture, health, and community engagement.
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SUMMARY: Mississippi is packed with events this weekend (July 25–27), including the JXN Film Festival, interactive exhibits, and art showcases in Jackson. Clinton screens *Train to Busan*, and Vicksburg features live events, a catfish tournament, and farmers markets. Natchez hosts its Food & Wine Festival and community celebrations, while Ridgeland offers art parks and dinner theater. In the Pine Belt, Hattiesburg offers comedy, musical theater, a Jane Austen tea, and a murder mystery dinner at Ross Mansion. Toy, gun, and farmers markets span multiple cities, while special events like the Little Miss Black Mississippi Pageant round out a diverse, festive weekend.
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SUMMARY: Bryan Kohberger was sentenced to four consecutive life terms without parole for the brutal 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students. He pleaded guilty in July 2025 to avoid the death penalty. During sentencing, families shared emotional testimonies of loss and anguish. Kohberger, a criminology graduate student, broke into the victims’ home and killed them without known motive, remaining silent at the hearing. Police used DNA and genetic genealogy to identify him. The case deeply affected the community, with misinformation spreading online. Kohberger waived his right to appeal. Some victims’ relatives offered forgiveness and sought answers.
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