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Canton Flea Market returns for 62nd year

Canton Flea Market returns for 62nd year

by Mississippi Monitor | May 6, 2026 | Capital/River

By: Susan Marquez, Magnolia Tribune     It’s the thrill of the hunt. Finding that perfect treasure is always a rush, and many look for their special find at the Canton Flea Market. One of the South’s most cherished shopping and arts traditions returns this...
Debate lingers over what, how to pay Jackson’s new police chief

Debate lingers over what, how to pay Jackson’s new police chief

by Mississippi Monitor | May 6, 2026 | Capital/River

By: Daniel Tyson, Magnolia Tribune     A Jackson city council member recently requested a legal opinion from the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office regarding using private funds to supplement the municipality’s new police chief’s salary. Council member...
Where the Wild Things Grow: Inside Maypop Art’s garage studio

Where the Wild Things Grow: Inside Maypop Art’s garage studio

by Mississippi Monitor | May 5, 2026 | Capital/River

By: Meredith Biesinger, Magnolia Tribune     Some of the best art in Mississippi right now isn’t happening in a studio with perfect lighting or white walls. But it’s not where you might expect—rather, it’s happening in a garage. In Flowood, Meagan Torrence...
After federal judge blocks metro water authority, Governor doesn’t make appointments

After federal judge blocks metro water authority, Governor doesn’t make appointments

by Mississippi Monitor | May 5, 2026 | Capital/River

By: Frank Corder & Daniel Tyson, Magnolia Tribune     Following U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate’s order temporarily blocking the state law creating the new Metro Jackson Water Authority, Governor Tate Reeves (R) said Friday he would not be making his...
Local author releases new adventure novel

Local author releases new adventure novel

by Mississippi Monitor | May 4, 2026 | Capital/River

  Local author and journalist Joe Curtis has announced the release of his new book, Dr. Dill’s Antique Shop For Tohopkas, a Southern adventure story filled with mystery, imagination and unforgettable characters. Set in historic Natchez, Mississippi, the novel...
Federal judge temporarily blocks new Metro Jackson Water Authority

Federal judge temporarily blocks new Metro Jackson Water Authority

by Mississippi Monitor | May 4, 2026 | Capital/River

By: Daniel Tyson, Magnolia Tribune     A federal judge on Thursday granted a temporary injunction preventing a new state law from placing the Jackson water and sewer systems under the control of a nine-member regional authority next year. U.S. District Judge...
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