My City Jxn MS

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Medgar Evers on what would have been his 101st birthday.

A Mississippi hero whose courage, sacrifice, and unwavering pursuit of justice helped change the course of American history, Medgar Evers reminds us that one voice, rooted in conviction, can inspire generations.

His legacy lives on through every life he touched, every barrier he helped break, and every person committed to building a more just and equitable future.

Today, we celebrate not only the man, but the mission he gave his life for.

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Medgar Evers. Your courage will never be forgotten, and your legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.

Mississippi Spotlight: Jayme Mitchell

-Played 7 years in the NFL
-55 career tackles and 6.5 sacks
-Played 45 games at Ole Miss and finished with 105 tackles and 19 tackles for a loss
-5 career sacks at Ole Miss
-Played high school football at Forest Hill

Jackson, Mississippi

This time last week, we honored an incredible man, Min. David R. Curry, Jr. whose visionary leadership and musical excellence helped create one of Mississippi’s most celebrated and influential gospel institutions, the Mississippi Mass Choir. He received the inaugural MY CITY JXN IMPACT Award and a Lifetime Achievement Award for his global influence in Gospel Music! Congratulations!

We also honored two more MY CITY JXN Impact recipients:

Marcus Singleton (Marcus Singleton) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to gospel music as a musician, producer, arranger, worship leader, and mentor. From his early recording work with the Mississippi Mass Choir while still in high school to his continued service in churches, studios, and live music settings, Marcus has helped shape and sustain one of Mississippi’s most powerful musical traditions. He’s recorded, produced and arranged for countless artists and can even be found as a producer in Dulaneyland, Todd Dulaney’s production company. His excellence, humility, and influence represent the spirit of the sounds from Mississippi that helped shape America’s story.

Cornelius Moore (C.C. Moore) , recognition of his extraordinary contributions as a bassist, recording musician, producer, and ambassador for Mississippi music. Through his work with gospel choirs, quartet groups, Southern Soul artists, and contemporary recording and Country projects, his musicianship has helped preserve and advance the rich musical traditions that have made Mississippi known around the world. His influence can be heard across generations of recordings, performances, and ministries that continue to inspire audiences everywhere.

Thank you all for shining a light on your Capital City, MY CITY JXN!

Today we celebrate a true Mississippi trailblazer whose courage changed the course of history.

Happy Birthday to James Meredith, a Jackson icon whose determination helped open doors for generations to come. His unwavering commitment to equality, education, and justice reminds us that one person’s courage can inspire lasting change.

From Jackson to the world, his legacy continues to shape conversations about leadership, perseverance, and progress.

Today we honor a living legend. Happy Birthday, James Meredith!

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