Mid City Community Development Corporation

Join us this Monday for JAN’s Monthly Board Meeting, hosted by Visit Jackson, to learn more about the upcoming tourism tax referendum and ask questions about what it means for Jackson.

Join JAN this Monday, October 5, for our Monthly Board Meeting, hosted by Visit Jackson, MS. They’ll discuss the upcoming tourism tax referendum, what it means for Jackson and answer questions from attendees. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at Visit Jackson, 308 E. Pearl Street, Suite 301, in downtown Jackson. Not able to attend in person? Join us via Zoom.

JAN September Board Recap: Adopt-a-Block, Fall Programming and Neighborhood Engagement — Jackson Association of Neighborhoods JAN’s September Board Meeting featured updates on the City of Jackson’s new Adopt-a-Block Neighborhood Beautification Microgrant Program, JAN’s fall programming, membership relaunch, neighborhood database update and efforts to increase accessibility and engagement across Jackson neighborhoods.

Lorena Quiroz Builds Community and Belonging in Jackson — Jackson Association of Neighborhoods Meet Lorena Quiroz, executive director of IAJE, whose work strengthens Jackson by connecting immigrant communities, developing leaders and building a more inclusive city.

Tomorrow, the City of Jackson's 2026 Fireworks Extravaganza takes over Hank Aaron Sports Academy (Smith Wills Stadium) with gates opening at 5 PM for a night of food vendors, live entertainment, a Kidz Zone, and fireworks at nightfall. Located at 1200 Lakeland Drive, Jackson, MS 39216. For more information, call 601.960.0471.

We're excited to hold a Thrive Talks session on Thursday, July 2nd from 12pm - 1pm! This virtual meeting is an opportunity to hear from YOU on how we can continue to help our community thrive! Let us know you're joining in here: https://forms.gle/PWuqsxZi49aHPzKr5

Jackson Residents Encouraged to Use 211 for Local Resources — Jackson Association of Neighborhoods Jackson residents can dial 211 to access free, confidential support connecting them to local health, housing, utility assistance, senior services, and other community resources. Available 24/7, the service offers a simple way to get reliable information and help when it’s needed most.

Expanding Civic Engagement Beyond Our Own Neighborhoods — Jackson Association of Neighborhoods Jackson grows stronger when we see the success of every community as connected to our own. Civic engagement isn’t limited to where we live—it’s about how we show up for the entire city. Whether through mentorship, volunteering, donating supplies, or simply sharing information, each of us has s...