JACKSON, MS (WLBT)- A man was shot and killed around two Monday afternoon as he walked along Northside Drive. It happened near Manhattan Road, where Chastain Middle School and the Tisdale Library are located.

Police spokeswoman Colendula Green says a car came up behind the victim, and a passenger got out and opened fire. Green says the victim ran toward the library, where he collapsed in the bushes. He was pronounced dead at a Jackson hospital. His name was not released, but Green said he appeared to be in his early 20s.

By Gary R. Bachman

MSU Horticulturist
Coastal Research & Extension Center

Coral bells are perpetual favorites, and their colorful foliage can add interest and texture to any garden.

The first coral bells had green foliage, but these days, green foliage selections can be hard to find. New selections have purple, red, and white marbling and different colored venation. You will often see foliage colors of bright gold, orange and brown.

The Jackson Chamber of Commerce has set the date for the 5th annual Red, White & Jackson.

The event will be held Thursday, June 28 in Downtown Jackson.

Red, White & Jackson will begin with free food, beverages and live entertainment from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Smith Park in Downtown Jackson.