Jackson,
Mississippi is within the boundaries of Hinds County. This city was once called
LeFleur’s Bluff. Its name was recanted to honor Andrew Jackson.
Jackson,
Mississippi was involved with the American Civil War. Its most famous war
participation was in the Battle of Jackson. General Sherman literally ransacked
Jackson.
During 1846, the
present day Jackson City Hall was erected.
Among the famous
people associated with Jackson, Mississippi are Medgar Evers, Eudora Welty,
James Hardy and Richard Wright.
Others identified
with Jackson are Harry Cole, Faith Hill and LeAnn Rimes.
Jackson,
Mississippi is renowned for its Puppetry Jam, Zoobilation, Celtic Festival,
Wellssfest and Mississippi State Fair.
Its also known for
the Bagwell Antique Show, the Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration,
the Red Beans & Rice Festival along with the Handworks Spring & Fall Market.
Jackson Jobs 