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See winners of final preliminary round in Miss Mississippi 2026 pageant
Miss America 2026 pageant coming to West Palm Beach, Florida
The Miss America pageant is coming to Palm Beach County for the next three years. Here’s what we can expect.
On the third and final night of the Miss Mississippi 2026 preliminaries, four competitors walked away Friday, June 12, with awards in the pageant.
Preliminary rounds for the 2026 competition started June 10 and ended June 12. Contestants divided into groups, with each group competing in contests every night at 8 p.m. for the preliminaries.
Anna Leah Jolly was crowned Miss Mississippi in 2025. A new winner will be crowned after the finale, which is set for 8 p.m. Saturday, June 13. The finale will be held at the Vicksburg Convention Center.
The winner of Miss Mississippi 2026 will go on to compete in the Miss America pageant. The Miss America 2027 competition will be held Aug. 28 through Sept. 6, 2026, in West Palm Beach, Florida, with the crowning of the 99th Miss America on Sept. 6 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center.
On Friday, preliminary awards were handed out in two categories: fitness and talent. There was a three-way tie in the fitness competition, and one winner was chosen in the talent competition.
Who were the Miss Mississippi 2026 preliminary winners for June 12?
- Fitness: Miss Starkville — Morgan Nelson; Miss Capital City — Jane Granberry; and Miss Barnes Crossing — Jaycee Drew Janzen
- Talent: Miss New South — Kayla Braswell
How to watch the Miss Mississippi 2026 competition
To watch the pageant in-person, tickets cost $50 and are available for purchase through the Miss Mississippi website.
Livestream tickets cost $35 for the finale and are available for purchase at missmisslive.com.
The finale will also air on television at 8 p.m. Saturday, June 13, on the following channels:
- WDAM, Hattiesburg
- WLBT, Jackson
- WLOX, Biloxi
- WMC Bounce, Memphis
- WTVA, Tupelo
- WTOK, Meridian
Who are the judges for Miss Mississippi 2026?
The Miss Mississippi Organization announced the judges for this year’s competition are:
- C.J. Pearson — an American conservative activist from Georgia
- Mistie Knight — a Mississippi native crowned Miss Pontotoc 2002 then later Miss Las Vegas 2006
- Dana Rosengard — a Miss America Organization volunteer since 1991
- Leah Walker — a Georgia native crowned Miss Georgia 2007 then later placed in Top 10 Miss America Pageant
- Debbie Butcher — the executive director of the Miss PA Scholarship Foundation, Inc., based in Pennsylvania
Pam Dankins is the breaking news reporter for the Clarion Ledger. Have a tip? Email her at pdankins@gannett.com.
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Mississippi Lottery Mississippi Match 5, Cash 3 results for July 3, 2026
Odds of winning the Powerball and Mega Millions are NOT in your favor
Odds of hitting the jackpot in Mega Millions or Powerball are around 1-in-292 million. Here are things that you’re more likely to land than big bucks.
The Mississippi Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at July 3, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mississippi Match 5 numbers from July 3 drawing
19-25-28-30-33
Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 3 numbers from July 3 drawing
Midday: 6-2-7, FB: 3
Evening: 0-7-9, FB: 2
Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 4 numbers from July 3 drawing
Midday: 4-9-7-0, FB: 3
Evening: 9-3-3-0, FB: 2
Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from July 3 drawing
Midday: 05
Evening: 09
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Winnings of $599 or less can be claimed at any authorized Mississippi Lottery retailer.
Prizes between $600 and $99,999, may be claimed at the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters or by mail. Mississippi Lottery Winner Claim form, proper identification (ID) and the original ticket must be provided for all claims of $600 or more. If mailing, send required documentation to:
Mississippi Lottery Corporation
P.O. Box 321462
Flowood, MS
39232
If your prize is $100,000 or more, the claim must be made in person at the Mississippi Lottery headquarters. Please bring identification, such as a government-issued photo ID and a Social Security card to verify your identity. Winners of large prizes may also have the option of setting up electronic funds transfer (EFT) for direct deposits into a bank account.
Mississippi Lottery Headquarters
1080 River Oaks Drive, Bldg. B-100
Flowood, MS
39232
Mississippi Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date. For detailed instructions and necessary forms, please visit the Mississippi Lottery claim page.
When are the Mississippi Lottery drawings held?
- Cash 3: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash 4: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Match 5: Daily at 9:30 p.m. CT.
- Cash Pop: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Mississippi editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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Mississippi Lottery rolls out 4 new scratch-off games for July – SuperTalk Mississippi
As summer heats up, so do the game options from the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
The MLC has unveiled four new scratch-off games for July, now available at retailers across the state.

“The lineup ranges from $1 to $10 and offers fresh play styles, multipliers, and bonus features with top prices up to $200,000,” the MLC said in a release.
The new games include:
- Fast Bucks ($1): Delivers quick, easy play and is loaded with $200 prizes. Players can match winning numbers or scratch a “STAR” symbol in the play area to win.
- Spicy Hot Cash ($2): Features top prizes of $20,000. Players can uncover a “HOT” symbol for an instant win or a “2X” symbol to double the prize.
- Big Money Riches ($5): Offers top prizes of $100,000. Players can reveal a “MONEY BAG” symbol for an instant win or a “2X” symbol to double the prize.
- Grand Stacks ($10): Offers top prizes of $200,000 and multiple ways to multiply winnings. Players can reveal a “GOLD BAR” symbol for an instant win, “5X” or “10X” multipliers, and two bonus spots for a chance to win instant bonus prizes.
Players can also enter eligible non-winning tickets into the lottery’s second-chance program for another opportunity to win.
Please play responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please call the National Council on Problem Gambling’s toll-free helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER.
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List of Jackson area events to celebrate July 4th before firework shows
How Fourth of July became a celebration of history and hope
From revolution to massive fireworks, July Fourth evolved into a celebration of history, heritage and America’s values.
The Fourth of July is often marked by firework shows; however, there are alternative ways to celebrate the nation’s independence.
The holiday commemorates the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. The document announced the separation of the 13 North American colonies from Great Britain.
While fireworks remain a familiar staple nationwide, organizers in and near the Jackson area will offer family-friendly events that focus on patriotism and community connection without the main attraction being a dazzling burst of color and sound.
Throughout Jackson and nearby cities, events for Independence Day are expected to feature live performances, storytelling, interactive activities and games for all ages. Children can try hands-on activities, while adults can enjoy the music and cultural displays. The events are also complemented by food vendors serving classic summer treats.
With the nation also commemorating America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, the Jackson area events provide a timely reminder of civic pride.
Whether you are a longtime resident or a visitor, here are four family-friendly events in and around Jackson that you can enjoy on the holiday weekend without fireworks as the main event.
Farm Bureau Watermelon Classic 5K Run/Walk
The Annual Farm Bureau Watermelon Classic will have a 5k Run, 5k Walk and One-Mile Fun Run as competitive events, all benefitting the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum. The event is also celebrating 30 years and America’s 250th birthday.
This annual event is one of the largest fundraisers for the museum each year and helps keep the doors open to visitors.
To register for this event, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/MS/Jackson/Watermelon. Registration closes at 5 p.m. July 3, 2026.
- When: 7:30-10 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2026
- Where: Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum, 1152 Lakeland Drive in Jackson
- Admission: $18 and up
Fourth Fest
The Gluckstadt Rotary Club will present its annual Fourth Fest for the City of Gluckstadt. The event will include food trucks, inflatables, a kids’ area, a car show and performances from Joe Austin and The Tallahatchies, a live band based out of Oxford.
- When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2026
- Where: Calhoun Station Parkway in Gluckstadt
- Admission: Free
July 4th and America’s 250th Birthday Celebration
Madison the City will celebrate the Fourth of July and America’s 250th birthday with a festive program featuring the Jackson All-Stars Band, Betsy Ross sharing stories and old-fashioned games. Ed McDaniels will lead a presentation of the American flag, while Party Pets plans to offer a petting zoo. There will also be an array of food choices including hot dogs, cake, ice cream, lemonade, watermelon and strawberries.
The event’s emcee will be retired Maj. Gen. Augustus Leon Collins, who previously served as adjutant general of both the Mississippi Army and Air National Guard.
- When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2026
- Where: Strawberry Patch Park, 271 Saint Augustine Drive in Madison
- Admission: Free
Stars, Stripes & Symphony with the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra
The Levitt AMP Downtown Jackson Music Series and the Mississippi Humanities Council will present Stars, Stripes & Symphony, an America 250 Mississippi celebration.
Though the event will have a fireworks finale, it will follow the symphony’s performance of patriotic songs. The event also includes children’s activities, food and beverage vendors.
- When: 5-9 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2026
- Where: Two Mississippi Museums’ Entergy Plaza, 222 North Street in Jackson
- Admission: Free
Pam Dankins is the breaking news reporter for the Clarion Ledger. Have a tip? Email her at pdankins@gannett.com.
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