Jackson Redevelopment Authority

10/23/2026

From the Mississippi Delta to the Capital City, Main Street is driving revitalization and economic growth!

Farish Street Historic District Main Street was honored to be invited to The Edison Foundation and Entergy’s Congressional Staff Educational Tour on October 23 in Cleveland, Mississippi.

Joining Mississippi Main Street leadership and directors from across the Delta at the Cotton House, we had the opportunity to engage with congressional staffers, government officials, and economic development leaders about the exciting work underway on Farish Street and the impact of Main Street programs across Mississippi.

10/20/2026

💻☕🛍️ Make Union Station Your Wednesday Destination!

Join us for CoWorking Wednesday! Bring your laptop, enjoy FREE Wi-Fi and coffee, and connect in a welcoming workspace.

And don't leave without visiting our NEW JXN Union Station Welcome Center & Gift Shop! Explore JXN and City With Soul merchandise and take home a little Jackson pride!

📍 Union Station | 300 W. Capitol Street
💻 CoWorking | 9 AM–5 PM
🛍️ Gift Shop | 9 AM–2 PM

Haven't stopped by yet? This Wednesday is the perfect time! Come see what's happening at Union Station. We'd love to welcome you!

10/15/2026

The deadline is approaching!

The Jackson Redevelopment Authority is accepting proposals for the redevelopment of properties in the historic Farish Street District. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of Farish Street's revitalization!

Proposal Deadline: October 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM CDT

Visit www.jrams.org for RFP details and submission instructions.

10/13/2026

BIG MOVES ON FARISH STREET!

The Jackson Redevelopment Authority (JRA) is excited to announce the sale of property in the 200 block of Farish Street to Maati Jone Primm, third-generation owner of the legendary Marshall’s Music & Books!

Established in the 1940s and believed to be the nation’s oldest operating Black-owned bookstore, Marshall’s is planning to relocate from its longtime home at 618 North Farish Street to this newly acquired property, continuing its 80+-year legacy in the historic district!

This is revitalization in action—preserving history, supporting legacy businesses, and investing in Farish Street’s future!

Congratulations to Ms. Primm! We're excited for this next chapter!

And there's MORE to come! Stay tuned!

10/08/2026

10/08/2026

Taking Jackson’s redevelopment vision to the nation’s capital! 🏛️

Last month, JRA CEO Alex Lawson and Community Development Manager Valerie Clark traveled to Washington, D.C., to represent JRA and the City of Jackson at the National Association for Local Housing Finance Agencies (NALHFA) Fall Educational Summit.

Lawson joined housing leaders from across the country as a featured speaker on “New Horizons for Public Land Housing Development,” sharing a powerful message: Public Land is Public Capital.

With thousands of publicly owned and tax-forfeited properties, former school sites, and undeveloped land throughout Jackson, JRA is focused on transforming underutilized properties into opportunities for housing, neighborhood revitalization, and economic growth.

We’re not just looking at what these properties are today. We’re envisioning what they can become for Jackson’s future!

10/07/2026

On September 28, JRA was pleased to join Ward 7 neighborhood leaders for a day of conversation, connection, and collaboration.

Thank you to Councilman Kevin Parkinson for organizing these quarterly meetings and for including JRA in important conversations about Jackson’s neighborhoods. We also appreciate the opportunity for the National Folk Festival to share what’s ahead for Jackson this November!

Strong neighborhoods. Strong partnerships. A stronger Jackson.

10/07/2026

Work. Connect. Shop. Repeat. 💻☕🛍️

It’s CoWorking Wednesday at Union Station! Bring your laptop, grab a cup of coffee, and enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi while you work, connect and collaborate.

And while you’re here, stop by our NEW Welcome Center & Gift Shop — now OPEN! Shop JXN and City With Soul merchandise and pick up a little Jackson pride.

📍 Union Station | 300 W. Capitol Street
💻 CoWorking Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM
🛍️ Welcome Center & Gift Shop | 9 AM–2 PM

Come work. Stay awhile. Shop local. Experience Union Station!

10/06/2026

Congratulations to JRA Board Member Dr. Lemia Jenkins on being named one of Hometown Magazine's Best of the Best Top 40 Under 40!

This recognition reflects the caliber of talented, accomplished leadership helping guide JRA and move the City of Jackson forward. We are proud to have Dr. Jenkins serving on our Board and bringing her leadership, vision, and commitment to the important work of redevelopment in our city.

Congratulations, Dr. Jenkins, on this well-deserved honor!

10/06/2026

The Farish Street Green is open!