Organizers thanked Alderwoman Kim Moreland for a donation to support National Night Out 2026 in a Facebook post, saying the contribution will help local planning efforts and community activities, organizers said.
National Night Out is an annual campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie across the United States. The event typically takes place on the first Tuesday in August and brings together residents, law enforcement, elected officials and community groups for block parties, safety demonstrations and outreach.
Local donations and sponsorships help pay for supplies, publicity and programming that encourage participation and strengthen ties between neighbors and public safety agencies. Support from an elected official such as an alderwoman signals municipal backing for community-based crime prevention and civic engagement, organizers said.
Residents interested in participating or volunteering are encouraged to watch for details from local organizers about dates, locations and activities for National Night Out 2026. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
Jon Ross Myers founded Mississippi News Group in 2013. Before founding the organization, he worked at The Daily Mississippian, The Marion Salute and The Southern Sentinel. A Mississippi journalist and writer based in Ripley, he received second place in poetry in the 2025 William Faulkner Literary Competition for "The Garden."
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