Category Archives: Disasters

Faith Conquered Mud

Neither road nor moves could wipe away the faith of the members of the Little Jerusalem Church. A massive mudslide tried really hard in 1972. Continue reading

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Jackson’s Forgotten Flood

The February 1939 flood established a highwater mark that stood for 83 years. Learn more about Jackson’s forgotten flood. Continue reading

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Corner Lunch Burned

A driver saw the smoke pouring from the back of the Corner Lunch. Within minutes the fire department was on the scene, but a three-hour battle was required to save downtown Jackson. Continue reading

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