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Wednesday, January 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 100 Women Who Care: West Tennessee is accepting grant applications from local nonprofits to benefit rural communities, with a focus on women and children, until January 31, 2025. WYN 106.9
- ➤ Steve Smith will retire as Executive Director of Jackson Regional Airport after 16 years, during which he oversaw over $50 million in improvements. WNBJ 39
- ➤ The Hub City Flea Market will reopen from February 7-9, featuring live music and food trucks. WNBJ 39
CRIME NEWS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ned in Jackson will host a candlelit concert tribute to Adele's music on January 17 at 6:30 p.m., recommending attendance for those aged eight and older. WNBJ 39
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jackson City Council votes to lower bond request from $36M to a maximum of $26M to gain public trust and fund city projects. WYN 106.9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jay'Len Mosley, a record-setting wide receiver, announced his commitment to Central Arkansas for college football, emphasizing the program's familial atmosphere and his recovery and growth from a severe injury. The Jackson Post
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2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off at Century Farm Winery
The 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off features contestants competing for the titles of Grand Champion and People’s Choice Winner, with chili tasting available to attendees in support of a charitable cause.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.
~ Rumi
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