Jackson
Morning News
Monday, January 12th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Black Tie and Boxing returns to Jackson on Saturday evening at the Jackson Fairgrounds where Leaders Credit Union presents sanctioned MMA and kickboxing matches to support The STAR Center, alongside elegant dining + fundraising auctions hosted by local Lauren 'LOLO' Pritchard. WYN 106.9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Voting is now open for Jackson area's high school boys basketball athlete of the week covering Jan. 5-10; the poll closes Jan. 15 at 4 p.m. Nominees include athletes from Camden, Dyer County, Dyersburg, Greenfield, Hardin County, Peabody and Trinity Christian Academy. The Jackson Sun
- ➤ Voting is open until Jan. 15 at 4 p.m. for the Jackson area high school girls basketball Athlete of the Week, with nominees including Chelby Jordan (Dyersburg), Gabbie Dillon (Madison), Allie Grant (Milan), Ally Collins (South Side), and Lilly Teague (USJ). The Jackson Sun
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Cheers & Chills Paint & Sip
6-9 p.m. — Lori's Creative Gatherings — $40 — Unleash creativity with a fun evening of painting and a cozy hot cocoa bar amid good vibes.
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Sole Mates Paint & Sip
5-8 p.m. — Lori's Creative Gatherings — $35 per painter — Unleash your creativity with paint and wine in a relaxed atmosphere without the Valentine pressure.
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2026 Annual Celebration and Awards
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Free entry — Celebrate achievements and network with business leaders in an informal social setting.
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