Good morning, Jackson.

Locals attended the 10th annual Black Tie & Boxing fundraiser at the Jackson Fairgrounds on Jan.

10, 2026 where they wore formal attire & boxing gloves to support community causes, enjoying scheduled matches & social moments throughout the event.

Small business owners in Jackson can apply for a retail unit or food truck space at theLOCAL; rent starts at ($600 per month) including utilities and internet.

Applications are due by February 16.

The Jazz Foundation of West Tennessee hosts a tribute performance honoring Martin Luther King Jr. on Saturday, Jan.

17 at The Ned (314 E. Main St.) from 7 to 9 p.m. featuring the Dave Potter and Henry Conerway III Quartets; tickets cost $30 in advance and $35 at the door.

The Mardi Gras Party is set for Friday, Feb.

6 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church on Church Street to raise funds for a new playground. The all-ages event will offer a catered dinner + auctions and dancing to celebrate New Orleans tradition.

As winter temperatures return, local utility provider JEA advises residents to set thermostats at 68, use microwaves instead of ovens, and seal leaks to reduce higher bills from increased heating consumption.

Customers experiencing a significant rise are urged to call JEA customer service (731) 422-7500 for assistance.

The application portal for the Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarship is open to help eligible (K-12) students receive state funds for tuition at approved private schools; families should apply by Friday, Jan.

30.

The Jackson-Madison County School System will hold its first district-wide spelling bee in over 20 years on Jan.

22 at Liberty High School auditorium at 5:30 p.m. Elementary and middle school students will compete for a chance to qualify for regionals and the national contest.

Jackson-Madison County School System is now accepting Open Enrollment applications for families who want to enroll their children in schools outside their zoned areas (high school applications are accepted until Feb.

6 and elementary and middle until Mar. 6). The district offers a variety of programs that broaden educational opportunities.

Jackson gun safety expert Kristy Titus advises residents who received firearms over the holidays to contact local law enforcement for free cable locks available at key centers including the Driver Services Center, Police Department, and Highway Patrol headquarters to secure firearms and store ammunition safely.

Tennessee pizza chains are celebrating National Pizza Week with special offers until Saturday, Jan.

17 — local deals include discounted pizzas, combo meals, and carryout promotions from Pizza Hut, Domino's, Casey’s, and more. Check with local pizzerias for additional offers.

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.

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.

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.