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Thursday, January 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • West Tennessee communities are organizing various events, including speeches, marches, and service activities, to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20.  WYN 106.9
  • Jackson Downtown Development receives a grant exceeding $300,000 to enhance the façades of buildings, aiming to boost downtown attractiveness and business traffic.  The Jackson Post

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A semi-truck overturned on I-40 in northeast Madison County, temporarily halting traffic in both directions before lanes reopened.  WYN 106.9

CRIME NEWS

  • The U.S. Marshals Service arrested 18-year-old Terrecus Hamilton in Jackson, TN, for attempted first degree murder and three counts of aggravated assault.  WYN 106.9

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Jazz Foundation of West Tennessee will honor Martin Luther King Jr. with the 'Let Freedom Swing' tribute event featuring musicians Joe Restivo and Patrice Williamson.  WNBJ 39

HEALTH NEWS

  • Jackson, Tennessee, partners with Avive Solutions and Friends of Heart in the '4 Minute City' program to boost sudden cardiac arrest survival rates by deploying AEDs to CPR-trained volunteers.  WBBJ-TV

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Jackson Boom football team prepares for the preseason with optimism and a strong training regime.  WBBJ-TV
  • North Side's boys' basketball team rallied in the second half to overcome a deficit against Chester County for a 62-48 victory, emphasizing the importance of effort and setting an early tone for District 12-AAA play.  The Jackson Post
  • Union Lady Bulldogs basketball player Macey Lee achieved 500 career rebounds, contributing to the team's 14-2 record and 10-game winning streak.  WYN 106.9

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • Medal Madness Multi-Distance Race at North Park, Jackson, TN

    This multi-distance running event offers 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon races, providing a variety of options for participants of all skill levels.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Jackson TN Exotic Pet Expo: A Weekend of Fascinating Creatures

    The Jackson TN Exotic Pet Expo features a variety of exotic pets such as reptiles, parrots, and small mammals, along with pet supplies for an educational experience.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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