Jackson
Morning News
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pastor James T. Farmer (of Historic Woodlawn Missionary Baptist Church) delivered a keynote address in Downtown Jackson on Monday, Jan. 19, urging the community to seek justice during the Jackson-Madison event. The Jackson Post
- ➤ A Facebook post from Four Seasons Nursery in Jackson announced sled sales and has been shared over 90 times as residents prepare for winter fun. The nursery will offer these sleds as locals plan for snowy weekends. WNBJ 39
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Manpower Jobs is hosting its New Year, New Career hiring event today at several West Tennessee sites, including Jackson, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Job seekers should bring resumes & ID to access available opportunities. WNBJ 39
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sherry Freeman from The Jackson Symphony shared details for A Symphony Soirée, an upcoming Valentine Pops show during a local TV segment. The event will offer community members a chance to enjoy live music and celebrate love soon. WBBJ-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Jackson is preparing temporary warming shelters at First Methodist and T.R. White Sportsplex for families as extreme winter weather arrives this weekend; Mayor Scott Conger asks residents to volunteer by Thursday (training is set for Friday afternoon) to keep them open. WBBJ-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Icy weather will affect the Jackson area later this week. Local experts advise drivers to check tire wear, carry extra car supplies, and slow down to maintain safe distances (prepare, protect, and prevent) if travel is necessary. WNBJ 39
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee football ended its 2025 season unranked in both Top 25 polls after an 8-5 record and a 30-28 loss to Illinois in the Music City Bowl; final polls released Jan. 20 mark the first unranked finish since 2021. The Jackson Sun
- ➤ Tuesday night, the Westview lady Chargers earned their sixth consecutive win by beating Peabody in a spirited game. The team showed strong teamwork to secure their win streak. WBBJ-TV
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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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