Jackson
Morning News
Friday, January 31st, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jackson's Street Department reorganizes pothole repairs into a district-based schedule for improved efficiency and resource use. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ Jackson State Community College Athletics will host West Tennessee's largest Easter egg hunt and egg drop, featuring over 75,000 eggs and free activities, on April 19, 2025. WYN 106.9
- ➤ RIFA in Jackson is asking for donations to support their soup kitchen, including milk, mixed fruit, jelly, paper bowls, and coffee filters. WNBJ 39
- ➤ The Jackson Police Department, in partnership with the Safe Store Tennessee Program, is offering free firearm cable locks to improve community safety by encouraging secure gun storage. WYN 106.9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Jackson, TN, a child found unresponsive in an apartment died of blunt force trauma, leading to felony murder charges against caretaker Judon Roberson, Jr. WNWS Radio
- ➤ Individuals were booked into Madison County Jail between 1/29/25 and 1/30/25, with the booking not implying guilt. WYN 106.9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson Teen Theatre performed 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time', a play about a boy solving a mystery to clear his name, with more shows scheduled. WBBJ-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Carl Perkins Center in Jackson, Tennessee, will host its largest bridal show on February 2, 2025, featuring vendors, a fashion show, and prize opportunities for a $5 entry fee. WNBJ 39
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tom Britt, a veteran news anchor and sports broadcaster, will be honored with the 2025 Billy Schrivner Distinguished Service Award at the Jackson-Madison County Sports Hall of Fame event. WNWS Radio
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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.
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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.
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Kids’ Guide Launch Party in Jackson, TN
The Visit Jackson, TN launch party for the Kids’ Guide features games, live music, and chances to win prizes, designed for families and children.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Enjoy an enchanting Candlelight Concert featuring the Listeso String Quartet playing Whitney Houston's timeless hits in a beautifully illuminated setting.
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Experience Life as an Astronaut at TimeSpace
This event offers a unique opportunity to explore the reality of being an astronaut and find out if you have what it takes to join the International Space Station.
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