Jackson
Morning News
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday morning, Rotary Clubs of Jackson organized a shoe donation event at Arlington Elementary School—chairs were arranged in the busy gym to help distribute the new footwear to students. The Jackson Post
- ➤ Residents in Jackson are encouraged to support service workers still recovering from Winter Storm Fern by tipping generously through the Big Tip initiative organized by Visit Jackson plus the Greater Jackson Chamber of Commerce. Local establishments, including cafes and restaurants, report a noticeable uptick in tips. WNBJ 39
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Raising Cane’s opened its door Tuesday on Vann Drive in north Jackson. The restaurant offered free meals and merchandise to the first 100 customers—who entered a drawing for a year of free Cane’s—and plans community partnerships with local shelters, youth groups, and churches. WBBJ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson Symphony will perform 'The Romantic,' featuring Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 2 and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center (400 South Highland Avenue) on Saturday, March 14 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., with tickets available online. WNBJ 39
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Leaders Education Foundation announced EPlus Broadband as the presenting sponsor for EmpowerEd: An Evening with John O’Leary, scheduled for Sept. 17 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center in Jackson. Nominations for the EmpowerEd Educator Awards remain open until March 28 — the event honors educators across the community. WBBJ-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jackson has reopened most parks as the ice melts today, allowing residents to use park spaces and resume outdoor programs. The parks department said Cypress Grove (still closed) and Muse Park (also closed) will remain off-limits until further details are provided. WNBJ 39
- ➤ Hardin County Fire Department warns residents not to burn storm debris after the storm left fallen trees and branches. Residents should take debris to Landfill Lane in Bucktown (permit required if burning). WNBJ 39
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Jackson TN Reptile & Exotic Pet Expo
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Fairgrounds Park — $5 admission, under 11 free — Discover a variety of reptiles, exotic pets, and supplies at this family-friendly expo.
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Jackson Sports Cards & Collectibles Show
9 AM – 4 PM — Clarion Hotel Jackson Northwest — Free entry — Explore a variety of sports cards and collectibles from local dealers.
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