Good morning, Jackson.

The Greater Jackson Chamber held its awards celebration on Feb.

4 and posthumously honored Ted Austin with the Jonas Kisber Community Impact Award. The chamber also announced its Momentum capital campaign and BIG TIP initiative to support local service workers after Winter Storm Fern impacted the region.

Ford partners with Brownsville Haywood County Animal Shelter to offer free pet adoptions and cover spay & neuter costs this February.

Ford’s community relations manager says the effort aims to help pets find loving homes in time for Valentine’s Day.

The Greater Jackson Chamber hosted its Celebration & Awards ceremony on Wednesday, Feb.

4 to honor local business and nonprofit leaders; awards recognized achievements in industry and community service from both large and small organizations.

Hidden Leaders, a dual event by Our Jackson Home and The Reel Collective, will be held on Feb.

26 at Turntable Coffee Counter. The event features a documentary screening and Winter journal release honoring six local community leaders and requires an RSVP.

Tennessee businesses will save on workers' comp premiums as the Department of Commerce and Insurance announced a 1.1% cut in the assigned risk rate and a 2% overall loss cost reduction for the voluntary market starting Mar.

1, marking 13 consecutive years of declines.

Jackson-Madison County Schools has recognized four district-level Teachers of the Year for 2025 — 2026, including Stephanie Lewis, Chanda Brafa, Karen McGee, and Savannah Nevels — each honored for their commitment to student success.

The district will choose one teacher as its regional representative.

The FBI honored the Jackson Fire Department and Central Dispatch (EMS Division Chief Matt Jones and SWAT medics received Certificates of Appreciation during the Austin Drummond manhunt last August, and dispatchers earned Letters of Commendation during a Hays Street fire) for life-saving efforts.

This morning, the SBA announced low-interest disaster loans for Tennessee private nonprofits affected by the severe winter storm that hit from Jan.

22 to 27. Eligible organizations (food kitchens, shelters, community centers) can apply online with deadlines on April 7 and Nov. 6.

Today, Tennessee expanded its Get Alarmed program to offer free carbon monoxide alarms along with smoke detectors for residents in West Tennessee following recent CO issues during Winter Storm Fern.

Residents can request a free device by contacting their local fire department.

TSSAA wins leader Gary Rankin resigned as football coach at Boyd-Buchanan on Feb.

11 — he said he is not retiring and may coach again if the right opportunity arises, staying through the school year.

Sportsmen are reminded that a free permit will be required for the Light Goose Conservation season, which runs Feb.

15 to March 31, when Blue, Snow and Ross's geese can be hunted using unplugged shotguns and electronic calls. Hunters must have a valid license to participate.

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.

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.

Spring Festival

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Donnell Century Farm — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in a breathtaking field of tulips and compete to win the Miss Teen Volunteer America crown.