Good morning, Jackson.

Wendy's CEO Ken Cook said the chain closed 28 restaurants in Q4 2025 and will close 5%-6% (roughly 240 to 360 stores) nationwide starting in Q4 2026 as part of a plan to fix underperforming locations, though no Tennessee location among its 167 stores was specified.

The Carnegie Center for Arts and History at 305 East College Street in Jackson will host an opening reception for Pictures and Poems on Thursday, March 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. The free event features contemporary photography paired with poetry, light snacks + a decaf coffee bar.

Gov. Bill Lee signed a law allowing high school athletes to transfer schools once & gain immediate eligibility.

The rule applies for grades 6-8 and 9-12 and will take effect July 1 for the next school year.

Jackson State Community College reopened the F.E.

Wright Administration Building at its Jackson Campus on Thursday, Feb. 19. The nearly 19,000 sqft facility underwent a 16‐month renovation to support modern student services — officials said the upgrade honors its legacy while meeting today’s needs.

City workers have been filling potholes in south Jackson since Jan.

31 after winter storm Fern, though local residents report frustration with unfinished repairs. The city applies a cold patch as a temporary fix & awaits asphalt plant openings in early April.

Tennessee's spring turkey hunting season will begin with a youth-only weekend on April 4-5, when children aged 6 to 16 may hunt one turkey per day under adult supervision; the general season runs from April 11 to May 24 with a bag limit of two male turkeys.

A literary contributor praised a local judge for ruling that Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar is ineligible for the upcoming 2026 college football season.

The decision upholds impartial law while stirring debate among local sports fans.

The 2026 Bill Dance Signature Lakes Giant Bass Open will kick off on March 7 and 8 at Pickwick Landing State Park where local anglers will compete for cash prizes plus the overall winner will earn keys to a Bass Tracker Classic XL.

The Westview Chargers clinched the District 14-2A championship today by defeating Peabody in a close game where Zach Jones led his team.

The win marks a key moment in their season.

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.

Jackson TN Dog Fanciers Association AKC All-Breed Dog Show

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Fairgrounds Park — Admission prices vary — Experience one of the region's premier canine events featuring a variety of dog breeds.

West Tennessee Go Red for Women

6-9 p.m. — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Learn about heart health — Empowering women to take action against cardiovascular disease.

Jackson Tennessee Camp

6-7:30 p.m. — Jackson Christian School Gym — Free entry — Gain valuable life skills at the symposium led by community legends.