Jackson
Morning News
Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Carl Perkins Center for Child Abuse Exchange Club held its 32nd annual Blue Suede Dinner and Auction in Jackson. Award-winning band Sixwire performed 70s hits as the event raised funds to support local children & families. WYN 106.9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jackson's Jack and Jill of America chapter celebrated its Founder's Day and Mother's Day Tea Saturday afternoon. Attendees shared snacks, conversation, and tea while chapter president Robyn Winston-Hicks said the gathering felt like a long-awaited homecoming (the event had been postponed after a winter storm cancelled its original date). WBBJ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The James Madison Chapter of the Tennessee Society Sons of the American Revolution met Sunday at VFW Post 6496 and unveiled plans for its Patriot's Chest exhibit, a mobile display of colonial artifacts & everyday items. The group will tour schools and community venues to teach students about colonial history. WBBJ-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents reported loud booms after 10 a.m. Sunday, and authorities confirmed the sounds were controlled detonations to remove local beaver dams in northern Madison County (Sheriff’s Office). WBBJ-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ South Side boys secured a 65-48 win over Obion County in the Region 7-3A quarterfinals on Feb. 28, and a fan held up a belt near the bench as the game drew to a close. The Jackson Post
- ➤ Voting is open for Jackson high school girls basketball athlete of the week from Feb. 23-28; voters have until Thursday, March 5 at 4 p.m. to choose from nominees including Ri’Kiya Mitchell (South Side), Tori Robinson (Trinity Christian), Bailee Shelton (McNairy Central), Averly Warren (Hardin County), and Camariya Woodland (Haywood). The Jackson Sun
- ➤ The Jackson Sun invites votes for the area's boys high school Athlete of the Week covering Feb. 23-28; the poll remains open until March 5 at 4 p.m. Nominees are Nathan Graham (Jackson Central-Merry), Josh Sain (Liberty), Jamarcus Haynes (Peabody), Jack Cupples (Riverside) and Zack Niven (Trinity Christian Academy). The Jackson Sun
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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15th Annual Motor Mania Car Show
9 AM – 4 PM — Fairgrounds Park — $5 admission, kids 5 and under free — Celebrate custom and classic cars with live music and family fun activities.
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