Jackson
Morning News
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On March 12, the Jackson-Madison County School Board honored students for their statewide competition work and approved funds to repair the Rose Hill roof. The board also noted that eight VEX teams participated in the challenge (further details pending). The Jackson Post
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Restaurant chains including Krispy Kreme, Applebee's, and McDonald's are offering festive deals and free food for St. Patrick's Day (celebrated tomorrow) in Jackson; customers who wear green can receive a free doughnut while themed drinks and rewards boost the holiday spirit. The Jackson Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee basketball, a No. 6 seed, will play on March 20 at Xfinity Mobile Arena, facing the winner of the play-in game between Miami (Ohio) and SMU at 4:25 p.m. ET on TBS. The Jackson Sun
- ➤ A printable 2026 NCAA Tournament bracket is available online for local fans to fill out their picks after the field was announced on March 15; the tool lets Jackson basketball enthusiasts prepare for March Madness. The Jackson Sun
- ➤ Voting is open for the Jackson area boys high school athlete of the week from March 9 to March 14 and ballots will close on March 19 at 4 p.m. Nominees include Walker Aston, Abraham Castillo, Gabe Chatman, Bryson Johnson and Callan Willis. The Jackson Sun
- ➤ Voting for the Jackson area girls high school athlete of the week is open until Thursday at 4 p.m. Nominees include student athletes from Bradford, Huntingdon, Middleton, Dyersburg, and Adamsville. The Jackson Sun
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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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K-Pop Warriors Family Show
4:30-6 p.m. — Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center — Family-friendly event — Experience high-energy K-Pop music and dance in a colorful live show for all ages.
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Boots Blues & Beer
7 PM – 12 AM — Carl Perkins Civic Center — $400-$560 per table — Experience the best Southern Soul concert with live music and cold drinks in Jackson, TN.
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Easter Day Buffet
10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jackson — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a festive Easter buffet with seasonal favorites for the whole family.
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