Jackson
Morning News
Thursday, March 27th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jackson will host the Hub City Flea Market on April 4 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., April 5 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and April 6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. + Vendors will offer antiques, collectibles, and more along with live music and food trucks. WNBJ 39
- ➤ Every March since 2018, high school baseball teams in Jackson and West Tennessee hold WES' Game to honor children with Down syndrome—this event raises awareness and strengthens a local tradition. The Jackson Post
- ➤ The Boys + Girls Club of Jackson celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony today for a new pavilion on Lexington Avenue built with donated materials and help from Blue Steel Manufacturing. It replaces a pavilion lost to a tornado and will give kids a cooler place to play and parents a spot to watch sports leagues + gather. WNBJ 39
- ➤ Gospel Light Baptist Church will host Hometown Hero Day this Sunday, March 30th, to honor first responders in Jackson; children will see fire trucks, police cruisers, and—if weather permits—a helicopter, with lunch served at 11 a.m. after the morning service. WNBJ 39
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Jackson Chamber earned a five-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, placing it among the top 1% of chambers. It improved from a three-star rating 15 years ago and continues to work as a team to keep meeting high standards—marking a key achievement. WNBJ 39
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Jackson is inviting residents to guide a Transportation Safety Action Plan aimed at reducing roadway fatalities and serious injuries after an online survey opened March 26, and will hold a public meeting on April 10 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Jackson Madison County Library. WYN 106.9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Two leading TSSAA players, USJ's Haylen Ayers, a two-time defending Miss Basketball winner, and Webb School-Bell Buckle's Makynli Bacon, who helped win a state championship, have been invited to the USA Basketball Women's Junior National Team minicamp. The camp runs from April 3-6 in Tampa, Florida (the players will also attend the NCAA Women's Final Four semifinals on April 4 at Amalie Arena). The Jackson Sun
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Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt - Jackson, TN
6 PM – 4 AM | Jackson | Price per team | Embark on a fun scavenger hunt that combines puzzles and exploration in Jackson.
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Penelope Road Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Hub City Brewing — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music with Penelope Road at a local brewery.
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The Music of Led Zeppelin
7:30-10 p.m. — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Enjoy a symphonic rock adventure that bridges the gulf between rock'n roll and classical music.
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Art Exhibit: Community and Neighborhood
6-8 p.m. — The Gallery on Highland — Free entry — Discover the essence of Jackson through the narratives of local artists Trey Thompson and Samantha Wood.
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26th Annual Variety Show
7-10 p.m. — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Tickets not specified — Witness an impressive showcase of student talent in dance, song, and creativity.
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Tenor Madness Jazz Celebration
7 p.m. — Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center — $30 general, $15 students — Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with live performances by the Art Edmaiston and Gregory Tardy Quartets.
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Crawfest 2025
3-8 p.m. — Hub City Brewing — Family-friendly event — Celebrate with crawfish, shrimp, and fun activities for all ages.
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Yoga in the Park
12-1 p.m. — theLOCAL — Free entry — Enjoy an inclusive yoga session for all levels led by a skilled instructor in a community setting.
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