Jackson
Morning News
Sunday, March 30th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Ford Driving Skills program is helping teen drivers gain experience at Rockabilly Stadium today and tomorrow as they practice driving a Ford Mustang and learn handling techniques for risky situations. Ford Philanthropy and the Governor’s Highway Safety Association host three sessions each day starting at 8 a.m. for participants with a valid permit or license. WBBJ TV
- ➤ A special ceremony hosted Saturday by the local DAR and TNSSAR honored Vietnam War veterans and their family members in Jackson—veterans received commemorative lapel pins and Certificates of Honor. A signed proclamation declared March 29 as Vietnam Veterans Day in Jackson. WYN 106.9
- ➤ The annual Misfit Market Expo took place at Jackson Fairgrounds Park on Saturday with local vendors selling odd items and food trucks serving various foods, and today the expo continues with doors open from 10 until 5 for those planning to drop by. WYN 106.9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hub City Theatre Company debuted its production of Shakespeare’s 'The Comedy of Errors' at Rotary Park near the Jackson-Madison County Library on March 28th—set in a 1920s mountain town—to make the play clear and accessible, and will perform again today at 3:00 p.m. and on April 4th, 5th, and 6th—under the direction of Isabella Gray. WYN 106.9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti alerted 23andMe customers today that they may delete their genetic data and have their DNA samples destroyed following the company’s bankruptcy filing on Sunday — the firm plans to sell most of its assets, including personal information; he advised consumers to follow the instructions on the state website to safeguard their privacy. WYN 106.9
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Tipton County Animal Shelter selected Harmony as this week’s Pet of the Week; the housebroken dog loves car rides and grooming and is ready for adoption, so interested adopters should call Lee Riley or Amber Smith at (901)-837-5919. WYN 106.9
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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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