Jackson
Morning News
Monday, April 6th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local music fans enjoyed Boots, Blues, and Beer at the Carl Perkins Civic Center today as Southern soul artists Marcellus the Singer, Cecily Wilborn, K. Morris and DJ Von performed blues classics & line dancing with support from Power 104. WBBJ-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Voting for the Jackson area high school athlete of the week is open until Thursday, April 9 at 4 p.m. and features softball nominees Kyleigh Baker (Bruceton), Kiyra Liggins (Crockett County), Devin Brown (Lexington), Jaycee Prather (Ripley) and Laura Kate Prater (USJ) whose performances were evaluated from March 30-April 4. The Jackson Sun
- ➤ Voting is open until Thursday, April 9 at 4 p.m. for Jackson area high school boys athlete of the week covering March 30-April 4 - baseball and soccer nominees from Chester, Crockett, Hardin, McKenzie, McNairy, Obion, South Gibson, Trinity Christian Academy and Westview await your vote. The Jackson Sun
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Crawfest 2026
3-8 p.m. — Hub City Brewing — Family-friendly event — Enjoy delicious crawfish and shrimp with the best company in downtown Jackson.
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Blue Suede Weekend 2026
7-11 p.m. — Hub City Brewing — Enjoy a rockabilly celebration of Carl Perkins' classic tune with live performances.
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Jackson Tennessee Camp
6-8 p.m. — Jackson Christian Football Field — Free entry — Experience the excitement of Friday Night Lights at this engaging football camp.
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Stokely and the Bandits: Cinco de Mayo Celebration
2-6 p.m. — Tekila Mexican Bar & Grill — Enjoy the vibrant sounds of local musicians with a diverse setlist.
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