Good morning, Jackson.

Jackson Arts Council will host Arts Backstage 2026 on Thursday, May 21 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at The NED (314 East Main Street), showcasing live music, dance, theater, film, literary and visual arts.

Jackson Area Community Bands will host a free spring concert featuring live performances by the Symphonic Winds and Swing Orchestra at Union University's Savage Chapel on Monday, May 11 at 7 p.m.—offering family-friendly music from across West Tennessee.

Union University held its final service at the G.M.

Savage Memorial Chapel this morning, ending over 50 years of community worship. The chapel will be demolished after the spring semester to build a new (32,000 sqft, $30 million) worship center set for dedication in January 2028.

Jackson is accepting nominations for the Mayor’s Civic Pride Awards to honor homeowners celebrated for exceptional landscaping, curb appeal and property upkeep (nominations are open to any resident within the city limits).

Winners will be announced during an awards presentation in August.

Stopdistractions.org reports that 34 people die each day when drivers look away from the road.

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month & experts advise turning phones to Do Not Disturb and avoiding other in-car distractions to help save lives.

Jackson Rotary Club hosted Brian Straessle (president of the Sycamore Institute) at First United Methodist Church in downtown Jackson to examine how rising housing prices, population growth, and limited supply affect local affordability.

He detailed data-driven policy options that could boost local economic growth.

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.

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.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

7:30-10 p.m. — The Carnegie Center for Arts and History — Ticket info available — Experience the quirky battle of middle schoolers in a heartwarming spelling competition.

The 4th Annual Misfits Market Expo

10 a.m.-7 p.m. — Jackson Fairgrounds Park — Free admission — Explore a whimsical assortment of vendors offering oddities, handcrafted art, and live entertainment.

Stacy Mitchhart Concert

7:30-10 p.m. — Jackson's AMP at the Market — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening of free family-friendly live music in a beautiful outdoor setting.