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Tuesday, May 26th, 2026

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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • U.S. News & World Report rankings released in April place Tennessee colleges in the top 100 for education, business, law, nursing, and engineering, with Vanderbilt University (Nashville) and the University of Tennessee-Knoxville ranking high while Jackson’s Union University nearly missed inclusion for its doctor of nursing practice program.  The Jackson Sun

FINANCE NEWS

  • The Better Business Bureau has warned Jackson consumers to check their credit reports after a surge in errors that can affect loans, jobs, and insurance. The report said issues like duplicate listings and incorrect details led to 6.6 million complaints in 2025.  WBBJ-TV

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Jackson Rockabillys will begin their 2026 season tomorrow night at home against the Dubois County Bombers — marking the team's season opener.  WNBJ 39

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Alton River Dragons vs. Jackson Rockabillys

    7-10 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Free for first 500 fans — Enjoy Mystery Bag Night with surprises for lucky attendees.

    Thu, 5/28/26

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  • Alton River Dragons vs. Jackson Rockabillys

    7 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Family-friendly event — Kick off summer with an exciting baseball game and a fireworks show!

    Sat, 5/30/26

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  • Teacher Appreciation Night at Jackson Rockabillys

    7-10 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — $1 for teachers — Celebrate local educators with fun prizes and a night of baseball.

    Wed, 6/10/26

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  • Bryan Moffit Live Music

    7:30 PM — Jackson's AMP at the Market — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly live music and unwind with the sounds of West Tennessee.

    Fri, 6/12/26

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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