Jackson
Morning News
Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ First responders rushed to a mass casualty wreck involving a Greyhound bus on Highway 70 East near the Madison County Solid Waste Convenience Center just before 7 p.m. Monday—39 patients were involved with about 29 transported by ambulance as officials asked residents to avoid the area. WYN 106.9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jackson Police Chief Thom Corley addressed weekend gun violence when a Saturday 8:41 p.m. shooting at Kate Campbell Park left seven victims—six discharged and one hospitalized in stable condition—and an early Sunday shooting on Old Hickory Blvd resulted in one death and another man seriously injured as police use camera footage and witness statements to investigate. WYN 106.9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Northside Church is preparing to stage an original musical called Abandoned that explores a young man's journey from the past and healing in God's grace. The free performance will run on Friday and Saturday nights at 7 p.m. and on Sunday at 6 p.m. — group reservations are available. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ Brownsville native Helen Turner, a former pitmaster who ran Helen’s BBQ for 28 years, has been inducted into the 2025 Barbecue Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will be held on November 8 during the American Royal World Series of Barbecue—an honor that marks her lasting impact on the art of barbecue. WBBJ-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jackson Mayor Scott Conger proposed raising property taxes and city vehicle sticker fees to fund improvements on streets, sidewalks and public spaces but many residents voiced their worries—the proposal has not yet been scheduled for review by the city council. WNBJ 39
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Jackson Rockabillys vs. Dubois County Bombers
7-10 p.m. — The Ballpark at Jackson — Come show support for Jackson's hometown team as they take on the Dubois County Bombers.
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State Games of Tennessee Pickleball Tournament
12 PM – 7 PM — Conger Park — Registration fees apply — Enjoy competitive pickleball with 18 courts and exclusive player amenities.
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Cornhole State Games of Tennessee
6 PM – 9 PM — Fairgrounds Park — Entry fees range from $30 to $60 — Compete for Gold, Silver, and Bronze in a thrilling cornhole tournament for all skill levels.
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State Games of Tennessee 2025: Horseshoes Competition
9 AM — Malesus Park — Awards for top athletes — Compete for glory in a friendly horseshoes showdown at Tennessee's inaugural state games.
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Jackson Rockabillys vs. Normal CornBelters
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Tickets available — Enjoy a thrilling live baseball matchup as the Rockabillys take on the CornBelters.
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Jackson Rockabillys vs. Springfield Lucky Horseshoes
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Support your local team — Catch an exciting baseball game as the Rockabillys take on the Horseshoes.
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Yoga in the Park
10-11 a.m. — theLOCAL — Free entry — Enjoy a refreshing yoga session led by experienced instructors in a welcoming atmosphere.
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Time TBA — Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating musical adaptation of Victor Hugo’s timeless tale set in fifteenth-century Paris.
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~ Jim Rohn
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