Jackson
Morning News
Monday, June 1st, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chickasaw State Park (Chester county) hosted a leaf impression class at its Nature Center on Sunday, where participants used clay that dries in the air to create plates and learn about local plants; additional events for families like a Nature Scavenger Hunt and Leaf Printed Butterflies are planned. WBBJ-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CVS in Jackson now offers custom graduation photo banners for $15 that are available for same day pickup until Saturday, June 6. Customers can shop for graduation essentials like thank-you cards, balloons, and photo gifts for every level of achievement. The Jackson Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ City leaders held a retirement reception on Friday honoring Tony Black, who is starting his new role as the district-wide full-time athletic director for Jackson-Madison County Schools (celebrating his long service and new chapter). The Jackson Post
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tornado Alley's eastern shift is raising Tennessee's tornado risks as more nocturnal storms hit areas with older homes. Experts blame warmer Gulf waters and drier western air for the increase and advise residents to stay alert for severe weather throughout the year. The Jackson Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee law does not ban having a dog in your lap while driving, but if the pet distracts you, a citation could follow. Officials advise using a secure harness (or crate) to keep pets safe during travel. The Jackson Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Residents can learn about Tennessee’s four venomous snakes including timber rattlesnakes in wooded, rocky hills, pygmy rattlesnakes near wetlands in the Western Highland Rim, copperheads in forested areas and cottonmouths by water; Mayo Clinic advises calling 911 immediately if bitten. The Jackson Sun
- ➤ Local groups including the National Road Safety Foundation, FCCLA and Students Against Destructive Decisions are launching an effort to turn the 100 Deadliest Days into 100 Safest Days during summer break, urging teens in Jackson to drive safely and report risky rides from Memorial Day through Labor Day. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ Local experts share safety tips as gun laws change nationwide, urging owners to follow four simple rules (treat every gun as loaded, keep your finger off the trigger until ready, avoid pointing at unintended targets, and stay aware of surroundings) to prevent accidents. WBBJ-TV
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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.
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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.
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