Good morning, Jackson.

Residents can explore nature at Cypress Grove Nature Park as guided summer walks begin on June 9 — with walks every Tuesday and Thursday at 3:30 p.m. through August 6.

Leadership JEA partnered with the Keep Jackson Beautiful Commission Wednesday morning for the Great American Cleanup — the nation’s largest community improvement effort — to clean, green, and beautify local spaces.

Public pools at T.R. White Sportsplex and Westwood Community Center opened Wednesday for summer swim from 1:00 to 4:00 Monday through Saturday, charging a $2 entry fee and requiring that children under eight be accompanied by an adult.

Madison Alexander and Heather Pace explained on our show that the Jackson Symphony’s Music and Healing Outreach Program will host Jesus Summer Jam, a free youth rally for 7th-12th graders, on June 22 at West Carroll High School Gymnasium with doors opening at 5 p.m.

Voting for the local round of the Star-Spangled Sing-Off is now open; residents may cast one vote per email (each day) to support their favorite performance, with winners moving one step closer to an all-expenses-paid Nashville trip when voting closes on June 12 and results are announced on June 18.

On Wednesday, June 3, the Jackson-Madison County School System celebrated its Class of 2026 graduates who earned over $44M in scholarships by completing nearly 9,000 college credit hours and earning 867 certifications, with 584 meeting state benchmarks and 70 joining the Armed Forces.

The Jackson-Madison County Library is hosting its Summer Reading Program at the Downtown branch, offering free educational and entertainment events for all ages at 433 East Lafayette Street until Jul.

31.

Jackson Fire Department is hosting its smoke alarm installation blitz today to help residents boost fire safety — every alarm installed comes with 10-year coverage, officials said.

Cat owners in Jackson are urged to check their pets for signs of bobcat fever, a tick-borne disease that can kill cats quickly if not treated early.

Veterinary technician Savana Gurley at Chester County Animal Hospital advises routine exam and parasite prevention.

Blood donations are in short supply as summer travel lowers donor turnout and Lifeline Blood Services requires 75 donors daily.

The organization will host drives across West Tennessee (Paris and McKenzie among them) and urgently seeks extra Type O donations to help patients.

West Tennessee Healthcare is expanding its eICU program—partnering with Philips and hellocare.ai—to add virtual monitoring in 127 ICU beds and 17 emergency department carts, strengthening care coordination and patient safety across 19 counties.

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.

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.

Pete the Cat Night at Jackson Rockabillys

6-10 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Family-friendly fun — Experience a groovy night of baseball with Pete the Cat and enjoy music, smiles, and good vibes.

Miss Volunteer America Pageant: Preliminary Night 1

7 p.m. — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Tickets available — Experience the excitement of the Miss Volunteer America Pageant's first night of preliminary competitions.

Jackson Rockabillys vs. Cape Catfish

7-11 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Tickets start at $21 — Catch the excitement of a thrilling baseball matchup in Jackson.

Miss Volunteer America Pageant

7-10 p.m. — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Ticket required — Celebrate the empowerment of young women through scholarship opportunities in a vibrant pageant atmosphere.

Jackson Rockabillys vs. Springfield Lucky Horseshoes

7-11 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Tickets starting at $21 — Experience thrilling baseball action as the local teams compete in a lively atmosphere.

Free Community Movie Night - Toy Story

7-10 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Free entry — Enjoy a classic movie under the stars with snacks available at the stadium.

Cape Catfish vs. Jackson Rockabillys

7-10 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Tickets from $15 — Enjoy an exciting baseball showdown between local teams.

O'Fallon Hoots vs. Jackson Rockabillys Game

7-11 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Tickets starting at $21 — Catch an exciting matchup between the O'Fallon Hoots and Jackson Rockabillys in a thrilling evening of baseball.