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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Miss Volunteer America contestants hosted a meet and greet at Hub City Brewing at 7 p.m. on Sunday where 51 contestants signed autographs and took selfies with guests—Rock N Dough Pizza served food during the event; the preliminary pageant will begin on Wednesday, June 18. WYN 106.9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Game of Their Own will be held on June 24 at Jackson's Rockabillys Stadium with first pitch at 7 p.m. Fans in 1940s dress will enjoy live shows and tributes that honor the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (inspired by A League of Their Own) and the pioneering women of World War II. WNBJ 39
- ➤ Lights Up! Theatre Company invites families in Jackson to see Frozen KIDS, a stage show based on Disney’s film that tells a story of sisterhood and courage with songs and lively acting. The show runs this weekend with performances on Thursday, June 19 at 7:00 p.m., Friday, June 20 at 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, June 21 at 2:00, 4:00, and 7:00 p.m. (featuring young performers in grades 4–5). WBBJ-TV
- ➤ A live improv show will take place this Saturday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m. at Turntable Coffee in Jackson as performers deliver spontaneous humor plus quick wit in unscripted scenes that may include adult content. WNBJ 39
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported that Tennessee gas prices averaged $2.70 per gallon, which is among the nation's lowest, while prices in Jackson averaged $2.74 per gallon—a four-cent drop from last month—offering local drivers some savings at the pump. WNBJ 39
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Secretary of State Tre Hargett, State Sen. Ed Jackson, State Rep. Chris Todd, and State Rep. Johnny Shaw announced that the Jackson-Madison County Library was awarded a $12,832 TOP Grant to boost Wi-Fi hotspots and internal internet connections — part of $291,405 awarded to 54 libraries statewide. WYN 106.9
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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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Hub City MMA 10
5:30-11 p.m. — Fairgrounds Park — Tickets available on TickPick — Experience an action-packed night of mixed martial arts in Jackson.
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Firefighters Freedom Festival
3 PM — Jackson Regional Airport — Free entry — The Firefighters Freedom Festival is back and ready to light up the sky!
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O'Fallon Hoots Baseball Game
7-8:30 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the O'Fallon Hoots live at Jackson Baseball Stadium for a fun evening of summer baseball.
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Jeff & Sheri Easter Concert
6-10 p.m. — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of GRAMMY® nominated gospel duo Jeff & Sheri Easter.
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Cheerleader America USA Competition
All day — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Check website for details — Join the excitement as cheer teams compete in Jackson for Season 3.
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