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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, AARP announced six Tennessee organizations will receive Community Challenge grants to fund projects that improve public spaces, housing, and digital connections. The City of Jackson will host an ADU design competition—aimed at easing aging in place—and will offer three pre-approved plans to help homeowners build accessory dwelling units. WBBJ TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Perrys, an award-winning gospel group, will perform on July 10 at 7:00 p.m. at the Carl J. Perkins Civic Center in Jackson. The group is known for hits like I Wish I Could Have Been There and If You Knew Him and has captivated audiences across North America. WNBJ 39
- ➤ Miss Volunteer America contestants visited the Jackson Rotary Club on Wednesday — they shared a meal and introduced themselves on stage as preliminary competitions began at 7 p.m. that evening. The pageant finals will take place on Saturday, June 21. WBBJ-TV
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) was awarded a $300,000 grant from Jobs for the Future and the PricewaterhouseCoopers Foundation to support high-demand career programs; the funding will help the school expand training for in-demand jobs. WNBJ 39
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New laws will take effect July 1 that change many rules in Tennessee—allowing residents to take boating tests online, get more protection when seeking help for an alcohol overdose, and face tougher DUI penalties. Other changes include stronger measures for child safety, consumer rights, and transportation. WBBJ TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Skaters from around the country have come to Jackson to show they have what it takes to be national champions at the 3rd annual Summer Jam held at Ritz Magic Wheels—winners will share over $20,000 in cash prizes. 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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Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp at Jackson Rockabillys
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Tickets available — Cheer for the hometown team as they face off against the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp.
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