Good morning, Jackson.

Today, locals in Jackson gathered at the Westwood community center pool — a popular spot on summer days — to beat the heat as temperatures are expected to reach over 90 degrees with a triple-digit heat index this weekend; an additional pool — at TR White — remains open Monday through Saturday for residents seeking relief.

Earlier Friday, residents visited the Westwood Community Center pool to cool off as Jackson braces for temperatures over 90 and a triple-digit heat index this weekend—both public pools at Westwood Community Center and T.R.

White remain open Monday-Saturday.

Today, West Tennessee's Mental Health & Developmental Services held a Community Day Program at Conger Park to celebrate the start of summer.

The event featured outdoor games, karaoke, and a shared lunch that brought people together.

Inspection scores for restaurants in West Tennessee were released from June 13 to 20.

Scores include Fuji Yama (95 on June 16) and Flatiron Grille (99 on June 17), while no inspections were conducted in several counties.

Local entrepreneurs and experts shared insights on funding opportunities at the 'Finding Your Funding' event held on June 18 at Paris Station in Paris TN.

Speakers including Anne-Marie Tanner & Jarlecia Jones offered guidance on securing capital and accessing programs like InvestTN for small businesses.

Tennessee is among the top five states battling scam texts and calls, and Truecaller advises users not to click links unless they are expecting a message—scammers target the state when they see any response.

Every Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. the Jackson-Madison County Library hosts Art Two-gether—an event where people of all ages work with paint, clay, and crayons—fostering creative fun.

Madison County Rescue Team announced on June 20 that it received two new inflatable boats to boost its Swiftwater Rescue Team’s ability to respond during floods and fast-moving waters.

Team members will soon begin hands-on training with the boats to ensure readiness for emergencies.

Trey Smith will host his annual youth football camp at University School of Jackson’s stadium tomorrow, with rising 2nd through 6th graders training from 9-11 a.m. and rising 7th through 12th graders practicing from 1-4 p.m.—he aims to offer fun drills and skill-building exercises with help from former NFL players and coaches.

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.

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.

Firefighters Freedom Festival

3 PM — Jackson Regional Airport — Free entry — The Firefighters Freedom Festival is back and ready to light up the sky!

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.

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.

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.

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.