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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lisa Lovelace was honored as a Community Champion for her work at the Beech Bluff recreation center in partnership with Leaders Credit Union, where she renovated the lobby and gym and secured grants for new equipment. She organizes monthly activities that bring everyone together and accepts donations delivered to the center or mailed to 4488 Beech Bluff Road — her efforts help make the center a safe and welcoming place. WBBJ-TV
DRINK NEWS
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jackson State Community College named Thaddeus Jefferson as Director of Recruitment today—he brings over 15 years of enrollment experience from his roles at Rust College, South Carolina State University, and local Tennessee colleges to help recruit new students. WBBJ-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Highway Patrol released a list of sobriety checkpoints for July 2025—aimed at deterring impaired driving across the state; in Jackson District 8, checkpoints will be set up on routes like Carroll US 79 and Decatur roads and will include seat belt stops. This program is part of THP’s ongoing effort to keep drivers safe. WYN 106.9
- ➤ The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency halted its planned license fee hike after lawmakers promised to find other funding for wildlife conservation — boat registration fees will increase on July 1 — as the agency works through a major budget shortfall. WNBJ 39
- ➤ A study by Hasbrook & Hasbrook Personal Injury Lawyers found Tennessee ranked as the fourth most dangerous state for commuters with 4.4 accidents per 10,000 commuters and a 25-minute average commute, while the state’s 3.3 billion dollars Transportation Modernization Act signed in 2023 may boost safety in the future. WBBJ-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ High temperatures have raised concerns for pet safety in Jackson, so experts say owners must keep pets cool by giving them fresh water several times a day (using techniques like a cold towel around the neck) and by taking walks during cooler times; signs of overheating include sluggishness and unusual panting. WYN 106.9
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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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