Good morning, Jackson.

The U.S. Small Business Administration opened Business Recovery Centers—one at the SBA District Office in Nashville for Davidson County and one at The Latta Theatre in Selmer—for local small businesses, private nonprofits and residents affected by severe storms from April 2 to 24.

Staff will help guide applicants to secure disaster loans for repairs and working capital with physical damage applications due by Aug. 19 and economic injury applications due by March 19, 2026.

A Guy Named Eli, a popular YouTuber and competitive eater, tried the Bottomless Pit Challenge at Hope Café & BBQ today at 1 p.m. at 701 South Royal Street—he had to eat over 10 pounds of food including a Triple Defibrillator Burger and sides—and he stopped at 55 minutes while proceeds benefitted Hope Recovery Center and Women of Hope.

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.

Jackson Rockabillys vs. Cape Catfish

7-8:30 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Cost not specified — Cheer for Jackson's hometown team as they take on the Cape Catfish.