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Saturday, July 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Earlier this week local readers voted on their favorite novelty fireworks for Independence Day. Bottle rockets got 55% of the vote—sparklers received 30% while firecrackers earned 15%. WYN 106.9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Food establishments across West Tennessee received inspection scores between 87 and 100 from June 27 to July 3 — with several Jackson restaurants scoring in the high 90s and some counties reporting no inspections during this period. WYN 106.9
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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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