Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
Good morning, Jackson.
Jackson residents will attend the Bowls for the Hungry fundraiser on July 19 at the Jackson Fairgrounds — the event runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and features a catered dinner, live music, and an auction of handmade ceramic bowls to raise funds for local shelters and food programs.
On July 10th at 3:06 a.m., Jackson police responded when a man suffered a gunshot wound near the Tap Bar + Grill at 719 Old Hickory Boulevard and was treated at a local hospital before being released as investigators search for the suspect.
Jackson Theatre Guild is playing 'Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville' at The Ned McWherter Cultural Arts Center in Downtown Jackson from July 11th to 13th and from July 17th to 19th with shows at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and at 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays—reserved seats are available online and tickets cost $24 for adults, $16 for students and $18 for seniors—and Saturday matinee tickets are $15.
On Thursday night, the Jackson-Madison County School Board voted to deny the Jackson Museum School charter application because of budget concerns and doubts about student support.
Dr. Jean Little said the school appealed to the state Public Charter School Commission on Friday — backed by 13 local education groups.
Zeus (TBI’s first Electronic Storage Detection K9) retired Friday morning after five years of service finding electronic devices in child exploitation cases.
Special Agent Derek Miller said the K9 earned his trust during training and will now enjoy retirement with his family.
Recent restaurant inspections across West Tennessee showed that several Jackson eateries scored between 91 and 100 during checks held from July 7 to July 10 — the report also included results from establishments in nearby counties.
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.
A Night of Celebration with Dottie Peoples
5-7 p.m. — Macedonia Baptist Church — Free entry — Experience a soul-stirring celebration of faith and family with the Gospel trailblazer, Dottie Peoples.
Dorothy in the Land of Oz
7 p.m. — Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center — $25 each — Experience a dazzling family-friendly ballet adventure down the Yellow Brick Road.
5th Annual Giraffe Awards
4-10:30 p.m. — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Ticketed event — An elegant evening honoring heroes in behavioral health with dinner, live music, and dancing.
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