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Monday, July 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Saturday evening, the Bowls for the Hungry charity event took place at the fairgrounds in Jackson and featured live music, dinner and a live auction for 135 unique ceramic bowls created by local artists and students. The event was hosted by the City of Jackson Parks and Rec Department & local nonprofit partners and raised funds to help feed those in need. WBBJ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Saturday night, two young ladies competed in the teen part of the Miss Volunteer Pageant series in the Hub City—Lucy Cowart from East TN won the title of Miss Iris TN Teen Volunteer while Alexa Macarthur from West TN was crowned Miss TN Teen Volunteer. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ A meet and greet held at the Carl Perkins Civic Center introduced the 36 contestants for the upcoming Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant on Sunday afternoon. The pageant will have preliminaries from July 23 to July 25 and a final competition on July 26 — one contestant will be crowned. WYN 106.9
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HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee health insurance through the Affordable Care Act is expected to have a 15% premium increase for 2026 as tax credits end and medical costs rise. Those with employer coverage may also see higher deductibles when companies shift more costs to workers. The Jackson Sun
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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EmpowerEd: An Evening with Dr. John Delony
6-10 p.m. — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Ticket info available — Engage with insights from Dr. John Delony on leadership and education.
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The Jukes 30 Year Anniversary Concert
7:30 PM — Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center — Ticket info not specified — Celebrate 30 years of a cappella with The Jukes and special guests in an unforgettable night of music.
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Jackson City Fair
4-10 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Admission and ride wristbands — Experience five days of fun with rides, live shows, and a petting zoo.
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