Good morning, Jackson.

Bargain hunters and antique lovers will visit Jackson Fairgrounds on 731 Day this Friday at Hub City Flea Market — a three-day event held at 800 South Highland Avenue that runs Friday 5–8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Madison County neighbors gathered Tuesday at the courthouse on Court Square to join Pray4TN (an annual call to prayer and fasting launched in 2024).

The movement aims to foster a weekly corporate prayer that will grow into a regular practice among local churches.

Tennessee's annual sales tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 31 and runs through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, August 2.

During this three-day event, eligible clothing, school supplies and computers will be sold tax free for back to school shopping.

West Carroll Jr./Sr. High School hosted a Back-to-School Bash Tuesday evening with free supplies, carnival games, and a silent auction to support next year’s Project Graduation 2027 (a program where seniors stay overnight after graduation).

Jackson State Community College announced its new five-year strategic plan SEE Jackson State, developed by President Dr. Carol A.

Rothstein to boost student success and community growth. The plan, created with input from faculty, staff, and community stakeholders (covering 10 counties), outlines key goals for reach, relevance, and results.

Tuesday morning, Cypress Grove Nature hosted its 2nd annual research forum at the park (866 Airways Boulevard in west Jackson), where scientists, naturalists, and students gathered to share research and discuss how information flows to the public.

The Tennessee State Fire Marshal honored volunteer firefighters and rescue squads on Tuesday in Jackson at the Carl Perkins Civic Center at 11:30 a.m. Crews from several counties (Madison, Chester, Crockett, Haywood, Shelby, and Tipton) were recognized for receiving state grants to buy gear and training to keep families safe.

Lifeline Blood Services in Jackson urgently seeks donors after two local medical emergencies over the weekend depleted the blood supply.

Residents are encouraged to donate at a bloodmobile or center without an appointment (donation takes about 30–45 minutes).

Jackson Rockabillys hosted a Space Jam-themed exhibition game Tuesday night to celebrate the film's 30th anniversary in Jackson.

Due to a forecasted 115 heat index, organizers canceled pre-game events but still handed out commemorative T-shirts.