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Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ David Hellmann, a Jackson cyclist, rides around handing out Bible verses and asking drivers to honk for Jesus (his work aims to bring the community together). He and his wife run a home ministry that visits hundreds of local businesses every day. WYN 106.9
- ➤ Discovery Park will host the 2025 Antique Tractor Show this weekend as visitors can register on-site Friday, Aug. 1 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 2 from 8 a.m. to noon — the event features vintage farm machinery, educational displays, competitions and free ice cream. WYN 106.9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 23, a Jackson Animal Control Officer found an abandoned dog in a hot garage starving and near death—authorities are now seeking a woman for aggravated animal cruelty. WYN 106.9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jukes will celebrate their 30th anniversary with a one-night-only concert on August 16 at 7:30 p.m. at The Ned (314 East Main Street in Jackson). WNBJ 39
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson-Madison County School System welcomed teachers and staff back with a festival-style in-service at Liberty Tech High School today, where games, basketball, and volleyball helped them relax before the new school year starts. The EduFest is designed to boost morale and bring colleagues together—setting a positive tone for learning—and school will begin on August 4. WNBJ 39
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jackson Police announced the return of a bike patrol unit to improve patrol efficiency and encourage positive interactions—boosting community safety. WNBJ 39
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials broke ground on the West Tennessee Healthcare Bolivar Hospital at 550 Vildo Road in Hardeman County yesterday. The facility—set to include inpatient beds, outpatient services and a fully equipped emergency room—will open in 2026. WNBJ 39
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fans in Jackson can vote for their top returning high school running back until 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 1+ the poll lets voters cast one vote per hour and features candidates such as Timmy Arline, Asa Barnes, and Luke DiPietro as TSSAA football nears. The Jackson Sun
- ➤ Jackson State Community College will add women’s flag football in Spring 2027—making it the first two-year college in Tennessee and one of 10 in the nation to launch the sport. The program is supported by a $5,000 NJCAA Foundation grant and backing from NFL FLAG and RCX Sports, and the college will soon start its search for the inaugural head coach. WYN 106.9
- ➤ Jackson State Community College is launching Tennessee’s first JUCO women’s flag football team that will begin play in spring 2027—funded by a $5,000 grant from the NJCAA Foundation and the NFL—and will soon start a national search for its first head coach. WNBJ 39
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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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Hub City Hullabaloo
High-octane weekend — Aug 22-23 — Jackson Dragway LLC — Check out thrilling vintage drag racing and muscle car mayhem in Rockabilly's birthplace.
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Jackson City Fair
12-10 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience family fun and hot-air balloon rides at the first-ever Jackson City Fair.
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Project Management Meet & Greet
5:30-7 p.m. — Greater Jackson Chamber — Free entry — Connect with project management professionals over pizza and drinks while building your network.
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