Good morning, Jackson.

Mandy White has spent 26 years at the Greater Jackson chamber as chief economic development officer and has worked with companies to recruit manufacturers and secure over $3.5 million in grants for local projects.

She also serves as RIFA board president and on the rescue board for Southeast GSP—placing over 150 dogs in homes and helping to feed those in need.

RIFA will host its Pack the Bus event on Aug.

9 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at five Jackson locations to support the Snack Backpack ministry that helps kids get weekend meals + last year the drive donated over 16,000 pounds of food.

Jackson Police Department officers were seen at a residence on Tanglewood Lane at 9:30 a.m. yesterday with Jackson Fire Department arriving at 10:15 a.m.—officials are investigating the large presence.

On July 25, the Jimmy Church Band headlined the 6th night of the Delta Faucet Summer Concert Series at Jackson’s Amphitheatre at the Market — drawing a large crowd as Jackson State Community College announced a $1,000 scholarship winner.

Jenny Miles was named the new executive director for University of Memphis at Lambuth Campus in Jackson—she brings over 30 years of college work experience.

She will meet faculty and students when classes start this fall and will host a new student orientation on August 12 with a $1,200 scholarship.

Ginger Rowsey from the Jackson Public Health Department said residents are struggling with nonstop high temperatures as heat indices reach 115 and families worry about cooling down and soaring energy bills.

An extreme heat warning is in effect through today at 8:00 p.m.—residents are urged to take simple steps to stay cool and avoid heat-related illness.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.