Good morning, Jackson.

Seniors participated in the final synchronized swimming class of the season on Thursday, Jul.

30, 2026 at Westwood Community Center — the city hosted this last opportunity for them to stay active.

Great Wolf Lodge paused its long-planned indoor water park resort project in Jackson on Thursday because rising costs affected its $350 million investment.

Local officials expressed disappointment but remain confident the city will continue to attract tourism.

In Fayette County, Tent City marks a key chapter of West Tennessee civil rights history when Black sharecroppers were evicted in the late 1950s for trying to vote.

Historical markers and local resolutions honor the legacy today.

Starting today at 12:01 a.m., a Tennessee tax holiday makes clothing and school supplies under $100 and computers under $1,500 tax free, including qualifying online purchases, until 11:59 p.m. Sunday.

The City of Jackson launched Civic Dialogues in partnership with Change.org so residents can submit ideas for local improvements until Aug.

16. Mayor Conger will review popular proposals from the online platform - turning community input into actionable plans.

The Alzheimer’s Association, in partnership with WBBJ-TV, is hosting the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Rockabillys’ Stadium on Saturday, Sept.

19. Registration (8 a.m.) begins before the walk starts at 9 a.m., inviting community members to join individually or in teams.

Madison County Health Department hosted a back-to-school bash last Thursday at North Parkway, where students received free immunizations, backpacks with school supplies, food and community activities.

Attendees enjoyed vendor resources + a DJ performance that boosted community spirit.

Seniors ages 50 and up from several counties performed synchronized swimming at Westwood Community Center today as a preview for the Southwest District Senior Olympics in Madison County parks this September.

Registration costs $50, includes a t-shirt, and closes Aug. 21 with events scheduled Sept. 14 — 24.