Good morning, Jackson.

Ashonti Shardai Kidd, 31, was booked into Madison County Jail just after 7 p.m. on Friday, August 1 for aggravated animal cruelty after a Jackson Animal Control Officer found a starving dog in a hot garage on July 23 — she remains in custody pending further court proceedings.

Authorities confirmed two missing children were found safe Sunday evening—after a search in Madison County near Missionary Outreach Christian Church, where a large police presence and a helicopter were seen on Riverside Drive.

Two men, Tanaka Brown and Giovonte Thomas, were arrested on accessory charges after investigators said they assisted murder suspect Austin Drummond in connection with a July 29 quadruple homicide—Brown also faces a tampering with evidence charge while Thomas will be transferred to Lake County Jail for arraignment.

U.S. Marshals & Tennessee Bureau of Investigation announced a $17,500 reward for tips on Austin Drummond, who is wanted for quadruple murder in Lake County, and they released a map showing the significant locations in the investigation.

The Jackson Theatre Guild held auditions Sunday at Old City Hall in Jackson starting at 2pm for its upcoming production of Arsenic and Old Lace, directed by Billy Worboys.

The play, which tells the dark comedic tale of two sisters poisoning lonely men as an act of charity, will run from September 18—24 at the Ned.

Grace Christian Academy guard Nya Burns committed to join UAB women's basketball for the 2026 recruiting class on Aug.

2 — she averaged 16 points, three assists and two steals per game last season — and was named to the Tennessee Sports Writers Association Division II-A all-state team.

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.