Good morning, Jackson.

America Cares International partners with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office to distribute teddy bears to children in crisis today; deputies will carry the bears in their patrol cars + offer comfort with a simple, caring gesture.

Tennessee gas prices dropped three cents since last week due to lower crude oil levels, while Jackson remains the priciest with a rate of $3.80 at pumps (local rates in Clarksville and Knoxville are lower).

Price changes may continue as the seasonal downturn unfolds.

Tennessee education leaders will propose new laws to bolster student safety and hold educators accountable ahead of the 115th General Assembly session on Jan.

12. Their move follows local cases, including an indictment of a Pope School teacher in Jackson (detailed proposals are pending).

This morning, kids returned to Thelma Barker Elementary as principal Karen Edwards and teachers welcomed them and reminded parents to get students ready for a full-time schedule.

Children shared excitement about learning new things – fueling hopes for a successful semester.

Jackson Police Department reminds drivers to slow down in school zones and put away distractions + remain alert for children near streets and crosswalks while parents review bus-stop safety with their kids.

After recent emergencies dropped the blood supply to critical levels, Lifeline Blood Services is urging donors to help patients.

Donors can visit today's drive at Gibson County Courthouse (12 p.m.–5:30 p.m.) and join the 8th Annual Car Giveaway for a chance to win a 2024 Ford Maverick XLT.

During August, McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport will host food trucks every week in Jackson.

Visitors can enjoy seafood boils, barbecue, tacos + more as the trucks offer a taste of variety throughout the month.

The Cardinals avoided a sweep as they defeated the Blue Jays on Aug.

3 in Jackson — the win kept their series alive.

Football player Desean Bishop was named to the Maxwell Award preseason watch list yesterday, marking him as one of the top candidates as local teams build momentum for the season.