Jackson
Morning News
Thursday, August 7th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Commercial Bank and Trust announced on August 4th that Ashley Barnes was named vice president, loan officer, and branch manager at its North Highland office. She joined CBTC with almost two decades of banking experience (gained during roles at Community Bank and FirstBank) to strengthen client relationships. WYN 106.9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Between 12 a.m. on August 4 and 8 a.m. on August 6, individuals were booked into or released from Madison County Jail (their inclusion does not indicate guilt). WBBJ-TV
- ➤ WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News obtained affidavits for two suspects (Tanaka Brown and Dearrah Sanders) in connection with the ongoing quadruple homicide investigation linked to Austin Drummond, with Brown also facing a tampering charge. WYN 106.9
- ➤ Austin Drummond was arrested in Madison County early Tuesday by Jackson police on charges of killing four family members and aggravated kidnapping + he is set to appear for arraignment at 9 a.m. tomorrow in Lake County. WNBJ 39
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Candlelight returns to Jackson in October as The Ned hosts a live music series with a Halloween program featuring dark classical tunes— additional themed shows are set for December. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ The Jackson Arts Council has set a busy month of arts & culture events this August with art exhibits at The Ned Galleries, concerts at The AMP, and workshops at local venues. The calendar runs from August 1 to 31 and offers various events like dance classes and community gatherings. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ Anime fans in West Tennessee will gather at the Jackson-Madison County Library at 433 East Lafayette Street from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 16 to discuss Japanese animation, with more meetings planned for September 6, September 20, October 4, and October 18. WNBJ 39
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Jackson will host its 2025 Selfie Day on August 12th to invite residents to take photos in and around City Hall—continuing last year's event started on August 15th, 2024. Community relations director Christiana Gallagher said the day is meant to boost local engagement with government. WNBJ 39
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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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Delta Faucet Summer Concert Series - Smooth Jazz Progressions
7:30-9 p.m. — Jackson's AMP at the Market — Free admission — Celebrate the rich musical legacy of West Tennessee with smooth jazz under the stars.
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Virtuoso Unveiled
7:30 PM — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling showcase of technical brilliance from the Jackson Symphony's 65th Season kickoff.
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