Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
Good morning, Jackson.
The 35th African Street Festival returns to east Jackson this Labor Day weekend — starting at 10 am at the T.R.
White Sportsplex, where free admission and live performances by Six One Tribe and Carita Cole will mark the celebration. Friday night will feature HBCU Night as the event spotlights Lane College and honors community and culture.
Tourism in Jackson-Madison County reached nearly $349 million in 2024 as visitor spending in Madison County rose more than six percent, according to the Tennessee Economic Impact Report—boosted by new hotels, restaurants, and shops that are set to increase the area's appeal.
CEO Beth Bolton of Visit Jackson TN said upcoming developments like Blue Oval and Wolf Lodge will help the region aim for a top-five statewide ranking in the future.
Today, the Tennessee Highway Patrol and partner agencies launched the 'Don’t Let it be you on Highway 22' traffic enforcement campaign along Highway 22—from the Kentucky state line to the Mississippi state line—to ensure safe travel this Labor Day Weekend.
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.
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.
Wildflowers and Wetlands Exploration
10 AM – 12 PM — Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park — Free entry — Discover the area's natural and cultural history while enjoying a serene stroll.
Arsenic and Old Lace Production
7:30 p.m. — Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a darkly comedic tale of charming sisters mixing charity with chaos.
Delta Faucet Summer Concert Series Featuring Lolo
7:30-9 p.m. — Jackson's AMP at the Market — Free entry — Celebrate the musical legacy of Jackson with a lively performance at an award-winning venue.
Tennessee Firefighters Association Conference 2025
12 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jackson — Registration fees apply — Connect with first responders for valuable training and community-building activities across three days.
Union Family Weekend 2025
Various times — Union University — Ticketed events — Celebrate with family through fun activities, food trucks, and a fireworks display.
11th Jackson International Food and Art Festival
10 AM – 4 PM — Fairgrounds Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of cultures through food, arts, and crafts at this annual festival.
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