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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ Cypress Grove Nature Park in Jackson is hosting the Labor Day Weekend Bird Count today from 8 to 9 a.m.—bird watchers may see over 60 species and should bring binoculars and bug spray.  WNBJ 39
  • ➤ VSS Dance will hold its 2nd Annual Fundraiser Sale on Saturday, September 6 from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 1463 S Highland Avenue to raise funds for additional dance training—proceeds will help students attend workshops, conventions, and special programs. The event offers shoppers a chance to find household items, clothing, and vintage treasures while supporting local youth.  WBBJ-TV

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ Griffon Mullins, the brother of Pauline Mullins Pusser, shared his statement amid new evidence released yesterday in connection with her murder; video was provided by TBI & District Attorney General Mark Davidson.  WYN 106.9

CULTURE NEWS

  • ➤ The Jackson-Madison Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will ring bells at 3:00 p.m. on September 18 at the Fellowship Hall of First Presbyterian Church at 1573 N. Highland in Jackson to mark Constitution Week and the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787 — the chapter invites local schools, businesses and individuals to join the Bells Across America celebration.  WBBJ-TV

DRINK NEWS

HEALTH NEWS

  • ➤ Madison County Fire Rescue is selling $25 t-shirts to raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness Month—proceeds will go to the Breast Cancer Fund and Local First Responders Fund until September 12.  WNBJ 39

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • ➤ Jackson shoppers are hunting Labor Day weekend deals on food and clothing, with Melody Morgan and Scott Campbell saying they are seizing local sales—many stores offering specials as consumers plan cookouts and other holiday activities.  WNBJ 39

SPORTS NEWS

  • ➤ TSSAA released its high school football Week 2 scoreboard showing scores from games played on (Aug.28) and (Aug.29) across West Tennessee and the state, including local matchups featuring Jackson Christian and Jackson South Side, with one game scheduled for today. The update gives key results as teams advance in the season.  The Jackson Sun

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • 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.

    Fri, 9/5/25

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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.

    Sat, 9/6/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 9/13/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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