Jackson
Morning News
Monday, September 1st, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ President Mechelle Moragne and the Gamma Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated donated over 100 Black hair care products to the Dream Center of Jackson–the donation will help the center serve local residents with culturally appropriate care. WYN 106.9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, the Cotton Ridge community hosted its 6th annual Labor Day gathering at 3 p.m.—neighbors grilled food, served free plates with donations accepted, and kids played on a bounce house. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ At the 35th African Street Festival in Jackson, Soulful Sunday began with a street church service at 11 a.m. led by Rev. Curtis Mormon and continued with a music set by Gospel Explosion at 2 p.m.—reggae music, vendors and food trucks added to the day’s events before King Beez closed the evening on Hays Street. WYN 106.9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jackson-Madison County Schools will test new education methods in various schools, with Liberty Tech featuring culinary (and) agricultural programs to offer students diverse learning opportunities. The Jackson Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lifeline Blood Services has organized mobile blood drives throughout September to help meet the needs of West TN patients—donors can visit sites from Hardin Medical Center on September 3 to University School of Jackson on September 30. WYN 106.9
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Union Family Weekend 2025
Various times — Union University — Ticketed events — Celebrate with family through fun activities, food trucks, and a fireworks display.
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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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