Good morning, Jackson.

The Greater Jackson Chamber announced the Leadership Jackson Class of 2026 with Mari Hakim serving as chair and Lindsey Crowder as vice chair.

The selected community leaders will meet through the program to build skills in health care, education, and economic development.

Madison County 4-H will host its annual Chicken Shack from Sept.

8 through Sept. 12 at Jackson Fairgrounds Park (800 South Highland), where supporters can pre-order meals that help fund 4-H programs.

Local shops in Jackson rely on strong community bonds to compete with big chain deals this Labor Day weekend.

Havner’s Frame Shop marks nearly 50 years of service while Salem & Sage Studios offers a 15% discount today, inviting locals to shop small and enjoy the holiday.

Kilgore Flares Company has filed a WARN notice that may affect 127 workers in Hardeman County, signaling possible layoffs that could impact local job stability.

Jackson City Hall is unveiling a new permanent art installation by local artist Lendon Noe today, featuring a three-canvas collection of nighttime views of historic buildings with birds.

The work was commissioned through the Dr. Frank McMeen Endowment for Public Art.

Empire 8 Theatre is hosting a weeklong film tribute to Dolly Parton at 1511 Vann Drive through Thursday, Sept.

10 and shows three films each day for $5 per ticket that benefit her Imagination Library.

The 2026 African Street Festival returns to Jackson this weekend with drumming and dance classes, live music, gospel meetings, and more.

Sponsored by the Society for African American Cultural Awareness, the event runs through Labor Day weekend.

Downtown Jackson hosted its September First Fridays: Cultural Crossroads event on Friday night as families gathered at Jackson Walk and The Local for cultural performances, international food, and local art vendors (sponsored by the Jackson Energy Authority and Tennessee Arts Commission).

New data shows that tourism in West Tennessee generated $482.7 million last year, created over 3,800 local jobs, and saved households (averaging $497 in tax breaks).

The Southwest Tennessee Tourism Association says its push to attract visitors from nearby states will drive continued growth.

Carol Dykes, who teaches Montessori to first through third graders at Family Christian School in Denmark, was named Educator of the Week by the Tennessee Education Lottery.

With nearly 20 years of teaching experience, she now qualifies for the monthly award (voting is open online).

Health inspectors graded restaurants across West Tennessee from Aug.

31 to Sept. 04, assigning scores from the low 80s to 100. In Jackson, The Roasted Bean and Trang’s Kitchen and Catering earned perfect scores as part of follow-up and routine visits.

Huntingdon played Milan in FFN Week 3 last night in a competitive game.

Other local teams, including Westview against Marshall County and JCS versus ECS, also competed with North Side Indians posting a shutout win + energizing the community.