Jackson
Morning News
Monday, September 8th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ First Presbyterian Church at 1573 North Highland Avenue has a blessing box filled with food, toiletries, and baby items available for those in need—donations quickly support local families, according to Senior Pastor John White. WBBJ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson Symphony launched its 65th season with a performance at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Carl Perkins Civic Center featuring new music director Paul Haas — guest soloist internationally acclaimed violinist Blake Pouliot enriched the show. A free 45th Annual Starlight Symphony concert will take place on September 27th at First Presbyterian Church. WYN 106.9
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A recent OxFam report shows that Tennessee ranks 48th for worker rights, wages and protections with a score of 12.14—workers earn a low minimum wage of $7.25 and policies are weak. The study also found that many Southeastern states score poorly on similar measures. The Jackson Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TSSAA has released the Week 4 high school football schedule for Tennessee, showing matchups between teams across the state—covering games in East, West, and Middle Tennessee. The schedule lists game times and broadcast details on NFHS Network. The Jackson Sun
- ➤ Cyclists converged at Pugh Bourne Park this weekend for the return of a statewide race on the challenging Rockabilly Ridge Trail — an intermediate course designed by local biker Matt Joiner — with racers completing timed laps and receiving awards. This event marked the 13th season organized by the Tennessee Interscholastic Cycling League. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ The Tennessee Sports Writers Association and USA TODAY Sports Network released statewide high school football rankings for Week 4 of the 2025 season; the rankings use a points system (Division I teams earn points on a 10-1 scale and Division II teams on a 5-1 scale) and include Jackson Christian (3-0). The Jackson Sun
- ➤ Isaiah De Anda Delgado joined the Jackson Sun as its new high school sports writer after completing a summer internship with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. He brings extensive experience from covering local high school and professional sports — and he plans to share authentic stories with Jackson’s community. The Jackson Sun
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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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Disciple Concert in Jackson, TN
7-11 p.m. — Jackson Rockabillys Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch Disciple live in concert supporting Skillet with high-energy performances and a message of faith.
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