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Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jackson Animal Care Center houses over 100 dogs and cats and urgently seeks foster and forever homes amid severe space shortages—with a waiting list of 167 dogs noted by Director Whitney Owen. The center provides all required medical care, spay/neuter operations and vaccinations to prepare every animal for adoption. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ Coldwell Banker Southern Realty is hosting a 'Homes for Dogs' adoption event in partnership with Jackson Animal Care Center on October 4 from 10 AM to 2 PM at 327 N Parkway—offering adoptable pets a chance to find forever homes and featuring local food trucks and pet vendors. WBBJ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson Theatre Guild brings 'Arsenic & Old Lace' to The Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center at 314 East Main Street from September 18 to September 21. A preview party is scheduled for September 17 at 6:30 p.m.—guests will enjoy food from Flatiron Grille before the play. WNBJ 39
- ➤ University of Tennessee Gardens in Jackson will host its Fall in the Gardens plant sale and lecture series on October 2 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.—with a continued plant sale on October 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. that will feature educational presentations, walking and wagon tours plus talks by world-renowned horticulturist Brie Arthur and Jason Reeves to guide home gardeners. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ Officials announced Monday in the Jackson City Hall lobby that the 11th annual Jackson International Food and Art Festival will be held Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Jackson Fairgrounds—doors open at 9:30 a.m. and festival hours run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The co-chair noted that vendor registration ended on Monday and parade spots remain available. WYN 106.9
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Radiologic Technology program at Jackson State Community College celebrated 10 years of 100% pass rates as its Class of 2025 earned national certifications on their first try — a record few programs match. It also boasts a 100% job placement rate over the past five years — confirming its strong role in training quality technologists. WBBJ-TV
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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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