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Jackson Police Department is inviting residents, churches and businesses to host National Night Out block parties on Tuesday, Oct.

6 from 5 to 8 p.m. to build trust and promote local safety.

Lifeline Blood Services presented a new 2024 Ford Maverick XLT to Somerville donor Frank McKnight on Tuesday during its 8th Annual Car Giveaway with Joe Mahan Ford.

McKnight, who began donating in high school, urged neighbors to donate blood to help save lives.

ArtiCast Jackson will invest over $10M and add 100 jobs — its first Tennessee facility will open at the former Pace Industries building in Madison County, state officials said.

Local artist Lendon Noe unveiled three new oil paintings of historic Jackson buildings now permanently on display inside City Hall.

The works feature hidden birds (a nod to her love for art) and were funded by the Dr. Frank McMeen Endowment for Public Art.

A report shows visitors generated nearly $337 million in Madison County in 2025 through attractions like Casey Jones Village and the Old Country Store (a top buffet spot), aided by local markets.

Its location on 40 between Memphis and Nashville and strong local recommendations may boost spending further in 2026.

Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital was named one of the Best Children’s Hospitals for 2026-2027 by U.S. News & World Report for the 16th straight year + its Jackson satellite clinic continues to serve local families with dedicated care across the Mid-South.

New research in Jackson is expanding treatment options for small cell lung cancer as clinical trials offer promising therapies that reduce harsh side effects and improve quality of life, with oncologists encouraging patients to ask their doctors about precision medicine (Weill Cornell Medicine).