Jackson
Morning News
Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Family members will hold a Community Fun Day to honor the memory of Eric Jackson Jr.—a young man with a promising future who died from a shooting injury. More details about the event will be shared soon as neighbors prepare to celebrate his life. The Jackson Post
- ➤ A bereavement program at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital will hold its 'Butterfly Embrace' lantern memorial on Sunday, Oct. 5 at 4:30 p.m. at Madison Downs to mark its 10-year anniversary—inviting nearly 2,000 families to decorate lanterns, share memories, and enjoy children’s activities and food trucks. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ Today, as See Tracks? Think Train Week runs from September 15th to September 21st, Jackson law enforcement and first responders join Operation Lifesaver to educate drivers and pedestrians on the dangers at railroad crossings—reminding everyone to obey signals and stay off the tracks to help reduce the annual 2,300 injuries and deaths. WBBJ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The City of Jackson will host a free Hispanic Heritage Celebration this Friday at 4 p.m. in the main foyer of city hall—featuring musical performances, dances, art, and a guest speaker—as part of Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ Sherry Freeman from The Jackson Symphony joined our show to share details about the upcoming 2025 Starlight Symphony - the event will feature performances and local talent. WBBJ TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Tennessee College of Applied Science and Technology of Jackson partnered with the Eric Beasley foundation to guide new and returning students on how to register to vote on National Voter Registration Day — the workshop focused on explaining the voting process. WYN 106.9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ West Tennessee residents are invited by the Alzheimer’s Association to join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on September 27 at Rockabillys Baseball Stadium in Jackson—participants will honor those affected by Alzheimer’s during the Promise Garden ceremony. WBBJ TV
- ➤ Wildlife officials reported an uptick in hemorrhagic disease among white-tailed deer in West Tennessee—lab tests confirmed cases in eight counties including Humphreys and Shelby, and residents are urged to report sick or dead deer found near water sources. WNBJ 39
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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