Good morning, Jackson.

Fellowship Bible Church is launching the Fellowship Bible Gospel Justice Center on October 11th to provide affordable one-on-one legal guidance for family, housing, consumer, and employment issues—residents can schedule appointments online or walk in at the church on Pleasant Plains Rd with a one-time $30 copay.

The Community Foundation of West Tennessee announced the honorees for the Jackson Awards — Linda Rizzuto, Stedman Roebuck, Jack Wood, Ron Kwasigroh, Gail Gustafson, Heath Williams, and KaBao McCarver — who will be celebrated at a Charity Gala in November for their work in Jackson.

Ford’s BlueOval City in Stanton finished construction and moved in equipment while Ford Philanthropy invested $30 million in West Tennessee—battery production will begin in 2027 and electric truck production will start in 2028 as local roads and workforce improvements continue.

Sprinkle Me Sugar announced its first 24/7 macaron vending machine at West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital on September 17th—its second in Jackson and third overall—bringing handcrafted French macarons to healthcare workers, patients, and visitors at any time.

Yesterday, Jackson’s AMP advisory board honored retired co-chairs Jimmy Exum and Jerry Gay with a plaque in downtown Jackson for 12 years of boosting the local live music scene—an event that also featured a surprise history project reveal.

Taste and Tell returned downtown Jackson with local culinary entrepreneurs contesting as guests paid $10 to taste dishes and vote for the best bite—hosted by theCO and funded by Ford Philanthropy; the event will continue tomorrow with a private pitch competition.

The new podcast episode The Jukebox features a conversation with the team behind Metal Devastation Radio and the Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Festival—local experts who explain how they promote hard rock and metal artists.

Today, the American Job Center hosted a job fair and resume workshop in Jackson where local job seekers received resume tips and mock interview practice—Tennessee’s unemployment rate in July was 3.6%, nearly 1% lower than the national average—and many remain frustrated with online job postings. The event aims to equip job seekers with practical skills to overcome hiring challenges.

Lane College hosted its second Voices of Leadership Series event with executive guest Rick Wade who discussed economic development, public policy and strategic partnerships — a student said the event boosted his financial literacy and confidence, and the college will hold the next segment on October 16 focused on innovating with purpose.

A dedication ceremony was held on Thursday at the new University of Memphis Doctor of Physical Therapy Program facility on the Lambuth campus in Jackson — leaders say the program will serve students and communities across west Tennessee with its inaugural class expected in fall 2026.

Madison County Health is hosting its 2nd annual diaper drive to support families in the CHANT program amid a low child well-being ranking—donations are accepted all week at the Health Department's birth certificate entrance and in the lobby outside 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. hours.

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.

Union Family Weekend 2025

Various times — Union University — Ticketed events — Celebrate with family through fun activities, food trucks, and a fireworks display.

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.

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.

Drake White's Keep It Movin' Tour

7-10 p.m. — Hub City Brewing — Cost not specified — Experience a night of country soul with the inspirational Drake White performing live.

Haunted Marathon Series

8:30 a.m. — North Park Soccer Complex — Registration required — Race through a spooky course and earn a haunted-themed medal while sporting your best costume.

Misery by Hub City Theatre Company

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Carnegie Center for Arts and History — Check event page for ticket info — Experience a dramatic interpretation of a thrilling tale.

Touch -N- Trunk

8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Old Hickory Mall — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with trunk-or-treat fun and a sensory-friendly experience for all families.