Good morning, Jackson.

Fall and Halloween events are set to enliven West Tennessee this October — featuring trunk-or-treat activities, haunted attractions, fall festivals and community gatherings in Jackson, Milan and other nearby areas.

Cypress Grove Nature Park in Jackson will mark its 40th anniversary by hosting nature walks on October 2 and 3 and an event on October 4 from 10 a.m.—2 p.m., offering a chance for the community to enjoy local nature.

The Jackson International Food and Art Festival features vibrant music, lavish costumes, and aromatic dishes—celebrating the community’s diverse heritage.

Jackson Madison County Library’s North Branch will host Banned Books Week events from October 5 through October 11 at 8 Stonebridge Boulevard—library officials say the celebration emphasizes the essential right to read freely.

The University of Memphis Lambuth MD Anderson Planetarium in Jackson will host Distant Worlds: Alien Life? on Tuesday, October 7 from 5:30 p.m.—6:30 p.m. to guide guests through a cosmic journey that examines the possibility of alien life and the latest astronomical discoveries.

The Hub City Film Festival will return to Jackson from October 2 to October 4 — filmmakers from West Tennessee will showcase documentaries, short films, and other entries at theCO.

A memorial ceremony honored longtime teacher Mrs. Vivian Woods Mercer—who passed away earlier this year after a battle with breast cancer—at Washington Douglass Head Start, where friends, family and staff gathered to unveil her memorial plaque.

Better Business Bureau CEO Randy Hutchinson warned local consumers about health insurance scams that use unsolicited calls claiming to be from Medicare and offer discount plans that are not full coverage.

He said fraudsters may misuse personal information to bill Medicare and urged people to verify a company’s license & reviews before sharing details.

Over the weekend, members of the Simpson family saw three wins as Graham and Westview beat Lausanne after a nearly 500-yard game on Friday while Jason helped UT Martin earn its first season win against Southeast Missouri on Saturday.

Meanwhile, Ty led Alabama in Athens to break college football’s longest active home winning streak—ending 33 games.

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.

Dancing With the STARS

6-10 p.m. — Carl Perkins Civic Center — Fundraiser for The STAR Center — Celebrate 10 years of community impact with dancing and competition from local stars.

Hub City MMA 11

6:30-8 p.m. — Fairgrounds Park — Exciting amateur MMA fights — Experience a night of action-packed bouts featuring the best local fighters.

Halloween at the Market

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. — West Tennessee Farmers Market — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly night filled with fun, games, and plenty of treats!

Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons

4:30-5:30 p.m. — Le Memphis Cabaret — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in a unique candlelit setting.