Jackson
Morning News
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ 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. WNBJ 39
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson International Food and Art Festival features vibrant music, lavish costumes, and aromatic dishes—celebrating the community’s diverse heritage. The Jackson Post
- ➤ 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. WNBJ 39
- ➤ 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. WNBJ 39
- ➤ 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. WNBJ 39
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. WYN 106.9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. The Jackson Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. The Jackson Post
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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.
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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.
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Lane College Dragons vs. Miles College Golden Bears
2-6 p.m. — Lane College — VIP tickets available — Catch the action as the Dragons face off against the Golden Bears and enjoy exclusive benefits.
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