Good morning, Jackson.

Local voters can help choose the area high school girls Athlete of the Week by voting for nominees who shined during Sept.

28-Oct. 3. The poll closes Oct. 8 at 4 p.m. and features contenders from Gibson County, JCM, McKenzie, Milan and Trinity Christian Academy.

Residents are urging their neighbors to learn about a proposed rezoning plan that may allow cryptocurrency mining, and they are encouraging attendance at upcoming community forums as officials review the plan.

TDCI and the State Fire Marshal’s Office remind Jackson residents to use battery-operated candles and outdoor-rated cords for Halloween decorations to prevent home fires.

The safety tips (including proper use of GFCI protection and avoidance of flammable decor) are recommended ahead of the holiday season.

Aspell Recovery unveiled its new Charlie's House in Jackson on Oct.

2 (honoring co-founder Charles Gay) to expand recovery care. The facility now provides enhanced services for people seeking support.

Madison County Fire Marshal Brian Kemp offers charging safety tips for Fire Prevention Week in our community.

He warns residents to use approved chargers on hard surfaces and to unplug devices when fully charged, adding that local retailers (Lowe's, Home Depot, Batteries Plus, Omega Recycling) will recycle used lithium batteries.

Voting is open for the Jackson area high school Athlete of the Week contest covering Sept.

28-Oct. 3 and ends on Oct. 8 at 4 p.m. Nominees include Demarrius Pickens (Crockett), Jayden Butler (Haywood), Darion Taylor (Humboldt), Carson Kelley (Milan), Wade Lowe (North Side), Reed Williamson (TCA), and Gavan Thomas (USJ).

Rain-soaked football on Oct.

5 led to major upsets in Division II-A and saw one team join the Jackson area Super 12 rankings ahead of Week 8, when many teams have a bye as schools go on fall break.

Tennessee football will face No. 7 Alabama on Oct.

17 at 3:30 p.m. ET at Neyland Stadium. The game will be televised on ABC, ESPN or SEC Network with details to follow.

The Tennessee Sports Writers Association released new statewide high school football rankings for Week 8, adding five new team placements (Class 1A through Division II-AAA) based on votes from local publications.

The updated rankings set the stage for upcoming games.

The Memphis Tigers earned a big win against Charlotte after their bye week, boosting local sports interest & setting the stage for upcoming regional matchups.