Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of October.
Good morning, Jackson.
📰 Economy
Tennessee gas prices have dropped as many stations now post rates below 4 per gallon (Jackson prices average 4.11) while lower crude oil prices are expected to push rates even lower.
Drivers see a gradual easing from recent high fuel costs.
🎓 Education
Arlington Elementary in Jackson awarded its Students of the Month Tuesday, Oct.
6; teachers selected Miss H. Agnew as top scholar (praised for leadership and kindness) based on merit.
High school teams from Jackson and other areas competed in a robotics challenge at Jackson State Community College's gym on Saturday, Oct.
3 to learn hands-on workforce skills. They built real-world project experience aimed at jumpstarting future careers.
🏥 Health
A new transitional home for men in recovery, called Charlie's House, opened at Aspell Recovery Center's campus at 121 Talbot Street on Oct.
1 & offers housing for 16 residents using funding from the Tennessee Opioid Abatement Council to support recovery efforts.
West Tennessee Medical Group will host its 2026 Girls Night Out to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month on Tuesday, Oct.
13 at 395 Hospital Boulevard in Jackson from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Attendees will enjoy refreshments, giveaways, local vendor displays, and inspirational moments.
🏈 Sports
Running back DeSean Bishop rushed for 220 yards and three touchdowns against Auburn on Oct.
3 but his performance was overshadowed by a quarterback change; he will aim to break the 200-yard barrier against Arkansas on Oct. 10.
Quarterback George MacIntyre will start for Tennessee against Arkansas on Oct.
10 in Fayetteville, replacing Faizon Brandon who was benched during the Auburn game (coach Josh Heupel awaits Brandon's injury report).
Basketball coach Rick Barnes said the NCAA rulings seem unfair after transfer Jalen Washington remains ineligible and is exploring legal options (in Indiana).
The team will play exhibition games on Oct. 15 and Oct. 20 before the season begins.
The Tennessee running backs posted a season-best 3.65 yards after contact under coach Josh Heupel & will face Arkansas on Oct.
10 at 4:15 p.m. with running back DeSean Bishop leading the charge.
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