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Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pastor Marcie Hendrick and Kristie Butler joined the show to share details on the upcoming A Night of Giving Hope event in Jackson — an event designed to offer support and hope to local residents during challenging times — with organizers anticipating strong community turnout. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ Downtown Jackson will come alive on November 8 at 11 a.m. as organizers host the West Tennessee Veterans Day Parade to honor the men and women who have served the nation—individuals and groups are invited to join the procession and compete for a prize for the best-decorated veteran vehicle. WNBJ 39
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson Symphony Orchestra will kick off the holiday season early with its 'Lights, Camera, Christmas! – Holiday Pops' concert at the Carl Perkins Civic Center at 400 South Highland Avenue on November 14 at 7:30 p.m.—the event is moved earlier due to planned renovations in December. WNBJ 39
- ➤ The City of Jackson unveiled a bronze sculpture and bust tribute on Tuesday to honor local civil rights leader Shirlene Mercer in downtown Jackson. The memorial, created with local artist Wanda Stanfill and Lugar Foundry in partnership with the community foundation of West Tennessee, is now on display in front of city hall to mark her birthday. WBBJ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, the UT AgResearch Center in Jackson held a ribbon cutting to unveil new buildings, greenhouses, and modern farming equipment to help local growers improve efficiency. UT President Randy Boyd and Senior VP Keith Carver noted that government funds enabled these upgrades—boosting agricultural research and education. WNBJ 39
- ➤ Jackson State Community College now offers TCAT Jackson students a new pathway to earn college credit for an AAS in Health Sciences—this agreement, effective through fall 2028, gives a smooth transfer for those finishing Medical Assisting or Patient Care Technician programs. Officials say the plan will help students advance in both their education and healthcare careers. WYN 106.9
- ➤ Union University explained today that homecoming week will follow normal safety measures—campus security will work with Madison County and Jackson PD to keep events like basketball, volleyball, and soccer safe. The university said there will not be a large, centralized event and all plans will be similar to a regular week. WNBJ 39
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bright flash that appeared to be a meteor was seen over West Tennessee during early Tuesday, with home surveillance cameras from Humboldt to Lexington capturing the event and several witnesses reporting a loud boom. One video shows the flash occurred shortly after 2 a.m.—the recordings suggest the phenomenon was visible over a wide area. WYN 106.9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Jackson will host a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on October 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 164 Conalco Drive—residents can safely dispose of hazardous items including electronic waste, documents for shredding, and smoke detectors. WNBJ 39
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Madison Co. health officials report a rise in hand, foot, and mouth disease that causes fever, mouth sores, and rashes on the hands and feet—this illness mostly affects children under 5 but can spread to others. The Jackson Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson area girls' Athlete of the Week vote is open for games played from Oct.6-11—nominees include Catelyn Croom, Charli Weatherford, Marleigh Chicantek, Tori Robinson, Madeline Eldridge and Reagan Whitledge with standout efforts in volleyball, soccer and golf. The poll will close at noon on Oct.17—voters are encouraged to cast their ballots before then. The Jackson Sun
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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Lane College Dragons vs. Kentucky State Thorobreds
8:00 p.m. — Lane Field — Tickets from $54 — Witness the thrilling college football clash between the Dragons and Thorobreds.
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