Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of October.
Good morning, Jackson.
🎭 Culture
Mary Jo Middlebrooks said the upcoming Ghost A-Walkin Tour and Dinner will begin at Ridgecrest Cemetery at 5 p.m., then include a catered dinner at First United Methodist Church and ghost tours in downtown Jackson.
The event supports scholarships for nontraditional women returning to college.
Jackson Theatre Guild announced its upcoming season that builds on its growing Guild, Jr. productions and theatre camps aimed at young audiences.
Details regarding performance schedules and new programming (pending further announcements) will be released soon.
🎓 Education
Isaac Lane Elementary hosted a 'Dads and special guests with donuts' event today for dads, granddads, brothers, uncles, coaches and mentors.
Jackson-Madison County Schools said every student could bring a positive role model (as part of the Men on the Move tour) to strengthen school and family connections.
🏛️ Government
Senator Marsha Blackburn’s AI-generated ad for early voting stirred mixed reactions among Jackson residents.
Some questioned its authenticity (one local called it 'crazy'), while others felt its unique style could boost voter turnout.
🏥 Health
Medicare open enrollment runs from Oct.
15 through Dec. 7 and will let over 1.5 million Tennesseans review plans before changes start Jan. 1, 2027. The update brings stricter eligibility and higher Part D costs, with new options like the ACCESS program — beneficiaries should compare plans carefully.
Flu season is underway and health experts urge residents to get vaccinated after the CDC reported 184 pediatric flu deaths last season & stressed that the flu can lead to serious complications.
Residents should consult their healthcare providers before the end of October.
🏈 Sports
Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon is listed as questionable for the Alabama game on Oct.
17 at Neyland Stadium — he suffered a right shoulder injury and was benched on Oct. 3, with daily reports set to update his status.
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