Jackson
Morning News
Sunday, October 19th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, more than 200 bikers rode through Jackson in the Red Dog Bar and Grill 43rd annual St. Jude Toy Run to collect donations and toys for St. Jude Children’s Hospital—local sponsors donated over 150 items. The event also featured live music, a silent auction, and food to support the cause. WBBJ-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University School of Jackson Bruins lost a 27-26 thriller at Dyer County on Friday night—both teams traded scores until a 2-point attempt fell short. The Jackson Post
- ➤ TWRA announced that the first young sportsman deer hunt will take place Oct. 25-26 and allows children ages 6-16 to hunt with guns, muzzleloaders, or archery equipment when accompanied by a non-hunting adult — 21 or older who must be ready to take control immediately. Youth aged 10 and older must meet hunter education or licensing requirements as archery season ends Oct. 24 with other hunting segments scheduled to follow. WYN 106.9
- ➤ WBBJ recapped high school football action from across the region in its Week 9 review. The report provided scores and highlights from the games, summarizing the night’s key moments. WYN 106.9
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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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