Today’s edition · Mon., Nov. 2
Lane College's homecoming, Shakesfest and Midsouth Autofest fill Jackson's weekend
Plus, a behind-the-scenes lunch at the Jackson Energy Authority control center Tuesday.
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Shakesfest
Hub City Theatre Company hosted Shakesfest, Jackson's first Renaissance arts festival, Saturday at the AMP at the market. It had costume contests, stick horse races and live performances of Shakespeare's Hamlet. WBBJ-TV
Lane homecoming
Several downtown streets closed Saturday for Lane College's Homecoming parade, led by grand marshal and state Rep. Johnny Shaw. The Dragons then fell to Tuskegee 27-14 to end their season. WBBJ-TVWBBJ-TV
Autofest
Midsouth Autofest made its debut Sunday at Jackson Dragway, 79 Ranger Road. The six-hour event started at noon with a car meet, a truck show, live drifting and ride-alongs. WBBJ-TV
Tartans
First Presbyterian Church in Jackson marked 25 years of its Kirkin of the Tartans tradition Sunday morning. The City of Memphis pipe band played, and the congregation blessed family tartans. WBBJ-TV
Cheer
Jackson Cheer Company held its annual showcase at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. It kicked off at 11 with Jackson Elite Teams, ahead of competition season. WBBJ-TV
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Tuskegee beat Lane 27-14 in the Dragons' homecoming game
- Tuskegee Golden Tigers27 (won)Lane College Dragons14
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Lexington
The Lexington Police Department hosted its annual community gathering Saturday evening at the Lexington Soccer Complex on John Threadgill Road. Local churches, civic groups and businesses handed out treats to a large crowd from across Henderson County. WBBJ-TV
Humboldt
Resurrection Church hosted its annual youth gathering Saturday evening on East End Drive in Humboldt. Attendees enjoyed free food, carnival-style games, face painting and bags of sweet treats. WBBJ-TV
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Lane College's homecoming, Shakesfest and Midsouth Autofest fill Jackson's weekend
Plus, a behind-the-scenes lunch at the Jackson Energy Authority control center Tuesday.
The TLDR
- Shakesfest, Jackson's first Renaissance arts festival, drew families to the AMP
- Lane College's homecoming parade ran through parts of downtown, and the Dragons fell 27-14
- Midsouth Autofest debuted at Jackson Dragway on Sunday
Around Jackson
From WBBJ-TV, WREG.com and 2 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service.
WBBJ-TV13 hours ago
Union falls to UAH in the GSC Tournament, on WBBJ-TVThe Union Lady Bulldogs soccer team lost an extensive match against the UAH Chargers in round one of the Gulf South Conference tournament.
WBBJ-TV13 hours ago
First Presbyterian Church in Jackson marks 25 years of Kirkin of the Tartans tradition, on WBBJ-TVA 25 year old tradition continued Sunday morning at Jackson’s First Presbyterian Church.
WBBJ-TV14 hours ago
Midsouth Autofest brings high-octane action to Jackson Dragway, on WBBJ-TVCar and truck enthusiasts from across the region gathered in Madison County on Sunday for the debut of the Midsouth Autofest.
WREG.com22 hours ago
I-240 traffic resumes following severe flood diversion, on WREG.comMEMPHIS, Tenn. — Northbound traffic on Interstate 240 is being diverted to the Jackson exit due to severe flooding, Memphis Police said on Sunday. Officers said severe flooding is north of the intersection. All northbound lanes are closed until further notice, MPD said. This story will be updated.
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