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Today’s edition · Sat., Nov. 7

Area teams win playoff openers; UT Martin students shadow hospital staff

Plus, 100-plus UT Martin students try health care careers at Jackson-Madison County General.

The Jackson Morning News team2 stories12 sources5 min read

High School SportsTop story

Jackson Christian and Milan win their football playoff openers on Friday night

Four area teams won their first-round games

ClassResult
DII Class AJackson Christian 35, Ezell-Harding 12
Class 1AHumboldt 48, Memphis KIPP 0
Class 2AMilan 13, Mitchell 12
Class 5AMunford 53, Dickson County 14

Source: Talk-N West TN

If you couldn't make it to a game, here's how Friday went. Talk-N West TN posted the round 1 scores, courtesy of Jackson State Community College. Jackson Christian beat Ezell-Harding 35-12 in DII Class A, and Milan edged Mitchell 13-12 in Class 2A.

The Bulldogs finished the regular season 8-2 with a sixth straight win, 19-16 over Peabody, and they want to go further than last year's semifinal. Williamson Source's round 1 roundup also lists Jackson Christian's win and Munford's 53-14 win over Dickson County. It says most games were played Friday, Nov. 6.

  • Dresden (Class 1A): 42, Memphis Westwood 12
  • MASE 45, Jackson Central-Merry 13 (Class 2A)
  • University School of Jackson: bye (DII Class A)

Munford scored 53 points in its first-round win

Source: Talk-N West TN

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Value
Munford53
Humboldt48
MASE45
Dresden42
Jackson Christian35
Milan13

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UT Martin students spend a day shadowing workers at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital

If you know a college student eyeing a health care career, here's one way the hospital helps. Jackson-Madison County General Hospital and UT Martin teamed up Thursday for "," and WBBJ says more than 100 college students took part. 39 News counted more than 120.

120+UT Martin students at the hospital, per 39 News

UT Martin brought the students to Jackson-Madison County General Hospital for an up-close look at the medical field.

Source: WNBJ 39

Students shadowed professionals across multiple departments. Aya Brent, a health and human performance major, said it "really was an eye-opener."

“Well, just the connection, the partnership is key; we have job opportunities such as internships, residency programs, and so this gives them kind of a key look at where they might be able to start their career.”

Dr. Courtney Hiscox, workforce development manager

Students shared what they said about the day

StudentWhat they said
Aya BrentCalled it an eye-opener
Cole BelewWants connections and a look at IT work
Chayce AndersonHopes to see what a career looks like in person

Sources: WBBJ-TV, WNBJ 39

  • Date: Thursday, Nov. 5
  • Partners: Jackson-Madison County General Hospital and UT Martin
  • Fields: nursing, patient care, hospital operations, medical technology

News Notes

Rezoning

The Jackson Municipal Regional Planning Commission approved the rezoning of property at Westwood Gardens Drive and North Fairground Street. The 20.26-acre project includes , The Midtown District, a walkable 14-acre community with apartments, townhomes, single-family homes and retail shoppes. Talk-N West TN

The Madison Landing project covers 20.26 acres

Area of the Madison Landing project, beside places you know

The Madison Landing project20 acresWhole project
The Midtown District community14 acres
A football field1.3 acresend zones included
A Walmart Supercenterabout 4.1 acres

15 football fields would fit inside the Madison Landing project

Source: Talk-N West TN

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The Madison Landing project20 acres (Whole project)
The Midtown District community14 acres
A football field1.3 acres (end zones included)
A Walmart Supercenterabout 4.1 acres

Weather balloons

As of Nov. 1, all 92 upper air sites nationwide are back on a twice daily launch schedule, NWS public affairs director John Ewald said. Several offices had scaled back launches since early 2025 because of budget restraints. WBBJ-TV

Debt help

The City of Jackson has extended its Debt Defeater Campaign through the end of November. The campaign connects residents with free, professional counseling. WBBJ-TV

Adoption

More than 400 children in Tennessee need an adoptive home, and November is National Adoption Month. Youth Villages assistant director Jamonica Farmer said a foster care specialist is assigned to each child, with 24/7 support. WBBJ-TV

Veterans

Ahead of Veterans Day, Dr. Martin Edelman urges veterans to get screened for lung cancer rather than wait for symptoms. Years of smoking or exposure to burn pits, Agent Orange and asbestos increase the risk. WBBJ-TV

Home

Two home kitchen upgrades under $24 while sales last: super-absorbent dish towels that come in an eight-pack and include a hanging loop, and a water-absorbing stone sponge holder that’s minimalist, compact, and keeps counters and sponges dry with natural diatomite stone.

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Santa keeps a house in downtown Jackson, and he's heading back to it. He returns to his original home at theLOCAL for free visits starting Thursday, Dec. 3, and running through Wednesday, Dec. 23. A coffee truck will be parked on-site serving hot cocoa and sweet treats. Wish lists are welcome. Sounds like a jolly way to warm up.

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  3. Wed., Nov. 4Caroline Ballentine named Jackson's next City Court judge
  4. Tues., Nov. 3Election Day is here, and the Jackson Christmas Parade is set for Dec. 7
  5. Mon., Nov. 2Lane College's homecoming, Shakesfest and Midsouth Autofest fill Jackson's weekend
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Jackson Morning Newsto me · Sat., Nov. 76:00 a.m.

Area teams win playoff openers; UT Martin students shadow hospital staff

Plus, 100-plus UT Martin students try health care careers at Jackson-Madison County General.

The TLDR

  1. Jackson Christian beat Ezell-Harding 35-12 in the playoffs
  2. Milan edged Mitchell 13-12 in Class 2A
  3. UT Martin students shadowed staff at Jackson-Madison County General
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