Jackson
Morning News
Monday, November 17th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The community in Jackson came together to surprise Chief Deputy Derrick Tisdale with a retirement celebration organized by Lighthouse Church+ marking his 30 years of service at the Jackson Police Department; many residents attended to honor his work. WYN 106.9
- ➤ Home2 Suites by Hilton at 40 Old Medina Crossing hosted a toy drive on Sunday from 1 until 5 p.m. to collect toys for children at Lebonheur or for animals at Jackson Animal Care Center — visitors also received special photo sessions with Santa and pet photos after 3 p.m. WYN 106.9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jackson-Madison County Schools gathered at Regional Interfaith for the fourth year to put together Thanksgiving meals for local families. Central Office staff and school principals worked together on this event — a tradition that supports families during the holiday season. The Jackson Post
- ➤ All-Northwest Tennessee Honor Choir kicked off at Freed-Hardeman University this past weekend as over 300 student vocalists from local middle and high schools performed a selected repertoire at the new Dryden Auditorium—organized into a Junior High Choir and a Senior High Choir led by Chairperson Jared Heldenbrand and Director Tasha Moore. WBBJ-TV
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Gold's Gym Turkey Day 5K
8-11 a.m. — Gold's Gym — Donations encouraged — Participate in a local charity race benefiting RIFA with awards for top finishers across multiple age divisions.
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Jackson’s Hub City Flea Market
All day — Fairgrounds Park — Free entry — Shop unique finds, enjoy live music, and savor tasty food truck treats every first Friday to Sunday of the month.
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A Christmas Carol: Scrooge
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Jackson Theatre Guild — Ticket fees apply — Celebrate the season with a heartwarming adaption of the holiday classic featuring Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey of redemption.
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Medal Madness Race Series
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — North Park — Registration required — Compete in themed distances from 1M to a Half Marathon and earn a medal for your effort.
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