Jackson
Morning News
Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Facing a SNAP delay, the Salvation Army in Jackson paused its Angel Tree program to focus on food relief. Olympic Steakhouse in Bells contributed over $50,000 in food donations, and the organization now serves food every Thursday from 9 a.m. to midnight to support neighbors in need. WNBJ 39
- ➤ AAA urges local drivers to prepare for hazardous winter roads as snow, sleet, and freezing rain are forecast; the Auto Club Group advises keeping at least a half tank of gas (and emergency supplies) and reducing speed on icy roads. WYN 106.9
- ➤ Brant Tibbs and Donald Scott Thorson of The Dream Center discussed the upcoming Dreams Renewed fundraiser featuring Diamond Rio on the show, sharing key details to help community members plan for the event (full schedule to be confirmed). WBBJ TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South warns consumers about online puppy scams that add extra fees & charges. Reported cases include a Minnesota buyer paying $2,500 for a nonexistent dachshund and a Memphis buyer losing $300 for a Yorkie, so checking pets in person and researching prices is advised. The Jackson Sun
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the Jackson Arts Council hosted its 4th annual Holiday Arts Social at The Ned’s upstairs gallery in downtown Jackson, featuring local artists selling paintings, sculptures, and photographs for $20 to $250 to support ongoing arts programs. WYN 106.9
- ➤ The Jackson Theatre Guild presents A Christmas Carol: Scrooge with a preview party tonight at 6:30 p.m. at The Ned McWherter Cultural Arts Center & additional showings are scheduled Dec. 5-7 & Dec. 11-13. WYN 106.9
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Denver Air Connection marked its first year at Jackson Regional Airport and nears 10,000 passengers with daily flights to Chicago and Atlanta. The airline’s progress supports local growth — airport expansion plans backed by a $10 million grant and seed funding aim to boost future development. The Jackson Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jackson Street Department crews are on-call to patrol roads and begin pre-salting if icy weather occurs. Officials advise drivers to call the police if they face an emergency on slick roads. WNBJ 39
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ USJ lost the state championship game to Nashville Christian in Chattanooga earlier this week. The game showed one team excelling while USJ struggled throughout the match. The Jackson Post
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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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