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Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Santa will be available for visits in downtown Jackson outside of City Hall from December 19 to December 21, marking the last opportunity this year.  WNBJ 39
  • The Ugly Sweater 5K and 1 Mile Holiday Run at Fleet Feet supported Isaiah 117 House for foster children, with 125 participants joining in festive attire.  The Jackson Sun
  • A Jackson resident won $570,000 in the Daily Tennessee Jackpot and plans to bank it wisely, contributing to a total of $23.2 million in Tennessee Lottery prizes awarded last week.  WYN 106.9
  • The Downtown Jackson Passport Promotion concluded, awarding $200 in local business gift cards to three random winners, in a bid to boost small business patronage.  WNBJ 39

CRIME NEWS

  • Individuals were booked into Madison County Jail between 12/13/24 and 12/16/24, highlighting the process but not implying guilt.  WYN 106.9

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Jackson-Madison County School Board approved the $14,469,762 construction cost for a new football stadium at Jackson Central-Merry, enhancing community sports infrastructure.  The Jackson Post

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Madison County Commission's meeting involved debates over the 2025 meeting calendar and board appointments, eventually passing a revised calendar with 14 yes votes.  The Jackson Post

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Tennessee State EMS Board has granted the Jackson Fire Department the approval to conduct EMT Basic-in-House Training, enabling enhanced medical care levels for the community and cost savings.  WNBJ 39

SPORTS NEWS

  • Jackson Christian maintains its undefeated streak in TSSAA basketball, while fans are encouraged to vote for the week's top player.  The Jackson Sun
  • The article invites readers to vote for the Jackson area girls athlete of the week, highlighting various players' performances in recent basketball games.  The Jackson Sun

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Annie the Musical

    Experience the classic story of Annie performed by the Jackson Theatre Guild this holiday season.

    Thu, 12/19/24

    View event
  • The Second Annual Blues & Soul Ball

    This event features an evening of blues and soul music, complemented by delicious food and a lively atmosphere for dancing.

    Tue, 12/31/24

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

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