Monday, May 12, 2025

Madison Co. population surpasses 100k

Madison County Mayor A.J. Massey - seen here addressing the Jackson-Madison County School Board at the March 2025 meeting - discussed last week the unofficial total of more than 100,000 residents in Madison County and how that can affect things positively for local government and residents.

Madison County now has more than 100,000 people in its population. According to an e-mail sent to Madison County Mayor A.J. Massey and County Clerk Fred Birmingham from the U.S. Census Bureau, …

Persevere trying to link former inmates with potential jobs

A representative from American Job Center sits at AJC’s table at Persevere’s job fair at The Greater Jackson Chamber on April 29.

Tables were arranged near the edge of the conference room at The Greater Jackson Chamber on April 29. At those tables were a few places in Jackson that are hiring like American Job Center, the …

2 JMCSS graduates among 4 Jackson Pride scholarship recipients

Berkley Roberts, Brynlee Merriweather, Mendy Pettigrew and Promise Porter were this year’s recipients of the Jackson Pride Scholarship Fund.

For the third year, Jackson Pride awarded scholarships to local seniors graduating high school and preparing to head to college later this year. The organization made their presentations on …

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Sports

Logan Foster signs his letter of intent to play baseball at Volunteer State during a signing ceremony at University School of Jackson on April 23.

USJ’s Foster to play baseball at Volunteer State

Ethan Orwig, who just graduated from Union last weekend, didn’t play high school baseball when he was a student at Augustine. But he played youth league ball and taught himself to pitch in his backyard.

Orwig had memorable, unconventional baseball career at Union

This photo from early in the season shows a couple of North Side defensive players running down a ball-carrier from Early College High.

Lady Indians flag football carries perfect record into state tournament

This photo from the West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex’s Facebook page is a drone shot of the Sportsplex during a weekend tournament. The facility will host TMSAA Class A sectionals for baseball and softball this week.

Sportsplex hosting TMSAA tournaments this week

Drake and Cole Craddock sign their letters sending them to play basketball at Dyersburg State while their parents and coaches from Trinity Christian look on.

TCA’s Craddock brothers going to Dyersburg State

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Obituaries

Frances Tipton

Edward Poe Jr.

Edward Poe Jr, affectionately known as “Jr” or Jr Poe”, was born Jan. 15, 1951, to Lucille Martin-Poe and Edward Poe Sr. He departed this earthly life on Aug. 27, 2024.

Dorothy Frances Maclin

Dorothy Frances Donaldson Maclin was born Dec. 29, 1930, to the late Hurshel Donaldson and Catherine Scott Donaldson in Gibson County, Tenn.

Faye Pipkin

Faye Pipkin, 89, entered her heavenly home on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, at Christian Care Center of Medina, with her family by her side. She was born on April 7, 1935, in Henderson, Tenn., the daughter of the late Millard and Wilma Patterson Maness.

Charlie R. Roby

Charlie R. Roby, a beloved figure in the community and a dedicated professional, passed away peacefully at his residence in Jackson, on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, at the age of 67, surrounded by his loving family.

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Opinion

LETTER TO EDITOR: Reader contests how election commissioners are chosen

The current form of the Madison County Election Commission with three Republicans - Chairman Mike Bledsoe, Tim Wilson and Charles Byrd - and one Democrat - new Commissioner Dwight Jones - wrap up a brief meeting with Election Administrator Lori Lott on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

Dear Editor, This letter is in reference to the May 1 Jackson Post article on the Madison County Election Commission and offers clarification on the appointment process for the …

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Entertainment

Community Calendar - May 8

Here’s a look at things to do in Jackson and West Tennessee in the next couple of weeks. May 9 An Evening with Erin Rae & The Kernal Don’t miss an intimate night of …

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