LOCAL BRIEFS: The Carnegie Center reopens

The Carnegie has resumed regular operating hours this week with visitor access limited to the West Gallery as building renovations continue. Admission will be free during this period of limited access.

The Carnegie is a City-operated facility that houses The Legends of Tennessee Music Museum. The current renovations and phased reopening are being coordinated through The Carnegie’s facility operations.

We appreciate the community’s patience and look forward to welcoming visitors back as improvements continue. Additional updates will be shared as more areas become available to the public.

3 Union soccer players receive conference recognition

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- The Gulf South Conference announced the post season selections for All-GSC First and Second Teams. These team are compromised from the coaches votes across the conference. Among those selections, Rebekah Jackson and Irene Arias were named to the first team. Tessa Erzen was named to the second team.

Jackson led the conference for the majority of the season in goals and points. After the regular season concluded, she earned third for both categories. She is also second in the GSC for shots on goal (1.80 Avg/G) and third in the conference for shots (2.93 Avg/G). She score 11 goals this season, including two game winners, adding 2 assists in her 1020 minutes of action. She was named GSC Player of the Week and TSWA Player of the Week on Sept. 29.

Arias was a consistent presence in the midfield, providing both offensive and defensive contributions. She started all 15 games, scoring 4 goals and assisting 4 in her 1320 minutes of action. In striking, 43 percent of her shots were on frame. The Spanish senior transitions defensive efforts and was a key playmaker for the Lady Bulldogs this season.

Erzen anchored the defense while also providing pieces of offensive contributions. The lone captain from Des Moines, Iowa, was named GSC Defender of the Week on October 27. She started all 15 matches helping the defense to 4 shutouts. Offensively, she contributed with 2 assists in her 1254 minutes of action.

All three of these senior Lady Bulldogs were instrumental in Union's success this season, demonstrating leadership, consistency, and dedication on both ends of the field. Their All-GSC selections recognize their individual contributions and the impact they have made on the program throughout their careers.

We the People to screen documentary on nation’s founding

We the People of West TN will present a screening of MONUMENTAL: In Search of America’s National Treasure, the documentary hosted by actor and filmmaker Kirk Cameron, on 11-17-26 at 6-8 pm at 1027 W. Forest  Jackson, TN. The event is open to the public, and everyone is welcome. In the film, Cameron travels across Europe and the United States to uncover what made America so free and prosperous. His journey leads to Plymouth, Massachusetts, and the National Monument to the Forefathers, which was dedicated in 1889 to honor the Pilgrims. The monument’s central figure, “Faith,” points toward heaven with one hand and holds the Bible in the other. Its design reflects five principles that shaped the nation: freedom, justice, education, morality, and religion.

Attendees can purchase a booklet on the National Monument to the Forefathers, produced by Patriot Academy, for $10. The booklet shares the story behind the monument and the Pilgrims’ unwavering commitment to faith and freedom. Quantities are limited.  

For more information, visit wethepeopleofwesttn.com.

TIPS coordinating Operation Christmas Child drive

Tennessee Industrial Printing (TIPS) is partnering with Operation Christmas Child for the 2026 holiday season, aiming to pack and send 100 shoeboxes to children in need worldwide.

Supporters can contribute now through Nov. 16 by dropping off items at TIPS or ordering directly from the official Amazon Wishlist (https://a.co/0egnX7BQ). The donation of Amazon and Walmart gift cards is also an easy and extremely helpful way to participate.

“Giving back is a core value at TIPS,” said Wayne Chambers, Owner and General Manager. “Whether someone drops off supplies or buys a $5 item online, every contribution helps us reach our goal of 100 boxes.”
TIPS will host its packing party on Nov. 18 at 4 p.m. Per updated guidelines, prohibited items include soap, candy, toothpaste, gum, used or damaged items, scary or war-related items (such as toy guns, knives, or military figures), chocolate or food, seeds, fruit rolls or other fruit snacks, drink mixes (powdered or liquid), liquids or lotions, medications or vitamins, breakable items (such as snow globes or glass containers), aerosol cans, and alcohol wipes.

Tennessee Industrial Printing was founded in 1972 by three local entrepreneurs. With a focus on quality and customer service from the beginning, they worked hard to transform TIPS into a very strong printing company. Today, TIPS has grown to employ 25 employees, printing items for local and regional businesses, as well as items for multiple Fortune 500 Companies located across the United States. To learn more about TIPS, follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or LinkedIn, or visit their website at www.tipsprints.com.

Veterans outreach event

Madison County is hosting a veterans outreach event on Wednesday, Nov. 18.

All veterans and their families are invited to the County’s Veterans Administration office (311 North Parkway in Midtown Jackson) to see what services are available to them and how to connect to those services. The event is from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Jackson Choral Society Fall Concert 

The Jackson Choral Society will present its fall concert, “Celebrations,” on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 1627 N. Highland Ave., in Jackson. Doors open at 2:30 p.m.

The community choir, directed by Madelyn Musser and accompanied by pianist Mitzi Mathenia, will perform a program of choral music for the occasion.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for students and $5 for children in middle school and younger. They are available in advance from choir members and at the door.

The Jackson Choral Society is a non-auditioned community choir that has presented concerts in West Tennessee since 2011. It meets Monday evenings during the fall and spring concert seasons. The society is a fund of the Community Foundation of West Tennessee.

For more information, visit jacksonchoralsociety.com or the society’s Facebook page.

Holiday Market in Medina

On Saturday, Nov. 28, Medina will host its Small Business Saturday Holiday Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is being held in conjunction with Small Business Saturday and will celebrate local small businesses, makers, and the holiday season.

The market will feature local crafters, makers, and bakers offering a variety of items, including clothing, accessories, artwork, baked goods, sweets, body care products, candles, household goods, woodworking, jewelry, and more.

In addition to shopping, attendees can enjoy live music from local schools and a special visit from Santa, who will make an appearance in front of Total Realty Source.

The event is hosted by Medina Downtown Development Initiative, an organization dedicated to promoting economic growth, cultural vitality, and historic preservation in Downtown Medina.

Centennial Bank is the presenting sponsor, with additional support from Rhodes Family Diner, Total Realty Source, Area Wide Communications, Gibson Connect and Medina Lions Club.

Jackson Area Community Bands concert

The Jackson Area Community Bands will perform their December Concert at First Baptist Church, 1627 North Highland Ave., Jackson, TN on Monday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m.  

The concert is free and open to the public. 

The Symphonic Winds, the concert band, will present Band Classics conducted by Mr. Steven Barnett. The Swing Orchestra, conducted by Mr. David Kyles, will entertain the audience with the theme of “Autumn Leaves.”

The Jackson Area Community Bands is a fund of the Community Foundation of West Tennessee and performs free concerts to share the joy and experience of live band music with the people of the Jackson area.  Donations are tax-deductible.

Their conductors and musicians are from West Tennessee.  They donate their time and talents to produce family-friendly concerts for the public.  For more information, visit them on Facebook or see their website at www.jacbinc.com.