News & Community Notices

Jars of local honey overlooking the Appalachian hills
Featured Event

2026 Breathitt County Honey Festival

Mark your calendars! Jackson's beloved Honey Festival returns September 4–7, 2026, with craft vendors, carnival rides, a parade, live entertainment, and plenty of good food. Vendor and parade applications are available now.

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Announcements & Public Notices

Public Meeting

City Council Meeting

The Jackson City Council meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 5:30 PM in the Council Room at City Hall. All residents are welcome. Meetings are streamed live on Facebook.

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Water Notice

2026 Water Quality Report

The annual Consumer Confidence Report for Jackson Municipal Waterworks is now available. It details where your water comes from and the results of our quality testing.

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Parks

Douthitt Park Hours

Douthitt Park is open every day from 6 AM to 10 PM. Enjoy the walking trail, playground, and open spaces — a great place for families to spend the day together.

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Business

Annual License Renewals

Occupational business licenses are renewed every year. Download the current application and quarterly tax forms from our Forms & Documents section.

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Recreation

Youth Sports Registration

Jackson Parks & Recreation offers youth baseball, basketball, volleyball, and cheerleading throughout the year. Watch our Facebook page for registration dates.

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Transparency

Comprehensive Plan

Read the City's Comprehensive Plan to learn about our long-term vision for growth, housing, and community development in Jackson.

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