LONDON (AP) — Paul McCartney has revisited the breakup of The Beatles, disputing the suggestion that he was responsible for the group’s demise. Speaking on an episode of BBC Radio 4’s “This Cultural Life’’ that is scheduled to air Oct 23, McCartney said it was John Lennon who wanted to disband The Beatles. McCartney said “I didn’t instigate the split…
(AP) WASHINGTON — The government’s top infectious diseases expert says families can feel safe trick-or-treating outdoors this year for Halloween as COVID-19 cases in the U.S. decline, especially for those who are vaccinated. Dr. Anthony Fauci told CNN’s “State of the Union” Sunday that it’s an important time of year for children, so “go out there” and “enjoy it.” He…
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California is the first state to require large department stores to display products like toys and toothbrushes in gender-neutral ways. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the law Saturday. It does not outlaw traditional boys and girls sections at department stores. Instead, it says large stores must also have a gender-neutral section. The section must display toys and…
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay has started talking with officials in several cities about creating a museum to display the pop culture memorabilia that he’s spent millions of dollars collecting. That collection includes items such as guitars used by Prince and Bob Dylan and the 120-foot-long scroll on which Jack Kerouac wrote the 1950s novel “On the…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jacob Barker Festival continued Saturday as family and friends gathered for music, food and community. This is the 5th year for the festival. Founder, Ronnie Barker says that he and his wife created this event due to their son being diagnosed with cancer. After his son beat cancer, Barker and his family were able to take…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Lena Carter celebrated over 30 years of working today. Carter was an employee at Kroger for 32 years. Her favorite part about working was her colleagues, the customers and just the overall experience. Now that Carter is done working, she plans on spending more time on herself and possibly traveling. Categories: Local News, News, Video
JACKSON, Tenn. — The 2nd Annual Jackson Pride Festival was held at Conger Park and after being postponed last week, and attendees are excited to be a part of this event. “This event is so important for Jackson because it’s all about including everyone, equality, bringing people together so, it’s a great event for everyone,” says Jackson Pride committee member,…
The University of Tennessee decided to turn back time Saturday. The UT Agriculture Institution held a Bicentennial Heritage Festival in Jackson. To celebrate Jackson’s 200th birthday they wanted to take people back into history. Attendees could watch and even participate in blacksmith practices, sewing, and beekeeping. Director Scott Stewart says the festival was to show people where Jackson came from…
MILAN, Tenn. — It’s all pumpkins and colors of fall down Main Street in Milan. The City of Milan hosted their annual Fall Festival Saturday. With Halloween just around the corner and Thanksgiving not far behind, vendors were selling all different types of fall items. And attendees were hoping to get in the fall spirit. Matt Ivy says he is…
GREENFIELD, Tenn. — The Greenfield Fire Prevention Festival held a parade downtown. Sirens could be heard all over Greenfield Saturday. But this time it wasn’t for an emergency. The Greenfield Fire Department hosted their 32nd annual Fire Prevention Festival. Chief Bob Dudley says they were pleasantly surprised by how big the parade was this year. “It was something. We started…
