Archives: 2021

West TN educators compete for grants by social media contest

JACKSON, Tenn. — Educators across West Tennessee are showcasing their ideas or projects for a chance for them to be funded. The Leaders Education Foundation, started by Leaders Credit Union, recognizes an opportunity for students to learn and interact in new ways and for new dreams and ideas to emerge. The Leaders Education Foundation advocates these ideas and dreams through…

Barbara German McCullough

Barbara German McCullough, age 78, resident of Brownsville, Tennessee, departed this life Monday afternoon, September 20, 2021 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Barbara was born August 22, 1943, the daughter of the late William David “Buddy” German and Elizabeth “Lizzy” German. She owned a house cleaning service for many years. Barbara enjoyed her cats, housekeeping, and gardening. Mrs. McCullough is…

RuPaul becomes most-awarded person of color in Emmys history

(CNN Newsource) — Television figure RuPaul made Emmy history Sunday night. He became the most-awarded person of color in the show’s history with 11 wins, a record previously held by cinematographer Donald A. Morgan. His latest prize was for Best Reality Competition Program for “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” RuPaul, who serves as the host and executive producer, has nabbed six wins…

James Robert Sills

James Robert Sills, age 59, passed away on Monday, September 20, 2021, at his home in Bells, TN.  A Memorial Service to Celebrate the Life of Mr. Sills will be conducted on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at 1:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Bells Funeral Home.  A visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at the Bells Funeral…

6 deaths, 243 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another six Madison County residents have died due to COVID-19 complications. The health department confirms those individuals were: An 82-year-old male who died September 10 A 49-year-old male who died September 12 An 80-year-old female who died September 12 A 57-year-old female who died September 13 A 65-year-old male…

America’s new COVID-19 rules for international travel

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. is rolling out new COVID-19 rules for travelers flying into the country. They will take effect in November. The rules will affect Americans and noncitizens alike, as the White House seeks to restore more normal air travel after 18 months of disruption caused by COVID-19. All adult foreign nationals traveling to the U.S. will be…

Civil rights museum celebrating anniversary with free day

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with free admission for visitors on Saturday. Founded in 1991, the Memphis-based museum chronicles the history of civil rights in America, from slavery to present day. It is located on the grounds of the former Lorraine Motel, where the Rev. Martin Luther King…