CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The North Carolina-based Bojangles chain of restaurants says it will close all of its company-owned establishments on two upcoming days, portraying it as a chance to provide its thousands of employees a “well-deserved break.” But Bojangles’ employees will not get paid for those days off. In a statement, the chicken and biscuit chain encouraged its thousands…
This week’s band of the week is brought to you by Union University. Tonight we highlight the talented Marching War Eagles of West Carroll High School as our Band of the Week for week number two. Led by Band Director Michael Nelson, this dedicated group of musicians brings energy that is simply unmatched on a Friday night. Categories: Local News
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon says two Islamic State group members were killed in a drone strike in eastern Afghanistan, not one as initially reported. The update comes from Defense Department spokesman John Kirby at a briefing. The attack Saturday local time in Afghanistan came amid what the White House called indications that IS planned to strike again as the…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Should fans be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to attend concerts? Musicians are split on that. The Foo Fighters, Phish, Maroon 5, The Killers and Dead and Company have called for proof of vaccination or a recent negative COVID test for their audiences. Eric Clapton and Van Morrison oppose vaccine mandates. Jennifer Nettles…
Saturday Forecast Update for August 28th: Mostly sunny, hot but humid weather will continue for today into Sunday. Some afternoon and evening showers could pop up Sunday, with chances better later in the day. Heavy rainfall from Ida is expected to impact West Tennessee starting on Monday and moving out on Wednesday. We will have the latest on Hurricane Ida…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Drummer Kenny Malone, a prolific session drummer for country and pop stars, has died. His friend Dave Pomeroy says he died Thursday after being diagnosed with COVID-19. He was 83. Malone played on the Dolly Parton hit “Jolene,” and also played for acts like Dolly Parton, Merle Haggard and many others. Categories: Tennessee News
Cpl. Daniel Todd Wallace, age 29 of Jackson, passed away on August 25, 2021 in Jackson, TN surrounded by his wife, Maegan, and his loving family. Daniel was born on September 12, 1991 in Jackson to Susan Hunt Wallace. Daniel, from childhood, always wanted to serve his community and be a police officer. One of the proudest days of his…
This week’s Pet of the Week from Saving the Animals Together is Oakley! Oakley is a lively love bug! She is 2-years-old, crate trained, house trained and completely vetted. She would do well in a home with another dog and a fairly active family. Oakley loves to cuddle and play with rope toys. She enjoys playing tug and running around…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — When deadly floods knocked out all communications but radio in rural Tennessee last weekend, emergency officials had a new tool at their disposal. Bobby Brown is director of Humphrey County’s 911 center, located in the hard-hit city of Waverly. He noted on Thursday that he was able to get six cellphones from police in the neighboring…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States military struck back at the Islamic State in Afghanistan on Saturday, acting on President Joe Biden’s vow to hit the extremists in retaliation for a suicide bombing claimed by IS that killed as many as 169 Afghans and 13 American service members at Kabul airport Thursday. A U.S. Central Command statement said a drone…
