This week’s Pet of the Week from our friends at Saving the Animals Together is Skrat. Skrat is up-to-date on his vaccinations. This boy is neutered and micro-chipped. He is approximately 1.5 to 2-years-old and he weighs approximately 25 lbs. He is house trained and crate trained. Skrat is a happy, sweet, and playful boy. Skrat is laid back and…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Health leaders have given constant updates throughout the week on the spike in COVID-19 cases, and just as things started to look like they were getting back to normal. West Tennessee Healthcare Communications and Compliance Officer Amy Garner says COVID-19 cases are becoming more concerning. “They just continue to go up every single day. We had 59…
PINSON, Tenn. — Health officials dedicated a building to a local academy. Friday, West Tennessee Healthcare and Youth Town Academy held a dedication ceremony for the healthcare’s donation to the George Thomas Junior Academy Building. This building sits on the property of Youth Town, and organizers say they are excited to give back to students who deserve an education. “It’s…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. — The Tennessee Highway Patrol hosted a mobile blood drive Friday with LIFELINE Blood Services. Members of multiple agencies gave blood, including the Madison County Fire Department and more. Sgt. Jena Eubanks with the Tennessee Highway Patrol says this is a great way to give back. “I think as a Tennessee state trooper, one of the things…
JACKSON, Tenn. — After participating in full equipment practices this week, the Trinity Christian Academy football program is putting the final touches on the game plan with just three more weeks of summer activities. Last season, the Lions didn’t exactly get off to the best start, however they won the games they needed to down the stretch, advancing all the…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Tax free weekend is here and many local businesses are preparing for their weekend sales. “We’ve already been busy. Busier than last year because even the teachers wouldn’t come in because of the pandemic. So far we’ve had a lot of parents come in for tablets because they can’t find it in Jackson. So we carry all…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Gov. Bill Lee issued a limited state of emergency on Friday. I’m extending the following order. Learn more at https://t.co/ynm087ujBU pic.twitter.com/PFxZsF2jDu — Gov. Bill Lee (@GovBillLee) July 30, 2021 The order extends the use of the Tennessee National Guard for health care during the pandemic and for COVID-19 vaccination efforts. The order will go into effect at…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Tennessee’s oldest marathon is celebrating its golden anniversary in Jackson. Organizers want everyone to be a part of it. The Andrew Jackson Marathon is celebrating their 50 years on race day April 2, 2022. Organizers say they are looking for participants. “We are opening registration Aug. 1 with a special of $50 per entrance for anyone that…
Johnny Drew Elmore, age 80, passed away on Thursday, July 29, 2021, in Friendship, TN. Funeral Services to celebrate the life of Mr. Johnny will be conducted on Monday, August 2, 2021, at 1:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Bells Funeral Home with Bro. William Harrell officiating. Burial to follow in Belle Vernon Cemetery. A visitation for the Elmore…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Transportation says some lanes of the Interstate 40 bridge will open sooner than later. (Photo courtesy: Nichole Lawrence with TDOT) TDOT said on Friday the eastbound lanes of the Hernando DeSoto Bridge will open Saturday at 10 p.m. TDOT says the bridge remains an active work zone. As of Friday, TDOT says the…
