It’s time for Multiplying Good, an award given to people making a positive impact in the community. It’s in partnership with Leaders Credit Union. Linda Seaman runs Loving Paws Kitty Lover’s animal rescue, helping to save cats and kittens who would otherwise be in a tragic situation. “Our local organization, which is the Jackson Animal Care center, they can only…
It’s the moment conservatives have been waiting for. The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Wednesday in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. The potentially precedent-upending case directly challenges a woman’s constitutional right to an abortion before a fetus can survive outside the womb. The case is seen by conservatives as their best opportunity in decades to gut the landmark…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson Symphony is getting into the holiday spirit. This weekend is going to be huge for the Symphony, as they present two Christmas concerts. Saturday, Dec. 4, at 11:30 a.m., the Symphony will present its Family Christmas Matinee concert. There will be a sing-along, classic Christmas songs, and even a visit from Santa Claus. Then, at…
JACKSON, Tenn. — A local blood center has developed a new partnership in an effort to save lives nationwide. LIFELINE Blood Services announced its plans on Tuesday of joining the nation’s first emergency blood reserve. “We’ve figured out a way to adapt and be innovative to make sure that there’s enough blood on hand in case of a mass shooting,…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Branch of the NAACP hosted a news conference on Tuesday to receive, hold and preserve historical artifacts of Merry High School. Rev. Leo Gray, a graduate of Lane College Class of 1968 had in his possession photos, documents, and other historical items. The 1927 year books are from Lane College and the 1952 from…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Thanksgiving just passed, and it’s already time to get your Christmas tree. Falcon Ridge Farm in Toone has opened its gates for the community ahead of a busy Christmas season. Guests can come to the farm, choose their favorite tree and cut it down to take home with them. Owner, Ray Gilmer says Falcon Ridge offers a…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Hub City may be getting improvements that benefit both drivers and pedestrians. The Downtown Improvement Project Committee met Tuesday to discuss those future plans. “We were notified about a month ago that we got approved for phase one. That goes from Highland to right at the Y turn in front of King Tire. Our phase two…
NEW YORK (AP) — CNN says it is suspending anchor Chris Cuomo indefinitely pending a further review of documents revealing how he helped his brother, former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, when he was facing charges of sexual harassment. The network said transcripts released by New York’s attorney general revealed its anchor had a greater involvement in his brother’s case…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The biggest day of the year arrived for local nonprofits: Giving Tuesday. “Everyday is a great day to live in West Tennessee, but Giving Tuesday is a unique day because it allows us to uniquely give back to those with the greatest need,” said United Way of West Tennessee President and CEO Matt Marshall. And if you’re…
JACKSON, Tenn. — A company is helping Jacksonians find work. Goodwill held a job fair in the Hub City on Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fair had over 10 vendors that participated. Attendees could start at the door and continue down the line of companies to get a feel for each offer. Each vendor in the fair offered…
