WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris has announced that the Biden administration is investing $1.5 billion from the coronavirus aid package to address the health care worker shortage in underserved communities. The funding will go to the National Health Service Corps, Nurse Corps and Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery programs. They’re all federal programs that offer scholarship and…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee is defending a new law assigning sprawling limits on COVID-19 restrictions, despite his office’s warning that it would violate federal disability law. He also repeated broad promises to review the law he signed. Lee said Monday that he thinks “the bill on balance is good” and that if anything needs to be…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Christmas Parade is set for Dec. 6, according to the city. The city says the parade will begin at 6:45 p.m., celebrating “Christmas: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.” “We are thrilled to bring back an annual tradition this year for families to come out and enjoy,” said Jackson Mayor Scott Conger. “We look forward to…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. — Dyersburg State Foundation is joining in on Giving Tuesday 731. The Dyersburg State Foundation says it will be a part of the fundraising campaign, which is set for Nov. 30. The Foundation says anyone can donate between midnight and 11:59 p.m. But the Foundation says if you donate between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m., they have a…
Monday Night Forecast Update for November 22nd: Behind Sunday’s cold front, highs today struggled to hit 50°. Clear skies and calm winds will lead to a chilly night across West Tennessee. Mid 20s are likely for most of us and some folks could drop down close to 20° by sunrise. Warmer and mild weather will move in for Tuesday and…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Land Between the Lakes is helping families celebrate the holidays with a free tree. Land Between the Lakes is only allowing cedar trees (on the right) to be cut. According to a news release, this offer will only be available from Nov. 26 to Dec. 24. Your permit is only available online, according to the release. Land…
James R. (Jimmy) Love went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 11, 2021. Jimmy was born in Springfield, Illinois on April 5, 1952. He is preceded in death by his father James Richard Love of Edna, his mother Joyce Williams, and brothers Robert L. (Bobby) Love and Larry W. Love. Jimmy is survived by his daughter Lisa…
TRENTON, Tenn. — The Trenton Police Department is investigating an early morning shooting that left one man injured. According to authorities, police responded to a location on 10th Street in Trenton around 3:15 a.m. Monday after a report of a shooting. When officers arrived, they discovered a 25-year-old Trenton man with multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported by air to…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The countdown to Turkey Day continues to inch close, and Jacksonians are getting ready to celebrate the day of giving. The first thing that comes to mind for many residents is eating their Thanksgiving favorites. “The turkey, ham, greens, green beans sometimes, and we have the candied yams,” said Edith Menks. “I am a pecan pie type…
JACKSON, Tenn. — As the holidays approach, it’s a great time to get your photo op with Santa Claus. Courtesy: Donnell Century Farm Adventure Donnell Century Farm Adventure is offering professional photos with Santa through December 19. Their packages range from $30 to $55, with digital options as well as physical prints. Visitors can enjoy hot chocolate, kettle corn and…
