At only 7 years old, Ji-Young is making history as the first Asian American muppet in the “Sesame Street” canon. She is Korean American and has two passions: rocking out on her electric guitar and skateboarding. The children’s TV program gave The Associated Press a first look at its adorable new occupant. Ji-Young will formally be introduced in “See Us…
JACKSON, Tenn. — A fatal shooting at the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital Saturday night is raising questions. Still not much is known surrounding the circumstances of why one man ended up dead. There are still several unanswered questions two days later. According to a news release from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, security at the hospital responded to a hostile…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The top 5 plays from Week 13 of the high school football season are as followed: #5: Peabody’s Malik Ganaway take a screen pass for a touchdown. #4: South Gibson’s Ty Schrotberger sprints through the North Side defense for an early score. #3: McKenzie’s Jackson Cassidy delivers a huge hit for a loss. #2: USJ’s Drew Morris…
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee at Martin has been awarded a USDA grant to help members of law enforcement prepare for real-life situations. “We’re going to be using that grant to provide deescalation training and other training in the community to train law enforcement officers with deescalation in citizen-police encounters,” said Brian Donavant, Professor of Criminal Justice….
JACKSON, Tenn. — With Christmas steadily approaching, some of Santa’s helpers are lending a hand. The Combat Vets of Jackson are hosting their 5th annual Children of Veterans event this season. Kids who participate in this event are sponsored by veterans and are gifted $200 to go on a shopping spree at their local Walmart. Zack Edwards, the chapter commander,…
Mrs. Arthur Lean Houston Dilliard, age 96, resident of Collierville, Tennessee and wife of the late Murta Wafford Dilliard, departed this life Saturday morning, November 13, 2021 at his home. Born April 15, 1925 in Fayette County, Tennessee, Arthur was the daughter of the late Cortie Houston and Minnie Davis Houston. She received her education in the Fayette County School…
Larry Ray Johnson, age 73, resident of Collierville, Tennessee, departed this life Saturday morning, November 13, 2021 at his home. Larry was born January 9, 1948 in Eads, Tennessee, the son of the late Douglas Johnson and Janie Butler Johnson. He served his country in the United Stated Army during the Vietnam War period as a SP5. He was employed…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson Generals released a statement following a decision to award the City of Jackson control of the Ballpark. The Jackson Generals say they are appreciate of the support they have seen for the team from its sponsors, and millions of fans over the years. The statement goes on to say the Generals are grateful to local…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has signed his $1 trillion infrastructure deal into law on the White House lawn, with a smattering of Republican lawmakers on hand for what could be one of the last shows of bipartisanship ahead of the 2022 midterm elections. The president hopes to use the law to build back his popularity, which has taken…
Monday Night Forecast Update for November 15th: Some clouds will move in tonight and the winds will weaken some. Breezy southerly winds will return and warm most of West Tennessee into the 70s for both Tuesday and Wednesday. Partly cloudy skies can be expected for the middle of the week. Showers & weak storms are likely Thursday morning as the…
