Lane College has been selected as the Tom Joyner Foundation School of the Month for August 2017. The college hopes to raise $100,000 for scholarships by the end of the year. Here's how you can help: Text LANECOLLEGE2 to 71777…
MILAN, Tenn. --A local police department throws a back to school bash for kids. Tuesday, August 1, Milan Police will host parties across the city at Marshall Gardens, the YMCA, The First Assembly of God, and Polk Enrichment Center. Those…
BOLIVAR, Tenn.--Brush up on your writing skills at an upcoming workshop. Tuesday, August 1, the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library will host the session, featuring Author Jen Castro. That'll run from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The library says the class will focus…
JACKSON, Tenn. --A local university opens a new facility, and you're invited to the celebration. Union University will host a ceremony for its new school for non-traditional students Tuesday, August 1 at 9:30 a.m. on Emporium Drive in Jackson. The…
JACKSON, Tenn. --Celebrate living in the heart of West Tennessee on 731 Day! Festivites planned for Monday, July 31 are sponsored by Our Jackson Home. They feature a pop-up shop at the ComeUnity Cafe from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.,…
JACKSON, Tenn.--Crews begin demolition of the cooling towers at the Old Bemis Mill. Road closures due to the demolition may affect your commute to work on Monday. Here's a list of the closures that begin at 6:00 a.m.: two-lanes: A…
JACKSON, Tenn -- Getting in shape can be a difficult task but one trainer says it can be simple. Trainer and Owner of 1st Step Fitness shows us easy ways to slim down.…
JACKSON, Tenn -- Meet our Pet of the Week. This is Waylon. Waylon is available for adoption through Saving the Animals Together, better known as STAT. He's a hound mix…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. --Enjoy a classic movie to help out a great cause. McKenzie Middle and High School baseball players will host a movie night on Saturday, July 29. That'll take place at McKenzie City Park. Gates open at 7:30 and…
PARIS, Tenn. --Enjoy a fun day and help a local organization, all at the same time. Head to the Henry County Fairgrounds Saturday, July 29, for Summer Fest in Paris. That'll run from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Attendees can…
JACKSON, Tenn.--Enjoy a laugh with fellow athletes while getting stronger. Saturday, July 29, Saving the Animals Together, or STAT, will host laughter yoga. That'll run from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Liberty Park in Jackson. Studies say laughter yoga provides…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After months of waiting, the TNReady standardized test scores are finally here. "As a Tennessean, it's great to see students being successful on a more rigorous assessment," said Dr. Jared Myracle, chief academic officer of the Jackson-Madison…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. --Give your four-legged friend a clean start. Saturday, July 29, KEG Animal Rescue in Jackson will host free dog washes. That'll run from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Tractor Supply Company in Lexington. Volunteers say they'll wash…
JACKSON, Tenn. --Head to a local grocery store for a day of giveaways and discounts. Saturday, July 29, Grubb's Grocery in downtown Jackson will host a sidewalk sale. That'll run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The store says it's…
JACKSON, Tenn. --Kick your weekend off with a night of free entertainment. Friday, July 28, Little Boys Blue will perform at The Amp in downtown Jackson for The Amp's Concert Series. Music on the main stage starts at 7:30 p.m.…
This year's Tax Free Weekend in Tennessee is coming up this week, beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 28, and ending Sunday, July 30 at 11:59 p.m. To learn more including what items qualify, visit the state's Sales Tax Holiday web…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A local university throws an end-of-summer bash for high school students. Friday, July 28, UT Martin will host the party at its main campus. That'll start at 1:00 p.m. with campus tours. At the free event, students…
JACKSON, Tenn. --Learn how to prepare healthy meals, centered around vegetables. Thursday, July 27, the Lift Wellness Center will host a summer grilling demo, featuring Trevor Jones. That'll start at 5:30 a.m. at the facility in downtown Jackson. It's free…
PARIS, Tenn. --Get a sneak peek at a new school building here in West Tennessee. Tuesday, July 25, the Paris Special School District will host a ribbon cutting and open house to tour W.G. Rhea Elementary School. That'll start at…
JACKSON, Tenn. --Join together in prayer with members of our community. Wednesday, July 26, Campbell Street Church of Christ will host a prayer meeting. This week's gathering will be held at Alexander Elementary School in Jackson. Free food will be…
