Old Country Store announces week long sale
If you're looking for a place for you and your family to dine, many local restaurants are having deals and steals.
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Steve Parks
Steve Parks 1982 – 2024 Steve Parks, 41, of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away on August 22, 2024, at Baptist East Hospital from complications related to heart failure. Steve was born on September 3, 1982, in Memphis, TN, at Baptist East…
Tony Landers
Tony Landers, beloved husband, father, Papa, son, and brother, passed away on August 28, 2024, in Jackson, TN. He was 63 years old. Tony was born on September 21, 1960, in Madison County, TN, to Barbara Ann Landers and the…
TWRA Weekly Fishing Forecast
The TWRA has issued its weekly fishing forecast!
What The Tech: Make Money with Space
Have you ever considered that your unused spaces could be a potential goldmine? In today's sharing economy, it's easier than ever to earn extra money by renting out your underutilized areas. Whether it's an…
UT Martin’s inaugural SkyhawkPalooza kicks off 2024-25 athletics season
One university's event is getting fans ready to cheer on their favorite teams.
Six new providers join West Tennessee Medical Group’s pulmonology team
A medical group hosts a dedication ceremony to commemorate their expansion.
‘Turf Tank’ robot automates maintenance work for City of Jackson
A new robot is making its way into the Hub City.
Hub City resident celebrates her 100th birthday
One Hub City resident celebrates a special milestone.
Clintonia Nelson
Clintonia "Toni" Nelson, 74, of Union City passed away 8:40 a.m. Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Obion County Nursing Home. Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of Edmaiston Mosley Funeral Home. Brother Austin Norton will…
Marilyn Kay Winbush Hill
Marilyn Kay Winbush Hill, age 81, of Jackson, TN, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2024 in Henderson, TN. She was born on September 26, 1942, in Jackson, TN, to the late John Leslie Winbush and Vessie Lorraine Vires Winbush.…
Don Lindsey
Don Lindsey, age 80, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on August 25, 2024. Don was born on December 5, 1943, in Jackson, Tennessee, to the late Clark Lindsey, Sr. and Bernice Hancock…
What The Tech: Airport Charges
There are a lot of things we can worry about when we travel. If you’re at the airport there’s always a concern about losing an ID or luggage. We sometimes worry about missing a…
JTA to discontinue bus service in observance of Labor Day
The Jackson Transit Authority (JTA) will not be operating its regular bus service on the nationally observed holiday, Labor Day, Monday, September 2, 2024.
TWRA: Dove season opens Sept. 1, Labor Day marks final holiday boating weekend
The Labor Day holiday, the final major weekend of the 2024 summer boating season, is Aug. 31-Sept. 2.
Harvard professor, former Tennessee Titan speaks to UTM students
The University of Tennessee at Martin welcomed two highly noted speakers to campus Wednesday.
Dorothy Yarbrough
Dorothy Yarbrough 80 Jackson, TN Visitation for the late Dorothy Yarbrough will be Friday August 30, 2024 from 12pm to 5pm Funeral Service will be Saturday August 31, 2024 at 11am. Both the visitation and funeral service will be held…
Sue Shelby
Willie Sue Rogers Shelby, age 82, resident of Oakland, Tennessee, departed this life Wednesday morning, August 28, 2024 at the National HealthCare Center in Somerville, Tennessee. Sue was born March 22, 1942 in Fayette County, Tennessee, the daughter of the…
McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport set to complete runway 2-20 paving, preparing for new jet service
McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport (MKL) is excited to announce that paving on the final 4,000 feet of Runway 2-20 is set to begin shortly after Labor Day.
The Jackson Clinic welcomes Dr. Joshua E. Wood to its primary care team
The Jackson Clinic is pleased to announce that Joshua E. Wood, D.O. has joined our Primary Care team. Dr. Wood brings extensive training and a commitment to patient care to our practice.
The Dixie celebrates volunteer ushers at annual luncheon and award ceremony
The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center proudly hosted its Annual Volunteer Usher Luncheon and Award Ceremony on August 21, celebrating the invaluable contributions of its dedicated volunteer ushers.
POLL: What’s your favorite dish to bring to a tailgate party?
Football season is here, and with it comes tailgate parties for fans to enjoy fun, community, and of course -- delicious food.
Crime Stoppers: Suspect wanted for smoke shop theft
Crime Stoppers needs your help in identifying the suspect who robbed Tobacco World Smoke Shop located on North Highland Avenue.
Kortez Taye’vion Bond
The visitation for Mr. Kortez Taye’vion Bond, age 20 of Jackson, Tennessee will be held on Friday, August 30, 2024, from 5:00-6:00 P.M., at the Stephenson-Shaw Chapel. The service will be private. If you would like to send flowers in…
Zachariah Achols
Graveside service for Zachariah Achols, infant, will be Friday, August 30, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Cerro Gordo Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Baby Boy Achols died Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. For additional information, contact Mercer…
Leo Robinson
Mr. Leo Robinson was born on April 21, 1951 in Jackson, Tennessee. He departed this life on August 24, 2024. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, August 30, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Paul C.M.E. Church. He…
Elease “Cookie” Brown
Ms. Elease “Cookie” Brown was born on July 20, 1958 in Jackson, Tennessee. She departed this life on August 25, 2024. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at New Greater Bethel A.M.E.…
West Tennessee Healthcare holds meeting to discuss upcoming changes
Some exciting developments are taking place in local healthcare.
What The Tech: When to Upgrade Your Phone
Apple announced this week a date for its annual September event which traditionally includes the unveiling of a new iPhone with many hyped improvements in speed, the camera, and size. There’s always a lot…
Office Depot raises money to support North Parkway, other schools
A local store is helping teachers and students with a shopping spree.
Grapple Lee Donnell
Rev. Grapple Lee Donnell was born on Decemer 6, 1943 in Henderson County, Tennessee. He departed this life on August 23, 2024. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul C.M.E.…
Union City to host ‘Run the Rails’ race
Lace up your sneakers, an annual race is returning to Obion County.
Exchange club invites local football coaches to talk about upcoming season
The Jackson Exchange Club held a special meeting Tuesday.
Tennessee Titans, Farm Bureau Insurance team up for ‘Kids Captain Contest’
Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee (FBITN) is calling for entries for the annual Tennessee Titans Kids Captain contest.
Kari Brooks
Funeral service for Kari Brooks, age 42, will be Friday, August 30, 2024 at 12:00 Noon in the Chapel of Mercer Brothers Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Denmark Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Denmark, TN. Ms. Brooks died Friday,…
Johnny Ray “John” Beville
Johnny Ray "John" Beville, age 62, of Cordova, Tennessee, died on August 19, 2024, at the Elvis Presley Trauma Center in Memphis, Tennessee from injuries sustained in a car accident. Johnny was born on December 22, 1961 in Memphis, Tennessee. He…
Evelyn C. Rogers
Evelyn C. Rogers, 87, resident of Germantown, Tennessee departed this life on August 25, 2024 from complications of dementia at The Summit of Germantown. A visitation for Mrs. Rogers will be from 10 to 11 A.M. Friday, August 31, 2024…
Virda B. Cotton
Mrs. Virda B. Cotton, 69, died Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Lauderdale Community Hospital in Ripley. With social distancing restrictions in place, services will be Friday, August 30, 2024, at 12:00 Noon at Rawls Funeral Home in Brownsville. Interment will…
Willie B. Dean
Dr. Willie B. Dean, 73, died Thursday, August 22, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis. Services will be Friday, August 30, 2024, at 11:00 A. M. at St. Andrew AME Church in Memphis. Interment will be in Rosenwald Cemetery in Brownsville. …
A. C. Clark
Funeral service for A. C. Clark, age 77, will be Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of Mercer Brothers Funeral Home Mr. Clark died Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Visitation for Mr.…
Irene Ayers Rolison
Irene Ayers Rolison, age 96, peacefully passed away at her home in Bemis on August 20, 2024. Irene was born on December 30, 1927, in Bemis, she was the cherished daughter of the late Elihue and Annie Maie Babb Ayers.…
Tommy Lee Hobson
Funeral service for Tommy Lee Hobson, age 70, will be Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 1:30 PM in the Chapel of Mercer Brothers Funeral Home. Mr. Hobson died Sunday, August 18, 2024 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Visitation for Mr.…
Mary Lou Powell
Mrs. Mary Lou Powell, 81, died Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at her residence in Brownsville. With social distancing restrictions in place, services will be Saturday, August 24, at 3:00 P. M. at Brownsville Community Baptist Church in Brownsville. Interment will…
Willie Hopgood Price
Funeral service for Willie Hopgood Price, Jr., age 67, will be Friday, August 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM at New Hope Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Parkway Memorial Gardens. Mr. Price died on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Jackson-Madison…
Thomas E. McKinney
Services for Mr. Thomas E. McKinney, Sr. age 101 of Jackson, Tennessee will be held on Sunday, August 25, 2024, 2:00 P.M., at the Historic First Baptist Church. The interment will be in McKinney Cemetery. The family will receive friends…
Wilma Sue Weaver Hamlett
Wilma Sue Weaver Hamlett, born August 3, 1933, at home in Jackson, TN, peacefully passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and devotion. Sue was the cherished daughter of the late Hubert B. Weaver and Susie Claudine…
Gerald Randol Tosh
Gerald Randol Tosh, age 87 of Jackson, passed away on July 24, 2024 in Jackson. Mr. Tosh was born on November 1, 1936 in Jackson, TN, the son of the late William P. Tosh and Harriett Garrett Tosh. Randol worked…
Leon Waters, Jr.
Leon Waters, Jr. age 92 of Paris, TN passed away Monday, August 19, 2024, at Henry Co. Healthcare Center. His funeral service will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, August 24 th at Quinn Chapel AME Church, 218 Church St.,…
Richard VanDyke
Richard VanDyke, Sr. of Paris, TN passed away Monday, August 19, 2024, at Henry Co. Medical Center. His Celebration of Life will be at 10:30 am Saturday, August 24 th at the Restored Church of Jesus Christ, 210 Jones St.…
Louis Thomas Reddick
Funeral service for Louis Thomas Reddick, age 78, will be Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Mercer Brothers Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Harris Grove Cemetery in Alamo, TN. Mr. Reddick died Friday, August…
