Author: Mandy Vandiver

“Movies in the Park” announced

JACKSON, Tenn. -- "Movies in the Park" series announced. According to information from the Jackson TN Parks Facebook page, three films will be shown in the coming months. The "Movies in the Park" series will take place at Liberty Garden…

June programs at the Jackson Madison County Library

JACKSON, Tenn. --The Jackson Madison County Library has several activities planned for the month of June. The events range from playing board games, enjoying story time, learning coding skills, and much more. The following list includes dates and times for…

JMC Library invites patrons to Sit and Read event

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Library to host Sit and Read event. According to the Jackson-Madison County Library, on Tuesday, June 7th, the staff will host a Sit and Read event at the Madison County Courthouse in Jackson. Residents and patrons are…

Upcycling event at JMC Library

JACKSON,Tenn. -- Library to host Upcycling program. The Jackson Madison County Library has announced that coming up on Tuesday, May 31, at 4:00 p.m., they will host the May Upcycling program. This month's event will feature glass. Participants are asked…

Additional information on the VFW

To find out more information and events held by the VFW, visit the website at https://vfw6496.org/di/vfw/v2/default.asp.

UPDATE: Missing Juvenile has been located

MILAN, Tenn. – Missing juvenile located According to information received from the Milan Police Department, the missing juvenile has been located safely. ORIGINAL STORY: MILAN, Tenn. -- Missing juvenile in Milan area. According to information received from the Milan Police…

Children’s “Edu-tainment” Shows return to JMC Library

JACKSON, Tenn. – "Edu-tainment" returns to the library. The Jackson Madison County Library has announced the return of Edu-tainment shows for children. After a two-year hiatus, the shows will return with loads of fun for kids of all ages. The…

Union City High School recognizes band members

UNION CITY, Tenn. -- High school band celebrates season of success. The Union City High School Marching Band celebrated a season of success. Many of the band members were recognized recently at the annual awards banquet. Twenty-five senior band members…

Missing juvenile in Gibson County

MILAN, Tenn. -- Missing juvenile in Milan area. According to information received from the Milan Police Department, an alert has been issued for a missing juvenile, Katelyn Miller. Miller is 17-years-old, 5'3" and approximately 190 lbs. She has black hair…

JMC Library seeks Teen Advisory Board members

JACKSON, Tenn.-- Library seeks teens for advisory board. According to the Jackson Madison County Library, the monthly Teen Advisory Board meeting will be held next week on Thursday June 2, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. This meeting, available to ages 13-18,…

Get to grilling! It’s National Hamburger Day!

Grab a bun, a plate of fries, it’s National Hamburger Day! Memorial Day weekend is usually recognized as the start of Summer, although it truly doesn't begin until June. But families and friends everywhere tend to celebrate with gatherings filled…

Teen Anime Club offered at library

JACKSON, Tenn. --Library offers teen anime club. As school lets out for the summer months, and teens are looking for something fun to do, why not check out what the Jackson Madison County Library has to offer. According to information…

K-Pop program continues at JMC Library

JACKSON, Tenn. --K-Pop program for teens continues. According to information from the Jackson Madison County Library, the "We Love K-Pop" programs continues every fourth Saturday at 3:00 p.m. So if you have a teen who loves K-Pop, they are invited…

JMC Library wants to hear your Jackson story

JACKSON, Tenn. --- Residents are invited to tell their Jackson-Madison County stories. According to information received from the Jackson-Madison County Library, there is a new way to hear all about what life was like growing up in the area. The…

Additional information on Autocross Racing in Jackson

Several drivers maneuvered their way around an obstacle course to see who could do it the fastest in the monthly Hub City Speed Autocross. For more information on Autocross Racing at Jackson Dragway, visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/hubcityspeed/.

Jackson-Madison Co. Library offers fun weekly class

JACKSON, Tenn. -- JMC Library offers way to get fit and have fun. According to information from the Jackson-Madison County Library, weekly Tai Chi classes will be held every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Tai Chi, which is a Chinese tradition,…

USJ holds 2022 Commencement Ceremony

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school honors its 2022 graduates. According to information from the University School of Jackson, students participated in the 2022 Commencement Ceremony held Saturday, May 14 at 9:00 a.m. Although the program was threatened by rain,…

Union City players recognized for Spring sports

UNION CITY, Tenn. --Players recognized for close of Spring sports season. Several Union City teams and players, celebrated the end of the Spring sports season with award ceremonies and banquets. According to information received from Union City Schools, both…

TN Commissioner of Education meets with GYO grant recipients

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- TN Commissioner of Education meets with grant recipients. According to information received from Bramblett Group, the Tennessee Commissioner of Education recently visited two recipients of the $100,000 Grown Your Own grant. The grant, used to increase the number…

Additional information on Jackson History Film

Local residents went back in time through a film that was recorded in 1952 of the Hub City. "It shows everything from what it was like downtown where there was the big shopping district in 1952. You see things such…

Enjoy a classic film at the JMC Library

JACKSON, Tenn. --Library to host classic movie event. According to information from the Jackson-Madison County Library, the library will host a free movie event on Saturday, May 14, at 10:00 a.m. The new library program, "Coffee with the Classics," will…

City of Jackson plans road closure

JACKSON, Tenn. --City road to be temporarily closed next week. According to information received from the office of Thomas S. Wolf, and the City of Jackson Engineering Department, a planned temporary road closure will take place on Tuesday, May 10.…

Friend’s of the JMC Library’s May speaker announced

JACKSON, Tenn. --JMC Library's First Thursday Speaker announced. According to information received from the Jackson-Madison County Library, the First Thursday Speaker for May will be Celeste Scott. The Friend's traditional Spring "yardening" event will take place on Thursday, May 5…

JMC Library’s planned closure dates

JACKSON, Tenn. --Local library announces days to be closed. According to information received from the library, the Jackson Madison County Library will be closed on the following days, Monday, May 2-Wednesday, May 4, 2022. The closure will give library staff…

UPDATE: Shooting in west Jackson leaves two dead

WEST JACKSON, Tenn. -- Shooting leaves two dead. According to information received from JPD and several WBBJ news tipsters, Friday's incident in the area of Highway 45 Bypass and North…

Come out to JMC Library and create something new!

JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's Upcycling time again at the library! Patrons can come out to the Jackson-Madison County Library on the last Tuesday of every month and enjoy making something new. The ongoing Upcycling program being held at the library…

It’s National Pet Parents Day!

It's National Pet Parents Day! According to the nationaldaycalender.com, the last Sunday in April is a time to recognize the parents of unconventional and sometimes furry 'children.' Many people consider their pets as members of the family and take special…

Additional information on the City of Jackson Recycling Survey

"The City of Jackson this year has really surrounded itself with recycling and sustainability and so we want to start moving towards those goals," said Robin Chance, Recycling Coordinator, City of Jackson. Chance says this survey will also help her…

Additional information on the Green Interchange organization

While some recycled for Earth Day, others helped Mother Nature in a different way. Green Interchange, a non-profit, set a goal this year to plant more than eight thousand trees. To find out more information on the non-profit and other…

Organizations collaborate for school library renovation

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local organizations collaborate to improve school library. According to information received from United Way of West TN, a joint collaboration between their organization, and The West TN Healthcare Foundation led to the renovation of a local school…

Free movie hosted at JMC Library

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Celebrate with a free movie! According to information from the Jackson-Madison County Library, in celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, they will be hosting a free movie event. The event will take place on Friday, April 29, beginning…

Expungement clinic to be offered

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local legal service to help eligible individuals with expungement. According to a news release from Madison Area Democratic Women, persons interested in expunging their criminal record and who meet eligibility requirements can register for a free Expungement…

Easter event brings HOPE to local youth

JACKSON, Tenn. --- A local group brings back fun event for Hub City kids. Hope Lodge #144 PHA held it's second annual Community Easter Day in Jackson. The non-profit event…

Teams partner up to host fun event for local kids

BELLS, Tenn. -- Teams partner for community Easter event. Two basketball teams joined forces to provide a fun Easter event for local children in Crockett County . The West TN Hoopers AAU basketball team and Good Guys hosted the…

$20 million winning ticket sold in TN

NASHVILLE, Tenn. --One Tennessee lottery player is $20 million dollars richer! According to information received from the Tennessee Education Lottery, a winning ticket worth $20  million was sold in Tennessee, but not yet claimed. The Mega Millions jackpot winning ticket…

Additional information on The Read Team

The Read Team is committed to bringing literacy skills to youth throughout West TN. The Read Team is always looking for volunteers to become coaches, and they also accept donations. For more information on The Read Team visit, https://thereadteam.org/home.

Visit the library for classic movies and coffee too!

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Enjoy classic movies and a good cup of coffee? The Jackson Madison County Library will now offer a fun event for those who love classic films! The monthly event, entitled "Coffee with the Classics," will take place…

JMC Library invites teen fans of K-Pop to event

JACKSON, Tenn. --- Love K-Pop? Come to the library to hear it! According to the Jackson Madison County Library, a new  monthly event will celebrate those who adore the new music trend K-Pop.   The event invites teens to come…

Library offers fun activities for all ages

JACKSON, Tenn. – The JMC Library will host several April programs. According to information from the Jackson-Madison County Libary, several programs will be offered throughout this month. The following is a listing of events taking place in April: Tuesdays, 10:30…

JMC Library offers a new way to get fit

JACKSON, Tenn. – JMC Library offering new exercise program. According to information received from the Jackson-Madison County Library, a new exercise class will be offered. Tai chi classes will be held on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. Tai chi is a…

JPD investigating early morning homicide

JACKSON, Tenn. --JPD investigating early morning homicide. According to information received from the Jackson Police Department, on Saturday morning April 9 around 4:35 a.m. officers responded to shots fired in the area of East Deadrick Street near North Hays Avenue.…

UPDATE: Parents of toddler found

JACKSON, Tenn. --Toddler's parents located. The Jackson Police Department has located the parents of the toddler found in the area of Kingsfield Drive. JPD would like to thank the community for their assistance. The investigation is on going and further…