JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local chamber member has been recognized for his contributions. WGU Tennessee, the accredited nonprofit online university celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, has recently announced the appointment of higher…
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- An annual festival is getting ready to return to a local town. The Town of Whiteville is preparing to celebrate its third annual Main Street Festival. It will…
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- It is time for the b-town beat down! Former WWE superstar Santino Marella are coming to Bolivar for a fundraiser for the high school, along with other top stars…
LAKE COUNTY, Tenn. -- Enjoy and learn more about Reelfoot Lake. Reelfoot Lake is one of the natural wonders of the world and has long been a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- The 2023 Sweet Tea Festival, presented by Total Tech Solutions, is nearly here! Running from August 22 to August 27, the event promises activities for all ages.…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Black farmers across West Tennessee gathered for a meeting. Thomas Burrell, President of the Black Farmers & Agriculturalists Association (BFAA), hosted a second meeting with Black farmers…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Get a taste of the Windy City inside the Hub City. Mae Lou's Chicago Style Catering has made its way into Jackson. Mae Lou's is described…
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A community baby shower came to one county. For Carroll County residents only, a free drive-thru baby shower was held Wednesday morning. The baby shower…
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- Local inmates graduate from a special program. The program at the Carroll County Jail is called Moral Reconation Therapy or MRT for short. This is a cognitive…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An entomologist says there have been a number of reports from extension agents of armyworms in fields in West Tennessee. Although some homeowners are growing concerned, the population of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Teachers and faculty received a musical treat as they prepare for the school year to start. Award winning musical artist and vocalist LOLO performed Tuesday morning at the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business is making sure young students look their best so they can feel their best as school starts back. The Barber School in Jackson is giving…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The first-ever Hub City Film Festival will take place August 5 and August 6. at The Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center in downtown Jackson. Presented by…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee's 29 Head Start programs serve more than 20,000 children and their families every year with comprehensive educational, social, and health programs for children. That is also with…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department welcomed 15 scholars to the Jackson Police Department Youth Police Academy. Organizers say its expected to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local student has stepped into the business world. Brooklyn Cole, a rising senior at Liberty Technology High School, is now a budding entrepreneur due to the school's…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services hosted a blood drive in honor of Cherie Parker. Parker died earlier this year at the age of 59. For more than 20 years, she…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services is hosting a blood drive in honor of Cherie Parker. Parker died earlier this year at the age of 59. For more than 20…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Residents of Jackson are seeing changes where they live. Since 2019 there have been requests for the addition of speed humps in some neighborhoods. These humps will…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Teachers received a warm welcome during an orientation in Jackson. The Jackson-Madison County School System welcomed new and old teachers with an orientation Tuesday morning. The event kicked…
TIPTONVILLE, Tenn. -- The third annual Reelfoot Lake Osprey Festival is underway! You can bring the family to Reelfoot Lake State Park for a fun filled weekend. You can reserve your…
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- There's a new business in Bolivar. The Hardeman County Chamber of Commerce has announced the opening of Market Street Eatery & Bar at 109 West Market Street. It…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local organizations take part in the Red Sand Project. The Red Sand Project is a collaborative art installation designed to shed light on human trafficking. On Thursday, the…
RIPLEY, Tenn. -- The 39th annual Lauderdale County Tomato Festival has kicked off. The festival is presented by the Lauderdale Chamber/Economic & Community Development, the yearly event offers a variety of…
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A former sergeant was honored on Friday. Sgt. Lee Russell Refuge is a new Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency refuge comprised of 570-acres in Carroll County. The…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A free event provided educational sessions and activities for all ages. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture hosted their highly anticipated Summer Celebration Thursday at the West…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual fundraiser is set to kick off this weekend. The Jaxon Station Royal Reclamation hosted by the Soul Collective is a Black cultural celebration, market, and picnic. Proceeds…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A clothing drive is launching to support students with the Jackson-Madison County School System. JMCSS has teamed up with the local nonprofit, Corey's Gifts, for the annual School Uniform…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school welcomed a new principal. Nathan Gwinn has been named the new principal of St. Mary's Catholic School in Jackson. Gwinn started teaching as a personal…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local youth got a chance to learn more about health. The Hub City Youth Health Expo took place at North Parkway Middle School, giving students a chance to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new business recently opened in south Jackson. Zollie's Shop and Studio just opened in late May in the Bemis area. They offer "Sip and Paint," art classes,…
MEDINA, Tenn. -- A longtime member of a local American Legion was honored. James "Murray" Jones was recognized for 78 years as a legionnaire on July 1. Murray, who is 97-years-old,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Spooky season may be a few months away, but you may want to have your candy buckets ready early. Dixie-Jackson will present the Jackson Rockabillys "Halloween in July"…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local specialists have noticed an increase in fire ant mounds in Tennessee, posing a threat to local residents hoping to enjoy time outside this summer. Ant mounds are…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- These are the final days to view the Jackson-Madison Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution's 2023 Field of Flags in Triangle Park in downtown Jackson. Triangle Park, located at the intersection of Airways Boulevard, Main…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Many West Tennesseans will be visiting the beach while vacationing for the summer. Some, for the first time. Being water competent in the ocean requires stronger and different skills than in a pool. Whenever you are at…
CLARKSBURG, Tenn. -- Here's an activity for those looking for a nice and unique getaway! Worry less and adventure more at Southland Safari. It's located only seven miles from I-40 in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Wreaths Across America mobile tour makes a Jackson stop. The goal of the Wreaths Across America mobile education exhibit is to bring local communities and our military…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's a busy week at LIFELINE! Thursday is their All-American Blood Drive. All donors who give blood on Thursday receive a patriotic donor t-shirt and a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Operation Dry Water returns for the July 4th holiday period. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will be participating in Operation Dry Water from July 1-3. Operation Dry Water…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- State leaders announce nearly 200 new jobs coming to Haywood County. Governor Bill Lee made his way to West Tennessee on Tuesday to announce Enchem America Incorporated will be…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tuesday morning's Madison County Budget Committee meeting was one about finalization. The Jackson-Madison County School Board sent their final budget over last week after it was returned to them…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Thursday, Brownsville Police Chief Barry Diebold was celebrated for retiring with 32 years of service. The event was hosted at East Side Elementary, where Diebold worked as an school…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Community Foundation of West Tennessee has awarded $55,000 to seven organizations. The Foundation began awarding Community Impact Grants in 2016. Through this program, the organization has granted more…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Public Library's Toddler Time was centered around World Rainforest Day on Thursday. The children enjoyed stories and songs about the amazing creatures of the jungle. There…
MILAN, Tenn. -- One city took part in continuing National Pollinator Week. The City of Milan has a habitat that they've worked with the USDA on called the Milan Youth Pollinator Habitat. It is a pollinator habitat planting consists…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A tournament made its return to the Hub City. The South Jackson Pickleball Tournament kicked off with a swing at the South Jackson Community Center. Pickleball can be described as a mix between tennis, ping pong,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture hosted the annual Weed Tour in Jackson on Wednesday. The guided tour -- led by UT Extension weed specialist Larry Steckel, and Dr. Lauren Lazaro, a Senior Agronomist with Blue…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In honor of Pollinator Week, a family-focused event educated attendees about the importance of pollination. The University of Tennessee Gardens hosted Garden Buzz: The Celebration of Pollinators. The family-friendly celebration featured representatives from the Jackson Area…
MILAN, Tenn. -- With the Fourth of July approaching, many firework stands are now opening. Big Bang Fireworks is located at 5079 North First Street in Milan. Owner Bert Hudgins says they started out small around 10 years ago, and…
