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Exit 56 Blues Fest set for late May

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- It's almost time to lay back, relax, and listen to the blues. Community members gathered at the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center in Brownsville on Friday. They enjoyed good food and live music. The unveiling is the…

Lane College to host film festival in September

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A film festival is coming to the Hub City. In September, Lane College will be hosting their the first film festival. The festival is specifically focused on documentaries. Some categories include social issues, environmental issues, and cultural…

Agency lends disaster relief to storm victims

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A federal organization is supplying aid to residents who were affected by the inclement weather in March. The Small Business Administration, a disaster relief company, says they want to help small business owners and residents who were…

Operation Matrix launched on Tennessee highways

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol introduced Operation Matrix to the highways of Tennessee. THP is training officers to detect truckers that may be under the influence of drugs. Tony Burnett, the drug recognition expert for the state of…

Fundraiser held for radio host's wife

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Ready, set, eat! Staff and management at News Talk 101.5 partnered with Darrell Hicks of Cajun Cookers for Swamp Stomp at the Farmers Market. The wife of News Talk 101.5's Brad McCoy was diagnosed with cancer…

Madison Academic holds 2022 graduation ceremony

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lAO5lrSNtE JACKSON, Tenn. — The big moment high school seniors are all waiting for is finally here. The 2022 class of Madison Academic walked across the stage Friday evening for graduation. Commencement was held at the Oman Arena. For those…

Fallen law enforcement officers honored with memorial

JACKSON, Tenn. -- May 11 through the May 17 marks National Police Week. Law enforcement officers from several agencies gathered at the Carl Perkins Civic Center to remember those who've passed before us. "It's just a opportunity to show…

5th annual Pickleball Tournament begins in Hub City

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A three-day tournament made its return to the Hub City. The 5th annual Pickleball Tournament kicked off day one with a swing at Conger Park. What is pickleball? It could be described as a mix between…

Middle schoolers face pressure in the Extraordinary Shake

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A competitive event put students' skills to the test. Jackson Central-Merry Early College High gave middle school students the opportunity to practice poise under pressure. The week-long event is called the Extraordinary Shake. Event organizers say…

South Side holds 2022 graduation ceremony

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ttt3-7hsQhE JACKSON, Tenn. — The big moment high school seniors are all waiting for is finally here. The 2022 class of South Side High School walked across the stage Friday evening for graduation. Commencement was held at the Civic Center.…

Medina police discover meth lab during welfare check

MEDINA, Tenn. -- A call for help in Medina leads to an arrest and the discovery of a meth lab. 48-year-old Charles G. Jobe was taken into custody Thursday after an investigation by TBI and the Medina Police Department. Authorities…

Humboldt Animal Shelter issues lead to emergency rescue

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- An emergency rescue took place Friday in Humboldt at the local animal shelter. Local animal rescue groups took over 30 dogs from the Humboldt Animal Shelter. Riley Ferrell with Brownsville Animal Shelter says after the caretaker of…

Jackson Academic STEAM Academy holds 2022 graduation ceremony

JACKSON, Tenn. — The big moment high school seniors are all waiting for is finally here. The 2022 class of Jackson Academic STEAM Academy walked across the stage Thursday evening for graduation. Commencement was held at the Oman Arena. For…

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