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AMT program at Jackson State kicks off eighth year

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is celebrating eight years of the advanced maintenance technician work cooperative this year. Students in the AMT program met with their new employers on…

Ice cream social helps Ugandan communities

PARIS, Tenn. -- An ice cream social helps West Tennesseans get together and share how their help has impacted communities in Uganda. "Being able to sit down with the real people that are impacting people's lives and being able to…

Racers reunite to reminisce

JACKSON, Tenn. --- Buckle up your seat-belts because we're going for a ride. Today people gathered at the VFW for a Drag Race Reunion. People there discussed past drag races, upcoming ones, and…

Humboldt resident to cycle against cancer

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. --- A West TN man plans to cycle for charity. According to a news release, Humboldt resident, Mark Zautner plans to ride his bike 250 miles during the month of September to raise money for children's cancer research.…

Kids pop up shop helps young entrepreneurs

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local event help kids learn to run a business. "The kids pop up allows kids to come in, showcase their merchandise and actually sell their merchandise to the…

Back to school fair sheds light on local resources

JACKSON, Tenn. --- A local school held a back to school Community Connections Fair. Transition Academy is hosting their annual transition fair, students can come and get supplies, free haircuts, and a variety of…

Hub city camp encourages kids to bounce back

JACKSON, Tenn. --- It's time to bounce back with Bounce Back Basketball Camp. On Saturday, Bounce Back Basketball Camp held their 17th annual camp this year. The event was held from 8 a.m. to…

Camp offers kids the opportunity to learn from a pro

WHITEVILLE, Tenn. --- A local city receives a visit from a former NFL player. The City of Whiteville hosted NFL running back Dexter McCluster for the very first youth football training camp. The kids…

Jackson Recreation and Parks to host movie night

JACKSON, Tenn. --- Movies in the Park continue. According to the Jackson Recreation and Parks Facebook page, movies in the park will continue next week in celebration of '731 Day.' Looking for something fun to do with the little ones…

Dyersburg police investigating two separate incidents

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Two disturbing, unrelated incidents have taken place this week in Dyersburg. In the first incident, police arrested a Wendy's employee named Dennis Jeffrey. On Tuesday, Jeffrey was taken into custody and…

Pinson Mounds hosts Junior Ranger Camp

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Kids took a step back in time to experience the great outdoors. Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park has been hosting Junior Ranger Camp throughout the week.…

UT Ag hosts 'Beef Day' at local farmers market

CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- July is a special time for the beef industry. On Friday, the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture in Chester County held Beef Day at the Henderson Farmers…

Delta variant brings COVID-19 surge to Tennessee

JACKSON, Tenn. -- There are updates on the COVID-19 numbers as the delta variant surges in Tennessee. Dr. Lisa Piercey, Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Health, says cases have increased by…

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