2nd Battle of the Burbs to be held by Jackson Juniorettes
JACKSON, Tenn. – Young women are stepping up to give back. A non-profit group made up of Jackson area high school girls, the Jackson Juniorettes, are hosting the second annual Battle in…
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'Godspell' to be presented at USJ this December
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One of Broadway's most famous musicals will come to life on a Hub City stage. The University School of Jackson Fine Arts Department and Voya Financial will present "Godspell" this December. Showtimes will be held at 7…
2023 Christmas Parades in West Tennessee
PRESS RELEASE FROM VISIT JACKSON TN / Click here for more holiday activities in West Tennessee. Christmas Parades JACKSON, TENNESSEE - Get ready for the holiday season in Jackson and West Tennessee! Here’s a list of Christmas parades to get…
BBB offers safe shopping tips
JACKSON, Tenn. – With all the Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, here are a few tips on how to save money and shop safely. One tip for shoppers who prefer to…
Jonathan's Grille to come to Jackson in 2024
JACKSON, Tenn. – A new restaurant will be added to the Hub City in the following year. Local real estate brokers facilitate the deal on one of their newest projects in bringing…
Church offers free Thanksgiving meals
JACKSON, Tenn. – Monday a local church showed their appreciation to the city. Unity Temple COGIC located on 369 Lexington Avenue hosted a free Thanksgiving dinner for the community. Members as well…
TDOT official talks about Thanksgiving travel
JACKSON, Tenn. – Thanksgiving is just around the corner and many people will be traveling for their celebrations. Nichole Lawrence, the Community Relations Officer for the Tennessee Department of Transportation, says they…
New JPD officers sworn in on Monday
JACKSON, Tenn. – Family and friends gathered together as newly appointed officers were sworn in. Chief Thom Corley had some encouraging words for the newcomers, including the four F's: family, fitness, faith…
Army comes out the winner in 3rd Annual Battle of the Armed Forces
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Army has come out the winner in LIFELINE Blood Services 3rd Annual Battle of the Armed Forces. LIFELINE says the Army had a total of 28 donors, with the Marines coming in next at 27. LIFELINE…
Victims identified in plane crash near West Tennessee airport
UPDATE (12/6/23): Report provides details in mid-November plane crash OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- Officials have confirmed the identities of those killed in a fatal plane crash last week. …
Jackson Theatre Guild to present "A Christmas Story"
The following is a news release from the Jackson Theatre Guild: The Jackson Theatre Guild presents "A Christmas Story" By Philip Grecian Based on the motion picture A Christmas Story, © 1983 Turner Entertainment Co., distributed by Warner Bros., written by Jean Shepherd, Leigh…
12 Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Projects Selected Across The State
The following is a news release from Tennessee Arts Commission: Nashville — The Tennessee Arts Commission Folklife Program has awarded funding to twelve projects as part of the 2024 Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program. Entering its eighth year, the Program is designed to sustain…
Police in Jackson launch Public Safety Fund
The following is a news release we received from the Jackson Police Department:
FHU Empowers Incoming Students With New Transfer Scholarship Program
The following is a news release from Freed-Hardeman University: Henderson, Tennessee – (Nov. 20, 2023) – Freed-Hardeman University is thrilled to announce its Transfer Scholarship Program, which aims to provide seamless support and financial assistance to transfer students pursuing their…
West Tennessee Drug Task Force agents awarded by state association
The following is a news release from the West Tennessee Drug Task Force: MILAN, TENN. – Director Johnie Carter and Special Agent in Charge Jason Williams of the West Tennessee Drug Task Force were recognized at the 2023 Tennessee Narcotics…
