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Reminder: No JTA bus service on Thanksgiving holiday

PRESS RELEASE FROM JACKSON TRANSIT AUTHORITY: JTA HOLIDAY SCHEDULE The Jackson Transit Authority (JTA) will not be operating its regular bus service on the nationally observed holiday, Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23, 2023.  Services will resume on Friday, November 24,…

TDOT halts lane closures during Thanksgiving holiday travel period

PRESS RELEASE FROM TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION: NASHVILLE – Thanksgiving travelers will not be delayed by construction on Tennessee roads during this holiday. TDOT will halt all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways in anticipation of higher traffic volumes…

Event returns offering holiday fun for pets

JACKSON, Tenn.---Dogs in the Hub city were visited by a special jolly fellow. Antonia's Paw Spa hosted their annual Santa Paws event, where dogs and their non furry friends got to meet…

Unique dog show raises money for a good cause

JACKSON, Tenn. ---Puppy owners from all over west Jackson gathered Sunday afternoon to show off their cute pups. Pups for a Purpose, it's a fundraising dog showing event put on…

2023 USJ's Holiday Mart comes to a close

JACKSON, Tenn.---What started out as a craft and antique show has grown into a fun event where people now shop til' they drop. Today, was the last day to participate…

A local pastor is recognized with a special award

JACKSON, Tenn.---A local pastor received an award letter this morning for her service to the city. Destiny Church of Jackson celebrated its 12th year anniversary this morning. After the praise and…

8th annual FHU Scholars' Day held

PRESS RELEASE VIA FREED-HARDEMAN UNIVERSITY: DAWN BRAMBLETT, BRAMBLETT GROUP Eighth Annual Freed-Hardeman University Scholars’ Day Showcases Research and Academic Excellence Henderson, Tennessee — (Nov. 16, 2023) — Freed-Hardeman University’s Eighth Annual Scholars’ Day, an annual campus-wide celebration of academic excellence,…

JMCSS: School board recognized at conference

NASHVILLE, Tenn.---A local school board is recognized. According to a press release from JMCSS, the Jackson-Madison County School Board was recognized at the annual convention of the Tennessee School…

USJ's Holiday Mart continues in the Hub City

JACKSON, Tenn.---USJ hosts their annual Christmas market for families of the Hub City to enjoy. University of Jackson school had their third day of the Holiday Mart. Shoppers from all over…

RIFA works to provide a hunger-free holiday season

JACKSON, Tenn.---More than 10 percent of the population goes to bed hungry at night.  But today, a local organization presented an event that helps struggling families. RIFA hosted the Hunger-Free Food…

One community, one table, one very special meal

MILAN, Tenn.---A local town showed their appreciation this holiday season by filling many bellies. The 6th annual One Table event took place in Milan. This was a free event to show…

Senate candidate visits the Hub City

JACKSON, Tenn.---A candidate running for U.S. Senate made her first appearance in Jackson today. Gloria Johnson stopped by Baker Brothers BBQ to have a meet and greet with the public. Johnson…

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