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Next Leadership University class members announced

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Greater Jackson Chamber has announced who was selected for the 2023-2024 Leadership University class. This year's class will be made up of: Boran Aljafari , Madison Academic High School Analiese Anderson, Jackson Christian School Brooklen Bonds,…

Whiteville Police hold drive-thru food drive

WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- Officers hosted a drive-thru food drive at Whiteville City Park on Tuesday. The Whiteville Police Department has partnered with Mid-South Food Bank to help those in the community…

Community invited to free film screening at Peabody High

TRENTON, Tenn. -- All of West Tennessee is invited to a free community event in Gibson County. A screening of the film "Jesus Revolution" will be held at the Peabody High School football stadium, at no cost to guests. The…

Tennessee AG partners with FTC over robocalls

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee's attorney general is working with the Federal Trade Commission to crackdown in robocalls. According to a news release, Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti says that a joint initiative dubbed “Operation Stop Scam Calls” is targeting "telemarketers and…

More than 10,000 backpacks provided to Tennessee students

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The State of Tennessee says that more than 10,000 backpacks have been provided to students in economically distressed counties. The news release says the backpacks were provided to students through the Tennessee Serves initiative by Tennessee's first…

Upcoming job fairs to recruit for Dixie Jackson plant

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Georgia-Pacific will be hosting job fairs this month for careers with Dixie Jackson. A press release states these events aim to recruit local talent for several roles at the new Dixie plant coming to Jackson in 2024.…

USJ announces two new additions to security team

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University School of Jackson is announcing two new members of its security team. According to a press release, David Smith and Robert Clyce will play pivotal roles "in ensuring the safety and well-being of the USJ…

New café, coffee shop to open in Crockett County

ALAMO, Tenn. -- The community will soon have a new option on the menu in the Crockett County area. Stir Crockett is a new coffee shop and café, where where "love, coffee, and community intertwine." The café will feature a…

Chester Co. Budget Committee meets over budget

CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Chester County Budget Committee is close to finalizing the 2023-2024 budget. The committee met Monday evening at the Chester County Courthouse, with many residents in attendance…

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