31 students recognized for their ACT scores
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thirty-one students were recognized for their ACT score. According to the Jackson-Madison County School System, the students were treated to a luncheon, given a certificate…
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Care Center of Jackson shares plans for expansion
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Care Center of Jackson shared their plans for expansion. In a news release, the Care Center announced their plans to expand with “The Genesis Homes'' campaign. The release says that the campaign will focus on creating…
Events this week in West Tennessee: May 15-21
Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Click here for a list of LIFELINE Blood Services’ mobile blood drives. Monday, May 15 Cornhole & Card Playing…
'A Night Out with Josh Dobbs' to be held in June
JACKSON, Tenn. -- You could treat your father to a night with Josh Dobbs! The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is inviting everyone out for a Father's Day event in mid-June. The cost is $500 per table and will be from…
Basketball tournament to begin Monday at 5 p.m.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school system is holding a basketball tournament, starting on Monday. Monday, May 15 will be the first day of the Jackson-Madison County School System's Elementary Basketball Tournament. The tournament begins at 5 p.m. at…
Planet Fitness invites teens to work out free this summer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A popular fitness center chain is inviting teens to workout this summer -- for free! Planet Fitness is offering its High School Summer Pass from May 15 through August 31.…
Madison Co. Commission talks revenue, expenses, appoints new board members
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Commission met Monday to discuss the May term at the West Tennessee Ag and Education Center in west Jackson. At the meeting, Chief Community Development…
Group seeks to honor women veterans at upcoming event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Women veterans will be honored at an upcoming event by the Jackson-Madison Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). The group is currently seeking women veterans to honor at their annual Women Veterans Day commemoration. This year's…
Community invited to 'School's Out Summer Block Party' in Greenfield
GREENFIELD, Tenn. -- School's out - and the fun is just beginning! On Saturday, May 20, Greenfield First Baptist Church is hosting a "School's Out Summer Block Party." From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., the entire community is invited for…
Jackson Christian graduates to collectively receive over $3 million in scholarships
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Christian School is spotlighting the graduating Class of 2023. A press release states graduation was held on Sunday in the Escue Gymnasium, and included 67 graduates who collectively received over $3 million in collegiate scholarships.…
Jackson Fire Department announces promotion of LaTrell Billingsley
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department announces the promotion of LaTrell Billingsley to Division Chief/Fire Marshal of the Fire Prevention Bureau. A press release states that since joining JFD, Billingsley has made significant contributions to the organization, including serving…
TWRA confirms boating death in Benton County
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Local authorities are investigating a death on the water. A press release from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency states their officers are investigating a fatal boating incident that occurred on Saturday, May 13. The release says…
Henry Co. native wins highest student honor at Tennessee Tech
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Paris, Tennessee native, Kester Nucum, received the highest student honor at Tennessee Tech University, the Derryberry Award. Tennessee Tech is a university of about 10,000 students, so his selection…
Local philanthropist establishes a scholarship for graduating seniors
SOMERVILLE, Tenn.---A West Tennessean helps pave the way to a brighter future for local graduating seniors. According to a news release, a local philanthropist and Somerville resident, Shamekia Rivers has established a scholarship fund for local graduating seniors who have…
Magnolia Manor and Chapel helps to celebrate MOM
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.---A special event was held to celebrate mothers in a local city. On Sunday, mothers were treated to the annual Mother’s Day Tea held at the Magnolia Manor and Chapel…
