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Southern Airways to begin services in West Tennessee in June

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new air service is set to take off from West Tennessee this summer. On Wednesday, Southern Airways announced that it will begin its service from McKeller-Sipes Regional Airport on June 1, 2022. Southern Airways is replacing…

Registration open for JMCSS summer camps

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System is combating learning loss with in-person summer camps. JMCSS says it will be holding several in-person summer learning camps for kindergarten through eighth grade students. JMCSS says the camps will focus on…

Jackson's Civitan Club honored by mayor

JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local club received an honor from Jackson Mayor Scott Conger. Conger presented a proclamation to the South Jackson Civitan Club in observance of April being designated as Civitan…

Brownsville police add new device to their belts

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local police department is getting a new addition to their utility belt. The Brownsville Police Department is introducing a new and non-lethal way to detain individuals. "Brownsville Police…

March 2022's Hub City Hero Grayson Hart named by city

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has named its Hub City Hero for March of 2022. Grayson Hart, a Jackson native and founder of Lights Up Theatre Co., joins the list of those who have received the honor for…

Suspect dies in officer-involved shooting in Madison County

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirms an officer-involved shooting in Madison County. Shortly before midnight on Tuesday, deputies with the Madison County Sheriff's Office attempted to make…

What to pack in Easter baskets this year

JACKSON, Tenn. -- With Easter around the corner, now is a great time to find perfect gifts for the kids on your shopping list. This year experts are suggesting toys and games to…

UT Martin seminar raises awareness of disabilities

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local university held a special seminar to spread awareness of disabilities. University of Tennessee at Martin featured Judy Heumann, a lifelong advocate for the rights of disabled people for their annual Bettie Graham Special Education Seminar.…

58 scouts honored at Carl Perkins Civic Center

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Friends, family, and fellow scouts gathered to celebrate an achievement of a lifetime. The West Tennessee Area Council, Boy Scouts of America celebrated the accomplishments of 58 Boy Scouts who received their Eagle Award. The scouting…

Christ Community opens new pharmacy in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Christ Community Health Services has opened a new pharmacy. Christ Community announced the opening of a pharmacy at its east Jackson location, according to a news release. “We are fortunate to have Dr. Kristina Murphy, Chair of…

Group to host cleanup along Tennessee River

WAVERLY, Tenn. -- A local group is aiming to keep the Tennessee River clean. Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful says it is holding its ninth cleanup in Waverly on…

Bike ride held to bring job opportunities to veterans

BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- A bike ride stretching across the state of Tennessee is being done in hopes of bringing job opportunities to veterans. Eric Horton with Tennessee Veteran Services is partnering with the…

Jackson City Council addresses variety of topics

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson's City Council met at City Hall on Tuesday to address a long list of items. The meeting started off with proclamations and recognition, and then continued with proposed budget amendments. One…

Deadline approaching to file your 2021 taxes

JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you haven't filed your taxes, you might want to do so soon. David Elkins, with Jackson Hewitt, says the deadline to file your taxes for 2021 is April 18. Compared…

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