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Canadian company to invest $150 million in Lake County plant

TIPTONVILLE, Tenn. -- A global company is putting a $150 million investment into West Tennessee. Tennessee and Sinova Global officials announced on Tuesday that the company is bringing a silicon metal refining plant to Tiptonville. The new site will be…

FAFSA Challenge launched to increase access to higher education

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Two state organizations are launching the Tennessee FAFSA Challenge. The challenge is being held with the aim of increasing FAFSA completion among the state's students, according to a news release. The challenge will see everyone from the…

JTA to host free rides on Dec. 17

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority is holding a Customer Appreciation Day. JTA says no fares will be needed on fixed routes throughout the day, Friday December 17. JTA says the day will be sponsored by BancorpSouth. You can…

Annual Jackson Christmas parade is back

JACKSON, Tenn. -- You could say it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas as the Hub City is getting into the holiday spirit. "It's a good kick off to the Christmas season," said Carmen Lemaster, a parade viewer. The…

The Hub City hosts its Christmas tree lighting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Community members gathered in front of Jackson City Hall for the annual Christmas tree lighting on Monday night. Jackson Mayor Scott Conger spoke at the ceremony. Attendees included pageant contestants and of course, Santa Claus himself. One…

Local businesses prepare for busy holiday season

JACKSON, Tenn. -- With Christmas only two weeks away, many shops are preparing their stores for the holiday shopping frenzy. "Definitely the busiest season of the year," said York Laine Botique co-owner Brooke Hinson. "Double the walkthrough, double the online…

Porch pirate season: Sheriff's tips for keeping packages safe

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- It's that time of year again to keep an eye out for possible "porch pirates." Madison County Sheriff John Mehr says every year near Christmas, the amount of people who steal packages off porches increases. Sheriff…

One dead after Sunday evening shooting in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in the 400 block of Jackson Street. At approximately 11:20 p.m. on December 5, JPD responded to a call of a shooting in which officers located a…

Local church showcases live nativity ceremony

FRIENDSHIP, Tenn. -- Christmas is a favorite holiday for many. You can't spell Christmas without Christ. Friendship Baptist Church brings a biblical story to life. “We’re just retelling the birth of Jesus for…

FOP Cops and Kids event held

PARIS, Tenn. --  Local law enforcement and other organizations help to spread Christmas cheer. According to a news release, the annual FOP Cops and Kids event was held in Paris this past weekend on Saturday, December 4. The event…

Jackson bids farewell to Friendly Frank's Flea Market

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson says goodbye to an old friend. After 27 years, Friendly Frank's Flea Market says goodbye. Vendors gathered to have a final blowout sale and to bid farewell to an old home. Sunday…

Jackson musician raises money to fight hunger for kids

JACKSON, Tenn. -- One musician used the power of music to fight starvation. RIFA teamed up with singer/songwriter and Grammy-nominated LOLO to host a benefit concert here in Jackson. The organization officials say…

Big Jingle parade returns to the streets of McKenzie

MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Big Jingle Parade. The city of McKenzie held their annual Christmas parade for the community and visitors. “I’ve been a native of McKenzie since 1979…

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