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Arts in the Market returns to the Hub City

JACKSON, Tenn. --- Local artists showcase their work for a good cause. Artists from the West Tennessee Creative Collective Facebook group came together to display their art at Arts in the Market. The event was held at the West Tennessee…

West Tennessee State Fair returns for day four

JACKSON, Tenn --- The West Tennessee State Fair is back and people across Jackson and the surrounding areas are taking advantage.  What’s the fair without food?  There’s everything from funnel cakes, cheese curds to gator on a stick.  Along with…

Starlight Symphony returns for 61st year

JACKSON, Tenn. --- The Starlight Symphony is back for the Jackson community. "We’re so excited because it's the Starlight Symphony, our annual free community outdoor  concert. We’re just thrilled to be here tonight. We’re thrilled that people can gather safely…

Bow Wow Brunch raises money for local animals

JACKSON, Tenn. --- One local organization raised money to help the furry friends of Jackson. It was all about paws and claws Saturday at the Jackson Country Club. The Jackson Animal Care Center hosted their inaugural Bow Wow Brunch. …

Jackson museum offers day of free admission

JACKSON, Tenn. --- A historical Jackson icon opened their door for free Saturday. Smithsonian Magazine announced a free museum day nationwide. And the Carnegie Legends Museum in downtown Jackson joined the celebration. The museum has memorabilia from several legendary musicians,…

Bell ringing marks anniversary of U.S. Constitution signing

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is ringing bells for a historic anniversary. Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution group met with local leaders at City Hall to celebrate a special day. "Today is the 234th anniversary…

'Devious Lick Challenge' plagues schools across country

MILAN, Tenn. -- A viral TikTok challenge has damaged schools across the nation, and Milan High School is experiencing the fallout of this challenge first hand. "I think it for sure started out as what students thought were innocent pranks,…

Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo returns in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo is back. After cancellation last year, participants and attendees are excited for the return of the rodeo. The two-day event is a showcase for line workers across the Tennessee Valley to show…

73rd City Tennis Tournament continues into weekend

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jacksonians are grabbing their rackets for the 73rd annual City Tennis Tournament. The tournament is split into adults and juniors, and they can compete in single or a double competition. The tournament started Wednesday night and…

Fayette Ware High School locked down over fake photo

FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- Fayette Ware High School was placed into a lockdown on Friday due to a fake photo. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office says it was told of a social media post that allegedly showed a handgun and…

New Jackson Central-Merry to open Monday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The new and improved Jackson Central-Merry will see students roaming the halls starting Monday morning. Tina Mercer with Crocker Construction says this project has been three years in the making. And finally, the finished project is here.…

Westview Charger Band holds fundraiser

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The Westview Charger Band in Martin wants to fix you dinner! The band is traveling to Orlando, Florida in spring of next year. They will represent Martin and Weakley County by marching in the Disney parade. To…

Additional death, 264 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another Madison County resident has died due to COVID-19 complications. The health department confirms the individual was a 73-year-old man, who died on Sept. 11. A total of 270…

Residents dunk local mayor for a good cause

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local mayor is dunking for a good cause. Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris was dunked at the West Tennessee State Fair to help the South Side Baseball team raise funds. Those who participated would throw a…

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