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NAACP hosts 58th annual Freedom Fund Banquet

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 58th NAACP Freedom Fund banquet was held Sunday in Madison County. The banquet welcomed the Vice Chair for the NAACP National Board of Directors, Karen Boykins-Town, and NAACP member and Pastor Dr. Gina Stewart.  The event…

Local town hosts 9/11 memorial

BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- The people of Bolivar gathered at the county courthouse for a 9/11 memorial. "Today we are commemorating the 20th anniversary of 9/11, of the terrible terrorist acts on our nation, 20…

Families reunite for a weekend at UT Martin

MARTIN, Tenn. --- Students are being reunited with their families for the weekend at UT Martin. UT Martin had a few extra Skyhawks on campus this weekend. Students were able to bring their family to…

Colors of the Bicentennial mural unveiled

JACKSON, Tenn. --- The Colors of the Bicentennial presented their mural Sunday afternoon. Children in the community and several organizations in Jackson came together to paint a mural for the city's 200th birthday. The…

Hub City walks for heart health

JACKSON, Tenn.--- Hub City members lace up their sneakers in honor of heart health. The 2021 West Tennessee Heart Walk was held this morning. While there, they also remembered and paid tribute to those lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks…

Crockett County first responders recognize September 11

CROCKETT CO., Tenn. --- The sea came to Crockett county in the form of lights. Crockett county was showered in a sea of lights Saturday night. First responders flashed their lights to honor the 20th anniversary of September 11. Crockett…

Dyer Fire Department honors the 20th anniversary of September 11

DYER, Tenn.-- Dyer firefighters bring the community together for a good cause. The Dyer Fire Department hosted a Fire Fest to honor those who lost their lives on September 11th. The event included arts and crafts, corn-hole, and concessions. Attendees…

VFW Post 6496 hosts 20th Recognition Commemoration for 9/11

JACKSON, Tenn. --- Back in West Tennessee, the City of Jackson VFW Post 6496 hosted the 20th Recognition Commemoration in remembrance of September 11, 2001. Today marks twenty years since one of America's biggest tragedies. The commemoration included keynote…

A local church celebrates 50 years with a Multicultural Festival

JACKSON, Tenn. --- The St. Mary's Catholic Church held their first Multicultural Festival. St. Mary's Catholic Church is celebrating its 50 year Diocesan Anniversary by hosting their first Multicultural Festival. "Today is a multicultural expression of God's love for…

Jackson native graduates as new firefighter

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. --- A Jackson native graduates as a new firefighter. According to information received from the family, one Jackson native graduated as a new fireman for the city of Chattanooga. …

Trenton honors those lost on 9/11

TRENTON, Tenn. ---- Trenton holds 1st Annual Patriots Day event. Today in honor of 9/11, the 1st Annual Patriots Day festivities were held in Trenton. The community gathered for guest speakers, and refreshments. Courtesty of T.…

Jackson Barber School reopens after 9 years

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Barber School reopened their doors after closing on 2012. To celebrate the grand opening, the school supplied free food and free haircuts. There are currently 15 available chairs in…

First Friday Forum looks at past, future education in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Bicentennial Celebration in Jackson and Madison County is reflecting on education. The First Friday Forum of the Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial Celebration stepped back into the past with the origins of education in the county. It looked…

Tennessee mayors collect to form 'Flood Ready' group

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Following the floods across Middle Tennessee, state leaders are coming up with ways to try and prevent them. "You can never comprehend the destruction that can occur when a flood comes or a tornado comes. Anything we…

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