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Chicken Shack aims for another sellout at fair

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Chicken Shack, a fair staple in West Tennessee, is working hard to fill your cravings. Early in the morning, the West Tennessee State Fairgrounds are quiet and empty. However, long…

Jackson selected for 'Love Your Block' grant program

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is getting a new grant. According to a city news release, Jackson is one of eight cities to be a part of the Love Your Block grant program. The city says the program…

Local resident looks to set new milestone overseas

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local Jackson resident is looking to complete a new achievement. "I started running if I go back about 10 years ago because my daughter wanted to run cross country. I…

Starlight Symphony to show 200 years of Jackson history

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual outdoor symphony show is returning. The Jackson Symphony is hosting its Starlight Symphony Saturday after having to cancel the show last year due to COVID-19. Conductor Peter Shannon says this year's show will be different,…

Sen. Marsha Blackburn discusses vaccine mandates

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn has some strong opinions about the moves made by President Joe Biden regarding vaccine mandates. She says employers should not be able to force vaccinations on employees, and says weekly COVID-19 tests will be…

JMCSS superintendent shares update on mask opt-out option

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School Superintendent Dr. Marlon King shared an update on the mask opt-out option. King says over 290 students have opted out of using a mask since Sept. 7. King says that is 3% of the…

Law enforcement seek man on TBI Most Wanted List

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is seeking help in locating a man on the TBI's Most Wanted List. The TBI says 39-year-old Horatio Lewis Rice is wanted by the Shelbyville Police Department, and is facing charges…

West Tennessee Fair makes its return

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local staple is back in the Hub City. The West Tennessee State Fair opened and will be at the fairgrounds until Sunday, Sept. 19. The State Fair closed…

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