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City of Jackson to receive AARP Community Challenge grant

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday, the City of Jackson announced it is to receive an AARP Community Challenge grant. The city says the grant will be used to create a smartphone app that improve transportation accessibility and communications. The app is…

Henry County man sentenced on gun, drug charges

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Henry County man was sentenced to federal prison on gun and drug related charges on Thursday. A news release from the District Attorney's Office says 39-year-old Donald Blaine Ashby was sentenced for possession with intent to…

Honduran man wanted in Georgia located in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Honduran man wanted in Georgia has been arrested in Jackson, according to an announcement made by U.S. Marshal Tyreece Miller. Investigators say 26-year-old Ariel Banegas Ruiz was found and arrested on Bess Lane on Thursday. Investigators…

Man charged in Decatur County burglary, thefts

DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- Investigators with the Decatur County Sheriff's Office have charged a man in connection with a burglary and a string of thefts on McIllwain Road earlier this week. Investigators say they were able to identify the suspect…

Free masks provided during giveaway in Hub City

JACKSON, Tenn. -- In an effort to help flatten the curve of COVID-19 cases, another mask giveaway was held in the Hub City. Cars could be seen driving up outside the East Jackson Church of Christ on East Chester Street…

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