Jackson Comic Expo to bring vendors, special guests to Civic Center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An upcoming event is aiming to bring out your inner super-fan. The 2024 Jackson Comic Expo is set to take place Saturday, March 2 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center…
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Jackson Symphony to receive $10,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE JACKSON SYMPHONY: The Jackson Symphony to Receive $10,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts Students in Northwest Tennessee had an opportunity to explore string instruments at a recent open house…
State of childcare: Coordinator discusses lack of quality facilities
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With childcare becoming a much bigger topic lately, we wanted to speak with someone to provide you with more information. Southwest Tennessee Child Care Resource and Referral provides a lot…
MIDDAY GUEST: Jackson Comic Expo
Co-Host of the Jackson Comic Expo, Ben Whitehead, joined our show to talk details on the upcoming convention at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. Click here for more information. For more news…
Registration opens March 11 for 2024 Follow Me Into Business summer jobs program, STEM program
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE JACKSON MADISON COUNTY AFRICAN AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 11th FOR THE 2024 FOLLOW ME INTO BUSINESS® SUMMER JOBS PROGRAM SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (STEM) PROGRAM Applications Must Be Received by 12:00 PM,…
Multiple injuries reported in evening wreck on Hwy 412 in Friendship
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to a statement on the Crockett County Sheriff's Department Facebook page, a wreck occurred on Highway 412 at the intersection in front of Dollar General in Friendship Wednesday night. Our…
Augustine School takes top award for Jackson Symphony League’s Color of Music Competition
PRESS RELEASE FROM KEELY BEASLEY, AUGUSTINE SCHOOL: Augustine School Takes Top Award for Jackson Symphony League’s Color of Music Competition Each year, Kindergarten-8th Grade students across West Tennessee are invited to participate in the Jackson Symphony League’s Color of Music…
Americans reporting nationwide cellular outages from AT&T, Cricket Wireless and other providers
(AP) -- A number of Americans are dealing with cellular outages on AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Verizon, T-Mobile and other service providers, according to data from Downdetector. AT&T had more than 73,000 outages this morning, in locations including Houston, Atlanta and…
WHAT THE TECH with Jamey Tucker | Calling 911 from a Locked Phone
In case of a medical emergency, calling 911 from the patient's phone is the best option to ensure quick medical assistance. If the phone is locked, swipe up on an iPhone to…
A house fire in Milan leads to a heroic rescue
MILAN, Tenn.-- A house fire in Milan resulted in the apparent total loss of a home and the incredible story of how three Milan police officers pulled a man from the blaze and resuscitated…
WHAT THE TECH with Jamey Tucker | Preventing Thieves from Disabling Apple's 'Find My' Feature
"Find My" is a useful feature for Apple devices that allows the owner to locate their device on a map and even direct them step-by-step to where it is. However, turning…
WHAT THE TECH with Jamey Tucker | Keeping Your Internet Router Safe from Cyber Attacks
Are you aware that your internet router could be at risk of cyber attacks? The US Department of Justice has issued a warning about botnet attacks on American homes and businesses, primarily…
Former FHU alum named finalist for 2024 National Teacher of the Year
HENDERSON, Tenn.--Tennessee educator and former Freed-Hardeman University student Missy Testerman has been named a finalist for the 2024 National Teacher of the Year. It's part of the Council of Chief State School Officer's National Teacher of the Year program. A…
State Route 690 opens for travelers in Obion County
OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- Wednesday marks an occasion that has been long awaited, as State Route 690 opens in Obion County. SR 690 -- part of the future Interstate 69 -- opened the roadway…
Judy Renshaw named Jackson Rotary Club's Woman of the Year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local organization takes the time to spotlight a hard worker in the Jackson community. The Jackson Rotary Club recognized their Woman of the Year on Wednesday. This has…
