20 kids going on shopping spree at Walmart for Christmas
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson Fraternal Order of Police took 20 lucky children from the Boys and Girls Club on a shopping spree. Each child was given a limit of $250…
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Jackson Theatre Guild rehearses for 'A Christmas Story'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Theatre Guild is rehearsing for a holiday performance. Rehearsals were underway Tuesday night for the upcoming performance of "A Christmas Story." The play is…
‘Christmas at the Cabins’ to give historical look at the holiday
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. – The Gibson County High School History Club will host a “Christmas at the Cabins” at the Pioneer Homeplace this year. The event will include pioneer Christmas…
West Tennessean recounts close contact with Hamas attack in Israel
JACKSON, Tenn. – A West Tennessean shared his experience of coming in close contact with the Hamas attack when traveling to Israel in the fall. Doug Duncan, a Rutherford resident, left…
Police investigating vehicle burglaries that took place during parade
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Lexington Police Department says that they are investigating four vehicle burglaries that occurred during the Christmas parade. The department says the four burglaries occurred in the East Church Street area Monday night. They report that credit/debit…
The Dixie to present Frank Ferrante in 'An Evening with Groucho'
The following is a news release from the Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center: Get ready for a night of comedy when Frank Ferrante brings his portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx to The Dixie's Hal Holbrook Theatre on January 20,…
City of Jackson beats out 32 applicants to receive special grant
JACKSON, Tenn. – Beating out 32 applicants from across the state, the Hub City receives a special grant. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation presented the local parks and recreation fund…
Battalion chief says loss of station ‘unnerving’ as firefighters continue their work
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. – Saturday's tornado left scattered supplies and a destroyed station for the Gibson County Fire Department in Rutherford. Though grateful for no casualties, John Baker, the Battalion…
Greenfield police chief arrested following weekend incident
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. – Greenfield Police Chief Daniel Smith is charged with two counts of domestic assault following an incident Sunday. Weakley County deputies responded to an address in the Greenfield…
Bethel University announces finalists in Presidential search
PRESS RELEASE FROM BETHEL UNIVERSITY: Bethel University Announces Finalists in Presidential Search McKENZIE, Tenn.—The Bethel University Board of Trustees Presidential Search Committee has announced the three finalists in its search for the University’s next president. Those finalists are Rev. Dr.…
Dixie Partners with Leaders Education Foundation to Expand Workforce Scholarships
The following is a news release from Leaders Education Foundation: Jackson, Tenn. (Dec. 12, 2023): Dixie ® , an iconic Georgia-Pacific consumer brand, has become the Workforce Readiness Scholarship presenting sponsor with an annual donation of $20,000 for five years…
MIDDAY GUEST: Mother Liberty CME Church Founder's Day
Guests joined our show on Tuesday to share details on the upcoming Founder's Day celebration and banquet for Mother Liberty CME Church in Jackson. Click here for more information. For more…
21 indicted for trafficking fentanyl, meth, other drugs in West Tennessee
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE UNITED STATES ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, WESTERN DISTRICT OF TENNESSEE: 21 People Indicted for Trafficking Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, and Other Drugs in Western Tennessee Jackson, TN – Twenty-one people in western Tennessee are facing federal charges for their involvement in…
Century Farm Winery named Small Business of the Month by the Greater Jackson Chamber
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE GREATER JACKSON CHAMBER: Century Farm Winery Named Small Business of the Month by the Greater Jackson Chamber JACKSON, TENN. December 12, 2023 – The Greater Jackson Chamber is proud to announce that Century Farm Winery was…
Free rides on JTA buses for Customer Appreciation Day Dec. 15
PRESS RELEASE FROM JACKSON TRANSIT AUTHORITY: CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY FREE RIDE DAY SPONSORED BY CADENCE BANK The Jackson Transit Authority (JTA) has approved Cadence Bank sponsoring a Customer Appreciation Day on December 15th. No fares will be taken this day…
