Wreaths Across America mobile exhibit stops in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Wreaths Across America mobile tour makes a Jackson stop. The goal of the Wreaths Across America mobile education exhibit is to bring local communities and our military…
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'Halloween in July' to be held at Jackson Rockabillys Stadium
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Spooky season may be a few months away, but you may want to have your candy buckets ready early. Dixie-Jackson will present the Rockabillys Halloween in July at the Rockabillys Baseball Stadium on Thursday, July 13. A…
Jackson Housing Authority holds 'Family Empowerment Expo' at Allenton Heights
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local housing authority hosted a "Family Empowerment Expo" on Thursday. Jackson Housing Authority had vendors from health and nutrition, education and family care, to job opportunities, so they…
LIFELINE holds 'All-American Blood Drive' with gifts for donors
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's a busy week at LIFELINE! Thursday is their All-American Blood Drive. All donors who give blood on Thursday receive a patriotic donor t-shirt and a…
Authorities respond to wreck in Muse Park
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities responded to a wreck in a local park Thursday. Shortly after noon, we were made aware of a single-vehicle wreck that occurred in Muse Park. Our crew arrived to find the vehicle just off of the…
West Tennesseans cope with rising temps as extreme heat arrives
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Longer breaks, staying inside, and lots of water: this heat surge has been changing routines for many people. As the temperatures continue to rise to potentially dangerous levels,…
FULL INTERVIEW: Financial Empowerment Center in Jackson
Matt Marshall with United Way of West Tennessee joined our show to discuss the Financial Empowerment Center in Jackson and what it offers. For more news in the Jackson area, click here.
Officials share firework safety tips, discuss legality in your area
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Ahead of the July 4th holiday, officials are sharing information on firework safety and legality. The City of Jackson Fire Department issued a PSA on Thursday reminding that use of fireworks within the city limits is illegal.…
Lexington Police investigate several reports of theft from mailboxes, offer reward
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Lexington Police Department is investigating several reported thefts. According to police, the department has been made aware of multiple incidents involving checks being stolen from residents' mailboxes. Police say that once stolen, the victims' checks have…
Festival of the Lakes returns for the 4th, offering new events for '23
LEXINGTON, Tenn.--Organizers are preparing for the annual Festival of the Lakes. The 4th of July celebration is held at Beech Lake every year, hosted by the Henderson County Chamber of…
Local concert lends a hand to west Tennessee organization
JACKSON, Tenn.--Casey Jones Village hosted a concert Wednesday evening to help raise funds and awareness. The Country Music Lends Down a Hand concert was held to benefit the Down Syndrome…
Independent health officials say one local hospital is financially sinking
PARIS, Tenn. -- Health officials say a local hospital is on its economic downfall. According to health officials from Braden Health, LLC, a company that specializes in keeping rural hospitals afloat,…
Lifeline Blood Services to kick off annual blood drive with a bang
JACKSON, Tenn.--Lifeline Blood Services is preparing to host its annual "All-American" themed blood drive. All donors who give blood Thursday, June 29 will receive a patriotic donor t-shirt and a voucher…
Extreme heat arriving in West Tennessee: Tips on staying cool, avoiding illness
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Extreme heat is deadly and kills more people than any other weather event. Extreme heat events are becoming more frequent, more severe, and lasting longer. But we can take…
Dr. Kimberly McCormick named interim president of Jackson State
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An interim president has been named as Jackson State Community College searches for its 7th president. According to a press release, Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) Chancellor Dr. Flora Tydings has appointed TBR Executive Vice Chancellor External…
