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Walmart to host Wellness Day on May 6

Walmart says they are hosting a Wellness Day on May 6. According to the news release, Walmart's Wellness Day will include: Free health screenings, including glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index and vision screenings (select locations)   Affordable immunizations,…

85th Strawberry Festival to begin May 7

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Humboldt's Strawberry Festival will be starting next week! The 85th annual Strawberry Festival is set to kick off on Sunday, May 7 in downtown Humboldt. The week-long event is…

Local NAACP president stresses importance of voting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization held a news conference to stress the importance of voting. The Jackson-Madison County NAACP Branch is continuing to stress to registered voters of Jackson that voting…

2 ranger-led programs to be held May 13

SHILOH, Tenn. -- Shiloh National Military Park says there are two upcoming ranger-led programs. The park says at the Shiloh Battlefield, a hike called “Johnston’s Last Fight" will be…

Avery Williamson Day to be held in early June

MILAN, Tenn. – The Avery Williamson Reach Foundation is hosting a field day in his name in early June. He says from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on June 3, there will be dodgeball, tug-of-war, a sack race, a balloon…

TWRA says grants for habitat protection available

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency says grants are available to groups looking to help with habitat protection. The TWRA says a total of $20,000 is available to cities, schools, community organizations, civic groups, watershed organizations, and conservation…

'Voice of the Titans' visits Jackson club

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization hosted a luncheon with a special guest. "The Voice of the Titans," Mike Keith has been with the Tennessee Titans for quite some time. According…

2023 Mayor's Civic Pride Nominations open to public

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Nominations for the 2023 Mayor's Civic Pride Awards are now open to the public. The annual Mayor's Civic Pride Awards are meant to recognize those who take "exceptional care in…

2 arrested, 2 wanted after drug bust in Martin

MARTIN, Tenn. -- Two people are arrested and two others remain at large after a drug bust in Martin. According to a press release from the Martin Police Department, officers executed a…

Man sentenced to life in prison for murder in Chester County

CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Henderson County man has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of first degree murder. According to a press release from the office of District Attorney General Jody Pickens (26th Judicial District), Todd…

Events this week in West Tennessee: May 1-7

Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Click here for a list of LIFELINE Blood Services' mobile blood drives. Monday, May 1 Jackson Area Community…

42nd Annual Teapot Festival kicks off in Trenton

TRENTON, Tenn. -- The opening ceremony for the Trenton Teapot Festival was held on Sunday. Every year the festival has a different theme. This year's theme is, "Let the Tea Times Roll."…

A West TN church celebrates 113 years of service

MAURY CITY, Tenn. ---A church celebrates an over 100 year anniversary. The Community Church of God in Christ celebrated its 113th anniversary on Sunday. They celebrated the day with service, prayer, and…

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